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Jewels of the West

Canada

16 days from £2,125pp Inc. international flights

Discover Vancouver, Whistler, the beautiful interior of British Columbia and the breathtaking Rocky Mountains.

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At a Glance

Tailoring your trip

This itinerary is designed to give you a flavour of what is possible

  • We can tailor this trip to suit your specific requirements
  • Any aspect of the itinerary can be altered, from excursions to accommodation

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Jewels of the West

Itinerary Route Map - 16 Days

Cascade Mountain, BanffAerial view of VancouverWhistler villageHelmcken Falls, Wells Gray Provincial ParkSpirit Island on Maligne Lake, near JasperCanoes, Lake LouiseCascade Mountain, Banff

Our Tailor-made suggestions for this itinerary are:

  • Extend your stay to include a visit to Vancouver Island; B.C.s capital, Victoria, and the rugged Pacific coast are just two suggestions.
  • Why not include a ranch stay to explore British Columbia's interior from the saddle of a horse.
  • A lovely add-on to this trip is to include the Rocky Mountaineer train from Banff back to Vancouver.
  • Many activities are available on this trip; you may wish to include a helicopter flight over the Rockies or take a thrilling white water rafting ride.

Highlights of this itinerary

  • Exploring the vibrant, modern city of Vancouver.
  • Time to drive through some of the most spectacular landscapes in North America.
  • Try outdoor activities in the mountain village of Whistler.
  • Explore the stunning waterfalls of Wells Gray Provincial Park.

Day by Day

Day 1London - Vancouver

Fly from the UK to Vancouver and on arrival make your own way to your hotel.

Day 2Vancouver

Spend a day at leisure in Vancouver. There are plenty of sights to see in this cosmopolitan city including Stanley Park, Chinatown, historic Gastown, and the shops of Robson Street.

Day 3Vancouver

Another day to enjoy the sights of Vancouver.

Day 4Vancouver - Whistler

Collect your hire car from downtown Vancouver and drive past Stanley Park and over the Lion's Gate Bridge out of the city. Continue along the scenic Sea to Sky highway to the mountain village of Whistler.

Day 5Whistler

Spend a full day exploring Whistler. You may wish to take a gondola to the summit of Blackcomb or Whistler mountain, go walking in the mountains, or take part in some of the many activities.

Day 6Whistler - Wells Gray Provincial Park

Today you depart Whistler and drive through the arid ranch lands of British Columbia's interior. Passing the mighty Fraser River, continue to Clearwater, the nearest town to Wells Gray National Park.

Day 7Wells Gray Provincial Park

The day is yours to walk, go horse-riding, fishing or white water rafting. Whatever you do, don't miss a visit to the spectacular waterfalls that Wells Gray Park is so well known for.

Day 8Clearwater - Jasper

Your drive today takes you past mighty Mount Robson, the highest peak in the Canadian Rockies. Shortly afterwards you will cross into the province of Alberta and arrive at the small town of Jasper.

Day 9Jasper

Jasper National Park awaits your discovery today. You may wish to visit Maligne Lake and Canyon, take a boat trip to picturesque Spirit Island or look for wildlife in the mountains.

Day 10Jasper

This morning take a float trip along the beautiful Athabasca River. The afternoon is free for you to explore the town.

Day 11Jasper - Lake Louise

Drive along the spectacular Icefields Parkway from Jasper to Lake Louise. Do stop en route to take a Snow Explorer ride on the Athabasca Glacier. This day will be a scenic highlight so do allow plenty of time to stop and explore.

Day 12Lake Louise

Spend a day enjoying the glorious scenery around Lake Louise. Nearby Moraine Lake is also well worth exploring and the area offers lots of opportunities for seeing wildlife.

Day 13Lake Louise - Banff

Drive from Lake Louise to Banff where you have the afternoon free to explore this bustling town.

Day 14Banff

Day at leisure in Banff. You may wish to visit the hot springs, take a gentle float down the Bow River or take the gondola to the stunning summit of Sulphur Mountain.

Day 15Banff - Calgary

This morning drive to Calgary Airport to drop off your hire car prior to boarding your overnight flight back to the UK.

Day 16London

Arrive back in the UK.

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