Canadian Rockies Eastbound Express

8 days, Vancouver to Calgary

From coastal cities to funky mountain towns, this eight-day tour eastbound through the Canadian Rockies has it all. Travel from Vancouver to Calgary through places filled with natural beauty. Sip wine and local craft beer overlooking the Okanagan Valley. Stare into the turquoise, glacier-fed waters of Lake Louise, and marvel at the peaks surrounding the mountain towns of Banff and Whistler. Wherever you go, be on the look out for wildlife — you never know what wonders western Canada beholds.

8 days

Vancouver to Calgary

From$2749USD

Valid on Aug 16 2026

Trip Code: NCVE

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Travel Style: Classic

All of the highlights, culture, access, and I-can’t-believe-we-did-that moments, all at a great price.

Service Level: Standard

Comfortable tourist-class accommodations with character; mix of public and private transport.

Physical Rating: 3 - Average

Some tours may include light hiking, biking, rafting, or kayaking in addition to walking.

Trip Type: Small Group

Small group experience; Max 12, avg 11.

Age requirement: 12+

All travellers under age 18 must be accompanied by an adult.

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8 days

Vancouver to Calgary

From$2749USD

Valid on Aug 16 2026

Trip Code: NCVE

Need a flight? We can help.

Call us to book your flights! We'll find you the best option!

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In a number of impactful ways, your adventure directly benefits the local people and places we visit.

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Trees planted for this trip: 8

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Ripple Score for this trip: 100

Map of the route for Canadian Rockies Eastbound Express

Places visited

Canada

Itinerary

Day 1Vancouver

Arrive any time.

Exclusive Inclusions:

Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group

Day 2Vancouver/Whistler

Leave Vancouver behind and travel to Whistler this morning. Visit the Squamish Lil’wat Cultural Centre and go on an interpretive guided tour of the museum. Spend a free afternoon in this beautiful, easy-going mountain town.

Exclusive Inclusions:

Squamish Lil'wat Cultural Centre Visit

Day 3Whistler

Enjoy a free day to explore Whistler. Opt to ride a gondola to the top of the mountain, hike, or zipline.

Exclusive Inclusions:

Meals included:

Breakfast

Day 4Whistler/Kelowna

Drive inland through the coastal mountains as you travel to Kelowna in the Okanagan Valley. Stop for a tasting at a local winery en route. Kelowna has become a foodie haven in recent years – opt to visit one of the many fun places to eat later this evening.

Exclusive Inclusions:

Okanagan Valley Wine Tasting

Meals included:

Breakfast

Day 5Kelowna/Revelstoke

Continue west today passing through the Okanagan Valley toward the small, quaint town of Revelstoke. Stop along the way for a picnic lunch on the beach.

Meals included:

Breakfast | Lunch

Day 6Lake Louise/Banff

Continue to Lake Louise, view the emerald blue waters of this alpine lake, and opt to hike to one of the Tea Houses.

Meals included:

Breakfast

Day 7Banff/Calgary

Discover the beautiful town of Banff; opt to view wildlife, take a gondola ride, or hike up a mountain for spectacular views. Travel to Calgary in the early evening and opt for a final night out with the group.