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Canadian Rockies Eastbound Express

8 days, Vancouver to Calgary

Map of the route for Canadian Rockies Eastbound Express
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Itinerary

Day 1Vancouver

Arrive any time.

Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group

Your opportunity to meet your CEO and fellow travellers, and learn more about your tour. Opt to join the group for a local meal afterwards. Don't forget to see the notice in the lobby (or ask reception) for the official time and place to meet up with the group.

Accommodation

Below is an example of the hotel we may use in this city. For the actual hotel your specific departure will be using, please check your voucher.

Century Plaza Hotel & Spa (or similar)
Hotel

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.

Private Vehicle
Vancouver – Whistler1h45m-2h121km

Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.

Your G for Good Moment: Squamish Lil'wat Cultural Centre Visit

In the picturesque setting of Canada’s Coast Mountains, the First Nations people have come together to establish the Squamish Lil’wat Cultural Centre. This facility showcases unique customs, art, and music and provides opportunities for local youth to train in the tourism industry. As a non-profit organization, the centre relies on visitors to help fund their ongoing programs, meaning everyone who comes here helps make this important work possible.

Free Time
Whistler

Enjoy time on your own to explore Whistler and the great outdoor atmosphere it has to offer.

Accommodation

Aava Whistler Hotel (or similar)
Hotel

Day 3Whistler

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

Your Discover Moment
Whistler Full Day

There's plenty to see and do in Whistler, and we wanted to make sure that you had some time to take it all in. Feel free to relax or try optional activities like rafting, hiking, and ziplining. Your CEO has more ideas if you need them. Just ask!

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Optional Activities - Day 3 HideShow

Rafting
Whistler4h-5h
145.60-196.00CAD per person

Get your adrenaline fix on on this exhilarating white water rafting trip. Enjoy the amazing scenery along the way, and keep your eyes peeled for bears.

Peak 2 Peak Gondola Ride
Whistler1h30m-3h
95.20CAD per person

Soak up the scenery with 360-degree views of mountains, lakes, and glaciers. Hop out at the top and take a short hike or grab a coffee and snack at the mountaintop restaurant. Catch a glass bottom gondola to get an even better view.

Ziplining and Treetop Adventures
Whistler1h-4h
155.68CAD per person

Spend the day in the sky, floating through Whistler's rainforest on one of Canada's longest ziplines.

Whistler Hike
Whistler
Free

Hike on your own along one of the many beautiful trails in the Whistler area. The scenery here is stunning. You can also opt for the Train Wreck Trail or take the peak to peak gondola to hike one of the many alpine trails accessible from the summit. Your CEO will NOT be guiding you on this hike. You can opt to do it solo or with your group. Ask your CEO to point you in the right direction.

Accommodation

Aava Whistler Hotel (or similar)
Hotel

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.

Private Vehicle
Whistler – Kelowna6h-7h457km

Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.

Your Foodie Moment: Okanagan Valley Wine Tasting

Visit a local winery in the Okanagan Valley, near Kelowna. Learn about the local grape varieties, wine making process, tour the vineyard, and have a sample (or two).

Accommodation

Prestige Kelowna (or similar)
Hotel

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.

Picnic Lunch
Sicamous

Enjoy a picnic lunch prepared by your CEO along the beach.

Private Vehicle
Kelowna – Revelstoke4h15m-5h345km

Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.

Accommodation

Stoke Hotel By Best Western (or similar)
Hotel

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.

Lake Louise is that iconic Canadian Rockies locale. Don't miss the chance to snag the perfect photo.

Lake Louise Visit
Lake Louise30m-1h 1km

Visit postcard perfect Lake Louise and take time to savour the emerald blue waters and breathtaking scenery of the Victoria Glacier.

Banff National Park Visit
Banff

Magnificent Banff—Canada’s first and most famous National Park. Rocky Mountain peaks, turquoise glacial lakes, scenic drives, and a quaint mountain town. First, gaze in wonder, then immerse yourself in a park that has it all! Hike alongside picture-perfect mountains, glaciers, lakes, ice fields, canyons, and even hoodoos. Keep an eye out for wolves, grizzly bears, elk, and mountain lions. Banff’s blend of towering peaks and flower-strewn meadows make it a dream location to enjoy the great outdoors and mountain scenery.

Private Vehicle
Revelstoke – Lake Louise1h-1h30m83km

Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.

Private Vehicle
Lake Louise – Banff1h-1h30m

Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.

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Optional Activities - Day 6 HideShow

Lake Agnes Tea House Hike
Lake Louise2h30m-5h 6-7km

Originally built in 1901 by the Canadian Pacific Railway, the Lake Agnes Tea House has been serving fine loose-leaf teas to visitors for over one hundred years. Hike along a forested trail as you make your way past Mirror Lake and cascading waterfalls, to the shores of Lake Agnes. This lovely log building serves up a great cup (over 100 loose-leaf teas!) as well as finger food. The hike to the Tea House is free, but it costs between 5-10 CAD if visitors wish to buy loose-leaf tea while there.

The Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise Visit
Lake Louise
Free

Visit one of the most iconic hotels in Canada. This beautiful hotel was rebuilt after a fire in 1924 and stands looking out at the breathtaking Lake Louise and the Victoria Glacier.

Accommodation

Charltons Banff (or similar)
Hotel

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.

With free time most of the day, Banff has tons to offer. There are plenty of optional activities for all interests and activity levels. It's also just as pleasant to wander the main streets, pop in and out of shops or walk along the river.

Free Time
Banff Half Day

Enjoy free time in this iconic Canadian town.

Banff National Park Visit
Banff

Magnificent Banff—Canada’s first and most famous National Park. Rocky Mountain peaks, turquoise glacial lakes, scenic drives, and a quaint mountain town. First, gaze in wonder, then immerse yourself in a park that has it all! Hike alongside picture-perfect mountains, glaciers, lakes, ice fields, canyons, and even hoodoos. Keep an eye out for wolves, grizzly bears, elk, and mountain lions. Banff’s blend of towering peaks and flower-strewn meadows make it a dream location to enjoy the great outdoors and mountain scenery.

Private Vehicle
Banff – Calgary1h30m-2h130km

Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.

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Optional Activities - Day 7 HideShow

Tunnel Mountain Hike
Tunnel Mountain2h-3h 1-5km
Free

Hike up the well marked trail for a central view of the town of Banff and the surrounding mountains.

Banff Gondola Ride to Sulphur Mountain
Banff National Park of Canada2h-3h
75-90CAD per person

Take a gondola to the famous Sulphur Mountain and enjoy the spectacular view of the whole mountain range and the village below.

Cycling
Banff1h-3h 1-10km
36.75-93.45CAD per person

Rent a bicycle to see a bit more of Banff. Be sure to be on the lookout for elk and deer on the trails.

Hot Springs Soak
Banff
17.32CAD per person

Take a dip in Banff's world famous hot spring mineral pools, which have brought weary travellers to this place since the 1800's. There's no better way to unwind after a long day of exploring than to simmer in these water's with an epic mountain view.

Canoeing
Banff2h-3h
57.75CAD per person

Rent a canoe and leisurely enjoy the scenery on Vermillion Lakes.

Accommodation

Ramada Plaza Calgary Downtown (or similar)
Hotel

Day 8Calgary

Depart at any time.

Departure Day

Not ready to leave? Your CEO can help with travel arrangements to extend your adventure.

Canadian Rockies Eastbound Express

| 8 days - Vancouver to Calgary - from $2749 USD