Welcome to Canada! You will be met at Victoria International Airport and transferred to your hotel. This evening, meet your Tour Director and fellow travellers for a welcome dinner.
Two Night Stay: Chateau Victoria or similar
Please book your flight to arrive into Victoria prior to 05:00 PM.
This morning, visit the world-famous Butchart Gardens, a 22 hectare showplace of magnificent, colourful gardens. Learn about the history and flora while exploring the gardens. Afterwards, enjoy an orientation tour of Victoriaâs Inner Harbour, Bastion Square, Beacon Hill and residential areas. There is free time to explore Victoria or allow Evergreen to assist you in discovering more about this historic region.
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Go whale watching, or take a horse and carriage ride. Alternatively indulge in a âEat Like a Canadianâ walking tour (DiscoverMORE is extra expense).
After breakfast, drive north along Vancouver Island to Nanaimo. Board the BC Ferry and travel through the Georgia Strait to Horseshoe Bay. Journey inland along the Sea to Sky Highway as the road follows the rugged coastline with views of Horseshoe Bay on your left and forested parks and mountains on your right. You will have the chance to stop at the awesome Shannon Falls before arriving at the charming alpine resort of Whistler Village. This evening, you are free to explore the villageâs cobbled pathways and plazas.
Overnight Stay: Hilton Whistler Resort & Spa or similar
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Undertake a Photo Safari tour with a local expert, or have dinner with a twist on a tasting tour, alternatively join the Peak to Peak Gondola (DiscoverMORE is extra expense).
Travel along the scenic Duffy Lake Road lined with thick forest, into the town of Lillooet. In the afternoon, head into the mountains to the picturesque ski resort village of Sun Peaks. Evening at leisure to wander through the pedestrian village filled with restaurants, cafĂŠs, shops, pubs and friendly locals.
Overnight Stay: Cahilty Lodge or similar
Today, you will be rewarded with astounding views as you reach the grandeur of the Canadian Rockies. Travel through British Columbia and into Alberta, enjoying glimpses of the soaring mountains as you make your way through the three spectacular national parks of Mount Revelstoke, Glacier and Yoho. Travel from primeval forests to Ice Age glaciers, waterfalls and mountain peaks. Late this afternoon, we arrive into Banff National Park.
Two Night Stay: The Mount Royal Hotel or similar
A full day at leisure for you to enjoy Banff and its many sights and attractions. Youâre Invited: Later this afternoon ride the Banff Gondola to the top of Sulphur Mountain where you will witness inspiring views and enjoy a sumptuous buffet dinner.
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Take a breathtaking helicopter flight or relax on a float trip along the river (DiscoverMORE is extra expense)
Start the day with a tour of Banff including the Bow River, the Hoodoos and Bow Falls. Continue along the Trans-Canada Highway past Castle Mountain and Mount Temple to Lake Louise, the âDiamond in the Wildernessâ. Enjoy some free time taking in the spectacular scenery. Your destination today is Emerald Lake, so named because of the vibrant colour of its glacier fed waters. Overnight stay at Emerald Lake Lodge, which sits right on the shores of the lake surrounded by towering peaks and forests.
Overnight Stay: Emerald Lake Lodge or similar
This morning, we travel north along the Icefields Parkway, acclaimed as one of the most spectacular journeys in the world. Enjoy breathtaking mountain scenery as you pass rugged peaks and glaciers fringed by thick forest and shimmering lakes. We make a stop at the Columbia Icefield, North Americaâs largest sub-polar ice pack, where youâll climb aboard the âIce Explorerâ for a once-in-a-lifetime journey onto the mighty 300 metre thick Athabasca Glacier. The dayâs end finds us in Jasper National Park, an alpine wonderland of pristine wilderness and abundant wildlife. Youâre Invited: Walk above the Rockies deepest canyon; Maligne Canyon, then dine at Terra Restaurant in downtown Jasper.
Overnight Stay: Lobstick Lodge or similar
Set off on a two day rail experience on âThe Most Spectacular Train Journey in the Worldâ. Settle back in your SilverLeaf carriage (upgrade to GoldLeaf at additional expense). Enjoy incredible views of the soaring mountains including Canadaâs highest peak, the awesome 3954 metre Mount Robson as you journey towards Kamloops.
Overnight Stay: Kamloops Hotel (as assigned by Rocky Mountaineer)
Continue your journey on board the Rocky Mountaineer following the Thompson River and passing through the magnificent Fraser Valley. Late afternoon, we arrive into Vancouver.
Overnight Stay: Sheraton Wall Centre or similar
Today, enjoy a sightseeing tour of Vancouver including Stanley Park, famous for its totem Â
poles, the waterfront, Gastown and Capilano Suspension Bridge Park. Make your way across this spectacular suspension bridge, 70 metres above the Capilano River, and join the award winning Treetops Adventure along a series of elevated walkways. This afternoon, transfer to Vancouver Airport to board your homeward flight (book flight after 3pm), or consider taking in more of Vancouver with some post tour accommodation.
The itinerary is a guide only and may be amended for operational reasons. As such Evergreen Tours cannot guarantee the tour will operate unaltered from the itinerary stated above. Please refer to our terms and conditions for further information.Â
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