Iconic Rockies and Western Canada
Operated by Trafalgar

Iconic Rockies and Western Canada

From
CAD 9,095
Duration
13 days
Countries
Canada
Activity
easy

The adventure

Book your 2026 Iconic Rockies and Western Canada tour with Trafalgar and spend 2 weeks travelling through Vancouver, Victoria and Calgary.

At a glance

Duration
13 days
Route
Vancouver → Kamloops
Countries
Canada
Activity level
easy
Style
National Parks & Wilderness
Group size
Ask
Flights
Not included
Solo travellers
Ask an agent

Day by day

Majestic view of the Canadian Rockies reflecting in a tranquil lake in British Columbia.
Your journey through

Canada

Day 1Voyage To VancouverTackle the ‘Great Outdoors’ on this effortlessly delivered adventure through Western Canada. Discover why Vancouver consistently ranks as one of the world’s most livable cities. Then, join your Travel Director and fellow travelers for a dinner.
A cruise ship sails under the iconic Lions Gate Bridge in Vancouver, BC, at twilight.Voyage To Vancouver
Tackle the ‘Great Outdoors’ on this effortlessly delivered adventure through Western Canada. Discover why Vancouver consistently ranks as one of the world’s most livable cities. Then, join your Travel Director and fellow travelers for a dinner.
Day 2Sample Cider On Vancouver IslandThis morning, delve into the historic neighborhood of Gastown before boarding a ferry to Vancouver Island. Tour a family-owned ciderhouse and taste local ciders while enjoying views overlooking the orchard, before continuing to Victoria.
A stunning view of boats docked at a marina during golden hour, with the Vancouver skyline bathed in warm sunset light.Vancouver
This morning, delve into the historic neighborhood of Gastown before boarding a ferry to Vancouver Island. Tour a family-owned ciderhouse and taste local ciders while enjoying views overlooking the orchard, before continuing to Victoria.
Map showing Vancouver
Day 3Explore Butchart Gardens In VictoriaToday on your Canadian Rockies tour, the Garden City comes to life as you greet the day before opening hours with breakfast at Butchart Gardens, a 55-acre showcase of gorgeous floral gardens that have colorfully transformed a once unused quarry. After breakfast, enjoy time in the garden before the crowds. Spend the rest of the day exploring the walkable capital of British Columbia perhaps treating yourself to high tea or tucking into local fish and chips. Or, join an optional Victoria whale-watching cruise and keep your eyes peeled for orca and humpback whales, bald eagles, porpoises and seals.
Today on your Canadian Rockies tour, the Garden City comes to life as you greet the day before opening hours with breakfast at Butchart Gardens, a 55-acre showcase of gorgeous floral gardens that have colorfully transformed a once unused quarry. After breakfast, enjoy time in the garden before the crowds. Spend the rest of the day exploring the walkable capital of British Columbia perhaps treating yourself to high tea or tucking into local fish and chips. Or, join an optional Victoria whale-watching cruise and keep your eyes peeled for orca and humpback whales, bald eagles, porpoises and seals.
Day 4Take In The Sights Of Chemainus, Squamish and WhistlerSee the vivid murals of Chemainus, which started in 1981 and have since become the world's leading community-driven art experience. Board a ferry and then take the scenic Sea-to-Sky Highway. Ascend to Summit Lodge, admiring the views from the Sea-to-Sky Gondola.
See the vivid murals of Chemainus, which started in 1981 and have since become the world's leading community-driven art experience. Board a ferry and then take the scenic Sea-to-Sky Highway. Ascend to Summit Lodge, admiring the views from the Sea-to-Sky Gondola.
Day 5Explore WhistlerEnjoy an insightful MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience and learn about the First Nations at the Squamish Lil'wat Cultural Center. Get a first-hand look into the traditional way of life of the original inhabitants of the area and their collection of artifacts and contemporary pieces led by Aboriginal Ambassadors who share their own stories and first-hand cultural experiences. After lunch at the center, enjoy your time at leisure.
Enjoy an insightful MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience and learn about the First Nations at the Squamish Lil'wat Cultural Center. Get a first-hand look into the traditional way of life of the original inhabitants of the area and their collection of artifacts and contemporary pieces led by Aboriginal Ambassadors who share their own stories and first-hand cultural experiences. After lunch at the center, enjoy your time at leisure.
Day 6Travel To Sun PeaksWe continue towards Sun Peaks where we’ll enjoy dinner at a local restaurant.
Scenic view of snow-covered trees under clear blue sky at Sun Peaks, BC.Sun Peaks
We continue towards Sun Peaks where we’ll enjoy dinner at a local restaurant.
Map showing Sun Peaks
Day 7Explore The Rocky Mountain National ParksDrive through Glacier & Yoho National Park en route to Banff. Sample the best of the UNESCO-listed Canadian Rocky Mountain Parks. The excitement of Canada’s highest suspension bridges awaits at the Golden Skybridge! Explore canyon ridge walking trails with sweeping views of the Columbia Valley and the Rocky and Purcell mountain ranges. We then overnight in beautiful Banff National Park.
Drive through Glacier & Yoho National Park en route to Banff. Sample the best of the UNESCO-listed Canadian Rocky Mountain Parks. The excitement of Canada’s highest suspension bridges awaits at the Golden Skybridge! Explore canyon ridge walking trails with sweeping views of the Columbia Valley and the Rocky and Purcell mountain ranges. We then overnight in beautiful Banff National Park.
Day 8Wander Beautiful BanffYour morning is at leisure, perhaps opt in for a gondola ride or explore on your own terms. Later in the morning enjoy a scenic orientation tour of Banff. This evening, meet a Mountie dressed in traditional red serge uniform and hear about their exciting history before enjoying dinner.
Dramatic black and white photo of a mountain scene with a historic hotel.Wander Beautiful Banff
Your morning is at leisure, perhaps opt in for a gondola ride or explore on your own terms. Later in the morning enjoy a scenic orientation tour of Banff. This evening, meet a Mountie dressed in traditional red serge uniform and hear about their exciting history before enjoying dinner.
Map showing Wander Beautiful Banff
Day 9Cross The Athabasca GlacierEnjoy a lakeside walk at Lake Louise, then board an Ice Explorer and drive over the Athabasca Glacier. Continue your drive along the Icefields Parkway to your overnight in Jasper.
Enjoy a lakeside walk at Lake Louise, then board an Ice Explorer and drive over the Athabasca Glacier. Continue your drive along the Icefields Parkway to your overnight in Jasper.
Day 10Walk Through the Wilderness in JasperBoard a narrated cruise on Maligne Lake (seasonal) stopping at Spirit Island. Travel on to Jasper and this evening join Matricia Bauer for a Be My Guest experience, on traditional First Nations land. Learn about the significance of curated drink bitters from foraged ingredients and listen to stories over dinner.
Board a narrated cruise on Maligne Lake (seasonal) stopping at Spirit Island. Travel on to Jasper and this evening join Matricia Bauer for a Be My Guest experience, on traditional First Nations land. Learn about the significance of curated drink bitters from foraged ingredients and listen to stories over dinner.
Day 11Marvel At Mount RobsonAdmire Mount Robson – the tallest peak in the Canadian Rockies. End the day in the Tournament Capital of Canada, Kamloops. Though the city is known for hosting competitions, take it easy and enjoy an evening at leisure.
Mount Robson Visitor Centre in British Columbia, surrounded by mist and mountains, creates a moody landscape.Marvel At Mount Robson
Admire Mount Robson – the tallest peak in the Canadian Rockies. End the day in the Tournament Capital of Canada, Kamloops. Though the city is known for hosting competitions, take it easy and enjoy an evening at leisure.
Map showing Marvel At Mount Robson
Day 12Through the Coast Mountains and Fraser ValleyKamloopsDrive from Kamloops, past dramatic mountainscapes toward the scenic coastal setting of Vancouver, known as 'Hollywood North'. Join an Optional Experience to cross the iconic Capilano Suspension Bridge and take in breathtaking views, surrounded by towering evergreens and rushing waters below.
Beautiful sunset view over hills and urban buildings in Kamloops, BC, Canada.Kamloops
Drive from Kamloops, past dramatic mountainscapes toward the scenic coastal setting of Vancouver, known as 'Hollywood North'. Join an Optional Experience to cross the iconic Capilano Suspension Bridge and take in breathtaking views, surrounded by towering evergreens and rushing waters below.
Map showing Kamloops
Day 13Farewell From VancouverYour dazzling encounter with the Canadian Rockies has come to an end. Depart at leisure as you head to Vancouver International Airport.
Twilight view of Vancouver skyline featuring iconic Canada Place and skyscrapers reflecting city lights.Farewell From Vancouver
Your dazzling encounter with the Canadian Rockies has come to an end. Depart at leisure as you head to Vancouver International Airport.
Map showing Farewell From Vancouver

Discover Canada

A glimpse of the destination you'll explore.

Breathtaking view of Moraine Lake's turquoise waters surrounded by the Rockies in Banff National Park, Alberta.
Serene landscape featuring mountains, a calm lake, and lush green conifers.
Stunning view of the Bow River with mountains and forest in Canmore, Alberta, Canada.
Serene river in Banff National Park with stacked stones and majestic mountains.
A breathtaking view of a winding road through a lush forest and majestic mountains.

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15 Jun 202627 Jun 2026CAD 9,225On requestBook my trip
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