Experience Overview
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.
Highlights
- Experience the laid-back west coast vibes of Vancouver
- Sip on local wine and craft beer in the Okanagan Valley
- Visit the pristine waters of Lake Louise
- Spot alpine wildlife in Banff
- Wander through hip mountain and coastal towns in British Columbia.
Trip Details
Product Code: 2494
Tour Type: Small Group
Accommodation: Budget
Transport: Private vehicle, walking.
Guide Language: English
Travel Styles: Budget
Supplier Code: NCVE
Starts: Vancouver, Canada
Finishes: Calgary, Canada
Duration: 8 days
Departures: Guaranteed
Physical rating: Average
Includes
Activities
- Your G for Good Moment: Squamish Lil'wat Cultural Centre Visit, Whistler Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group Your Hands-On Moment: Medicine Bag Making Activity, Whistler Your Discover Moment: Whistler Your Foodie Moment: Okanagan Valley Wine Tasting, Kelowna
- Lake Louise visit
- Free time in Banff, Whistler, and Vancouver
- All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
Accommodation
- Hotels (7 nts).
- 4 breakfasts, 1 lunch
Transport
- Private vehicle, walking.
Group Leader
- CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout.
Price
Price per person: (Double Occupancy) CAD 2511 (CAD 314 /day)
Itinerary
Day 1: Vancouver
Arrive any time.
Day 2: Vancouver/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, before participating in a medicine bag making activity. Spend the afternoon in this beautiful, easy-going mountain town.
Day 3: Whistler
Enjoy a free day to explore Whistler. Opt to ride a gondola to the top of the mountain, hike, or zipline.
Day 4: Whistler/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.
Day 5: Kelowna/Revelstoke
Continue west today passing through the Okanagan Valley toward the small, quaint town of Revelstoke. Stop along the way for a BBQ lunch on the beach.
Day 6: Lake 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.
Day 7: Banff/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.
Day 8: Calgary
Depart at any time.
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Tour Operator
G Adventures
G Adventures is an operator of small-group escorted tours. It is based in Toronto, Ontario, Canada with 28 offices worldwide. It offers more than 700 itineraries in more than 100 countries, and carries 200,000 travelers from 160 countries each year.
In Business Since 1990
Reviews
Julie W. - Traveled, September 2023
We had such a fabulous trip
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 09/17/2023
Akram A. - Traveled, September 2023
Wonderful place to go , beautiful nature there
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 09/17/2023
Jill M. - Traveled, September 2023
My G Adventures was truly amazing, a well thought out and organised trip with a group of like minded travellers. Simon Brisson was my guide and he was just great. He had great local knowledge he was always positive and energetic with the group and the places we visited were just spectacular
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 09/17/2023
Alys M. - Traveled, September 2023
I have been on 2 G Adventures trips now and both of them have been fantastic. Great itineraries, safe and comfortable transport, helpful guides.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 09/17/2023
Bradley W. - Traveled, September 2023
I have only experience of one tour, so would give advice on that. There seems to an enormous range of products, that I couldn't comment on. Our experience was very good however.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 09/17/2023
Manmohan S. - Traveled, September 2023
Very understanding host
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 09/17/2023
Orla F. - Traveled, September 2023
Small group so get a chance to know everyone. Knowledgeable and friendly guide. Great experiences that are varied and can be tailored to suit the group
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 09/17/2023
Martin B - Traveled, September 2023
Good sized group and easy access to activities with local guides
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 09/17/2023
Ann L. - Traveled, September 2023
Reliable, friendly, safe, small groups
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 09/17/2023
Tasneem E. - Traveled, August 2023
Trips are very well organized
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 08/08/2023
Jackalyn P. - Traveled, July 2023
Great experience and well looked after
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 08/08/2024
Adnaan E. - Traveled, August 2024
The trip was a great way to experience and get a taste of what the Rockies has to offer, especially if you have limited time to travel. The ride through the rockies for 2 days was very comfortable and allowed us to truly see this vast landscape without any interference. However it would be great to revise some of the itinerary to include more time spent outdoors for hiking and excursions through some portions of the trip.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 08/08/2024
Lisa R. - Traveled, September 2023
Always a smooth process dealing with G Adventures and a great experience no matter the country.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 09/25/2023
Julie R. - Traveled, September 2023
Great way to experience the mountains in a small group. Collected by G Adventures
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 09/25/2023
Joanna W. - Traveled, September 2023
Brilliant guides, good value for money, fantastic tours and a fabulous experience.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 09/25/2023
Caroline O. - Traveled, September 2023
Good tour
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 09/25/2023
Stefanie H. - Traveled, September 2023
Great way of exploring new countries. Meeting new people from all over the world, itinerary organized so you don't have to make your thoughts about hotels or transportation but also free time to do what you like. Great guides with a great knowledge.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 09/25/2023
Teresa A. - Traveled, August 2023
The guide. She was really good, with a concern for the group, and what we wanted to see
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 08/08/2023
Hannah S. - Traveled, August 2024
If this was the first tour I had of been on I would have voted unlikely to recommend but because my other G Adventures was amazing I know there is so much more potential. Found this tour super unorganised and always felt rushed. Tour guide also was unprofessional at times
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 08/08/2024
Manjit K. - Traveled, July 2023
Great intineraries, you giving back to local communities, diverse travellers to be with, decent prices for this type of travel
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 07/19/2023
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