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Canadian Rockies Encompassed

19 Days
From CAD 8,349

Best Rate
Guarantee

Trip Type
Small Group

Activity Level
Average

Rating

(20 reviews)

Experience Overview

The Indigenous history, beautiful natural landscapes, and lively cowboy culture of western Canada come together on this 19-day tour through British Columbia and Alberta. Spot wildlife on a ferry ride through glacial fjords and immerse yourself in First Nations culture on a day tour of Smithers. Experience the cowboy roots of Calgary and admire the emerald blue hue of Lake Louise. There are stunning vistas and photos ops along the way, as well as opportunities to bond with like-minded travelmates.

Highlights

Travel by ferry through glacial fjords
Discover the First Nations cultures of Northern BC
Hike through Jasper National Park
Grab a pint at Calgary's cowboy bars
See the picturesque waters of Lake Louise

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Trip Details

Product Code: 2498

Tour Type: Small Group

Accommodation: Budget

Transport: Private vehicle, ferry, walking.

Guide Language: English

Travel Styles: Budget

Supplier Code: NCVV.B

Starts: Vancouver, Canada

Finishes: Vancouver, Canada

Duration: 19 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 Wellness Moment: Miette Hot Springs Visit, Jasper National Park Your Foodie Moment: Okanagan Valley Wine Tasting, Kelowna Your Discover Moment: Whistler Your Hands-On Moment: Medicine Bag Making Activity, Whistler
Inside Passage cruise
First Nations day tour (Smithers)
Mt Robson stop with visit to Interpretation Centre
Icefields Parkway drive
Columbia Icefield stop
Lake Louise visit
Free time in Smithers, Jasper National Park, Banff, Whistler, and Vancouver
All transport between destinations and to/from included activities

Accommodation

Hotels (14 nts), lodges (4 nts).

15 breakfasts, 1 lunch

Transport

Private vehicle, ferry, walking.

Group Leader

CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout.

Price

Price per person: (Double Occupancy) CAD 8349 (CAD 439 /day)

Itinerary

Day 1: Vancouver

Arrive at any time.

Day 2: Vancouver/Campbell River

Catch a ferry from Horseshoe Bay to Nanaimo and drive along the Oceanside Route to Campbell River. Visit the museum in the town which respectfully acknowledges the First Nations of North Vancouver Island by preserving, interpreting, and sharing the history of these Nations on the lands now known as Campbell River. After seeing the exhibits at the museum attend an optional dinner with the group.

Day 3: Campbell River/Port Hardy

Take in the scenery while travelling to Port Hardy at the northern tip of Vancouver Island. Enjoy impressive views of coastline and lush forests, and make a stop in the quirky town of Telegraph Cove along the way. This renowned whale watching outpost is one of the last remaining boardwalk communities on the West Coast where you will have free time to have lunch on your own and partake in one of the optional activities available in the area. Choose from whale watching, kayaking, hiking, or walking along the historic boardwalk. Arrive to Port Hardy in the early evening and check into your hotel.

Day 4: Port Hardy

Today enjoy a visit to Alert Bay and the Worlds Tallest Totem, and the 'Umista Cultural Centre. Begin the day with free time to walk along the Haddington Beach trail or spend time in Port McNeill. In the late morning take the ferry to Alert Bay and visit the 'Umista Cultural Centre, whose mandate is to ensure the survival and preservation of the cultural heritage of the Kwakwa̱ka̱ʼwakw. Travel back to Port McNeill for more free time and an optional happy hour at a local spot. In the evening return to Port Hardy.

Day 5: Port Hardy/Prince Rupert

Embark on a ferry through the famous Inside Passage. The glacial fjords provide spectacular scenery along the route and a safe haven for all types of wildlife, including orcas and porpoises.
The ride is long, but spectacular. With a full day to relax, enjoy the scenery, read a book, or dine at the onboard restaurants. Reach Prince Rupert late in the evening.

Day 6: Prince Rupert/Smithers

Drive one of the most scenic roads in the world from Prince Rupert to Smithers and discover the First Nations cultures of Northern BC on a day tour around Smithers. Visit the Gitanyow Totems, Battle Hill, and 'Ksan Museum & Historical Village.

Day 7: Smithers/Prince George

Enjoy a visit to Twin Falls after breakfast and then spend free time in Smithers before travelling to Prince George, the largest city in Northern British Columbia.

Day 8: Prince George/Jasper

Travel to Jasper National Park. En route, stop at the tallest mountain in the Canadian Rockies, Mount Robson. Visit the Interpretation Centre, and go for a short hike to take in the views.

Day 9: Jasper

Enjoy a free day to explore Jasper National Park. Opt to hike at Maligne Canyon, cross the lake on a boat cruise, or join a scenic river rafting tour. In the evening, visit the Miette Hot Springs.

Day 10: Jasper/Canmore

Travel to Canmore via one of the most scenic drives in the world, the Icefields Parkway. Stop at the Columbia Icefield en route.
Along the 300km (186.4 mi) ride, a spectacle unfolds before our eyes: lush coniferous forests, immense mountains, turquoise lakes, high-falling cascades, and humbling glaciers. We stop a number of times along the way to take in the scenery and search for wildlife.

Day 11: Canmore/Calgary

Travel to Calgary, a modern city that honours its cowboy roots. Opt to visit museums, the Olympic Park, or wet your whistle at a cowboy bar.

Day 12: Calgary

Enjoy a free day to explore Calgary. This evening, opt to meet new members of the group at a welcome meeting.

Day 13: Calgary/Banff

Discover the beautiful town of Banff; opt to view wildlife, take a gondola ride, or hike up a mountain for spectacular views.
With free time upon arrival, 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 14: Lake Louise/Revelstoke

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 15: Revelstoke/Kelowna

Travel to Kelowna in the Okanagan Valley, stopping for a BBQ lunch at Kaloya Regional Park, then a tasting at a local winery en route. Kelowna has become a foodie haven in recent years – opt to visit one of the many craft breweries in the city this evening.

Day 16: Kelowna/Whistler

Drive through the beautiful coastal mountains to the village of Whistler, one of the locations of the 2010 Winter Olympics.

Day 17: Whistler

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

Day 18: Whistler/Vancouver

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. Travel to Vancouver, and spend the afternoon in this beautiful, easy-going city.

Day 19: Vancouver

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

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Reviews

Noor Shahirah J. - Traveled, August 2023

Logistics mostly taken care of. Range of age groups and small group.

Source: Tour operator Submitted: 09/16/2023

Toby H. - Traveled, August 2023

Our first G Adventures was fabulous. This one however, was less than expected.

Source: Tour operator Submitted: 09/16/2023

Fiona H. - Traveled, August 2023

We are fairly new to G Adventures. This was our second trip. The tour guide on the first trip was outstanding (Ratha), the tour guide on this trip was not at that same level.

Source: Tour operator Submitted: 09/16/2023

Katrien B. - Traveled, August 2023

Great way of traveling in an international group, with enough freedom to make it your own trip. Only drawback: on my last 2 tours the majority of people in the group are from UK and Ireland. A more diverse group would be a lot nicer.

Source: Tour operator Submitted: 09/14/2023

Hiral C. - Traveled, August 2023

This is the second tour I've been on and this guide was chaotic and this really explains my score. I wish the trip was true to what I had paid for. She missed 2 things because she was not organized.

Source: Tour operator Submitted: 09/14/2023

Victoria J. - Traveled, August 2023

I've now done 4 tours with G and each one has has been great - well organised, right balance of learning about cultures/environments and sightseeing/personal time.

Source: Tour operator Submitted: 09/08/2023

Stefan G. - Traveled, August 2023

All tours I did with G were awesome.

Source: Tour operator Submitted: 09/08/2023

Florence J. - Traveled, August 2023

Great Tour and awesome Guides!

Source: Tour operator Submitted: 09/08/2023

Nicole R. - Traveled, August 2023

Kanishk was very knowledgeable and took care of us every step of the way. An excellent guide!

Source: Tour operator Submitted: 08/25/2023

Maya G. - Traveled, August 2023

-Great communication early on in the trip online -Supports local businesses along the trip -Quick trip diversions if needed -Wide range of suggested activities -enjoyable group activities that everyone could be involved in -Tour guide has amazing organisational and social skills- made the trip much better by connecting and having meaningful conversations with each person

Source: Tour operator Submitted: 08/25/2023

Nicole R. - Traveled, August 2023

Kanishk was very knowledgeable and took care of us every step of the way. An excellent guide!

Source: Tour operator Submitted: 08/25/2023

Alison C. - Traveled, July 2023

I thought that the tour itself was fantastic. The accommodation was all great, I enjoyed the itinerary and Aurelie was an amazing guide. However, I wouldn't recommend it to someone my age (31) as the age range in the second half of the trip was 50-86 and I was the youngest by quite a distance.