Welcome to Calgary! Your Tour Director is on hand from 3:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. to answer any questions
This morning, enjoy a city tour of Calgary, home to the world-famous Calgary Stampede. Highlights include downtown, The Confluence (formerly Fort Calgary), Stampede Park, the Saddledome, and Canada Olympic Park. Then travel west through the foothills into Banff National Park for a two-night stay. Enjoy an orientation tour upon arrival
Enjoy your day exploring Banff National Park, Canada’s first national park. Hike the many trails, stroll through the Banff townsite, or relax at the hot springs. Lift your sights higher on an optional helicopter ride offering spectacular aerial views of the Canadian Rockies. Or if you prefer to stay on the ground, join the Panoramas & Peaks* optional excursion to visit stunning Moraine Lake in the Valley of the Ten Peaks.
*This optional excursion begins operating in early June
Head north to Lake Louise, where turquoise waters reflect the surrounding mountains and glaciers. Then travel to the Columbia Icefield for a ride aboard the Ice Explorer onto the Athabasca Glacier. Continue along the Icefields Parkway through the heart of the Canadian Rockies, passing rugged peaks, glaciers, and mountain valleys. Later, consider joining an optional float trip on the Athabasca River. Enjoy an orientation tour upon arrival in Jasper
Today is free to explore Jasper National Park. Enjoy hiking the area's scenic trails, browsing the shops, or watching for wildlife. Or consider an optional narrated cruise on Maligne Lake to legendary Spirit Island*. Your Tour Director will have suggestions for additional activities and dining.
*This optional excursion begins operating in late May/early June
Depart Jasper and follow the Fraser River to the base of Mount Robson, the highest peak in the Canadian Rockies. Continue to Prince George, British Columbia’s “northern capital,” for an overnight stay
Today, board VIA Rail’s Skeena train for an all-daylight rail journey through the Coast Mountains and along the Skeena River, often called the “River of Mists.” Follow historic First Nations trading routes and the paths of early fur traders while watching for bald eagles, black bears, moose, and other wildlife. Disembark in Prince Rupert for a two-night stay.
NOTE:
Train travel is subject to unforeseen delays
After an orientation of Prince Rupert, visit the North Pacific Cannery National Historic Site for a guided tour of British Columbia’s oldest surviving salmon cannery. Learn about the salmon-canning process and discover what life was like for the people who lived and worked here during the industry’s peak. The remainder of the afternoon is at leisure. (CB)
Early this morning, embark on one of the world’s most beautiful ocean voyages! The scenery is spectacular, with towering mountains, waterfalls, forested islands, and rainforests. Marine life abounds, with sightings of sea lions and porpoises —and perhaps even an orca. Late night/early morning arrival into Port Hardy. (CB)
NOTE:
Cruising time through the Inside Passage is approximately 18 hours. Please come prepared with all medications, eyeglasses, and any other items you will need
Depart Port Hardy this morning and travel along the eastern coastline of Vancouver Island, passing through Campbell River, known as the “Salmon Capital of the World.” Continue south to Chemainus, where you'll stop to see the town’s famous outdoor murals depicting the region’s history and pioneer heritage. Arrive in Victoria late this afternoon
Morning sightseeing includes the Inner Harbour, Legislative Buildings, Bastion Square, and Thunderbird Park, home to an impressive collection of totem poles. The rest of the day is yours to explore Victoria. Perhaps have afternoon tea at the Fairmont Empress Hotel, visit the Royal BC Museum, or join an optional excursion to Butchart Gardens to enjoy its 55 acres of spectacular floral displays. This evening, consider a stroll along the scenic waterfront
Today, sail across the Strait of Georgia through the Gulf Islands, an archipelago known for its Mediterranean-like climate. Arrive in Vancouver and take a sightseeing tour including beautiful Stanley Park and other city highlights. This evening, perhaps explore Vancouver’s diverse culinary scene for dinner
Enjoy a free day to experience Vancouver. Consider taking a water taxi to lively Granville Island with its bustling Public Market, street musicians, and waterfront cafés, or visit historic Gastown with its cobblestone streets, antique shops, art galleries, and iconic Gastown Steam Clock. Or choose a memorable optional excursion, featuring a trip to Whistler on one of the world’s most scenic drives along the Sea to Sky Highway or an adventure on an optional aerial tram ride up the mountain for exquisite views and a walk through a rainforest canopy at Grouse Mountain & Capilano Suspension Bridge. Your Tour Director will have plenty of suggestions
Your vacation ends this morning. You may choose to extend your vacation with extra nights and explore Vancouver further.
