Canada's Summer Scenery

The magic of Canada’s mountains is certainly not limited to wintertime. As this tailor-made itinerary to Vancouver, Jasper, Lake Louise and Banff will showcase, the summer months offer a different yet equally dreamy side to the peaks. Heading from the western coast into the rugged national parks, adventures include soaring by helicopter over several glaciers, and riding the iconic Rocky Mountaineer train through stunning Alpine scenery.

ITINERARY HIGHLIGHTS

Travel by floatplane from Vancouver to Victoria, heading out by custom-built zodiac on a wonderful whale watching adventure

Join an expert guide on the incredible Ice Explorer Itinerary of the Athabasca Glacier, travelling to the middle of this magnificent ice form

On your transfer between Jasper and Lake Louise, stop for an unforgettable helicopter ride, soaring over no less than six glaciers

Enjoy panoramas over Banff and beyond as you ascend Sulphur Mountain by the Banff Gondola

Authentic Experience

Travel aboard the Rocky Mountaineer for a super scenic and luxurious rail journey from Banff to Vancouver. Highlights include the spiral tunnels, a remarkable engineering achievement in Yoho National Park, and Rogers Pass in Glacier National Park with endless views over snow-capped mountains.

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ITINERARY DETAILS

DAY 1-4Vancouver, Canada

DAY 1-4 DETAILS ACCOMMODATION

Enjoy your first 2 days in Canada in Vancouver. Explore Stanley Park by bike or take a walking tour through Gastown or Granville Island. Board a floatplane for a scenic flight to the city of Victoria. Here, you’ll head out by custom-built zodiac boat in search of orcas, minke whales, grey whales, harbour seals, porpoises and much more! Explore more of Victoria at your leisure, visit the beautiful Butchart Gardens and cruise through the Gulf Islands, before heading back to Vancouver. The rest of your time in Vancouver is at your leisure.

TRANSFERS

Take a private car transfer to the Rocky Mountaineer Station to board this iconic train.

Fairmont Pacific Rim

Type: Luxury Hotel
Summary: A chic retreat in the heart of downtown Vancouver
Feature: State-of-the-art rooms with spectacular views
Rooms: 367 rooms and suites
Location: Vancouver, Canada
Star rating: AAA Five Diamond

MEAL BASIS

Room only

DAY 4-5Rocky Mountaineer

DAY 4-5 DETAILS ACCOMMODATION

Board the Rocky Mountaineer train this morning for the two day journey into the stunning Rocky Mountains. Travel in the Gold Leaf domed carriage complete with outside space to take in the fresh Canadian air at the back of each carriage. Break for the night in the town of Kamloops before boarding the train again and climbing through the Cascade and Coast mountains and ever more dramatic mountain scenery to the national park town of Jasper.

TRANSFERS

Collect an inclusive rental car on arrival into Jasper and make the short drive to your hotel.

Gold Leaf domed carriage on the Rocky Mountaineer train

Summary: A comfortable overnight ride with all meals included
Feature: Ride through rugged lake country, waterfalls, picturesque towns and the snowy peaks of the Rockies
Rooms: Dependent on train

MEAL BASIS

All-Inclusive

DAY 5-7Jasper, Canada

DAY 5-7 DETAILS ACCOMMODATION

On your first day join a private tour to discover the delights of Jasper in the heart of the Canadian Rockies. The itinerary can be tailor-made to suit you, with area highlights including the Maligne Canyon, the Skyline Trail and Jasper Skytram. Then enjoy free time in Jasper.

TRANSFERS

Drive south from Jasper along the Icefield Parkway, following the spine of the Canadian Rockies. Make a stop at the breathtaking Columbia Icefields and Athabasca Glacier, for the amazing Ice Explorer experience. Your guide will explain how glaciers are formed and point out interesting geological features as you travel across the icy slopes. Then, for the ultimate adventure in the wilderness, soar over six glorious glaciers by helicopter, seeing sights only possible from up high! Walk along an alpine lake and stop for lunch and fizz with glorious views. Continue your drive on to Moraine Lake Lodge.

Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge

Type: Luxury Hotel
Summary: This world-class luxury hotel boasts excellent facilities
Feature: Spectacular views offered at this World Heritage Site
Rooms: 451 rooms & cabins
Location: Jasper, Canada

MEAL BASIS

Room only

DAY 7-10Moraine Lake

DAY 7-10 DETAILS ACCOMMODATION

Stay overlooking the seriously stunning Moraine Lake Lodge for a few nights. Busy by day, in the evening the lake is just for the exclusive lodge guests to enjoy. Sip a cocktail as the sun dips down, casting shadows on the surrounding mountains. By day, explore further afield, visit famous Lake Louise or take a kayak out on to the pristine waters of Emerald Lake in the Yoho Provincial Park.

TRANSFERS

Drive down to Banff, the bustling gateway town of the Rocky Mountains for your final couple of days.

Moraine Lake Lodge

Summary: A serene lodge nestled in a spectacular valley in the Canadian Rocky Mountains
Feature: Embrace your surroundings with a range of alfresco activities
Rooms: 33 rooms and cabins

MEAL BASIS

Breakfast

DAY 10-13Banff, Canada

DAY 10-13 DETAILS ACCOMMODATION

Spend some time exploring Banff. Departing from striking Sulphur Mountain in a glass-enclosed dome, the Banff Gondola offers you a 360-degree views of six mountain rangers and the Bow Valley which are nothing short of breathtaking! Perhaps take a dip in the local sulphur springs or partake in a white water rafting trip nearby. Stroll along the main street for last minute souvenirs of your time in Canada. Dine casually in town or formally at the Fairmont for a special end to your Canadian adventure. On your last day, you will fly back to the UK.

TRANSFERS

Take a final drive to Calgary Airport for your departure. If time allows, make a stop at the Yamnuska Wolfdog Sanctuary, open for visits from Wednesday to Sunday. Drop your rental car off at the airport.

Fairmont Banff Springs

Type: Luxury Hotel
Summary: A luxurious fairytale location
Feature: Enjoy superior accommodation & a range of extra services
Rooms: 768 rooms & suites
Location: Banff, Canada
Star rating: AAA Four Diamond

MEAL BASIS

Room only

DAY 1-4ACCOMMODATION

Vancouver, Canada

TRANSFERS

Take a private car transfer to the Rocky Mountaineer Station to board this iconic train.

Fairmont Pacific Rim

Type: Luxury Hotel
Summary: A chic retreat in the heart of downtown Vancouver
Feature: State-of-the-art rooms with spectacular views
Rooms: 367 rooms and suites
Location: Vancouver, Canada
Star rating: AAA Five Diamond

MEAL BASIS

Room only

DAY 4-5ACCOMMODATION

Rocky Mountaineer

TRANSFERS

Collect an inclusive rental car on arrival into Jasper and make the short drive to your hotel.

Gold Leaf domed carriage on the Rocky Mountaineer train

Summary: A comfortable overnight ride with all meals included
Feature: Ride through rugged lake country, waterfalls, picturesque towns and the snowy peaks of the Rockies
Rooms: Dependent on train

MEAL BASIS

All-Inclusive

DAY 5-7ACCOMMODATION

Jasper, Canada

TRANSFERS

Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge

Type: Luxury Hotel
Summary: This world-class luxury hotel boasts excellent facilities
Feature: Spectacular views offered at this World Heritage Site
Rooms: 451 rooms & cabins
Location: Jasper, Canada

MEAL BASIS

Room only

DAY 7-10ACCOMMODATION

Moraine Lake

TRANSFERS

Drive down to Banff, the bustling gateway town of the Rocky Mountains for your final couple of days.

Moraine Lake Lodge

Summary: A serene lodge nestled in a spectacular valley in the Canadian Rocky Mountains
Feature: Embrace your surroundings with a range of alfresco activities
Rooms: 33 rooms and cabins

MEAL BASIS

Breakfast

DAY 10-13ACCOMMODATION

Banff, Canada

TRANSFERS

Fairmont Banff Springs

Type: Luxury Hotel
Summary: A luxurious fairytale location
Feature: Enjoy superior accommodation & a range of extra services
Rooms: 768 rooms & suites
Location: Banff, Canada
Star rating: AAA Four Diamond

MEAL BASIS

Room only

ITINERARY EXCURSIONS

Victoria - Floatplane, Whale Watching and Butchart Gardens

Full Day Tour

From your base in Vancouver, board a short floatplane flight to Victoria, absorbing stunning aerial views of the city, the Gulf Islands and Victoria Harbour. Arriving in Victoria, get ready for three hours of thrills as you embark a Zodiac boat in search of orcas, minke whales, grey whales, porpoises, harbour seals and other marine wildlife, accompanied by a certified marine biologist and naturalist. Back on dry land, explore downtown Victoria at your leisure for a while, before meeting your guided coach tour for your trip back through the Gulf Islands – via ferry - to Vancouver. As you leave Victoria, stop for to explore the beautiful Butchart Gardens, one of the world’s most famous family estate gardens.

Jasper Sightseeing

Half Day Tour

Board an SUV with your private guide for half a day exploring the treasures of Jasper. The charter is flexible so you can create a tour program that will move at your pace and on your schedule, or just sit back and let your driver guide you for the day. Possible options include Maligne Canyon, the Skyline Trail and Jasper Skytram.

Sightseeing Transfer from Jasper to Lake Louise - including Glacier Tour and Heli-Tour

Full Day Tour and Transfer

Much more than just a transfer, enjoy a day filled with unforgettable activities and adventures as you travel from Jasper to Lake Louise. Highlights include a stop at the famous Columbia Icefield, where you can board a specially designed Brewsters Snocoach and travel to the middle of the mighty Athabasca Glacier, learning more about the fascinating ice form from your expert driver/guide and even stopping to walk on the ice! You can also visit the Glacier Skywalk, a 500-metre interpretive boardwalk and a glass-floored observation platform extending 30 metres out over the Sunwapta Valley. You will then head on to the Rockies Heli Canada Cline River Heliport to board a spectacularly scenic helicopter flight over glaciers and waterfalls, stopping for a walk along an alpine lake and enjoying a light lunch with sparkling wine and dessert.

Sightseeing Transfer from Lake Louise to Banff

Half Day Tour and Transfer

As you travel from Lake Louise to Banff, stop to see the sights of this seriously scenic region of the Canadian Rockies. The charter is flexible so you can create a tour program that will move at your pace and on your schedule, or just sit back and let your driver guide you for the day.

Banff Gondola

Experience

Take the scenic ascent to the pinnacle of Banff’s Sulphur Mountain by the Banff Gondola, the Upper Terminal of which is around 2,281 metres above sea level! As you reach the top, prepare to marvel at the 360-degree panorama over the gorgeous glacial landscape and no less than six mountain ranges, traversing the interpretative hiking trails that lead along the ridge.

BEST TIME TO TRAVEL

Canada’s summer is characterised by sunny days and pleasant temperatures, making it great for exploring the cities and enjoying the scenery of the Rockies. Check out our other Canada tours for inspiration for other seasons.

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12 NIGHTS FROM £6,570 per person

Pricing based upon economy flights from London. Transfers, UK airport lounge passes and meals and excursions As specified.

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