Vancouver, Banff & Rockies Summer
Discover the best of the Canadian Rockies on this 5-day summer tour from Vancouver. Spot the region's iconic wildlife, including elk, bighorn sheep, and maybe even a grizzly bear. Ride the Banff gondola, enjoy wine tasting in the Okanagan Valley and see some of the region's most spectacular scenery, including Lake Moraine, Lake Louise and Bow Falls, ending your trip back in Vancouver.
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Tour Overview
Duration
5 daysHotel Rating
3-4 star hotelsStarts
VancouverEnds
VancouverMinimum age
6 years oldMaximum age
No max ageArrival Transfer
NoDeparture Transfer
NoTour Guide
Yes - escorted by a tour guideCountry
CanadaMeals included
Breakfast: 4, Dinner: 1Passengers
$1,935.00
$400.00
Tour Style
Group Size
Min 8 / Max 34 (increasing to 40 for 2026 departures)
Trip Type
Group Tours
Range
This tour is operated by our trusted local partner and has been handpicked by us to deliver you an unforgettable trip.
Guiding Style
This tour is led by a dedicated tour guide or tour leader who stays with you throughout the entire journey. From start to finish, they manage logistics, offer insights at every stop, and are on hand to assist with anything you need. You may also enjoy sightseeing with local expert guides, as per the Inclusions. For more information, check the Inclusions of this tour.
Tour Pace
A balanced pace, with a mix of free time and visits to multiple locations, allowing for both relaxation and exploration. Generally doesn't visit more than one or two destinations per day.
Physical Rating
A moderate amount of walking is required during sightseeing, with some free time, offering a balance between activity and relaxation. As a general rule, you should be able to walk 2-kilometres without stopping.
Tour Guide
Yes - escorted by a tour guideGroup Size
Min 8 / Max 34 (increasing to 40 for 2026 departures)Tranportation
N/ALanguage
EnglishLanguage
EnglishRange
This tour is operated by our trusted local partner and has been handpicked by us to deliver you an unforgettable trip.
Guiding Style
This tour is led by a dedicated tour guide or tour leader who stays with you throughout the entire journey. From start to finish, they manage logistics, offer insights at every stop, and are on hand to assist with anything you need. You may also enjoy sightseeing with local expert guides, as per the Inclusions. For more information, check the Inclusions of this tour.
Tour Pace
A balanced pace, with a mix of free time and visits to multiple locations, allowing for both relaxation and exploration. Generally doesn't visit more than one or two destinations per day.
Physical Rating
A moderate amount of walking is required during sightseeing, with some free time, offering a balance between activity and relaxation. As a general rule, you should be able to walk 2-kilometres without stopping.
Trip Type
Group ToursTour Highlights
Included
Not Included
Itinerary
Day 1 - Welcome to Vancouver!
Vancouver - Salmon Arm. Depart downtown Vancouver from Canada Place at 8:30 AM (please arrive by 8:15 AM). Journey through the scenic Fraser Valley and stop in Kelowna for lunch. Following lunch, enjoy included wine tasting at one of the Okanagan’s premier wineries. Then, we head to Salmon Arm and check in our comfortable lakefront hotel. There's free time to enjoy the nearby trails and the Salmon Arm Wharf, which is a great spot for watching local wildlife. This evening, there is an included group dinner.
Day 2 - Salmon Arm to Banff
Salmon Arm - Revelstoke - Banff. Start today with a delicious breakfast at the hotel before journeying into the Rockies. Stop for a coffee in Revelstoke and travel through the Rogers Pass to Lake Louise and Moraine Lake. Upon arrival in Banff, we check into our accommodation.
Day 3 - Banff
Begin the day with a gondola ride to the summit of Sulphur Mountain, where we can admire the spectacular views of the famous Rockies. Next, we'll embark on a scenic tour around Lake Minnewanka and the Two Jack Lake Loop. Explore the townsite of Banff, including sights like Bow Falls, the Hoodoos, and the Banff Springs Hotel. Enjoy free time for shopping and sightseeing along Banff Avenue or if feeling adventurous, take part in outdoor activities at a discounted rate, such as horseback riding, canoeing on the Bow River, hiking, e-biking, or visiting the hot springs. Spend the rest of the evening at leisure in Banff.
Day 4 - Banff to Blue River/Valemount
Banff - Jasper - Blue River/Valemount. After breakfast, we'll embark on a journey along the famous Icefields Parkway, heading towards Jasper National Park. As we navigate the Columbia Icefields, we can appreciate another stunning lake and have the option to participate in the renowned Ice Explorer Glacier Tour (additional cost). Please note that the Ice Explorer tour is INCLUDED if travelling in 2027! Once we reach the mountain town of Jasper, there's free time to purchase dinner. Later, we arrive at the picturesque Blue River.
Please Note: May 5 - September 19 departures will be to Blue River staying in the Mike Wiegele Resort. September 20 - October departures will be in Valemount in the Best Western Plus.
Day 5 - Back to Vancouver
Blue River/Valemount - Kamloops - Vancouver. Enjoy our final breakfast this morning. There's an optional River Safari (additional cost) or choose to take it easy at the cabins. We then make our way to Clearwater and stop at Spahats Falls in Wells Gray Provincial Park. We'll make a pit-stop for lunch in Kamloops. It's then time to make our way back to Vancouver, arriving for approximately 7:30 PM.
Please note: The tour itinerary may be adjusted at the time of travel due to unforeseen circumstances, such as weather, road closures, and traffic.
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Extras and add-ons
If you'd like to add extras or add-ons to your booking, you can do this easily during checkout. Just review the available options and select any additional services or upgrades you'd like before completing your purchase.
Hotels
The hotels listed below are examples which we frequently use on this tour. Alternative hotels of a similar standard may be used instead.
Prices & Dates
All departure dates are guaranteed with a minimum of 8 persons. 'Twin/Double' prices are per person when there are 2 people on the same booking sharing a room. 'Single' prices are applicable to solo travellers and anyone wanting the privacy of their own room. ROOM SHARE OPTION: If you are a solo traveller and happy to share of room then you can pay the ‘Twin Share’ price and we will pair you up with another solo traveller of the same gender.
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