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Vancouver to the Rockies

Coquihalla Hwy 5 → Trans-Canada Hwy 1Signature Route
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Highlights

  • Vancouver harbour, Gastown, and Stanley Park before heading inland
  • The Coquihalla Highway through the Coast Mountains to the interior
  • Kamloops and the dry interior grasslands — a striking contrast to the coast
  • Banff, Lake Louise, and Moraine Lake to finish — our own home turf

Itinerary

Day 1

Arrive Vancouver

Arrival and a first look at the harbour, Gastown, and Stanley Park.

No meals included
Day 2

Vancouver → Kamloops

East on the Coquihalla Highway through the Coast Mountains into the BC interior.

Breakfast included
Day 3

Kamloops → Golden

Continue east on the Trans-Canada, crossing into the Rockies via Rogers Pass.

Breakfast included
Day 4

Golden → Banff

Yoho National Park en route, then into Banff National Park.

Breakfast included
Day 5

Lake Louise & Moraine Lake

A full day at the two most photographed lakes in the Rockies.

Breakfast included
Days 6–7

Banff free time → Calgary departure

Extra days (7-day departures) for the Banff Gondola and townsite, then transfer to Calgary for departure.

Breakfast included

Route & Distances

  1. VancouverKamloops≈ 355 km
  2. KamloopsGolden≈ 275 km
  3. GoldenBanff≈ 130 km
  4. BanffLake Louise≈ 57 km
  5. Lake LouiseCalgary≈ 190 km7-day departures only

Distances are approximate driving distances, for reference only — actual route and mileage on the day may vary.

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Regular departures run Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday. Booking is by request, not instant confirmation — contact us to confirm the exact date and seat availability.

What's Included

Includes

  • Round-trip / one-way transport in an air-conditioned coach
  • English-speaking tour guide (Vietnamese on request, subject to availability)
  • Hotel accommodation for all nights (based on double occupancy)
  • Daily breakfast

Excludes

  • Lunch and dinner
  • Parks Canada day pass
  • Banff Gondola and other optional activities
  • Gratuities for your guide and driver

Meeting & Transfer Info

Flying in to join us in Vancouver? Please share your flight details at least 5 days before departure so we can confirm your pickup time. If you're arriving the same day the tour starts, let us know your arrival time as early as possible.

Own Expenses

Optional activities you can add on-site — not included in the tour price.

  • Banff Gondola ride≈ $65 CAD / person
  • Parks Canada day pass≈ $11 CAD / person / day

Cancellation Policy

CancelledRefund
21+ days before departureFull refund
7–20 days before departure50% refund
Less than 7 days before departureNo refund

Good to Know

  • Valid government-issued photo ID is required for every traveler on all departures.
  • Pickup and drop-off times are approximate and may shift by 15–30 minutes depending on traffic and road conditions.
  • Itinerary order and stops may change due to weather, road closures, or park conditions — safety comes first.
  • Comfortable walking shoes are recommended; stops involve short, easy walks rather than technical hiking.
  • Let us know about mobility needs, dietary restrictions, or large group sizes at the time of booking so we can plan accordingly.
  • Multi-day tours are priced based on double-occupancy hotel rooms; single-traveler and triple-occupancy rates are available on request.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I do this as a one-way trip instead of round-trip?

Yes — the route runs Vancouver to Banff/Calgary and can be booked one-way; let us know at booking.

Is the Banff Gondola included?

No, it's optional and paid on-site, along with other activities in Banff free time.

How many nights of hotel accommodation are included?

All nights of the tour are included, based on double occupancy, for the full 5 or 7-day departure you book.

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