DAY 2, Wednesday - Travel to Victoria
Departing Vancouver this morning, drive through Stanley Park, and cross Lions Gate Bridge on your way to Victoria, capital city of British Columbia. Hop aboard a ferry that takes you across the Strait of Georgia to Vancouver Island and onwards to Victoria. Upon arrival, a brief orientation tour introduces you to this charming city, apparent in the horse-drawn carriages, formal gardens and tearooms. Check into the hotel with time to settle in before dinner tonight
Overnight: Victoria
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

DAY 3, Thursday - Butchart Gardens, City Tour of Victoria
This morning, visit Butchart Gardens with its 55 acres of flowers and show gardens, including the Japanese, Italian, and Rose gardens. In the afternoon return to Victoria. On the way back, drive on the Trans-Canada Highway to see "mile zero." Upon arrival, embark on a city tour of Victoria, starting at Beacon Hill Park. Proceed to the Royal BC Museum, adjacent to Thunderbird Park with its carved totem poles, and Chinatown. Spend the remainder of the afternoon at leisure, or join the optional Victoria seaplane sightseeing tour where you can take in the views of the downtown buildings and the islands that dot the Strait of Juan de Fuca
Optional: Victoria Seaplane Sightseeing
Overnight: Victoria
Meals: Breakfast

DAY 4, Friday - Kamloops
Depart the island, and take the ferry back to the mainland. Continue with a drive on the Coquihalla Highway, through spectacular scenery towards Kamloops. Arrive in Kamloops, the only major city in central British Columbia, and check into the hotel. Evening is at leisure
Overnight: Kamloops
Meals: Breakfast

DAY 5, Saturday - Jasper National Park, Jasper Museum
Travel through the communities of Blue River and Clearwater, and continue following the North Thompson river, and then the Fraser river, towards Jasper. Enter the province of Alberta, and drive on the Yellowhead Highway heading east. On arrival in Jasper, the turn-of-the-century railroad town, visit Jasper Museum and gain insight into the history of Jasper National Park and the Yellowhead Corridor. View exhibits on the fur trade, the railway and early exploration in Jasper National Park. Tonight, dinner is at the hotel
Overnight: Jasper
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

DAY 6, Sunday - Jasper National Park, Spirit Island
Explore Jasper today, the largest national park in the Canadian Rockies. Begin at a section of the park known for its abundant flora and fauna. Drive up the valley to see Medicine Lake, which exists only during the summer months when melting glaciers bring water into the valley. Take a cruise* to world-famous Spirit Island on Maligne Lake, the heart of Jasper National Park. See the tranquil blue color of this glacier formed and fed lake during this calming wilderness experience. Then, on to majestic Maligne Canyon to learn about the unique features of this underground system. Time to walk along the canyon's trails with breathtaking views of waterfalls and unusual rock formations. Return to Jasper, for the remainder of the day at leisure or, participate in the optional Athabasca River Raft Trip that retraces the route of the early explorers along the Athabasca River*Cruise is seasonal and due to local weather conditions may be unable to operate at the beginning of the season (May - early Jun).
Optional: Athabasca River Raft Trip (PM)
Overnight: Jasper
Meals: Breakfast

DAY 7, Monday - Travel to Banff, Ice Glacier Tour, Lake Louise
Depart Jasper this morning, and travel along the Icefields Parkway to Banff. Listen to the history and geology of this area during the Ice Explorer tour that takes you to the surface of the massive Athabasca Glacier (weather permitting). On the journey, hear about the formation of glaciers, the interesting geological features of the area and step out onto the surface of the powerful ancient ice. Later, view Lake Louise, known for its blue waters, located at the base of Victoria Glacier. Admire the mountain scenery as you approach Banff National Park, nestled in the heart of the Canadian Rockies. Evening is at leisure
Overnight: Banff
Meals: Breakfast

DAY 8, Tuesday - Banff National Park, Gondola to Sulphur Mountain
Explore Banff National Park, named a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Here, ascend by gondola to the summit of Sulphur Mountain experiencing panoramic views of six mountain ranges and the village below. Then, at your leisure, walk along the boardwalk of the Observation Deck (weather permitting), or shop for gifts. Afterward, return to Banff for lunch on your own and afternoon at leisure
Overnight: Banff
Meals: Breakfast

DAY 9, Wednesday - Calgary City Tour
Begin the day with a drive to Calgary, Alberta's major city. On arrival, take a city tour of Calgary. Drive past the major sites to see a combination of historical, architectural and vintage landmarks of this diverse city. Check into the hotel with time to settle in. Tonight during dinner, bid farewell to your Tour Manager
Overnight: Calgary
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

DAY 10, Thursday - Depart Canada
Transfer independently to the airport for your departure flight
Meals: Breakfast

Please Note: Land Price does not include airfare, departure or arrival transfers, airline taxes and fuel surcharges.