Alberta & British Columbia

Classic Rockies

13 Days

A spectacular road trip over the Rocky Mountains from Calgary to Vancouver

This holiday can be re-designed and tailor-made for your own unique experience

Introduction

Take a spectacular road trip over the Rocky Mountains from Calgary to Vancouver and along the way visit the main sights of Banff, Lake Louise and Jasper before journeying through British Columbia and on to Whistler. Along the way, stay in wonderfully rustic mountain lodges at the very heart of Canadian nature.

Highlights

	Majestic Rocky Mountains
	Spectacular Icefields Parkway
	Outstanding wildlife encounters
	Beautiful glacier-fed lakes
	Vibrant Vancouver

Activities

	Athabasca Glacier Icewalk
	Maligne Lake Cruise
	Hiking and paddling
	Vancouver City and Wildlife Boat Tour
	City exploration in Vancouver

Itinerary

	Depart UK from London Heathrow to Calgary
	Drive to Emerald Lake via Banff and Lake Louise
	Explore Yoho National Park
	Drive to Jasper with Athabasca Glacier Icewalk Tour
	Maligne Lake Cruise and explore Jasper National Park
	Clearwater
	Explore Wells Gray Provincial Park
	Gold Bridge
	At leisure in Tyax
	Whistler
	Head to Vancouver and enjoy a 'City & Wildlife' boat tour
	Explore Vancouver
	Depart Canada, arrive back into UK next day.

Description

This journey will take you along one of the most spectacular scenic highways in the world. Starting in Calgary you will pass through Banff and Lake Louise with time to explore the National Parks before continuing on to Jasper. The drive provides many stops to breathe in the clear air, gaze in wonder at the pine-clad snow-capped mountains and be amazed at the incredible aquamarine waters of the glacial lakes. Stopping off in these rustic towns will also give you a chance to venture out in search of black bears, moose and big horn sheep and for lasting memories we have included an ice-walk on the Athabasca Glacier, as well as a cruise to Spirit Island on Maligne Lake.

Leaving Alberta, head into British Columbia where further adventures await in Wells Gray Provincial Park and Gold Bridge, with horse riding, mountain hikes and outstanding wildlife opportunities in beautiful surroundings.

Your days on the road will afford spectacular vistas around each and every corner and should be embraced as part of the adventure. With so many photo opportunities you are sure to make many stops and there are opportunities along the way for short hikes, picnic breaks and wildlife observation. Be sure to have your camera at the ready!

Finally, spend a little time in the mountain resort of Whistler before heading along the Sea to Sky Highway towards Vancouver. Here you can get out on the water once again to not only see the city from a different perspective but also for the chance to see seals and bald eagles in their natural habitat. Your journey ends in Vancouver, one of the country's most vibrant cities, where more urban and coastal exploration, and maybe just a little bit of shopping, is on the agenda.

Best Time To Travel

May - October

Expected Wildlife Species

Highlight species

	Big horn sheep
	Black bears
	Caribou and moose
	Birds of prey
	Beaver

Additional Details - Cost, Dates, Rating etc.

Cost from £

Please contact us for a cost for when you wish to travel.

Our trips are almost always tailored to your requirements, we'll make small changes or alter the itinerary completely for you. For instance we get many requests to slow down the pace of a trip.

Departure Dates

Any day to your requirements.

Difficulty

An easy tour, some walking may be on rough ground and steps may be encountered

Flights

Direct flights on a number of carriers, some regional departures may be possible.

Time

GMT -8 hours

Consider Extensions To

Extend your stay in Canada and include Vancouver Island for the full spectrum of Canadian wildlife including orcas, bald eagles and grizzly bears.