Western Canada & Vancouver Island Premium Tour

• Breakfast in the hotel then depart Whistler
• Drive through Pemberton and Lillooet
• Enjoy an authentic Indigenous Experience with Xwisten Experience Tours:
• Visit the Bridge River Fishing Grounds, the past and current fishing area of the St'át'imc People. Learn about the traditional wind-dried method of preserving the salmon still used by its people today
• After the tour, partake in a Salmon BBQ, complete with salmon, rice, salad, and bannock. Dessert is a traditional dish of whipped berries (sxúsum)
• Check into your hotel in Clearwater

• Breakfast in the hotel
• Explore Wells Gray Provincial Park 
• Visit Helmcken Falls and Spahats Falls 
• Stop at Mount Robson, the highest peak in the Canadian Rockies
• Check into your centrally located hotel in the town of Jasper 
• Free time to explore the town of Jasper and have dinner
• Option to visit the Jasper Planetarium this evening

• Breakfast in the hotel
• Explore Maligne Canyon - Walk along scenic bridges and trails and see ancient fossils in rock, and many waterfalls 
• Visit Maligne Lake which is famous for the colour of its azure water, the surrounding peaks, the three glaciers visible from the lake, and Spirit Island, a frequently and very famously photographed islet
• Option to take a boat cruise to Spirit Island (additional cost) or enjoy a nice walk along the lakeside trail
• Free time in the afternoon to explore Jasper or take part in other optional activities including but not limited to: Jasper Food Tours, Jasper Motorcycle Tours, and Jasper Sky Tram

• Breakfast (included)
• Travel to the Columbia Icefields and go on the world-renowned Glacier Adventure (included)
• Continue traveling along the Icefields Parkway with stops at Bow Lake and Peyto Lake (seasonal)
• Arrive in the town of Banff and check in to your hotel 

• Breakfast (included)
• Take the Banff Mountain Gondola and enjoy  the amazing views of the Rockies (included)
• Enjoy a tour of Banff townsite including Bow Falls, HooDoos, Banff Springs Hotel 
• Free time for shopping and sightseeing on Banff Avenue or participating in an exciting outdoor activity such as e-biking, horseback riding, canoeing (bow river float), hiking, hot springs, helicopter tour, and more
• Evening at leisure in Banff 

• Breakfast in the hotel then check out
• Explore beautiful Lake Louise & Moraine Lake
• Travel through Roger’s Pass
• Check into your centrally located hotel in downtown Kelowna
• Explore the town of Kelowna with many dining options to choose from

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• Breakfast in the hotel
• Explore the Okanagan Valley with a stop at a farmer’s market and winery
• Return to Vancouver at approximately 7:30pm
• Check into your hotel and evening at leisure

• Depart downtown Vancouver at 9:15am 
• Take a scenic ferry through the Gulf Islands
• Arrive in Vancouver Island and visit the famous Butchart Gardens 
• Visit Sea Cider for a tour and enjoy a Cider Tasting
• Check-in at your centrally located hotel in downtown Victoria
• Evening at leisure to explore the city

• Enjoy a Victoria City tour this morning visiting Beacon Hill Park, Chinatown, Fan Tan Alley, Fisherman’s Wharf, and Government Street 
• The remainder of the day is at your leisure. You can stroll along Government Street or visit the well known Royal BC Museum. You also have the option to enjoy Afternoon Tea at the Fairmont Empress Hotel

• Early departure from your hotel and drive along the Malahat Highway where you can enjoy beautiful views over the Southern Gulf Islands
• Stop at the Malahat SkyWalk - the newest outdoor experience on Vancouver Island. Embark on a 600 metre-long elevated walkway through an expansive Arbutus and Douglas Fir forest, leading to a 10-story, architecturally-inspiring spiral tower lookout – the first of its kind in BC. Rising 250 metres above sea level, you will enjoy 360-degree views of islands, inlets, fjords, forests, and mountains in two countries
• Stop in Duncan for a brief tour around the City of Totems and free time for lunch
• Arrive in Tofino in the evening and check into your hotel. Your guide will tell you about all the great onsite amenities and best places for dinner tonight

• Today explore Tofino and its magnificent beaches including Long Beach and option to join your guide for a hike
• Enjoy a visit to the Ucluelet Aquarium, which is a fantastic locally run aquarium displaying the amazing variety of local marine life and offering great education on the local environment. 
• After visiting the Aquarium join your guide for a trail walk of the Wild Pacific Trail Lighthouse area, around Ucluelet, to see the rugged coastline and sweeping ocean views.
• Evening at leisure

• Today you have a full day to join an activity such as taking a boat cruise to Hot Springs Cove, kayaking, surfing, hiking through one of the many rainforest trails, or simply relaxing on the beach
• The remainder of the evening is at your leisure to explore the town of Tofino

• Check out of your hotel this morning and depart Tofino, traveling back towards the east coast of Vancouver Island
• Arrive in Coombs Market, famously known for the goat on the rooftop and today’s stop for lunch. Here you can find fresh produce, great sandwiches, and the best ice cream on the Island
• Continue your drive along the Coastal Highway 19A that has you travel through coastal communities and along beautiful landscape, stopping in Comox for dinner this evening
• Arrive in Campbell River and your hotel for the night 
• Evening at leisure to explore the resort, watch the sunset and enjoy the peaceful surroundings

• Morning at leisure with the option to participate in many different activities including kayaking, fishing, and whale watching
• Option to go on a full day Grizzly Bear Expedition into the Bute or Toba Valley (available from Aug 18-Oct 15.)
• Visit Elk Falls Provincial Park and explore the extensive network of walking and hiking trails including Elk Falls Suspension Bridge and enjoy a walk on the elevated cantilevered viewing platform that offers an amazing view of Elk Falls
• Arrive back at your hotel and free time for dinner

• Depart Campbell River in the morning
• Stop at Morningstar Farm in Parksville. Morningstar Farm is a local food hub featuring self-guided tours, a farmgate store, seasonal "calfé", a petting farm, and trails
• Stop in Nanaimo for a stroll along the Harbourfront. Don’t miss trying one of the famous Nanaimo Bars - a treat for everyone loving sweets
• Take the 3:55 pm ferry from Nanaimo to Horseshoe Bay
• Return to downtown Vancouver at approximately 6:30pm

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Please note: This  itinerary is subject to change due to unforeseen (weather) conditions. Departure times may vary by date, please see your confirmation email for exact departure times.