Western Canada Iconic Sites Solo Traveller

Day 1 - UK to Vancouver

Arrive at Vancouver airport and transfer to your downtown hotel. 

Day 2 - Explore Vancouver

Today we have included the Vancouver City Highlights tour. Situated on the edge of the Pacific Ocean and framed by British Columbia’s imposing mountains, it’s easy to fall in love with this astonishing city. Drive by the most renowned sights, historic neighbourhoods, scenic beaches, and a picturesque harbour and learn how Vancouver became the city it is today. Stops in Stanley Park feature Indigenous Peoples’ Totem Poles, and spectacular views of the mountains and the Lions Gate Bridge. Also includes the opportunity to wander through the charming farmer’s market at Granville Island.

Day 3 - Explore Vancouver

A free day to explore Vancouver, why not visit Capilano Suspension Bridge. Ask our Canad Experts about our Vancouver Experiences. 

Day 4 - Vancouver to Whistler

Transfer from your Vancouver hotel to Canada Place to join the group tour for your departure at 9am. You will begin by making your way along the Sea to Sky Highway. This is a short 2-hour drive with many fantastic sightseeing options, including Shannon Falls, Brandywine Falls and the town of Squamish before arriving in Whistler. There is a multitude of activities you can partake in and around Whistler.

Day 5 - Whistler to Clearwater

After brealfast this morning check out of your Whistler hotel for your journey to Clearwater. Enroute you will stop at Squamish Lil’Wat Cultural Centre for a guided tour (includes drum song welcome and stories from a cultural ambassador) to learn more about the Indigenious culture. taking the scenic route driving through Pemberton and Lillooet. You will make a scenic stop near Lillooet for a picnic style lunch. 

Checking into your Clearwater hotel in the evening, with the option to do a canoe tour or evening at lesuire. 

Meals Included: Breakfast & Picnic Style Lunch

Day 6 - Clearwater to Jasper

After breakfast check out of your Clearwater hotel for your journey to Jasper. On route enjoy time to explore Wells Grey Provincial Park and take in the views at Helmcken Falls and Spahats Falls. As you begin to drive into Jasper you will get a glimpse of Mount Robson the highest peak in the Canadian Rockies. 

In the evening arrive into Jasper with the option to visit the Jasper Planetarium or at lesuire. 

Meals Included: Breakfast

Day 7 - Explore Jasper

Enjoy a tour of Jasper, visiting Maligne Canyon enjoy walking along the scenic bridges and trails 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).   

Free time in the afternoon to explore Jasper. 

Meals Included: Breakfast

Day 8 - Jasper to Banff via Icefields Parkway

Your drive from Jasper to Banff will take you along the Icefields Parkway with a stop at Athabasca Glacier to enjoy the Glacier Skywalk and Ice Explorer. Arriving into Banff in the evening. 

Meals Included: Breakfast

Day 9 - Banff

Start your day with a journey on the Banff Gondola. Afterwards enjoy a guided tour of Banff with stops at Bow Falls, HooDoos, The Fairmont Banff Spings and more. Spending the rest of your day at lesuire. 

Meals Included: Breakfast

Day 10 - Lake Louise & Kelowna

Today is lake day! Explore the beautiful Lake Louise and Moraine Lake the two most photographed lakes in Canada. Staying over night in downtown Kelowna.

Meals Included: Breakfast

Day 11 - Kelowna to Vancouver

Today is the last leg of the trip as you head back to Vancouver. Visit one of the famous wineries before departing Kelowna. Returning to Vancouver at approximately 7:30pm, transfering to your Vancouver hotel.

(End of escorted tour)

Day 12 - Vancouver to UK

Transfer from your downtown hotel to Vancouver Airport for your onward flight home. 

Alternately speak to our Canada Experts about adding on an Alaska Cruise or extended your stay in Vancouver Island.