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An eight-day, small-group journey from Vancouver through Whistler, Wells Gray, Jasper, the Columbia Icefields and Banff to Kelowna—this tour pairs headline sights like Maligne Lake and Lake Louise with off-the-beaten-path hikes, Indigenous experiences, and Okanagan wine tasting. Expect long travel days, high-alpine views, and guided commentary that brings geology and culture to life.
An eight-day, small-group journey from Vancouver through Whistler, Wells Gray, Jasper, the Columbia Icefields and Banff to Kelowna—this tour pairs headline sights like Maligne Lake and Lake Louise with off-the-beaten-path hikes, Indigenous experiences, and Okanagan wine tasting. Expect long travel days, high-alpine views, and guided commentary that brings geology and culture to life.
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The bus eases away from Canada Place as the harbour shrinks into a silver ribbon and the Coast Mountains press in—sharp, glacier-scarred, unapologetically large. Over eight days, this small-group tour threads the Sea-to-Sky Highway, the ancient river cuts of Wells Gray, the high alpine spectacle of Jasper and the Icefields Parkway, and the lake-strewn Okanagan, stopping when the road meets something worth stepping out for: a thunderous waterfall, an ice-worn moraine, an island that holds the Rockies’ own portrait.
moderate.
8 days.
Suitable for travelers in good general health who can manage several short hikes, stairs, and long coach transfers; not strenuous technical activity.
Maximum group size is 23 travelers, which keeps vans small enough for guided commentary and quicker stops.
The tour begins and ends in downtown Vancouver; meet at Canada Place near the FlyOver Canada ticket booth at 8:45 AM on departure day.
Yes—park passes, the Icefields Glacier Adventure, Banff Gondola, and Sun Peaks chairlift admission are included where listed; optional activities and some boat cruises may be extra.
Not for children aged six and under; guests 15 or younger must travel with a parent or guardian. Please check booking requirements for minors.
All sales are final; there are no refunds for cancellations. The operator may cancel for bad weather or insufficient travelers and will notify you accordingly.
Yes—there are scheduled free periods in Jasper, Banff and Kelowna to explore, join optional activities, or rest.
The route follows corridors long used by Indigenous peoples and later by prospectors and the Canadian Pacific Railway; you’ll visit traditional fishing grounds and modern conservation areas.
Parks Canada manages many stops with strict rules—stay on trails, pack out waste, and follow bear-safety guidelines to minimize impact.
Discover Canada Tours operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
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