About this trip
This is a coach-based journey through western Canada's Rocky Mountains, taking in the craggy peaks, forests and lakes the region is known for, from city streets to alpine trails.
You start in Vancouver before heading into the mountains, with stops in Whistler, Sun Peaks, Jasper and Banff, plus time at Lake Louise. Days mix hiking, biking and sightseeing at an easy pace.
Canada is a big country and this trip covers a lot of it, so expect some long stretches on the road between destinations.
What you'll do
- Explore Vancouver on foot, taking in the city views
- Hike or bike the trails around Whistler and Sun Peaks
- Spend time in Jasper and Banff national parks
- See Lake Louise's alpine scenery
- Travel by coach through the Rockies' mountain landscapes
- Long driving days are part of the trip — Sun Peaks to Jasper alone takes around six hours
- Weather in the mountains is unpredictable, so pack layers and warm clothing for cool nights year-round
- Travelling in July or August means mosquito and black fly season, so bring insect repellent
Cheapest live departure per day, in £, recorded by our tracker since 18 Jul. Never a brochure “was” price.
Your free day in Vancouver
Landing early, staying on, or filling free time? The best-rated day experiences in Vancouver — you book on Viator (we may earn a commission).
Worth it if you want a properly paced Rockies overview with a genuinely passionate guide. Think twice if you need accommodation close to town centres.
- Guides (Richard, Will, Jay) consistently made the trip—knowledgeable, sociable, skilled at timing to dodge tourist crowds.
- Jasper and Banff accommodation situated far from town; poor pre-trip communication; isolating for short stays.
- Excellent wildlife sightings and packed activity variety across spectacular destinations without feeling rushed.
- Small group size and local guide expertise meant personal attention; Intrepid's sustainable tourism approach evident throughout.
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Getting there
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Where to stay
A night before your tour in Vancouver · 15 May – 16 May
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