Vancouver and Banff

A 6-Day Canadian Adventure

This itinerary offers a blend of urban exploration in Vancouver and breathtaking natural experiences in Banff, showcasing the diverse beauty of Western Canada.

Day 1: Vancouver Arrival & Welcome

  • Arrival at Vancouver International Airport.

  • Highway coach transfer to Vancouver hotel (approx. 20 mins).

  • Welcome Cocktail at hotel (terrace/rooftop).

  • Meet & Greet with a costumed Canadian Mountie (RCMP).

  • Welcome Dinner at Seasons in the Park Restaurant.

  • Overnight in Vancouver.

Day 2: Vancouver to Victoria & Yacht Experience

  • Breakfast at the hotel.

  • Floatplane transfer to Victoria.

  • Walking tour of Victoria.

  • Whale watching excursion.

  • Lunch at Fairmont Empress.

  • Free time for shopping in Victoria.

  • Floatplane return to Vancouver.

  • Vintage car transfer to a private yacht for an evening event with 5-star gourmet cuisine.

  • Overnight in Vancouver.

Day 3: Vancouver or Whistler Options

  • Breakfast at the hotel.

  • Option 1: Vancouver Area Attractions:

    • Morning Sea Quest & Lunch at Boathouse Waterfront Restaurant.

    • Afternoon: Coach transfer to Grouse Mountain (lumberjack show).

    • Lunch at Híwus Feasthouse (First Nations dancers presentation).

    • Transfer to Capilano Suspension Bridge.

    • Dinner at Coast Restaurant.

  • Option 2: Vancouver to Whistler:

    • Transfer options: Helicopter, deluxe coach, or self-drive rental cars.

    • Whistler orientation briefing.

    • Activities: Ziptrek Ecotours and/or Peak 2 Peak Gondola.

    • Dinner in West Vancouver: The Salmon House on The Hill.

  • Overnight in Vancouver.

Day 4: Vancouver to Banff & Western Welcome

  • Breakfast at the hotel.

  • Coach transfer to Vancouver Airport.

  • Flight to Calgary.

  • Welcome by White Hat Volunteers at Calgary Airport with White Hat Ceremony.

  • Coach transfer to Banff.

  • West BBQ Lunch at Boundary Ranch in Kananaskis (cowboy escort).

  • Optional: Kananaskis helicopter tour.

  • Private hotel check-in in Banff with welcome cocktail and bagpipe player.

  • Dinner at Wild Bills (old west saloon) or Brewster “Donut” tents (country & western).

  • Overnight in Banff.

Day 5: Lake Louise, Columbia Icefield & Banff Activities

  • Breakfast at the hotel.

  • Visit Lake Louise.

  • Columbia Icefield Snocoach excursion (Canadian Whiskey on the Ice).

  • Activity options in Banff:

    • Sulphur Mountain Gondola.

    • Banff Upper Hot Springs.

    • Voyageur Canoe Tour.

    • Lake Minnewanka Boat Cruise.

  • Dinner at Maple Leaf Grill & Lounge or Western Evening Steakfry Cookout (horseback/wagon ride, country band).

  • Overnight in Banff.

Day 6: Banff Departure

  • Breakfast at the hotel.

  • Coach transfer to Calgary Airport for departure flight.

  • End of tour.