11 DAYS WESTERN CANADA CITIES AND GLACIERS

You head out today to take advantage of all Calgary has to offer, including the many amazing museums, fantastic shopping, Stampede Park, and Fort Calgary, where you can learn about the city's and Mounties' past. Don't forget to visit Canada Olympic Park, the site of the bobsled and luge competitions at the 1988 Olympic Winter Games.

Calgary overnight

As you move farther north, you will enter Banff National Park and the Canadian Rockies. The lovely village of Banff is located right in the middle of the Rocky Mountains. Due to its distinctive architecture, many people refer to it as the Switzerland of America.

Canmore, spend the night.

Spend the day touring Banff National Park. You may stop for tea at the Fairmont Hot Springs or go on an outing to some of the glacier lakes along the Bow River Parkway, like Moraine and Peyto Lakes. The most well-known of these is Lake Louise, which is renowned for its gorgeous Chateau and glistening turquoise waters.

Canmore, spend the night.

The tranquil lakes and soft meadows of Jasper National Park are in sharp contrast to the park's rugged peaks and magnificent glaciers. For a chance to see bears and deer, go for a trek in the early morning on one of the many paths. It is breathtaking to go north along the Canadian Rockies' eastern flank. You can stop for a picnic, tour the lakes, ride a gondola, or visit the glaciers during the day. Stop for a minute at the magnificent Columbia Icefield. You could even feel inspired to take a memorable "snow coach" journey on the glacier's surface.

Jasper, spend the night.

Later today, you'll depart from Jasper and continue your exploration of the surrounding area by engaging in activities like white-water rafting, horseback riding, canoeing, or visiting Maligne Canyon. After that, go down the picturesque Yellowhead Highway to see panoramic vistas of Mount Terry Fox and Mount Robson, the highest peak in the Canadian Rockies that is frequently shrouded in mist. For a flavor of frontier life, don't miss a trip to the Yellowhead Museum in Clearwater. Clearwater overnight.

You have a trip to Vancouver planned for today; you can take the shorter way or take the scenic Thompson and Fraser River route to see Hells Gate in the Fraser Canyon. Aerial tram rides, salmon fisheries tours, and gold panning are all available here. Enjoy an evening in Vancouver while sampling some of this multicultural city's gastronomic treats.

Vancouver overnight

Today, you have the chance to spend the entire day taking in Vancouver's splendor and diversity. To visit all the highlights, such as Stanley Park, Chinatown, the Gaslamp Historic District, and the Waterfront, you might want to think about taking a hop-on/hop-off guided city tour. Visit the Museum of Anthropology, which houses a fantastic collection of totem poles and Native American artifacts.

Vancouver overnight

You'll be taking a ferry to Vancouver Island today to spend the night there. Your stay will be in Victoria, which has a rather British vibe. In the shadow of the imposing old-world Parliament buildings, ivy-covered hotels and inns highlight the downtown area. You might want to think about going to the renowned Butchart Gardens, which many people believe to be the most magnificent gardens in all of North America.

Victoria, spend the night.

You will depart from the magnificent city of Victoria and go to Swartz Bay where you will board the ferry back to Tsawwassen and then head back to Vancouver. Try dining with a view at one of Vancouver's fantastic restaurants as the cherry on top of your fantastic journey.

Vancouver overnight

Before returning your rental car to the airport for your trip out, make use of your remaining time in Vancouver.