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Canada & the Rockies | 2025

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$2,801

$3,295

11 days

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Overview

If lush landscapes are enough to bring a tear to your eye, then British Columbia & Alberta will see you weeping. We'll start in the charming village of Whistler, weaving on to the likes of the Lillooet Mountain Range, Jasper, & Banff, before finally landing amongst the cool vibes of Vancouver. Sign yourself up to countless adventure opportunities along the way.

Locations Visited

Vancouver, Whistler, Sun Peaks, Mount Robson, Jasper, Banff, Vernon

Countries Visited

Canada

Travel Style

Accommodations

10 nights included

Age Requirements

Social travel experiences for 18-35 year olds

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Itinerary

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Day 1

Vancouver to Whistler

Welcome to the Pacific Coast and the start of your trip! Not many cities can claim fusing big-city living with the great outdoors, but with its skyscrapers, beaches, forests and mountains, Vancouver has somehow nailed that perfect mix. We'll cruise along the glorious clifftop Sea to Sky Highway in search of Whistler.

How’s that fresh mountain air? The rugged, handsome landscapes of Whistler are gorgeous all year long, from the ancient mountain peaks to the alpine hiking trails. And today, you have the option to explore it all on an optional RZR experience. Dinner’s on us tonight – make sure you rest up, because adventure is on the cards all day tomorrow.

  • Accommodation

    Pangea Pod Hotel (Multi-Share)


  • Meals

    Dinner

Come winter, Whistler may be a haven for snow angels, but when the weather is warm, it’s activity central. Test your Popeye strength by canoeing along the River of Golden Dreams, zipline over churning rivers or take a hike through scenery that puts most postcards to shame (all optional but highly recommended). If you’re feeling lazy, take a gondola or a chairlift to the mountain tops, but don’t forget to explore the village itself – you’ll melt at its cuteness.

  • Accommodation

    Pangea Pod Hotel (Multi-Share)


  • Meals

    Breakfast

We're headed out of Whistler to the second largest ski area in Canada, Sun Peaks. Along the way we'll enjoy a scenic drive through the Lillooet Mountain Range, admiring the various reservoirs and lakes that sparkle in the sun. And before that, you have the option to take a gondola ride between two peaks to soak up those glorious panoramas!

Welcome to Sun Peaks! This elegant little village will be our home for the night. Looking to do something fun tonight? The optional axe throwing experience might just interest you.

  • Accommodation

    Sun Peaks Lodge (or similar)


  • Meals

    Dinner

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Scenic drive: Lillooet Mountains

Snow-topped mountains, aquamarine lakes and the occasional grizzly bear are all familiar sights on this epic road trip.

Well rested, we'll take in some incredible scenes on our drive this morning, and you might even see the highest point in the Rockies if weather permits.

Eating outdoors is essential in these parts, so feel free to grab some lunch and dine against a beautiful backdrop. And then the outdoors is yours to explore. Want to take the adrenaline levels up a notch? Get involved with our optional white-water rafting experience on the Fraser River. There's nothing like a rafting adventure to confirm that there is no 'I' in team.

Jasper will be your home for the next two nights – convenient really, considering it’s the perfect base to explore the largest national park in the Canadian Rockies. 

  • Accommodation

    Athabasca Hotel (or similar)


  • Meals

    Breakfast

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Switch off at Jasper National Park

Snow-capped peaks and turquoise lakes guaranteed. And you might even spot a grizzly bear or coyote.

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Marvel at Mount Robson

It’s a photogenic, snow-capped beauty. And the highest peak in the Canadian Rockies. 

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Scenic Drive on Yellowhead

Everything you’d expect from a picturesque drive through Canada. Cruise past rolling hills, lush forests, looming snow-dusted mountains and the occasional elk.

Rise 'n' shine - it's time to get out there with an easy hike though Maligne Canyon. Towering limestone walls will watch over us as we take in the scene, making our way across bridges to the thrilling soundtrack of rushing water. Nature goals achieved, we'll jump on the coach and head to Maligne Lake, famous for the azure colour of its water, and today we’ll show you why. Drink in the beauty of the surrounding snow-capped mountains from the shore, or take an optional cruise out to iconic Spirit Island, the most photographed image in the Rockies - we'll bet you know the one. And tonight, you can choose to participate in a truly special experience – we’ll be joined by the Warrior Women for a fireside chat and an optional plant walk.

  • Accommodation

    Athabasca Hotel (or similar)


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Visit Maligne Lake

Marvel at the azure waters and enjoy Insta-perfect views of the Rocky Mountains. This is why we travel. 

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Fireside Chat with Warrior Women MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience

Insightful chats, informal setting... time to gather round the campfire for a truly unique MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® experience.

On our way to Banff today, you’ll be glued to the windows as we pass the waterfalls, lakes, meadows, glaciers and towering mountains that make up the Columbia Icefield Parkway. Take a walk to the Athabasca Falls, wheel across the Athabasca Glacier on the Ice Explorer, and cure that cotton-mouth with a drink of pure H2O – just be careful not to stick your tongue to the ice... Peyto Lake and Lake Louise (you're sure to have seen these on Instagram) are the perfect place to snap your next profile pic, and make sure those eyes stay peeled for wildlife. We’ll roll into Banff – the unofficial capital of the Canadian Rockies. You’re in cowboy country now, and who are we to buck tradition? Saddle up for a round of drinks before dinner and check into your chalet.

  • Accommodation

    Tunnel Mountain Resort (multi-share)


  • Meals

    Dinner

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Walk over Athabasca Glacier

Wrap up warm and see this hunk of ice in all its sparkling glory. Don’t forget to fill a bottle with glacial water.

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See Peaceful Lake Louise

All year round you’re guaranteed epic views and soul-cleansing mountain air.

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Chill at Peyto Lake

Can anything make you feel more alive than turquoise lakes and snow-topped mountains? We think not. 

Today kicks off with Canada’s ultimate mountain experience. We'll kick off with by exploring Banff. And if you like, you can choose to stand on the suspension bridges of Mt Norquay Via Ferrata for an epic view. You’ll feel alive, emotional and a little dizzy all at once. There’s loads more optional experiences on the menu today in Banff: take a heli-tour of the high country or choose to explore on horseback.

  • Accommodation

    Tunnel Mountain Resort (multi-share)


  • Meals

    Breakfast

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Visit Banff National Park

Cameras at the ready, folks! On our first day, we’ll visit Canada’s first ever National Park – known for its colourful lakes and beautiful mountains. 

Marvel at the change of scenery today as we cut through three national parks on our way to Vernon. First up is Yoho National Park with its valley of waterfalls and meadows, and home to the amazing engineering feat - the Spiral Train Tunnel. Plus, an optional Banff Gondola experience. Next up is Glacier National Park, which boasts over 400 (wait for it) glaciers (surprise) and Rogers Pass. Lastly we’ll drive through scenic Mt. Revelstoke National Park.

After cramming three national parks into one day, you deserve a hearty meal in Vernon. There's plenty of traditional pubs in town, and they'll be able to help you out on the beverage front as well.

  • Accommodation

    Days Inn Vernon (or similar)


  • Meals

    Breakfast

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Travel through the Spiral Train Tunnels

Tunnels that slice through the heart of the Rockies. You don’t need to be a trainspotter to admire this epic piece of engineering. 

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See Mount Revelstoke & Yoho Glacier

The official place of all your outdoor adventure dreams. Stop off for lunch surrounded by lakes and waterfalls.

We’re sure you’ll agree that meandering through Canada's wine country – the famed Okanagan Valley - is a great way to kill time on the drive back to Vancouver. It's time to see everything of this magical metropolis that you missed the first time around, we'll treat you to a whirlwind tour of the historic sites. Vancouver’s downtown is world class, and its locals take immense pride in its multiculturalism. Stop for pics at the city's nine Totem Poles - these colourful carved sculptures stand tall in Stanley Park and are a must-see sight that were gifted to Vancouver City. Get out there and get local, do some boutique shopping or even rent a bike and explore the city on wheels.

  • Accommodation

    YWCA Hotel Vancouver


  • Meals

    Breakfast

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See Totem Poles in Stanley Park

Fill up your Insta feed with pics of this first nation’s art installation. We love it! 

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Get to know Vancouver

Probably one of the most naturally beautiful cities in the world. Vancouver’s got beaches, mountains and rainforest right on its doorstep.

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Chill at Lake Okanagan

This spot is so beautiful it’ll make you want to switch off your phone and just ‘be’ (after taking some pics of course). 

A hidden grassroots art scene, eating adventures in abundance, and a pretty seaport setting - your free day in Vancouver will not be short of magic. If the galleries and cute cafes get old, roam one of the city's many parks or gardens or find a spot to take in the surrounding mountain vistas. You've got 3 epic optional experiences to choose from (or just do 'em all!). Think: tree top adventures on a suspension bridge, a heli ride over the sky scrapers and even a cruise with dinner. Phew!

  • Accommodation

    YWCA Hotel Vancouver


All good things must come to an end, and so does our alpine adventure this morning. We wish you all a fond salute and bon voyage. We hope we'll be seeing you again soon.

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FAQs

  • A modular trip means fellow travellers will join and leave at various locations. There’ll be some goodbyes, sure, but there’ll also be plenty of hellos with new like-minded travellers.

  • Canada’s huge. That means you’ll have some long coach journeys along the way. But it also means that you’ll have plenty of time to sit back, relax, soak in the stunning scenery and spend time with your Contiki crew.

  • Your Trip Manager will have all the juicy tips on how to budget for your trip. But it’s good to keep in mind that the Canadian Rockies (especially Banff) can be expensive if you’re planning on eating out frequently.

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