Western Trails Tour

Depart Vancouver’s bustling cityscape at 8:30am for an epic mountain journey. Travel through the scenic Fraser Valley, passing through historic Hope and the bustling hub of Kamloops as you wind deeper into British Columbia’s stunning interior. Enjoy refreshment breaks and lunch while traversing diverse landscapes from coastal mountains to high desert. The day’s highlight awaits at Mt. Robson Visitor Center, where you’ll witness the awe-inspiring peak of the Canadian Rockies’ highest mountain. Arrive in charming Jasper by evening, adjusting your watch forward one hour to Mountain Time.

Begin with breakfast at your Jasper hotel before exploring the area’s natural wonders. Walk through the dramatic limestone gorges of Maligne Canyon and witness the thundering power of Athabasca Falls. Journey along the world-famous Icefields Parkway to the Columbia Icefield, where you can optionally experience the Ice Explorer on ancient glaciers or visit the free Glacier Gallery. Continue south past pristine alpine lakes including Peyto Lake, surrounded by towering peaks and glacier-fed turquoise waters. Arrive in the iconic mountain town of Banff for your evening accommodation.

Start with breakfast before exploring Banff’s iconic attractions. Optionally soar above the mountains on the Banff Gondola at Sulphur Mountain for panoramic views, then visit the historic Banff Springs Hotel and scenic Bow Falls. Journey through Johnston Canyon’s walkways and waterfalls before reaching the crown jewel – Lake Louise, with its famous turquoise waters and Victorian chateau backdrop. From June to September, continue to spectacular Moraine Lake, often called the most photographed lake in Canada. Return to Banff town for your final mountain evening.

Enjoy a final mountain breakfast at your Banff hotel before departing at your preferred time – with flexible departure options to suit your schedule. Say farewell to the towering peaks of the Canadian Rockies as you journey eastward through the foothills toward the prairies. Experience the dramatic landscape transition from alpine wilderness to rolling grasslands as you travel with Brewster’s comfortable transportation. Arrive in Calgary by early afternoon, where your Western Trails adventure concludes.