Western Classic Tour

Begin your Rocky Mountain adventure with flexible departure options from either Calgary (11:30am-12:30pm) or Edmonton (3:00-4:00pm). Travel through Alberta’s diverse landscapes as you journey toward the towering peaks of the Canadian Rockies. Watch the scenery transform from prairie grasslands to foothills and finally to dramatic mountain vistas. Arrive in the charming mountain town of Jasper by 8:00pm, your gateway to wilderness adventures. Check into your cozy mountain accommodation and prepare for tomorrow’s exploration of Canada’s most spectacular national parks.

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 an early breakfast before departing Banff at 8:00am for your journey to the Pacific Coast. Travel through the dramatic landscape transition from towering Rocky Mountain peaks to rolling foothills and coastal ranges. Experience the time zone change as you adjust your watch back one hour entering Pacific Time. Stop for lunch and refreshments as you wind through British Columbia’s diverse terrain. Arrive in vibrant Vancouver by 7:45pm at the Hyatt hotel, where your classic Rocky Mountain adventure concludes with memories of pristine wilderness and mountain majesty.