Rocky Mountains and Coastal Wilderness

Enjoy lush alpine views and visit recreational destinations with a sightseeing tour of Banff. Experience the glacial serenity of Lake Minnewanka as you walk along its mirror-like waters, perhaps spotting wildlife including bighorn sheep on the banks. Feel the thunder at Bow Falls as this wide, short waterfall rushes down a river valley eroded by past glaciers. Allow yourself a ‘Wow!’ moment as the fairy tale castle outline of the Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel suddenly springs into view at the corner on Tunnel Mountain Road, rightly nicknamed the Surprise Corner lookout. Visit the Cave & Basin national historic site and learn about interesting episodes of the regions past, such as how three railway workers discovered liquid gold in the form of thermal pools. This is a personalized tour and we encourage you to share specific wishes, must do's or don'ts with your travel consultant or your trip coordinator so that we can make sure it adequately reflects your personal interests. Accompanying you will be a local driver-guide, happy to flexibly adapt the program during the tour as desired by you. (Duration: 5 hrs; Private Activity & Transfers; Time: Flexible; Meals are not included; Please note that your guide will be able to recommend restaurants at stops during your tour; Please note that Banff Gondola or a boat cruise are available at additional costs. National Park fees & Chauffeur-guide are included)

With six stunning mountain ranges and the sweep of the Bow Valley laid out before you, views from the Sulphur Mountain summit are nothing short of breathtaking. Enjoy the iconic Gondola ride, a mesmerizing stroll along the Boardwalk, gain interesting insights about Banff National Park at the Interpretive Center and experience a bird perspective at the multi-sensory Above Banff Theatre. (Starting Point: Banff Gondola Base, from where the Gondola ride up to the summit takes about 8 min. The Gondola Base is located near Banff Upper Hot Springs and the Rimrock Resort. Transfers are not included, unless we have selected this activity for you along with a private sightseeing tour by car. Drive yourself to the Gondola Base in your rental car, alternatively Roam Transit Line 1 busses operate every 30-45 min between downtown Banff and the Gondola base, a 20 min ride. Your ticket includes the return Gondola ride from the summit to the base, several hiking trails also lead back down to Banff. Entry to the Interpretive Center, Above Banff Theatre and Sulphur Mountain Boardwalk to Sanson's Peak included, 2 restaurants provide culinary options at extra cost.)

Explore the picture-postcard glacial beauty of Jasper National Park on this leisurely tour. Pass scenic mountains as you drive along the famous Icefields Parkway to Columbia Icefield Glacier Discovery Center. Relish a hot buffet lunch at the center and then board an Ice Explorer for an interpretive adventure to the Athabasca Glacier. Enjoy the unique experience of walking on a glacier before you continue on to the Glacier Skywalk. Savor unobstructed views of the Canadian Rockies from the curved, glass-floored observation platform that extends 900 feet over Sunwapta Valley. If you’re lucky, you might spot some of the wildlife of the region during the course of this memorable day that will end with a drop off at your hotel in Jasper (Enroute Activity; Duration: Full Day- 10.5 hrs; Shared Activity & Transfers; Departure from Banff: 8 am; Lunch Included; Group size: max 28 people but reduced to max 15 during social distancing; Fitness Level: Easy. Please inform us of any food allergies in advance. Do dress in layers and wear comfortable shoes such as sneakers or hiking boots. Do bring along sunglasses and an empty water bottle to fill with glacial water.)

Set amidst an imposing natural scenery of crystal clear blue lakes, massive glaciers, thundering waterfalls, green forests and mountain valleys and peaks, this historic railway town has always attracted outdoor and nature enthusiasts. This private tour will introduce you to the small and famous wonders of Jasper and the surrounding national park, such as the Maligne Valley and Lake, the glaciers of the Columbia Icefield and the Athabasca Falls. This is a personalized tour and we encourage you to share specific wishes, must do's or dont's with your travel consultant or your trip coordinator so that we can make sure it adequately reflects your personal interests. Accompanying you will be a local driver-guide, happy to flexibly adapt the program during the tour as desired by you. (Private activity & transfers; total duration: about 5 hrs; timings flexible; meals not included but adequate time will be provided and you can ask your guide for recommendations; please note that because this tour can be tailor-made as per your wishes and interests, we have not by default included the Sky Tram, a boat cruise or the Icefield Skywalk and while these can of course be added to your tour, this would incur additional costs. We always do include applicable national park fees and a spacious and modern vehicle with driver-guide will be at your disposal for about 5 hours.)

At the heart of Jasper National Park lies one of the finest wonders of the Canadian Rockies – Maligne Lake. This glacier-fed lake with its aquamarine waters and magnificent backdrop of jagged peaks, is the largest in the park. This 90-minute cruise, in the comfort of a glass-covered centrally heated boat offers sensational views of the alpine scenery. A knowledgeable team of captain and guide will keep you thoroughly entertained with stories and facts of the area’s history, geology, glaciology, flora and fauna. Wildlife enthusiasts will enjoy sighting moose, grizzly bears and caribou that prowl the lakeshore. At Spirit Island in the center of the lake, disembark and take a short walk to a viewing platform where the craggy snow-capped peaks and forests that ring this picturesque lake provide a visual treat for expert and amateur photographers alike. (Duration: 1.5 hours; Transfer time to activity: 1 hr (50km away from Jasper) Shared Activity & No Transfers)

Get a taste of Vancouver’s colorful history and culture in the most delicious way possible – touring the iconic restaurants, chic cafes and atmospheric bars in the historic Gastown district! Set out on foot to explore historic landmarks like the Gastown Steam Clock, The Original Woodward Building and Blood Alley across the vibrant quarter named after ‘Captain Gassy Jack.’ Savor the eclectic culinary culture of the city that values continental pizzas and exotic cuisines with the same fervour as it does local craft beers and Canadian poutine. Your guide shares gastronomic secrets that only locals know, like the bar that rustles up the most innovative cocktails and the delicatessen that offers sinfully decadent pastries. Ask for additional recommendations if you’d like to explore this fascinating neighborhood further. (Duration: 3 hrs; Shared Activity & Guide; Fitness level: Easy; Tour includes 4 restaurants, 8 tastings & 4 alcohol pairings; Transfers not included. Please wear comfortable shoes and please note that any additional purchases will have to be borne by the guest)

Vancouver is a beautiful cosmopolitan city surrounded by stunning scenery and landscapes. Explore the city's many sights starting with the Totem Poles in Stanley Park and learn how Canada's First Nations approach history. Continue to the nearby Prospect Point which offers stunning views of Lions Gate Bridge and the North Shore mountains. Venture over to Canada Place and marvel at Vancouver´s world-famous and Best-Destination-Experience-Award-winning cruise ship terminal. Continue on over to the nearby Jack Poole Plaza to view the majestic Olympic Cauldron built for the 2010 Winter Olympics. From there, take the opportunity to explore the glittery shopping paradise of Robson Street before heading to Vancouver's historic and charming Gastown. Don't forget to explore the second largest ChinaTown in North America while you're in the area. Another must is to take in the stunning views at English Bay in the West End of Vancouver, before you finish off at Granville Island where you'll find an eclectic array of shops and galleries, restaurants, and of course the famous Granville Island Public Market. (Private activity with chauffeur-guide, pick up/ drop off at your hotel, duration: 4 hrs)