Canadian Rockies Summer Adventure

Vancouver - Kamloops - Valemount. Once you have arrived in Vancouver, make your way to Canada Place Way in downtown Vancouver 15 minutes before the designated time. (These details will be provided with your travel documents.)

From here, we will begin our journey toward Valemount. Along the way, we'll make a quick stop in the quaint town of Hope. We’ll then continue our drive along the Coquihalla Highway through the scenic Coquihalla Corridor. Our next stop will be in Kamloops or the surrounding area, where you'll have the chance to grab some lunch.

Before arriving in Valemount, we’ll stop at Wells Gray Provincial Park to visit Spahats Falls—a dramatic 75-meter waterfall cascading from a narrow volcanic canyon. It’s a scenic spot to stretch your legs and take in the natural beauty of the area. Once we arrive at our accommodation in Valemount, the rest of the evening will be at your leisure. You can enjoy dinner at a local restaurant, explore the nightlife, or relax and make use of the amenities at your accommodation.

Please note: this is a sample itinerary and may change due to unforeseen circumstances, such as weather or road closures.

Please note: This is a backpacker-style tour, staying in multi person dorm accommodation. It is recommended for travellers aged 18 - 40.

Meeting Point: For this tour, our meeting point is from downtown Vancouver from Canada Place. Please arrive 15 minutes before the designated time.

Valemount - Jasper - Golden. This morning, we will depart from Valemount and stop at Café Mt. Robson for breakfast. Here, you’ll be able to enjoy views of the highest peak in the Canadian Rockies, Mount Robson, while you eat (Weather permitting).

After breakfast, we’ll continue our scenic drive through the heart of the Canadian Rockies, crossing from British Columbia into Alberta. Our next stop will be the charming town of Jasper, where you’ll have free time to explore at your own pace—whether that’s browsing local shops, grabbing a coffee, or simply relaxing and taking in the mountain atmosphere.

From Jasper, we'll journey along the breathtaking Icefields Parkway—renowned as one of the top five scenic drives in the world. Along the way, we’ll stop at the Columbia Icefield Discovery Centre, where you’ll have time to grab lunch and, if you choose, take part in the optional Ice Explorer Glacier Adventure (at an additional fee).

Depending on our timing, we’ll stop at either Peyto Lake, known for its vivid turquoise color and wolf-head shape, or Bow Lake, set against a backdrop of glaciers and mountain peaks—both offering stunning photo opportunities.

We will then arrive at our accommodation in Golden, where you’ll have free time to enjoy dinner. Alternatively, you can head out to the Rockwater Grill and Bar or Whitetooth Brewing Co. for a drink.

Golden - Yoho National Park - Baniff - Golden. After breakfast, we will head to Yoho National Park, where we’ll stop at Emerald Lake, known for its striking emerald-green waters surrounded by towering mountains. From there, we’ll continue our journey to Lake Louise, where you will have a chance to walk around the lake and enjoy a picnic (not included). Depending on the season, we may have a stop at Moraine Lake before continuing to Banff.

Once we arrive in Banff, we’ll take a walking tour of Banff Avenue, known for its shops and mountain views, visit the scenic Bow Falls, and see the historic Banff Springs Hotel, often called the “Castle in the Rockies.” Afterward, you’ll have free time to explore the town and enjoy a meal, or you can join an optional excursion to Sulphur Mountain on the Banff Gondola for stunning views from the summit.

We will then return to Golden, where you will have free time. You can enjoy the amenities at the accommodation, enjoy playing some outdoor games with your fellow travellers or relax.

Golden - Kamloops - Vancouver. After our final breakfast, we will make our way to the Golden Skybridge, the highest suspension bridge in Canada. Spanning 130 metres above a dramatic canyon, the bridge offers breathtaking views of waterfalls, rugged cliffs, and the surrounding Columbia Valley.

We will then start our journey back to Vancouver, stopping at Craigellachie, the historic site where the Last Spike of the Canadian Pacific Railway was driven in 1885, marking the completion of Canada’s first transcontinental railway. Along the way, we’ll pass through scenic mountain landscapes and charming small towns, offering a final glimpse of the natural beauty of British Columbia.

Afterward, we will stop in Kamloops, where you'll have time to enjoy lunch before continuing to the town of Hope. We are expected to arrive in Vancouver at approximately 8 PM, where our tour will conclude. Safe Travels!