Once in the West
DAY 1 - CALGARY
  
 
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Welcome to Calgary, in the foothills of the Canadian Rockies. 
We wish you a great vacation in the land of lakes and rivers!
ACCOMMODATIONS 
Recommended accommodations
•      Alt Hotel Calgary East Village
•      Hilton Garden Inn Calgary Downtown
•      Hotel Le Germain Calgary 
•      The Fairmont Palliser
•      Calgary City View B&B
•      Hotel Arts Kensington
DAY 2 - CALGARY
  
 
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Calgary is the gateway to the Canadian Rockies.
Be sure to take in the city's most interesting tourist attractions: enjoy a spectacular 360° view of the city from the top of the Calgary Tower, do some shopping on 8th Avenue,  visit Glenbow Museum to learn about the Aboriginal peoples and the colonization of the West, and take a stroll through the National Historic District of Stephen Avenue Walk.
In early July, Calgary is taken over by the Calgary Stampede. This cowboy festival is so popular that visitors have to book their tickets up to a year in advance!
ACCOMMODATIONS 
Recommended accommodations
•      Alt Hotel Calgary East Village
DAY 3 - CALGARY / BANFF ( 127 KM / 01H25 )
  
 
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And let your Canadian road trip adventure begin!
Your first destination is Banff, in the heart of the Rocky Mountains.
At an elevation of 1380 meters, this small resort town is known for its superb alpine setting.
Don't miss the gondola ride to the summit of Sulphur Mountain, where you will enjoy the stunning view across the entire region.
ACCOMMODATIONS 
Recommended accommodations
•      Rundlestone Lodge
•      Mount Royal Hotel
DAY 4 - BANFF / JASPER ( 290 KM / 03H34 )
  
 
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This morning you set out for Jasper. Your first stop is the spectacular Lake Louise, whose shimmering turquoise green waters will leave you speechless.
Next, you tackle the Icefields Parkway, one of the most beautiful roads in the world.
For families with children or visitors looking for a less strenuous activity, the Peyto Lake trail offers an easy 15-minute walk to spectacular vistas.
Be sure to stop off at Athabasca Glacier.
Before reaching the charming town of Jasper, the Sunwapta Falls and Canyon propose a typical example of the geological formation known as a ''hanging valley''.
DAY 5 - JASPER
  
 
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You have an entire day to spend in Jasper National Park, a UNESCO world heritage site.
Visit the most beautiful attractions, including the picturesque Maligne Lake and Spirit Island, the most photographed island in the world.
Take a hike along the spectacular trails of Maligne Canyon and Mount Edith Cavell.
For families with children or visitors looking for a less strenuous activity, the Peyto Lake trail offers an easy 15-minute walk to spectacular vistas.
DAY 6 - JASPER / WELLS GRAY PROVINCIAL PARK ( 345 KM / 03H45 )
  
 
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Today's destination is Wells Gray Provincial Park.
Opportunities to see wildlife along the scenic Yellowhead Highway between Jasper and Mount Robson are excellent and are considerably higher during the two hours after sunrise.
Along the way, stop for a break at the foot of Mount Robson, the highest peak in the Canadian Rockies.
Wells Gray Provincial Park is one of British Columbia's most spectacular wilderness parks, famous for its impressive waterfalls.
DAY 7 - WELLS GRAY PROVINCIAL PARK
  
 
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Wells Gray Park, often known as the Waterfall Park for its many spectacular falls and rapids, is one of British Columbia's most spectacular wilderness parks.
In July and August, hiking trails lead to incredible subalpine meadows of wildflowers on the slopes of Trophy Mountain.
And swimming enthusiasts are sure to want to cool off in the limpid waters of Clearwater Lake.
ACCOMMODATIONS 
Recommended accommodations
•      Wells Gray Guest Ranch
•      Helmcken Falls Lodge
•      Blue Grouse Country Inn
DAY 8 - WELLS GRAY PROVINCIAL PARK / WHISTLER ( 451 KM / 05H40 )
  
 
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The road trip continues in the direction of Whistler.
Nestled in a beautiful natural mountain setting, Whistler is a vibrant and lively resort town with a wide assortment of restaurants, boutiques and sidewalk cafes.
If you look up, you will see the "Peak 2 Peak" gondola connecting Whistler and Blackcomb mountains, offering the ultimate alpine experience. With a maximum height of 436 meters over Fitzsimmons Creek, Peak 2 Peak is the highest lift in the world.
ACCOMMODATIONS 
Recommended accommodations
•      Whistler Village Inn & Suites
•      Crystal Lodge 

DAY 9 - WHISTLER / VICTORIA ( 282 KM / 05H13 )
  
 
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Today you take the panoramic ''Sea to Sky'' highway to the Pacific coast. Its stunning views will take your breath away.
You then take a ferry to beautiful Vancouver Island and Victoria, the capital city of British Columbia.
In Victoria, be sure to take a scenic tour through the historic part of the city, with a view of the ocean. If you're lucky, you may even spot a whale.
The Wharf Street Visitor Centre's Art Deco walking tour also offers a stunning architectural perspective of Victoria.
Victoria's most renowned attractions include the Royal British Columbia Museum and the Butchart Gardens.
DAY 10 - VICTORIA / VANCOUVER ( 117 KM / 03H09 )
  
 
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This morning you head for Vancouver.
After an enjoyable ferry ride, you will reach Canada's most beautiful metropolis, ranked as one of the best cities in the world in which to live.
Once in downtown Vancouver, pay a visit to the Harbour Centre Tower lookout. At a height of 167 meters, the panoramic view is a spectacular way to begin your stay in Vancouver.
ACCOMMODATIONS 
Recommended accommodations
•      Best Western Sands
•      Coast Coal Harbour Hotel 
•      Pan Pacific Vancouver Hotel 
DAY 11 - VANCOUVER
  
 
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Vancouver is a relatively small city that is best explored on foot.
Spend the day exploring the city's attractions such as Stanley Park and Gastown, and do some shopping on Robson Street and Broadway Avenue. 
Don't miss a visit to the Vancouver Aquarium, which is home to a large number of marine mammals.
ACCOMMODATIONS 
Recommended accommodations
•      Best Western Sands
•      Coast Coal Harbour Hotel 
•      Pan Pacific Vancouver Hotel 
•      Fairmont Waterfront 
DAY 12 - VANCOUVER / ASHCROFT ( 363 KM / 04H08 )
  
 
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Next, the adventure leads to Ashcroft in the beautiful Cariboo region.
Ashcroft was the departure point for gold prospectors heading North in the 1860s. Be sure to visit historic Hat Creek Ranch for a trip back in time to the Gold Rush days! 
ACCOMMODATIONS 
Recommended accommodations
•      Cabin Historic Hat Creek
•      Sundance Guest Ranch
•      Willow'N Bed & Breakfast
•      Sandman Inn Cache Creek
DAY 13 - ASHCROFT / REVELSTOKE ( 310 KM / 03H26 )
  
 
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Your next destination, Revelstoke, is known as real photographers' paradise.
You can't leave Mount Revelstoke National Park without taking the road that winds up to the summit of Mount Revelstoke. The view is simply breathtaking!
ACCOMMODATIONS 
Recommended accommodations
•      Glacier House Resort
•      Days Inn Revelstoke
•      Hillcrest Hotel
•      Glacier House Lodge
DAY 14 - REVELSTOKE / LAKE LOUISE ( 237 KM / 02H44 )
  
 
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Today's route takes you through Glacier National Park. Be sure to stop at Rogers Pass Discovery Centre, where you can learn about the region's fascinating history.
Take the time to visit Yoho National Park with its many attractions including the Emerald Lake trails and Takakkaw Falls.
And for the "cherry on top", you find yourself in the famous Lake Louise. The nearby hike to the Plain of Six Glaciers is one of the most spectacular hikes in the region.
ACCOMMODATIONS 
Recommended accommodations
•      Mountaineer Lodge
DAY 15 - LAKE LOUISE / CALGARY ( 183 KM / 01H57 )
  
 
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Enjoy the last moments of your western Canadian vacation, before heading to the Calgary airport for your flight home.
It's time to say goodbye to the land of lakes and rivers, your hearts filled with beautiful memories that will last a lifetime!