Iconic Rockies

Your journey begins today upon your arrival in the exciting city of Vancouver. You'll be met at the airport and transferred to your hotel in the heart of this cosmopolitan metropolis. After settling in, you'll meet your Tour Director and fellow guests during a Welcome Reception this evening. Stay Two Nights: Vancouver, Marriott Pinnacle Downtown Hotel

Later today, fall in love with the beautiful city of Vancouver and get to know some of its most vibrant areas and best-loved attractions on a fascinating sightseeing tour. (B)

Insider Experience: Visit Grouse Mountain Bear Refuge for breakfast and bear viewing.

Board the world-famous Rocky Mountaineer and relax in your SilverLeaf carriage as you soak up the stunning scenery. Later, arrive in the city of Kamloops where you'll stay overnight. Stay: Kamloops, hotel assigned by Rocky Mountaineer. (B/L)

Reboard the Rocky Mountaineer as you continue your spectacular rail adventure today. Follow the North Thompson River past rolling landscapes before ascending through the majestic scenery of the Monashee Mountains. Journey onward past Pyramid Falls and the expansive glaciers of the Alberta Icefields.

Then head past Mt Robson, which is the highest peak in the Canadian Rockies, before traversing the Yellowhead Pass and entering Jasper National Park, one of Canada's oldest and largest national parks. Tonight, enjoy free time to explore and perhaps sample the local fare in one of Jasper's restaurants. Stay Two Nights: Chateau Jasper (B/L)

After breakfast today, you have the full day to relax or explore Jasper. Perhaps opt for one of the select experiences available. You might like to take in the sights on a unique and exhilarating Harley Davidson side-car tour, embark on a thrilling rafting adventure along the Athabasca River or enjoy a memorable evening wildlife experience (own expense). (B/D)

Insider Experience: Later this evening, sit down to a Canadian feast at the Maligne Canyon Wilderness Kitchen.

Still in Jasper National Park, explore Maligne Canyon this morning and enjoy time walking through its deep rocky ravines. Then travel along the Icefields Parkway, which is considered to be the world's most scenic highway, before stopping at the Columbia Icefield for a thrilling Ice Explorer ride onto Athabasca Glacier. Afterwards, continue on to Lake Louise, the ‘Jewel of the Rockies' and one of the world's most stunning locations. Stay: The Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise (B/D)

Insider Experience: Stay at the iconic Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise.

This morning, travel to the glacier-fed Moraine Lake (weather permitting), where the lake's surrounds and turquoise waters offer picture-perfect vistas. This afternoon, make your way to Banff National Park to explore Banff town on a sightseeing tour, and ride the Banff Gondola along Sulphur Mountain for expansive views of the surrounding region. Stay Two Nights: Banff Park Lodge (B)

After breakfast, enjoy today at leisure to explore more of this beautiful alpine resort at your own pace. If you're after adventure, then why not choose from a range of select experiences available to you today. Consider joining a heli-flightseeing tour for aerial views of this breathtaking region. Perhaps watch for local wildlife on an exhilarating Bow River float trip or why not set off on a Banff Experience tour (own expense). (B)

Descend from the Rockies via the beautiful Yoho National Park, then continue to Little Shuswap Lake. Gain an insight into the history of Canada's indigenous culture on an interpretive walk and enjoy a First Nations-inspired dinner. Stay: Quaaout Lodge and Spa (B/D)

Insider Experience: Enjoy a first-nations inspired dinner at Quaaout Lodge and Spa.

Travel through the vast landscapes of the Cariboo region today, before arriving in Whistler. This famous alpine resort town offers an array of cultural and outdoor discoveries. Stay Two Nights: Delta Whistler Village Suites (B/D)

Insider Experience: Enjoy a feast at Squamish Lil'wat Cultural Centre.

Today is yours at leisure to explore this outdoor enthusiasts' paradise however you wish. Nestled in the picturesque setting of the Coast Mountains, Whistler is the perfect base from which to discover this wilderness region. Perhaps choose one of the select experiences available today. You might like to take an enthralling floatplane flight, tour Blackcomb Mountain on a Jeep Safari, or head up to the snow-line of Whistler Mountain by 4x4 or snowcat. Other options include a gondola ride, an informative Tree Trek, a zip trek or an exhilarating helicopter flight (own expense). (B)

On your journey south to Victoria this morning, travel along the Sea to Sky Highway for breathtaking views. Along the way, stop at Shannon Falls, which towers above the Howe Sound, North America's southernmost fjord, before taking a ferry ride across the Georgia Strait. Alternatively, you may prefer to experience the region's natural beauty from the skies on a floatplane flight from Whistler to Victoria (own expense). Stay Two Nights: Victoria, Marriott Inner Harbour (B)

Enjoy time at leisure today or if you'd prefer to explore further afield, consider choosing from one of the select experiences available to you. Perhaps embark on an exhilarating whale-watching cruise or enjoy a leisurely horse-drawn carriage tour to discover some of Victoria's many attractions (own expense). (B/D)

Insider Experience: Visit the Butchart Gardens for a special Farewell Dinner.

Transfer to the airport for your onward flight. (B)