Meet your tour guide at the designated meeting point

* Guests traveling from the United States are kindly asked to speak with a representative before making a reservation.

* Please note that depending on local conditions, the tour order may be adjusted to Vancouver–Rockies–Victoria, Rockies–Victoria–Vancouver, or similar variations.

McArthurGlen Designer Outlet Vancouver May change depending on local circumstances

If you don’t want free time at the McArthurGlen Outlet and you’re traveling light, you may enjoy a self-guided morning—such as visiting Granville Island—then join the tour at around 3:00 PM at the meeting point (e.g., Queen Elizabeth Park) to continue with the group.

If there is no airport pickup on the tour day, the itinerary will begin directly from the designated meeting point without visiting McArthurGlen. Please confirm the exact schedule and location with our staff, as meeting points may change depending on local conditions.

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Vancouver The most livable city in the world

Vancouver, located in southwestern British Columbia, Canada, is the third largest city in Canada after Toronto and Montreal, and the most beautiful city in Canada with its warm climate and beautiful scenery. It is also the second most populous city in the Pacific Northwest after Seattle, Washington.

Queen Elizabeth Park Prominent and beautifully landscaped park situated on Little Mountain, the highest point in Vancouver.

Located in the heart of Vancouver, Queen Elizabeth Park is a beloved spot known for its meticulously maintained gardens and sweeping city views. Stroll along flower- and tree-lined paths past the Rose Garden and the former quarry transformed into the Quarry Garden, with photo opportunities at every turn. From the summit viewpoint, a wide-open panorama spans downtown and the North Shore mountains—perfect for elevating your travel photos. The domed Bloedel Conservatory (admission required) offers close-up encounters with subtropical plants and free-flying birds, making it a hit with families.

Vancouver Chinatown

It is the third largest Chinatown in North America after San Francisco and New York, and the largest in Canada. 'Junghwamun', decorated with colorful red patterns, is the symbol of Chinatown.

Gastown Folk Village in Vancouver

Lively Gastown is known for its whistling Steam Clock and mix of souvenir shops, indie art galleries and decor stores in Victorian buildings. A trendy food and drink scene includes chic cocktail lounges and restaurants serving everything from gourmet sandwiches to local seafood. Hip eateries also dot the neighboring Downtown Eastside area, while the up-and-coming Railtown district is home to edgy fashion studios.

Canada Place Built to look like a ship, this iconic complex houses a convention centre, hotel & ferry terminal.

This majestic sailboat-shaped building has become a symbol of Vancouver since it was built for the 1986 Expo. On a sunny day, it is also famous as a point where you can enjoy the beautiful panoramic scenery of Burrard Bay, Stanley Park, and the entire North Vancouver area across the sea, and on the bow, there is a signpost with the names and streets of 26 major cities around the world engraved on it. There is a pier on both sides of the building where luxury cruise ships bound for Alaska dock, so you can see huge cruise ships coming and going in the morning and evening.

Stanley Park Vancouver's largest urban park that has beaches, trails, plus a seawall.

Officially opened in 1888, the British government, which ruled Canada, permanently leased this land, originally owned by Indigenous peoples, to establish it as a park. Named after Lord Stanley, the Governor-General of Canada at the time, the park spans an area of 4 million square meters and provides a beautiful sanctuary with lush virgin forests, large and small gardens, lawns, and beaches. It has now become one of the world's most famous landmarks and a symbol of Vancouver.

Meeting point gathering, guide meeting

BC Ferries Boarding Tsawwassen to Swartz Bay

From Tsawwassen Terminal, you will board a BC Ferry bound for Swartz Bay and enjoy a relaxing, cruise-like sailing of approximately 1 hour and 35 minutes. On board, you can take in views of the ocean, marine birds, and coastal islands, and make use of amenities such as the cafeteria and gift shop.

Vancouver Island

Vancouver Island is located off the Pacific coast of the province of British Columbia in Canada, with Victoria at its southern tip serving as the provincial capital. The island stretches approximately 460 km from north to south and about 80 km across at its widest point, making it the largest island on the west coast of North America. Covering an area of about 32,134 km², it is the 43rd largest island in the world and the 11th largest in Canada. With a population of around 1.3 million, it is the second most populated island in the country after the Island of Montreal. The island is named after British naval officer George Vancouver, who explored the Pacific coast of North America between 1791 and 1794.

Fairmont Empress Hotel British-style luxury hotel with views of the Inner Harbor

The Fairmont Empress Hotel, opened in 1908, is one of Canada’s most iconic historic hotels and a landmark of Victoria. Built as part of the Canadian Pacific Railway’s series of grand “château-style” hotels, it features a stately stone façade, ivy-covered walls, and an elegant interior that evoke a classic, old-world charm. Overlooking the Inner Harbour in a prime location, the Empress is especially famous for its traditional English afternoon tea service, attracting visitors from around the world who come to experience this timeless setting as part of their Victoria trip.

British Columbia Parliament Buildings The Best-Known Landmarks in Victoria

Completed at the end of the 19th century in a Neo-Baroque style, the British Columbia Parliament Buildings serve as the active seat of the provincial government. Their distinctive green domes, symmetrical façade, and grand staircase create an impressive silhouette overlooking the Inner Harbour. On the lawn in front of the buildings stand a statue of Queen Victoria and war memorials that reflect the province’s history and heritage. In the evening, thousands of individual light bulbs outline the structure, turning the Parliament Buildings into one of Victoria’s most striking night views and a central symbol of the city.

Inner Harbour, Victoria A seaside promenade full of Vancouver Island charm

Victoria’s Inner Harbour is the focal point of the city, framed by historic buildings and lively waterfront activity. On one side stands the British Columbia Parliament Buildings, and on the opposite side the Fairmont Empress Hotel, creating a classic postcard view of Victoria. The harbour is lined with promenades, small docks, and viewpoints where visitors can watch ferries, yachts, water taxis, and seaplanes come and go. By day, the area feels open and relaxed, combining city life with ocean scenery; by night, the lights of surrounding buildings reflect on the water, offering a romantic and photogenic atmosphere.

[Optional] The Butchart Gardens

The Butchart Gardens began in the early 1900s when a former limestone quarry for a cement plant was transformed into an elaborate garden by Jennie Butchart, the wife of owner Robert Butchart. After the limestone was exhausted, the deep quarry pit was gradually filled with soil and planted to create the iconic Sunken Garden. Over time, additional themed areas such as the Rose Garden, Italian Garden, and Japanese Garden were added, forming a world-renowned display of horticulture. Today, The Butchart Gardens is designated a National Historic Site of Canada and offers different atmospheres throughout the seasons, with changing floral displays and, in select periods, evening illuminations that showcase the garden’s unique three-dimensional landscape.

1 December ~ 6 January 2026 (Christmas Season 2025) / 25 December - Closed
Adult (18+) $39.50 / Youth (13–17) $19.75 / Child (5–12) $5.00

7 January ~ 14 January
Adult (18+) $24.45 / Youth (13–17) $12.23 / Child (5–12) $3.00

15 January ~ 18 January (Winter 2026)
Adult (18+) $32.75 / Youth (13–17) $16.38 / Child (5–12) $3.00

19 January ~ 1 February : Closed

2 February ~ 28 February (Winter 2026)
Adult (18+) $32.75 / Youth (13–17) $16.38 / Child (5–12) $3.00

1 March ~ 31 March (Winter 2026)
Adult (18+) $32.75 / Youth (13–17) $16.38 / Child (5–12) $3.00

1 April ~ 31 May (Spring 2026)
Adult (18+) $41.00 / Youth (13–17) $20.50 / Child (5–12) $3.00

BC Ferries Boarding Swartz Bay to Tsawwassen

You will then board the BC Ferry at Swartz Bay Terminal in Victoria for the return trip to Tsawwassen. During the sailing, you can relax and enjoy views of the ocean and surrounding islands. On board, there are amenities such as a cafeteria, snack bar, and gift shop, so if you feel hungry or would like a light bite, you can purchase food and snacks while you comfortably wrap up your day’s tour.

Meeting point gathering, guide meeting

Chilliwack A representative agricultural area where you can enjoy typical Canadian rural scenery.

Chilliwack is a city in the province of British Columbia, Canada. Mountains surround Chilliwack and is home to recreational areas such as Cultus Lake and Chilliwack Lake Provincial Parks.

Hope It was once a city of hope and a base city for the Gold Rush.

Hope is a district municipality at the confluence of the Fraser and Coquihalla rivers in the province of British Columbia, Canada. Hope is at the eastern end of both the Fraser Valley and the Lower Mainland region, and is at the southern end of the Fraser Canyon.

Merritt

Merritt is a city located in the Nicola Valley in the south-central inland area of British Columbia, Canada. It is a semi-desert area along the Coquihalla Highway that runs through the southeastern center of BC, and is a place where you can feel the scent of country music.

Kamloops A lumber city and inland transportation hub

Kamloops is a city in British Columbia, Canada, where the North and South Thompson Rivers meet. Sun Peaks Resort's hiking trails, bike park and numerous ski resorts are located to the northeast. Cougars and bears live at the British Columbia Wildlife Park to the east of the city, and a spire towers over Kamloops Lake to the west. There is a Secwepemc museum on the riverside, and a heritage park contains the remains of a 2,000-year-old village.

Valemount Dinner and hotel accommodation location

Valemount is a village municipality of 1,018 people in east-central British Columbia, Canada, 320 kilometres from Kamloops, British Columbia. It is between the Rocky, Monashee, and Caribou Mountains.

After breakfast, meet the guide

Mt Robson The highest point in the Canadian Rockies

Mount Robson Provincial Park is a vast park located in the Canadian Rockies, covering an impressive area of 2,249 square kilometers. It is situated within British Columbia and borders Alberta's Jasper National Park. Mount Robson, standing at an elevation of 3,954 meters, is the highest peak in the Canadian Rockies. The mountain's dramatic layers, carved beneath majestic glaciers, create a breathtaking spectacle.

Jasper National Park A vast wilderness area of Alberta province defined by glaciers

Jasper, an alpine town in Canada’s Alberta province, is the commercial centre of Jasper National Park. Amid the snow-capped Canadian Rockies, the park has glacier-fed lakes, forests and rivers. The Jasper SkyTram climbs to the summit of Whistlers Mountain, with views of downtown. The Jasper Yellowhead Museum and Archives presents exhibits on the fur trade, railway and early exploration of the park.

Icefield Parkway The world's most beautiful driving course from Jasper to Lake Louise

Easy to travel in a day, the Icefields Parkway might only be 232 kilometres long (144 miles), but it’s one of the world’s most spectacular driving routes. Named one of the top 10 drives in the world by Condé Nast Traveler, the Icefields Parkway links Banff National Park and Jasper National Park in the Canadian Rockies, along the way taking in mountain peaks, turquoise lakes, and over 100 glaciers, including the Athabasca Glacier.

Columbia Icefield Glacier Adventure Boasting the largest and most famous ice cap in the Canadian Rockies

[Optional] Columbia Icefield Adventure Adult C$100, Child(6-15) C$60 (Tax included)

Discover the Athabasca Glacier aboard an ice explorer vehicle equipped to handle the rugged ice landscape.

[Optional] Helicopter tour (Summer) Price : C$240/Per person (Tax included)

The tour operates from May to mid-October and takes about 20 minutes. Participation requires that more than half of the group members sign up. For safety reasons, the operation may be subject to local conditions. This thrilling adventure allows you to board a helicopter and gaze down at majestic mountains, glaciers, and waterfalls—breathtaking gifts of nature in the Rockies.

Peyto Lake (Summer) It is the highest lake in the Rocky

Peyto Lake, a collection of glacial meltwater, is the highest lake in the Rockies and captivates visitors with its turquoise waters and beautiful surrounding mountain scenery. In the summer, it shines with a brilliant blue light and is surrounded by snow-capped mountains, creating a spectacular sight. / Only available for departures between July and September, and the tour may not be available depending on local circumstances.

Banff National Park (Summer) Canada's First National Park

Banff National Park boasts the greatest beauty of the Rockies. Banff National Park, a tourist attraction from around the world, became known to the world in 1883 when a worker constructing the Canadian Pacific Railway accidentally slipped and fell from the eastern slope of the Rocky Mountains and discovered a cave with hot springs flowing there. This is Canada's first national park and the world's third, with valleys, mountains, glaciers, forests, grasslands, and rivers spread over a vast area of ​​6,641 square kilometers.

[Optional] Banff Gondola Adult C$90, Child(6-15) C$60 (Tax included)

Alberta's most famous observatory, where you can see the majestic Rocky Mountains and beautiful Banff City at a glance, as if surrounded by a folding screen - climb up to the Sulfur Mountain Observation Deck, the top of Banff, and look down on Banff. As you walk along the installed deck, take in the endless outdoor Rocky Mountain scenery.

[Optional] Banff Sulphur Mt. Gondola + Buffet

The buffet option is available when a majority of the total participants wish to join. Ride the gondola to the summit of Sulphur Mountain (2,881 m) and enjoy a romantic dinner buffet—on a different level from typical lunch buffets—at Alberta’s premier viewpoint, where sweeping vistas reveal countless snow-capped Rocky peaks and the beautiful town of Banff, as if wrapped by a grand folding screen. Operating period: May to mid-October. If you choose not to join the buffet, you’ll proceed to Starbucks after the gondola ride.

Banff Downtown Rocky Mountain charm in the heart of Banff

Downtown Banff is the lively center of this charming Rocky Mountain resort town, lined with boutique shops, restaurants, and cafés—perfect for a relaxed walk during your free time. Along the streets, you’ll catch beautiful views of surrounding peaks such as Cascade Mountain, making it a great spot for photos. Spend time browsing for souvenirs, grabbing a casual meal, or enjoying local desserts and coffee.

After breakfast, meet the guide

Sulfur Mountain

Banff National Park boasts the greatest beauty of the Rockies. Banff National Park, a tourist attraction from around the world, became known to the world in 1883 when a worker constructing the Canadian Pacific Railway accidentally slipped and fell from the eastern slope of the Rocky Mountains and discovered a cave with hot springs flowing there. This is Canada's first national park and the world's third, with valleys, mountains, glaciers, forests, grasslands, and rivers spread over a vast area of ​​6,641 square kilometers.

Canmore Known as a village of longevity.

Fairmont Château Lake Louise The world-famous Fairmont family of hotels

Lake Louise A tour to experience the huge glaciers of Mount Victoria!

It is located in Banff National Park, which was designated as Canada's first national park in 1885. It is 3,464 meters above sea level and is one of the world's top 10 scenic spots designated by UNESCO. Lake Lee, named after the 4th princess of England's Queen Victoria, is a representative attraction of the Canadian Rockies, and was introduced by the British BBC as one of the world's top 100 must-visit places in one's life. You can feel deep emotion as Yuki Kuramoto's sweet piano melody reaches your heart.

Banff Springs Hotel A hotel resembling an old British castle with over 100 years of tradition

Bow River The filming location of the movie "River of No Return," starring Marilyn Monroe

The name "Bow" refers to the reeds that grew along its banks and which were used by the local First Nations people to make bows; the Blackfoot language name for the river is Makhabn, meaning "river where bow weeds grow".

Bow Falls Set in a big river valley eroded by past glaciers, this wide & short waterfall is a local landmark.

[Optional] Moraine Lake C$30/person from June to mid-October (may not be available due to local conditions)

Moraine Lake is a glacially fed lake in Banff National Park, 14 kilometres (8.7 mi) outside the hamlet of Lake Louise, Alberta, Canada. It is situated in the Valley of the Ten Peaks, at an elevation of approximately 1,884 metres (6,181 ft). The lake has a surface area of 50 hectares (120 acres). When it is full, it reflects a distinctive shade of azure blue. The unique colour is due to the refraction of light off the rock flour deposited in the lake on a continual basis by surrounding glaciers. / Only available for departures between June and October. Tours may not be available depending on local circumstances. / The Canada Strong Pass does not apply to Moraine Lake. Park entrance fees are remitted to Parks Canada.

Yoho National Park (Summer) Must-visit spot when traveling to the Rockies

It is a small national park located to the west of Banff National Park, and although it is small, it has 28 mountains over 3000m. There is a lot to see, from famous tourist destinations such as the Field area, Emerald Lake, Takakau Falls, and Natural Bridge to the lesser-known Lake O'Hara.

Emerald Lake Peaceful Beauty of the Scene

The vivid green color of the water is caused by powdered rock from the glaciers, which reflects the blue-green spectrum of sunlight. The rock type and the amount of it in the water causes the color to vary from lake to lake and month to month, even week to week. Due to its 53 degree latitude and moderately high altitude, the lake is frozen from November until late April or early May.

Revelstoke Located midway between Vancouver and Calgary, in the heart of the Columbia Mountains

Salmon Arm Get rest at the hotel

It is a small city where you can enjoy the scenery of Shuswap Lake and the surrounding mountains. The wharf boardwalk is famous for sunsets and birdwatching. R.J. Haney Heritage Village is a park where you can experience pioneer history. At Shuswap Lake Marine Provincial Park, camping, canoeing, and fishing are popular. In spring and summer, kayaking and lakeside picnics are ideal, while in fall the Larch Hills winery views and foliage drives are especially appealing.

After breakfast, meet the guide

Kamloops A lumber city and inland transportation hub

Kamloops is a city in British Columbia, Canada, where the North and South Thompson Rivers meet. Sun Peaks Resort's hiking trails, bike park and numerous ski resorts are located to the northeast. Cougars and bears live at the British Columbia Wildlife Park to the east of the city, and a spire towers over Kamloops Lake to the west. There is a Secwepemc museum on the riverside, and a heritage park contains the remains of a 2,000-year-old village.

Hope Arrive at Hope along the High Mountain Highway at 1200 meters above sea level and have lunch.

Chilliwack A representative agricultural area where you can enjoy typical Canadian rural scenery.

Chilliwack is a city in the province of British Columbia, Canada. Mountains surround Chilliwack and is home to recreational areas such as Cultus Lake and Chilliwack Lake Provincial Parks.

Vancouver Estimated tour end time : around 3 PM to 5 PM

End times may vary depending on traffic conditions. For guests using flights after the tour, please make reservations at least 2 hours after the tour ends for domestic flights, and 3 hours after for international flights.