Wilderness Wonders: Explore Nature's Hidden Gems on an Unforgettable Adventure

An unforgettable journey awaits you

Embark on a travel experience that will stay with you forever. We offer a blend of culture, adventure, and tranquility, ensuring every moment is filled with wonder. Whether you’re seeking thrill or relaxation, we create journeys that are truly unforgettable.

The journey Begins

Day 1: Calgary to Banff

Arrive in Calgary and board your shuttle transfer from the Calgary Airport to the jewel of the Rockies, Banff. Nestled high in the Canadian Rockies, the town of Banff is located within the Banff National Park. Once “Siding 29” on the Canadian Pacific Railway, the town of Banff was intended to be a tourist town from its very inception. The park’s first superintendent, George Stewart, even oriented the town’s first street so that it offered the best possible view of Cascade Mountain. With easy access to pristine wilderness, outdoor adventures, jaw-dropping landscape, and a vibrant history, there are many places to visit in Banff and Lake Louise.

Overnight: Banff
Day 2: Banff Sightseeing

Visit sights such as Bow Falls, Surprise Corner, the Banff Hoodoos and Lake Minnewanka in the spectacular setting of Banff, widely known as one of the most beautiful places in Canada.

Overnight: Banff
Day 3: Banff - Lake Louise - Jasper

Today’s tour to Jasper takes us through some of the most spectacular mountain landscapes in North America. Following the spine of the Canadian Rockies, view a never-ending procession of mammoth mountains, jagged snowy peaks and over 100 glaciers. The entire day is spent in the majesty of Canada’s two most famous National Parks, Banff and Jasper. Departing Banff we pass Vermilion Lakes and the fortress formations of Castle Mountain before arriving at stunning Lake Louise and the world famous Chateau Lake Louise. After a short break we continue northwards on the Icefields Parkway, one of the most scenic stretches of highway in North America. Stops will be made at Crowfoot Glacier, Bow Lake, Peyto Lake and the Weeping Wall before arriving at the Athabasca Glacier and Columbia Icefield. A stop is made at the Columbia Icefield chalet to view the Athabasca Glacier and time is allowed to ride the Ice Explorer onto the glacier. From here the parkway descends Tangle Ridge and follows the Athabasca River which begins as melt water from the Athabasca Glacier. We then stop at the Athabasca Falls, where the boiling waters of the river plunge into a chasm gouged out of the valley floor.

Overnight: Jasper
Day 4: Jasper Sightseeing

This morning join a local guide for an interpretive tour through the Maligne Valley. The tour will include a stop at Maligne Canyon for a guided walk above the gorge, Medicine Lake and then Maligne Lake where you can either take the boat cruise to Spirit Island or enjoy a guided hike along the Mary Schaffer Loop.

Overnight: Jasper
Day 5: Rocky Mountaineer Rail Experience from Banff to Kamloops

Travel through the legendary Spiral Tunnels and pass by Craigellachie, the spot where the last spike on the Canadian Pacific Railway was driven. This is the only passenger rail service on this historic route, celebrated for connecting Canada from East to West. Traverse the Continental Divide and be inspired by spectacular mountains and dramatic canyons. If you’re a history buff, this route is for you. Travel onboard Rocky Mountaineer from the mountain town of Banff to Kamloops, in the heart of the BC Interior. Enjoy the spectacular array of scenery as you travel between the glacier and snow-capped peaks of the Canadian Rockies, over mountain passes and through remarkable tunnels, along rocky lakeshores and across the ranchlands of the Interior.

Overnight: Kamloops
Day 6: Rocky Mountaineer Rail Experience from Kamloops to Vancouver

Your journey continues towards the Pacific Ocean and the coastal city of Vancouver. You will again see dramatic changes in scenery, from the desert-like environment of the Interior, through winding river canyons and pristine forests, to the Coast and Cascade Mountains and the lush green fields of the Fraser Valley. Highlights include the steep slopes and rock sheds along the Thompson River and the rushing waters of Hell’s Gate in the Fraser Canyon. Your rail journey ends on arrival in Vancouver.

Overnight: Vancouver
Day 7: Vancouver North Shore Sightseeing

Join a fully narrated half-day sightseeing tour where you will visit Vancouver’s North Shore, including Capilano Suspension Bridge and the Treetops Adventure forest canopy walkway, the Capilano Salmon Hatchery, ride the gondola to the top of Grouse Mountain and see grizzly bears in the Refuge for Endangered Wildlife

Overnight: Vancouver
Day 8: Vancouver - Port Hardy - Alder Bay - Farewell Harbour Lodge

Today you will make your way to the Vancouver South Terminal and fly to Port Hardy where a short water taxi transfer takes you to the Farewell Harbour Lodge for a 3 night experience. In the heart of the Great Bear Rainforest at the mouth of Knight Inlet, lies an island chain called the Broughton Archipelago renowned not only for its physical beauty but also for its proximity to some of the best Orca and Grizzly viewing on the British Columbia coast. A jewel in this archipelago is Berry Island, most of which lies protected as part of a BC marine conservation area due to its unique natural and cultural history. Your three day experience includes all meals and snacks, excursions to grizzly viewing areas, a whale watching experience or additional Grizzly Viewing experience depending on the time of year, a short optional excursion on a marine tour, sea kayaking, rain forest walk, or a forest bathing walk on your departure day, with regular evening guide presentations. Upon arrival at Farewell Harbour Lodge, you’ll be warmly greeted by staﬀ and have lunch, a short orientation and then settle into your rooms before heading out onto the water for an afternoon marine mammal viewing excursion. After your afternoon excursion, join your fellow travellers in the lodge dining room for a glass of premium BC wine or beer before dinner. After supper, sit ﬁreside in the lounge for an evening slideshow on coastal ecology.

Meals: Lunch, Dinner
Day 9: Farewell Harbour Lodge Grizzly Bear Viewing

After an early morning breakfast, you will head out on your ﬁrst full-day excursion. Typically, guests opt for a bear viewing excursion on their ﬁrst full day. A bear viewing excursion will take you deep into one of several diﬀerent river systems in search of wild bears. You'll travel by water taxi deep into the inlet and then transfer to a zodiac which will motor quietly or propel silently under oar to position ourselves for optimal viewing of bears foraging on the river or in the estuaries. On some excursions you will proceed on foot or motorized vehicles through the lush rainforest in search of bears.. Bear sightings are not guaranteed but you will be with trained guides with many years of experience with bears in the wild.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 10: Farewell Harbour Lodge Marine Tour

After breakfast embark on a marine tour into the Johnstone Strait renowned for its Northern Resident Orca population. The Orca come into these waters mid to late July and stay into late September and early October. You'll also be in search of majestic Humpback whales, Dall’s porpoises or Paciﬁc White Sided dolphins and Steller sea lions in addition to the many Bald Eagles and seabirds. During marine excursions you'll learn about local history and the cultural traditions of the Kwakwaka’wakw First Nations as we pass ancient villages sites, mysterious rock art called pictographs and other evidence of a rich history and vibrant presence in the region.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 11: Farewell Harbour Lodge - Alder Bay - Port Hardy and Vancouver

Your last day aﬀords one more opportunity for a short morning marine excursion or an opportunity to relax around the lodge, try sea kayaking, or go on a rainforest walk or forest bathing (Shinrin yoku) walk before the water taxi departs for the short trip back to Alder Bay with further flight connections. A complimentary shuttle takes you back to Port Hardy for your ﬂight back to Vancouver.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

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Trip start	Trip End	Accommodation	Price	Inquire
Calgary	Vancouver	Package price with Rocky Mountaineer Silver Leaf Rail Experience	$8,090 USD
Calgary	Vancouver	Package price with Rocky Mountaineer Gold Leaf Rail Experience	$8,760 USD

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All prices are per person based on double occupancy and subject to local taxes - GST, PST or HST.

Pricing is starting from based on double occupancy. Special pricing subject to change.

Upgrade to Gold Leaf Service on board the train CAD$730 + GST per person.

Applicable taxes vary depending on travel destination and are not included. Please ask your sales agent what extra taxes will be payable for your tour.

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What’s Included

7 nights of hotel accommodation
3 night of hotel accommodation at Farewell harbour Lodge
Flights from Vancouver
Shuttle transfers from Calgary to Banff
Silver Leaf Rocky Mountaineer journey from Jasper to Vancouver (upgrades available at an additional cost)
All meals at Farewell Harbour lodge and onboard the train
Sightseeing and activities as indicated

What’s Not Included

Meals not specifically mentioned as included in the itinerary
Gratuities for Local Guides, Tour Managers, and/or Bus Drivers
Travel Insurance and Cancellation Protection (strongly recommended, ask us for a quote!)
Taxes as applicable
Airfare unless specified as included within the itinerary
Items (attractions and sightseeing & entrance fees) not listed as included in the itinerary

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Tour Questions

The tour officially starts in Calgary, Alberta, where you begin your journey into the Canadian Rockies. After an 11-day expedition covering national parks, rail travel, and a remote coastal lodge, the trip concludes in Vancouver, British Columbia.

This is an 11-day "Glaciers, Rails, Bears, and Whales Expedition" designed to showcase the ultimate wilderness wonders of Western Canada. The itinerary begins upon arrival in Calgary on Day 1 and concludes with your return flight from Port Hardy back to Vancouver on Day 11.

Key highlights include exploring Banff and Lake Louise, traveling along the scenic Icefields Parkway to Jasper, and experiencing the luxury Rocky Mountaineer rail journey to Vancouver. Additional experiences feature Vancouver North Shore sightseeing with the Capilano Suspension Bridge and a 3-night remote coastal lodge stay for grizzly bear and marine life viewings.

The package includes 7 nights of standard hotel accommodation plus 3 nights at the remote Farewell Harbour Lodge. It also covers shuttle transfers from Calgary to Banff, flights from Vancouver to Port Hardy and back, the Rocky Mountaineer rail journey (Silver Leaf by default), all meals at the coastal lodge and onboard the train, and indicated sightseeing and activities.

Exclusions from the package include meals not specifically mentioned as included in the itinerary and gratuities for local guides, tour managers, or bus drivers. Additionally, travel insurance and cancellation protection (strongly recommended), applicable local taxes, general airfares unless specified, and unlisted personal attractions or entrance fees are not covered.

While the tours are suitable for all age demographics, the average age of travelers is typically 45 and older. This ensures a comfortable, well-coordinated, and companionable group travel environment for mature wilderness and nature enthusiasts.

Solo travelers can choose options to join most tours by paying a single supplement to secure their own private room throughout the trip. For those willing to share, a Twin Share option is offered for the majority of our tours, allowing you to room with another single, same-gender traveler to avoid single fees.

This tour features a low level of physical demand, primarily combining coach travel, luxury train journeys, boat/zodiac excursions, and short guided walks or hikes. However, travelers should inquire about any specific mobility restrictions before completing their booking to ensure the activities suit their needs.

Each passenger is allowed to bring one large suitcase and one small soft-sided carry-on bag, following standard guidelines with a recommended weight limit of 32 kilograms (60 pounds). Because the itinerary involves multiple modes of transport including trains, shuttles, and small flights, keeping luggage compact and manageable is ideal.

Yes, the hotels, lodge partners, and train services can accommodate reasonable dietary restrictions such as food allergies, vegan, and vegetarian requirements. Guests are requested to inform staff of any specific dietary needs at the time of booking so appropriate alternative meal choices can be arranged.

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