Classic Rockies
3 day Canadian Rockies tour from Calgary to Vancouver
Starting from Calgary, this 3-day Canadian Rockies bus tour offers scenic drives, hikes, and mini excursions in Banff, Jasper, and Lake Louise. Some of the highlights include Moraine Lake, Lake Louise, Maligne Canyon, Peyto Lake, Johnston Canyon, Athabasca Falls, and much more. The gondola ride up Sulphur Mountain and the Ice Explore tour are also spectacular, yet less physically challenging, optional activities our guests can join in.
tour Includes
- 3-day deluxe coach tour
- 2 nights hotel accommodation
- 2 breakfasts, 1 lunch
- National Parks Pass
- Columbia Icefield Adventure (Ice Explorer and Glacier Skywalk)
- Guided lakeshore excursion at Chateau Lake Louise
- Canadian Rockies information package
- Services of a tour director
- Complimentary book of the Canadian Rockies
- Due to the vast distance from BC to Alberta, we make sure that your overnight hotels are located right in the heart of the Canadian Rockies (Jasper, Lake Louise, and Banff ) This will ensure, you spend more quality time in the most beautiful part of the journey rather than commuting to your hotel outside of the national parks. Although it may be more economical to stay at hotels outside the park such as Golden, Valemount or Revelstoke, it will reduce your sightseeing time. Our Hotels: Located in Jasper and Banff.
- What kind of coaches is used? Deluxe Highway Motor Coach (50-56 seater) with washrooms, reclining seats, air conditioning, etc.). Newer buses tend to be more reliable and comfortable. Our Buses: Newer, Deluxe 56 Passenger Coaches.
- Itineraries consist of too many items can be hectic. Our itineraries feature spectacular sights and the opportunity to enjoy every location without rushing to the next, which will make your vacation a most rewarding experience.
- Does your tour guide have knowledge of the Canadian Rockies? And does he or she drive the coach as well? Our tour guide has over 15 years of guiding experience in the Rockies and a separate driver will be dedicated to enhancing your overall experience by keeping the coach safe and clean.
- Consider the tour type of packages offered. While various tour operators provide different packages ranging from student experience to non-English tours, our ENGLISH ONLY tours are for all ages but mostly for mature travelers mostly between 30 to 65 years.
ABOUT THIS TOUR
- One-way Canadian Rockies deluxe motor coach tour from Calgary to Vancouver
- Tour departs: Calgary downtown or Airport
- Duration: 3 Days / 2 Nights
- Hotel Locations: Banff
- Hotel Accommodation: Choose from standard or premium
- Clientele: All ages, but mostly between 30 to 65 years
- To book this tour a deposit is required; to find out more click on “Terms & Conditions“
Standard Hotels
Premium Hotels
Occupancy | Double | Single | Triple | Quad |
Per Person | $1,239 | $1,629 | $1,139 | $1,029 |
Included hotels ( See more, do more - Stay in the National Parks)
– Banff (2 nights): Banff Aspen Lodge or similar
*Rates are per person in Canadian Dollars.
*$50 per person service fee and 5% GST (tax) will be added to the final cost.
Occupancy | Double | Single | Triple | Quad |
Per Person | $1,679 | $2,529 | $1,549 | $1,479 |
Included hotels ( See more, do more - Stay in the National Parks)
– Banff (2 nights): The Rimrock Hotel (Premium View Room)
Tour Dates
2022 | Date |
May | 8 |
June | 9, 12, 26 |
July | 7, 10, 17, 28 |
August | 4, 7, 18, 25 |
September | 4, 11, 15, 18, 25, 29 |
Ronald & Amanda Mallia Swansea, NSW, Australia
“Excellent tour and saw amazing places and experienced lovely things. It met our needs of visiting the Rockies and was well priced for what it had offered. Well worth the money. Brad was very well spoken and knowledgeable with all the information he provided. He knew his information/history and provided us with all necessary information. Len was very friendly and professional one of the best drivers from a tour company we have experienced.”
FAQ'S
Our tours are conducted in English only, by a professional tour director with more many years of experience!
We recommend booking your tour as soon as your plans are confirmed, since departure dates are quite popular and can fill up quickly. Essentially, book early to avoid disappointment!
In Calgary, the tour includes pick-up from select downtown hotels (the Delta Downtown; the International Hotel; the Fairmont Palliser Hotel; the Westin Downtown; the Sandman City Centre).
Standard hotels are mountain lodge-style while premium hotels are resort-style. The majority of our guests choose standard accommodation as these hotels are very clean and comfortable, and travellers will get their own private room and washroom. If you want to book premium accommodation, be sure to book early as these hotels sell out quickly – availability is limited within 6 months of departure
Gratuities are not included in the prices (unless indicated). While it is neither our place nor our wish to tell you how much to tip, gratuities in Canada are often given in recognition of service excellence.
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Day 1 (Calgary to Banff)
Picking up from selected Calgary downtown hotels, this tour takes you to the Columbia Icefield where a massive all-terrain vehicle will take you out onto the Athabasca Glacier. Then, after a hot lunch, step out onto the glass-floored platform of the Columbia Icefield Skywalk. This is mountain adventure at its finest! Ice Explorer and Glacier Skywalk are included. Overnight in Banff.
Day 2 (Banff National Park, Lake Louise)
Enjoy a full day of sightseeing in Banff National Park. Start your morning with a leisurely hike in Johnston Canyon and stroll along the shores of picturesque Lake Louise and Moraine Lake. In the afternoon, visit the world famous Banff Springs Hotel and Bow Falls. With your free time in Banff, you may also choose from optional activities such as soaking in the natural spa at the Upper Hot Springs* or taking a gondola ride to the top of Sulphur Mountain*. Overnight in . Banff.
Day 3 (Banff to Vancouver)
This morning, enjoy a drive through Rogers Pass, the highest part of the route to the Rockies. On your scenic return journey through Yoho National Park, catch a glimpse of an engineering marvel: the Spiral Tunnels. Arrive in downtown Vancouver in the evening.
* Optional activities
While you are on the tour, you have the chance to experience the unique beauty of the Rocky Mountains.
– Columbia Ice Explorer Tour (included)
– Glacier Skywalk (included)
– Sulphur Mountain (Banff) Gondola Ride (optional)
– Canoeing on Lake Louise (optional)
– Upper Hot Springs (optional)
For more information on above activities (and their costs), click HERE.