Western Trails
4 day Canadian Rockies tour from Vancouver to Calgary
Our 4-day Canadian Rockies bus tour offers spectacular sightseeing in the Banff and Jasper National Parks featuring many lakes, canyons, glaciers, and waterfalls. For those who seek that little extra in adrenaline-rush activities, join one of our optional excursions such as the Ice Explorer tour or hiking in Maligne Canyon and Johnston Canyon.
Tour Includes
- 3-day deluxe coach tour, 1-day transfer (Vancouver to Calgary)
- 3 nights hotel accommodation
- 3 breakfasts
- National Parks Pass
- Guided lakeshore excursion at Chateau Lake Louise
- Canadian Rockies information package
- Services of a tour director
1 -Accommodation:
Probably the most important part of your tour! If you wish to visit many must-see places and have quality time to explore, join a tour that offers accommodation in the Banff and Jasper National Parks themselves. Our hotels are centrally located in Banff, Jasper, and Lake Louise.
2 -Transportation:
Canadian Rockies tours involve long drives, which can sometimes be winding, steep and bumpy. Key West Travel uses large highway coaches (55-seaters) to bring you the comfort you need. Expect comfortable reclining seats, panoramic windows, and washroom facilities – none of which are available on smaller coaches.
3 -Tour Director:
Before booking any tour package, you should always consider who the tour package is geared towards, as this will provide insight into your fellow travelers and what to expect. Our tour groups are geared towards those in the 30+ age range, but we often have families and students join our tours as well! Essentially, our tours are geared towards those who want to explore the Rockies as much as possible with a more mature tour group in a relaxed environment.
4 - Itinerary/Activities:
Thanks to our hotel locations, the Western Trails itinerary contains many can't-miss highlights of the Canadian Rockies. We also offer optional activities, at an additional cost, that guests can choose to participate in if they are interested. If guests are not interested, there are always free activities instead!
2023 Tour Rates
occupancy | DOUBLE | SINGLE | TRIPLE | QUAD |
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Standard | $1,329 | $1,879 | $1,259 | $1,169 |
Premium | $1,929 | $3,079 | $1,759 | $1,619 |
Hotel Accommodation
– Jasper: Mount Robson Inn or similar
– Banff (2 nights): Banff Aspen Lodge or similar
– Jasper: Sawridge Inn or similar
– Banff (2 nights): The Rimrock Hotel (Premium View Room)
Tour rates are per person in Canadian dollars
Double – two people sharing a room with one queen/king bed or two twin beds
Single – one person in a room with a double or queen bed
Triple – three people sharing a room with two queen beds
Quad – four people sharing a room with two queen beds
Tour Dates
2023 | Departure Dates |
May | 3, 6, 10, 13, 17, 20, 24, 27, 31 |
June | 3, 7, 10, 14, 17, 21, 24, 28 |
July | 1, 5, 8, 12, 15, 19, 22, 26, 29 |
August | 2, 5, 9, 12, 16, 19, 23, 26, 30 |
September | 2, 6, 9, 13, 16, 20, 23, 27, 30 |
FAQ'S
Our tours are conducted in English only, by a professional tour director with more than 10 years of experience!
Pent-up demand for 2023 Canadian vacations has been extremely high, and we highly recommend booking your seats as early as possible (to secure your preferred date and avoid hotel downgrades)
Key West Travel does not offer individual pick-ups as our tour guests would like to depart Vancouver as scheduled. Usually, the tour departs from Hyatt Regency Downtown Vancouver (655 Burrard Street).
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 – they usually aren’t available 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.
This depends on the day. When we are travelling between Vancouver and Jasper or Banff, it will be a minimum of 10 hours. However, every 2-3 hours, we leave the bus for mini breaks. During the sightseeing days, you will spend little time on the bus as you will be walking/sightseeing/hiking & etc.
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Day 1 (Vancouver to Jasper)
Depart from Vancouver and drive through the farming communities of the Fraser Valley. Ascend into the Coastal Mountains and follow the Coquihalla Highway to Kamloops, in the arid interior of British Columbia. After lunch, retrace the route of the famous Overlanders along the North Thompson River to reach your hotel in Jasper. Overnight in Jasper.
Day 2 (Jasper to Banff)
Your day starts with a scenic hike through Maligne Canyon before heading South. Then, travel along the world-famous Icefields Parkway to take in some of nature’s most spectacular mountain scenery. Have your camera ready for possible wildlife sightings! Highlights include Athabasca Falls, Peyto Lake, and the Columbia Icefield. Ride the “Ice Explorer”* on Athabasca Glacier or visit the Glacier Skywalk*. Overnight in Banff.
Day 3 (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 4 (Banff to Calgary)
Transfer to Calgary. Enjoy free time in the heart of downtown Calgary.
Tour Variations for Day 4:
1. Extend your stay in Lake Louise/Banff. Extra accommodation can be arranged at additional cost. Flexible departure to Calgary.
2. Fly to your next destination from Calgary.
* Optional activities
While you are on the tour, you have the chance to experience the unique beauty of the Rocky Mountains. Although optional, our mountain tour guides recommend following activities to enhance your Canadian Rockies experience:
– Columbia Ice Explorer Tour
– Glacier Skywalk
– Sulphur Mountain (Banff) Gondola Ride
– Canoeing on Lake Louise
– Upper Hot Springs
For more information on above activities (and their costs), click HERE.
“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.”
Ronald & Amanda Mallia Swansea, NSW, Australia