Name: Rockies Summer Classic Tour
Start: 2023-06-09 01:00:00 PDT
End: 2023-06-09 19:30:00
Location: Banff

Rockies Summer Classic Tour

Event Date:

June 9, 2023

Event Time:

8:00 am

Event Location:

Banff

Check out another WestTrek Rockies Tour for this weekend if you are missing out from last week

Overview:

This short but mighty excursion is a bucket list adventure. The drive from Vancouver to the town of Revelstoke reserves time for wine tasting in the famous Okanagan Valley. After an overnight in the quaint mountain town of Revelstoke we head to the Rockies and explore all that Banff has to offer, including the nearby Columbia Icefield and Athabasca Glacier. The adventure continues on to Valemount, a rustic mountain town nestled between the Rockies, Monashee and Cariboo Mountains.

Day 1: Vancouver to Revelstoke

Depart Vancouver from Canada Place at 8:15am
Enjoy incredible sights travelling through the Fraser Valley
Travel through the Okanagan Valley – Canada’s desert
Wine tasting at Grizzli Winery in Kelowna followed by free time to explore the city and eat lunch
Check-in to your hotel in Revelstoke
Visit Craigellachie – the famous location of the ‘Last Spike’
Enjoy some free time to explore the quaint town of Revelstoke with so many great dining options

Day 2 : Revelstoke to Banff

After breakfast, depart Revelstoke in the morning
Stop at Roger’s Pass en-route to one of the most famous Lakes in the world – the beautiful, turquoise Emerald Lake with the option to go canoeing!
Stop for lunch before heading to Lake Louise
Visit Moraine Lake this afternoon for more photo opportunities
Enjoy a sightseeing tour in the town of Banff – among the highlights are visits to Banff Ave, Bow Falls and Banff Springs Hotel
Option to visit Sulphur Mountain Gondola this afternoon for amazing views!
Check into your hotel on Banff Avenue & enjoy free time for dinner and shopping or the option to go to the Banff Hot Springs!
Evening at leisure to explore the famous town of Banff. Our guides can suggest the best dining options depending on your preference

Day 3: Banff to Valemount

After breakfast, travel the world renowned Icefields Parkway
Visit Bow Lake & Peyto Lake (seasonal)
While touring through the Columbia Icefields, you can choose to take part in the world-renowned Ice Explorer Glacier Tour! (additional cost)
Stop in the famous town of Jasper with free time for dinner
Check in to your hotel in Valemount this evening