Accommodation in Vancouver: Best Western Plus Chateau Gran (or similar)
Self-Drive: Crossing the Rockies from Vancouver to Calgary
14 days from £1595 per person

Admire jagged mountain peaks that tower over crystal clear lakes; visit thundering waterfalls and explore majestic canyons as you wind your way through dense alpine forests during your compelling self-drive adventure from Vancouver to Calgary. Your journey through the Rocky Mountains, deep valleys and naturally beautiful national parks is all part of your Western Canada exploration. Take the car rides in your stride as you stop for photo opportunities and enjoy local experiences along the way. The beauty of a self-drive holiday in British Columbia and Alberta is that you can travel at your own place, veer off track to explore somewhere new or just take it as it comes as new surroundings unfold around every corner.
Route: Vancouver – Whistler – Kamloops – Clearwater – Jasper – Banff – Calgary
Itinerary Highlights
Take a skyride to the top of Grouse Mountain to experience the breath-taking 360 degree views of Vancouver’s contrasting landscapes.
Enjoy the beautifully natural and mostly untouched scenery of Jasper National Park, a greatly protected ecosystem in the Rockies and home to a large number of grizzly bears.
Discover why Banff is famously known for being a world premier destination as you soak up the pristine views and enjoy the wide variety of activities available.
Itinerary: Self-Drive: Crossing the Rockies from Vancouver to Calgary
Accommodation in Vancouver: Best Western Plus Chateau Gran (or similar)
Accommodation in Vancouver: Best Western Plus Chateau Gran (or similar)
Accommodation in Whistler: Crystal Lodge Hotel (or similar)
Accommodation in Whistler: Crystal Lodge Hotel (or similar)
Accommodation in Kamloops: The Plaza Hotel by Wyndham (or similar)
Day 7 Kamloops to Clearwater - 124 km
Today you will journey north until your reach Clearwater (journey time approximately 1.5 hours). Spend time today getting to know more about the area’s rich culture and history of First Nations inhabitance, European exploration and prospectors from the days of the Cariboo Gold Rush. Whilst in the area, you might choose to drive further north to visit the spectacular 300ft-high Helmcken Falls on the Murtle River in Wells Gray Provincial Park. (N)
Accommodation in Clearwater: Wells Gray Inn (or similar
Accommodation in Jasper: Lobstick Lodge (or similar)
Accommodation in Jasper: Lobstick Lodge (or similar)
Accommodation in Banff: Tunnel Mountain Resort (or similar)
Accommodation in Banff: Tunnel Mountain Resort (or similar)
Accommodation in Calgary: Arts Hotel (or similar)
What's included
- International flights from the UK
- Hotel accommodation and taxes
- Car hire as specified
What's not included
- Cost of visas
- Travel Insurance
- Expenses of a personal nature
- Meals unless specified
Guide to Price
The above price is based on two people travelling together and sharing accommodation in low season. The price is only a guide and can vary according to selected airlines, hotels and date of travel. If you wish to travel with your family, friends or on your own we will be very happy to assist you with your arrangements.