A classic route, featuring breathtaking scenery in the provinces of British Columbia and Alberta. From Vancouver, travel east through the Okanagan Valley and Glacier National Park to the world-renowned resort regions of Banff and Jasper. Via Mount obson,Wells Gray Provincial Park and the Cariboo Region, head north to the Pacific Coast and sail the spectacular Inside Passage on B.C. Ferries to Vancouver Island. Ahead lies charming Victoria and then a return ferry ride to Vancouver.

Day 1: Arrival in Vancouver
Arrive independently at your hotel. Remainder of day at leisure. Stay 2 nights in Vancouver.

Day 2: Vancouver
Day to tour Vancouver and the surrounding area including MacMillan Planetarium, Chinatown, Gastown, Granville Island, Capilano Suspension Bridge, Grouse Mountain and Stanley Park.

Day 3:Vancouver to Harrison Hot Springs
(125km) Drive to Harrison Hot Springs situated at the foot of the 70km long Harrison Lake and flanked by mountains. Enjoy walking on the beach or exploring the two hot mineral springs for which the town is famous. En route, we suggest a visit to Minter Gardens. Overnight in Harrison Hot Springs.

Day 4: Harrison Hot Springs to Penticton
(290km) Enjoy the scenic drive to Penticton via the dense forests of Manning Provincial Park.The town of Penticton lies at the lower end of Okanagan Lake and the lush orchards and vineyards of the Okanagan Valley.The region is also renowned for its beaches and hot, dry climate. Overnight in Penticton.

Day 5: Penticton to Revelstoke
(260km) Morning at leisure to enjoy the Okanagan Valley.Then drive past spectacular waterfalls, towering peaks and beautiful lakes en route to the Revelstoke area. Overnight near Revelstoke.

Day 6: Revelstoke to Banff / Canmore
(280km) Drive through Glacier National Park and Rogers Pass en route to the bustling resort town of Banff.We suggest a visit to Lake Louise. Stay 2 nights in Banff / Canmore.

Day 7: Banff National Park
Entire day to tour Banff and the surrounding area. We suggest a visit to Banff Natural History Museum.You may also try river rafting or take a boat tour on Lake Minnewanka.

Day 8: Banff / Canmore to Jasper
(285km) Drive to Jasper via the spectacular Icefields Parkway.Take an Ice Explorer ride on the Columbia Icefield. Stay 2 nights in Jasper. Day 9: Jasper National Park Full day to tour Jasper and surrounding area.We suggest a Maligne Lake boat cruise, a visit to the Miette Hot Springs or a ride on the Jasper Tramway.

Day10: Jasper to Clearwater
(345km) Drive the scenic Yellowhead Highway to Wells Gray Park, stop at Mount Robson, the highest peak in the Rockies. Stay 2 nights in Clearwater.

Day 11: Clearwater / Wells Gray Provincial Park
Many activities are available in the park including hiking, canoeing, horseback riding or river rafting.

Day 12: Clearwater to 100 Mile House
(150km) 100 Mile House was born in the 19th century during the days of the Cariboo Gold Rush, when a roadhouse was built here to service gold seekers heading into the goldfields. Overnight in 100 Mile House.

Day13: 100 Mile House to Prince George
(325km) We suggest a visit to Barkerville, a restored pioneer settlement from the Gold Rush era. Overnight in Prince George.

Day 14: Prince George to Smithers
(375km) Travel the rugged wilderness terrain of the interior mountain ranges. In Hazelton visit Ksan Native Village and its tribal houses, museum, carving shed and totem poles of the Gitksan First Nation. Overnight in Smithers.

Day 15: Smithers to Prince Rupert
(350km) Follow the scenic Skeena River Valley to Prince Rupert, home to the Tsimshian and Haida nations for 5000 years and their legacies can be seen in the totem poles of Service Park, Roosevelt Park and the Sunken Gardens. Overnight in Prince Rupert.

Day16: Prince Rupert to Port Hardy
(40km - land only) Enjoy a full day ocean cruise on board B.C. Ferries along the British Columbia coastline.The famous Inside Passage cruise terminates in Port Hardy. Overnight in Port Hardy.

Day 17: Port Hady to Campbell River
(235km) Travel the eastern shore of Vancouver Island to Campbell River, a focal point for sport salmon fishing. Overnight in Campbell River.

Day 18: Campbell River to Victoria
(265km) Continue along the coast, past Nanaimo and Chemainus, and enjoy the scenic Malahat Drive.
Overnight in Victoria.

Day 19:Victoria
Visit Beacon Hill Park, the Art Gallery of Greater Victoria and the famous Butchart Gardens. Overnight in Victoria.

Day 20: End of tour
(70km - land only) Enjoying a mini-cruise back to Vancouver through the Strait of Georgia

• 19 nights accommodation
  
• A personalised Canada Roadbook, containing essential travel information featuring overview notes of the area of travel, local sightseeing and attractions, daily itinerary highlights, provincial maps with city guides, hotel vouchers and customised day-by-day routing maps
  
• Inside Passage cruise (car and passengers) on Day 16
  
• Applicable taxes
  
  NOTE: Meals, attractions (unless specified), ferry charges, park entrance fees and car rental are not included.
  FERRY DETAILS
  Prices are estimated. Schedules are included in passenger documents. Please be advised that ferry crossings not included in the cost cannot be pre-booked. Day 16: Prince Rupert to Port Hardy. Depart: 07:30. Arrive: 22:30. Crossing time: 15 hours. Note: In order to pre-load the Inside Passage, it is imperative that clients indicate the size of the vehicle at time of booking. Day cabins may be requested, subject to availability, at an approximate cost of $65 per cabin. Day 20: Swartz Bay to Tsawwassen. Crossing time: 1 hour 35 minutes. Car & driver: $45 (additional passenger: $11 per person).

• Day 2: Vancouver 4 hour Coastal Rainforest Adventure including snack
  
• Day 7: Canmore 4 hour Kananaskis River Whitewater Fun (rafting)
  
• Day 9: Jasper 4 hour Miette Hot Springs and Wildlife Tour
  
• Day19: Victoria 3 hour whalewatching tour on covered boat
  
  (Activity package available 04 May to 09 September 2008).