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Grand Canadian Rockies
10 days • 5
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Start
Vancouver, Canada
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Finish
Calgary, Canada
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Trip Code
SSKK
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Min Age
15
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Trip Size
1 - 12
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Physical Rating
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Meals
3 lunches, 1 dinner
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Transport
Private Vehicle
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Accommodation
Hotel (4 nights), Lodge (3 nights), Inn (2 nights)
From £3,119(10 days)
Trip Informations
Why you’ll love this trip
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Sit back and enjoy the Icefields Parkway between Jasper and Banff, one of the most scenic drives on earth, without the hassle of driving.
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Head to Whistler to learn more about First Nations history at the Squamish Lil'Wat Cultural Centre – the first of its kind in Canada.
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Experience the seasonal moods and beauty of Lake Louise for yourself and cross off one of those must-see bucket list experiences.
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Keep your eye on the roadside for extraordinary wildlife like elk, black bears, grizzly bears, eagles, Rocky Mountain goats, and – if you're lucky – beavers, wolves and moose.
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Head out on a walk and talk with a guide from Yellowstone to Yukon, an initiative to create wildlife corridors spanning from the US to Canada.
Is this trip right for you?
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This trip covers a lot of ground, as Canada is a huge country. Please be prepared for some long days of driving. The drive between Sun Peaks and Jasper, for example, takes around six hours.
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It is not uncommon for snow to remain on the ground in higher elevations until the end of May. The presence of snow may impact certain activities such as scenic gondolas, boat trips or mountain hikes in late spring. Your trip leader will have a range of suggestions for alternative activities to do in your free time no matter the season.
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As we're travelling through the mountains, the weather can be unpredictable. We advise wearing layers at all times of the year in case conditions change during the day. At night the temperature can really drop, so make sure you have warm clothing with you.
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In summer, especially in July and August, be prepared for insects. This is mosquito and black fly season so it's important to bring insect repellent, which will help prevent you from being bitten.
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Jasper experienced significant wildfires that impacted the region in 2024. Jasper is ready to welcome back visitors, and many of the town’s stunning landscapes and exciting activities remain untouched and waiting to be explored. However, you will see signs of the wildfire’s impact in certain areas. Your visit will directly support local businesses as they continue to recover, and right now, they are especially in need of your support.
Itinerary
Explore the stunning scenery of the Canadian Rockies
Canada’s Rocky Mountains provide a stunning landscape of craggy, towering rock faces, snow-capped mountains, thick forests and picturesque lakes. Wander the streets of Vancouver and admire the views each direction you turn. Hike or bike the breathtaking trails of Whistler, Sun Peaks, Jasper, and Banff. Experience the renowned expanse of Lake Louise, or wrap your hands around a mug of hot chocolate while admiring the superb alpine scenery of the Rockies. Ready for a grand adventure? Jump aboard and witness the sheer beauty of this exceptional part of the world.
- DAY 1Day 1 • Vancouver
- DAY 2Day 2 • Whistler
- DAY 3Day 3 • Whistler
- DAY 4Day 4 • Sun Peaks
- DAY 5Day 5 • Jasper
- DAY 6Day 6 • Jasper
- DAY 7Day 7 • Banff National Park
- DAY 8Day 8 • Lake Louise / Banff National Park
- DAY 9Day 9 • Calgary
- DAY 10Day 10 • Calgary
Inclusions
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3 lunches, 1 dinner
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Private Vehicle
bed Accommodation
Hotel (4 nights), Lodge (3 nights), Inn (2 nights)
festival Included activities
circleSquamish Lil'wat Cultural Centre Visit
circleWhistler - Leader-led orientation walk
circleJasper National Park - Entrance Fee
circleMt. Robson Provincial Park - Wildflower walk
circleVisit to Maligne Lake
circleIcefields Parkway - Sightseeing Stops including Sunwapta Falls
circleBanff Upper Hotsprings
circleVisit to Lake Louise
circleBanff - Walk and talk with Y2Y Wildlife Conservation guide
museum Optional activities
circleWhistler - Zip Trek Tour (1.5 hrs) - CAD129
circleWhistler – Standard Mountain Bike Rental (full day) - CAD90
circleWhistler - PEAK2PEAK Gondola - CAD82
circleWhistler - Audain Art Museum - CAD18
circleWhistler - Regular Bike Rental (half day) - CAD40
circleWhistler - Lost Lake Trail hike - Free
circleSun Peaks - Sunburst Loop Trail - Free
circleSun Peaks - Shuswap Medicine Trail - Free
circleJasper - Mountain Bike Hire - CAD75
circleJasper - Cruise on Maligne Lake - CAD79
circleMaligne Lake - Hiking - Free
circleJasper National Park - Hikes - Free
circleJasper - Rafting on Athabasca River (2 hours) - CAD100
circleIcefields Parkway - Athabasca Glacier Hike with Guide - CAD115
circleBuffalo Nations Luxton Museum - CAD10
circleBanff - Canoe Hire - CAD70
circleBanff - Sulphur Mountain gondola - CAD75
circleBanff - Horse Riding (1 hour) - CAD90
circleBanff - Mountain bike hire (full day) - CAD45
circleBanff - Cruiser bike hire (full day) - CAD38
circleLake Louise - Waterfront Trail - Free
circleLake Louise - Fairview Lookout hike - Free
circleCalgary - Calgary Tower - CAD18
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Sunday Jun 01, 2025
Tuesday Jun 10, 2025
Trip size max: 12 - Sold Out
Sunday Jun 08, 2025
Tuesday Jun 17, 2025
Trip size max: 12 - 1 space left
£4,989£4,240
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Tuesday Jun 24, 2025
Trip size max: 12 - 6 spaces left
£4,444£3,777
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Sunday Jun 29, 2025
Tuesday Jul 08, 2025
Trip size max: 12 - 4 spaces left
£4,659£3,960
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Tuesday Jul 15, 2025
Trip size max: 12 - 12 spaces left
£4,318
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Tuesday Jul 22, 2025
Trip size max: 12 - 8 spaces left
£4,158£3,119
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Trip size max: 12 - 4 spaces left
£4,318£3,670
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Sunday Aug 10, 2025
Tuesday Aug 19, 2025
Trip size max: 12 - 9 spaces left
£4,158£3,534
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Tuesday Aug 26, 2025
Trip size max: 12 - 11 spaces left
£4,158£3,534
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Sunday Aug 24, 2025
Tuesday Sep 02, 2025
Trip size max: 12 - 1 space left
£4,736£4,025
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Sunday Sep 07, 2025
Tuesday Sep 16, 2025
Trip size max: 12 - 4 spaces left
£4,466£4,243
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Sunday Sep 14, 2025
Tuesday Sep 23, 2025
Trip size max: 12 - 2 spaces left
£4,213£4,002
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Sunday May 17, 2026
Tuesday May 26, 2026
Trip size max: 12 - 11 spaces left
£4,367
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Sunday May 24, 2026
Tuesday Jun 02, 2026
Trip size max: 12 - 12 spaces left
£4,367
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Sunday May 31, 2026
Tuesday Jun 09, 2026
Trip size max: 12 - 12 spaces left
£4,532
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Important notes
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1. Your adventure begins with a welcome meeting at 6pm on Day 1 in Vancouver. This trip ends in Calgary on the morning of Day 10.
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2. A single supplement is available if you’d prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement applies to all nights on your trip and is subject to availability. Please speak to your booking agent for further information.
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3. Please note that the legal drinking age in the US is 21 and in some parts of Canada it's 19.
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4. We are not able to book airport shuttle service for North America trips. North America has convenient taxi and rideshare options from all airports, as well as public transport systems in major hub cities. Please check the joining and finishing point instructions listed in the Essential Trip Information.
Reviews (15)
5 stars
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Nik
Sep 14, 2024
This was a brilliant trip through the Rockies with great scenery from Vancouver to Calgary. The turquoise lakes were stunning. Carl was great especially as this had an amended itinerary due to the situation in Jasper. He knew where the best places to get great scenic views were and also where to get the best ice creams, smoothies and milkshakes along the way. Highly recommend this trip.
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Jayson
Jul 23, 2024
If you want a trip that is full of stunning scenery and exposure to the amazing wildlife of Canada then this is the trip for you. I had high expectations and they were exceeded. Seeing a Grizzly in the wild was so cool.
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Shelby
Jul 13, 2024
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Raymond
Jun 15, 2024
Excellent tour, particularly with Sean Hoy as our guide. Worth checking the time of year you're travelling to ensure you can see the beautiful turquoise lakes of the Rockies. Highly recommend the Jasper SkyTram for spectacular views of the Rockies.
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Sophie
Jun 10, 2024
The Grand Canadian Rockies trip was incredible. From the mountains to the lakes and everything in between. Sean our guide was fantastic in showing all the amazing things the Rockies had to offer.
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Helen
May 30, 2024
If travelling to the Canadian Rockies, and you should, use Intrepid. You’ll immerse in the wilderness and beauty with a guide who is passionate about the region and the environment.
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Finty
May 28, 2024
Brilliant trip through the Rockies with great scenery and wildlife. Sean was a great guide. A couple of long van days but broken up with interesting stops. Had a great time!
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Roy
Oct 04, 2023
It is so important to check wich kind of tour you're about to book. Adventure or comfortable ... depends on so much!
The leader is so important. 3 of four Leaders where absolutely amazing and that one in Tanzania was horrible 😇🙏🏽
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Jennifer
Oct 02, 2023
An amazing trip with spectacular scenery and wildlife along the way. Another well organised trip by Intrepid that seems to get the popular and less known spots balance just right. Thanks Marie-Eve for a memorable trip.
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Joanne
Jul 10, 2023
A fantastic time exploring the magnificent Rockies. Everything so well organised, great accommodation, great fellow travellers and fantastic guides. Even the weather was excellent. Fully recommend this trip.