Touch down at Vancouver International Airport and head to Granville Island for a leisurely breakfast at the Public Market, sampling fresh pastries and local coffee while watching artisans at work.
Stroll the Stanley Park Seawall, visit the Vancouver Aquarium, and take iconic photos at the totem poles and the stunning ocean views of English Bay.
Wander through historic Gastown, snap a photo of the Steam Clock, and enjoy dinner at a waterfront restaurant on Canada Place while watching the sunset over the harbor.
Depart Vancouver on the Sea‑to‑Sky Highway, stopping at Shannon Falls Provincial Park to admire the 335‑metre waterfall and capture panoramic views.
Continue to Brandywine Falls for another quick waterfall photo op, then arrive in Whistler Village, checking into your lodge and exploring the pedestrian‑friendly streets lined with boutiques and cafés.
Dine at one of Whistler Village’s celebrated eateries, such as Bearfoot Bistro, and enjoy an evening walk through the illuminated village square.
Rent a paddleboard on Alta Lake for a tranquil sunrise session, then hike the Lost Lake Trail (3 km loop) for forest scenery and mountain reflections.
Take the Whistler Mountain Gondola to the Roundhouse, hike the High Note Trail for sweeping alpine vistas, and enjoy a mountain‑top lunch at the Alpine Café.
Return to the village for a relaxing dinner, followed by optional spa time or a cozy fire‑pit gathering at your hotel.
Embark on the trans‑Alpine drive, pausing at the Kicking Horse Pass viewpoint for dramatic mountain photos before descending into the Bow Valley.
Arrive in Banff, check into your accommodation, and wander Banff Avenue to explore shops, the Banff Park Museum, and the historic railway station.
Head to Vermilion Lakes for a spectacular sunset over the Rockies, then savor dinner at a local bistro in downtown Banff.
Hike the Johnston Canyon trail to the Upper Falls (≈2 hours round‑trip), navigating catwalks and enjoying the misty canyon scenery.
Drive to Lake Minnewanka for a leisurely lakeside walk or a short boat cruise, spotting wildlife and the surrounding peaks.
Unwind in the Banff Upper Hot Springs, soaking in mineral‑rich waters under the stars before a hearty dinner at a downtown restaurant.
Arrive early at Lake Louise, rent a canoe or hike the Lake Agnes Trail to the Tea House for breathtaking alpine views.
Travel to Moraine Lake, walk the Moraine Lake Lakeshore Trail, and if time permits, tackle the Consolation Lakes hike for quieter scenery.
Return to Banff for dinner, perhaps trying Canadian game meat at a local tavern, and enjoy an evening stroll along the Bow River.
Drive the Icefields Parkway, stopping at Athabasca Falls for a thunderous waterfall photo session.
Visit the Columbia Icefield, take the Glacier Adventure tour onto the Athabasca Glacier, then continue to Jasper townsite.
Explore Jasper’s vibrant main street, spot elk or bighorn sheep near Maligne Lake, and conclude the trip with a lakeside dinner as the sun sets behind the mountains.