10 Day Canada Tour Packages

Canada itineraries for 10 days

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• 10 Day Canadian Rockies Itinerary, incl. Banff and Jasper

  The comprehensive 10-day tour extends from Calgary to Vancouver across 7 major destinations. Features include Banff's hoodoos, Athabasca Glacier walks, Maligne Lake cruises, and Victoria's Butchart Gardens. Includes iconic breakfast at Heritage Park and optional helicopter flights over the Rockies.

  

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  • Days 1-2

    Calgary & Banff National Park

    Begin your journey in Calgary exploring the vibrant Inglewood and Kensington neighborhoods. Plan your drive to Banff for mid-morning to avoid Calgary's 7-9 AM rush hour traffic. "The morning heritage breakfast at Gasoline Alley Museum was a highlight – get there right at opening for the best experience before the crowds arrive."

    
  • Days 3-4

    Banff Area

    Take two full days to discover Banff National Park. If you're interested in helicopter flights book them for the morning since afternoon winds often lead to cancellations. You'll need advance reservations and good walking shoes for the First Nations Plant Medicine Walk. The best time to hike Bow Falls is before 10 AM when crowds are thin and temperatures are cooler.

    
  • Days 5-6

    Icefields Parkway & Jasper

    The Banff to Jasper drive normally takes 4 hours but plan for 6-7 hours to enjoy scenic stops. Book Columbia Icefield tours in the morning when ice conditions are generally better. The glacier walk requires warm clothing since temperatures run 15-20°F cooler than in town.

    
  • Day 7

    Sun Peaks Transfer

    Use this travel day to enjoy scenic stops on your 5-hour drive from Jasper to Sun Peaks. Stop at Mount Robson viewpoint in the morning for the best photos. "The mountain views were incredible, but bring motion sickness pills if you're sensitive to winding roads."

    
  • Day 8

    Victoria & Vancouver Island

    The ferry ride to Vancouver Island takes 90 minutes. Take an early sailing to maximize your time in Victoria. The city is perfect for walking but consider biking on Victoria's extensive cycling network. Bring a jacket for walking near the harbor since it gets cool even during summer months.

    
  • Days 9-10

    Vancouver Finale

    Wrap up your trip in Vancouver by exploring Stanley Park and Gastown. Walking the Stanley Park seawall takes about 2 hours to complete the 5.5-mile loop. "Take the free shuttle from downtown to Granville Island Public Market – it's less crowded in the morning and the food vendors are just opening up."

    

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• 10 Day Western Canada Itinerary, incl. Calgary and Vancouver

  A magnificent 10-day route spans 7 destinations across 620 miles. Highlights include 2 nights each in Banff and Jasper National Parks, Ice Explorer adventures at Columbia Icefield, ferry crossings to Victoria's Butchart Gardens, and Vancouver's Stanley Park.

  

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  • Day 1

    Calgary

    Get to Calgary before 3 PM to meet your guide. The downtown area is easy to walk around, but stick close to your hotel after dark since some areas aren't the safest at night. Try one of the local steakhouses for dinner - you're in cattle country after all.

    
  • Day 2

    Calgary to Banff National Park (1.5 hours)

    Start with a morning city tour including Canada Olympic Park before heading to the Rockies. You'll see a dramatic change from prairie to mountain peaks as you enter Banff National Park. A traveler's tip: "Book a room on the Bow River side of the hotel for the best mountain views, even if it costs a bit extra."

    
  • Day 3

    Banff National Park

    You'll have a full day to explore Canada's oldest national park. A helicopter tour offers amazing aerial views if you book early. The Banff Gondola is a more budget-friendly option with great views too. A recent visitor suggests: "The hot springs are less crowded in the evening after tour groups leave - go after 7 PM for a more relaxing soak."

    
  • Day 4

    Banff to Jasper via Lake Louise and Columbia Icefield (3.5 hours)

    Start early to avoid crowds at Lake Louise. Your trip includes the Ice Explorer glacier tour - bring warm clothes as it's cold on the ice all year. The Icefields Parkway drive takes longer than GPS says because you'll want to stop for photos.

    
  • Day 5

    Jasper National Park

    Look into the optional Maligne Lake cruise (runs late May-September). A traveler notes: "Spirit Island is even more beautiful than photos suggest - but bring bug spray as mosquitoes can be fierce near the lake."

    
  • Day 6

    Jasper to Kamloops (5 hours)

    It's a long drive but the scenery changes beautifully along the way. Try to spot Mount Robson, the highest peak in the Canadian Rockies. It's usually covered in clouds but worth photographing if you get a clear view. You'll notice the climate change as you go into BC's interior.

    
  • Day 7

    Kamloops to Victoria via Ferry (7 hours total)

    Leave early for the ferry crossing. Your visit to Butchart Gardens is included. One visitor recommends: "Visit the Japanese Garden first before tour buses arrive, then work your way to the Sunken Garden." You'll have the evening free to explore Victoria's harbor area.

    
  • Day 8

    Victoria

    Spend the day exploring BC's capital. Between May and October, whale watching tours often spot orcas. A recent visitor shared: "The marine wildlife tour was worth every penny - we saw two pods of orcas and several humpbacks."

    
  • Day 9

    Victoria to Vancouver via Ferry (4 hours total)

    Take a morning ferry through the Gulf Islands. Your afternoon includes a city tour of Stanley Park and Gastown. For dinner, visit Granville Island - the public market closes at 7 PM but restaurants stay open later.

    
  • Day 10

    Vancouver

    The tour ends after breakfast. Book an afternoon flight to avoid morning traffic to the airport. Many visitors say: "Vancouver deserves at least two full days - there's so much to explore in neighborhoods like Yaletown and Kitsilano."

    

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• 10 Day Canadian Rockies Itinerary, incl. Calgary and Vancouver

  A grand 10-day tour connects 7 major destinations including Calgary, Lake Louise, Jasper, and Vancouver. Guests enjoy 3 nights at Fairmont properties, Columbia Icefield adventures, Spirit Island cruise, and 2-day Rocky Mountaineer train rides.

  

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  • Days 1-2

    Calgary to Lake Louise

    Start with a quick drive through downtown Calgary before heading west to Lake Louise. You'll spend two nights at the iconic Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise. "Our first glimpses of vividly colored lakes took our breath away, with Doug's explanation that 'rock flour' from the glaciers creates those incredible blue-green hues."

    
  • Days 3-4

    Jasper National Park

    Take the scenic Icefields Parkway to Jasper and stop at Peyto Lake viewpoint if weather allows. Bring hiking boots for Maligne Canyon as the paths can get slippery. A morning cruise to Spirit Island on Maligne Lake offers the best light and calmest waters. Stay at the Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge but keep in mind some rooms don't have AC which might be uncomfortable during summer months.

    
  • Days 5-6

    Banff National Park

    Visit the Columbia Icefield on an all-terrain Ice Explorer vehicle tour. Next up is Banff where you'll stay at the Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel, known as the "Castle of the Rockies." Get to Bow Falls early to beat the crowds. "Don't miss the optional helicopter tour for incredible aerial views of the Rockies, but book in advance as spots fill quickly."

    
  • Days 7-8

    Rocky Mountaineer Train Journey

    Take the Rocky Mountaineer train on a two-day trip to Vancouver. Day one follows the Kicking Horse River valley to Kamloops. The hotel in Kamloops is more basic than others on this trip. The second day takes you through Fraser Canyon where the landscape changes dramatically.

    
  • Days 9-10

    Vancouver

    Use your final days to explore Vancouver. "Take advantage of the fresh seafood scene - from sushi to wild-caught salmon. Don't forget to try BC's iconic Nanaimo Bar for dessert." The tour wraps up after breakfast on day 10.

    

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