Ultimate Adventure West

Ultimate Adventure West. 16 days/15 nights. Start: Calgary - End: Vancouver.

  • Day 01: Arrival Calgary
  • Day 02: Calgary - Banff National Park
  • Day 03: Banff
  • Day 04: Banff - Jasper
  • Day 05: Jasper
  • Day 06: Jasper - Clearwater
  • Day 07: Clearwater - Gold Bridge - 108 Mile House
  • Day 08: Gold Bridge - 108 Mile House
  • Day 09: Gold Bridge/108 Mile House - Whistler
  • Day 10: Whistler
  • Day 11: Whistler - Tofino
  • Day 12: Tofino
  • Day 13: Tofino - Victoria
  • Day 14: Victoria - Vancouver
  • Day 15: Vancouver
  • Day 16: Departure Vancouver
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day 1

Arrival Calgary

1 Day

25 km

After arrival, pick up the rental car and drive to the hotel booked in downtown Calgary.

day 2

Calgary - Banff National Park

1 Day

130 km

The morning starts with a visit to Calgary and enjoy the combination between old and new: Fort Calgary, the 'Stampede' domain, Calgary Tower, the traffic free shopping streets, and more. Via the foothills of the Rocky Mountains, you drive through the rolling graslands of Kananaskis Horse country on the way to Banff. The valley offers beautiful vistas and brings you to the iconic parkland town of Banff. Lodging.

 

day 3

Banff

1 Day

25 km

Enjoy the wonderful nature, make an excursion with the elevator to Sulphur Mountain, visit Lake Minnewanka and the Bow Falls or relax in the hot water sources of Cave & Basin. Hiking, shopping and fine dining: it is all part of the Banff experience. 

day 4

Banff - Jasper

1 Day

300 km

Today will be unforgetable! Follow the famous Icefield Parkway. Your first stop will ben the wonderful Lake Louise, overshadowed by Mt. Victoria. Walk around the lake or en enjoy a relaxing canoeing trip. Afterwards to the Athebasca Glacier and go up the mountain with the 'Snocoach' (to be paid locally). Passing stunning lakes, impressive waterfalls and eternal snow, you will reach Jasper. 

 

day 5

Jasper

1 Day

35 km

Today is a day at leisure to explore the beautiful nature of Jasper National Park where serene lakes and gentle meadows stand in stark contrast to its jagged peaks and spectacular glacier. We suggest a Maligne Lake boat tour, a visit to Miette Hot Springs or a ride on the Jasper Skytram. Overnight in Jasper.

day 6

Jasper - Clearwater

1 Day

320 km

rive the scenic Yellowhead Highway to Wells Gray Park. Leaving Jasper, you will encounter the most spectacular sight of Mount Robson, the highest peak in the Rockies, that can be seen for miles. Then travel to the volcano-shaped wilderness of Wells Gray Provincial Park. Explore the park's mineral springs, serene lakes and rushing falls. Not to be missed are the towering Helmcken Falls near the entrance of the park. Overnight in Clearwater.

day 7

Clearwater - Gold Bridge - 108 Mile House

1 Day

410 km

This morning, you will follow the Cariboo Highway south and visit towns and village that eco the past as this route was travelled by gold seekers and traders during the famous Gold Rush of the late 1800s. Arrive at either Tyax Lodge or Spruce Hill Resort to enjoy open air activities as hiking and canoeing, horseback riding and gold panning. Lodging.

day 8

Gold Bridge - 108 Mile House

1 Day

1 km

Enjoy a day off at one of 2 premier outdoor resorts. Tyax Lodge & Heliskiing features outdoor adventure such as hiking excursions on one of the many eco-trails or perhaps a refreshing swim in the calm waters of Tyaughton Lake. Spruce Hill Resort & Spa is surrounded by over 150km of hiking trails that lead throughout a landscape of mountain trails, abandoned historical camps and valleys. Guided excursions to suit every taste are available for reservation on site at both resorts. Lodging at Gold Bridge or at the 108 Mile Ranch.

day 9

Gold Bridge/108 Mile House - Whistler

1 Day

200 km

Start early today to allow yourself as much time as possible in the resort town of Whistler. The winding roads lead you through an arid landscape that gradually changes to lush forests lines with snow-capped mountains. Once in Whistler, situated in the wonderful mountain decor; you can choose to be sporty and go mountainbiking, horsebackriding, hiking along endless trails or you may wish just to relax and enjoy the pedestrian village with boutiques, restaurants and cafes. Overnight in Whistler.

 

day 10

Whistler

1 Day

5 km

Discover the wonderful nature and enjoy the variety of activities, such as excorted canoe and kayak trips, walks, mountainbike tours, zip-line trekking and many more. At the evening, you can shop around or enjoy a drink at a cafe in the traffic free center.

day 11

Whistler - Tofino

1 Day

390 km

On the way to the coast, you stop at the Shannon Falls in the Garibaldi National Park and via a wonderful panoramic route, you reach Horseshoe Bay. The ferry will bring you to Nanaimo (not included, to be paid locally). Just as spectacular and beutiful is Route Nr. 4, which brings you to the other side of Vancouver Island, to Tofino, at the Pacific Ocean. 

 

day 12

Tofino

1 Day

10 km

Discover the rough coast of Vancouver Island and participate in one of the many boat tours to look for whales and bears. Hike in the rain forest of the Pacific Rim National Park or make a kayak tour in the Clayaquot Sound. 

day 13

Tofino - Victoria

1 Day

330 km

You travel back to the east coast via the the vibrant town of Port Alberni and along the way, you stop at Cathedral Cove and Little Qualicum Falls. Then, along the coast, south to Victoria. A moment to look at the murals in Chemainus and the totem poles in Duncan, cannot be missed. 

 

day 14

Victoria - Vancouver

1 Day

110 km

Enjoy a little free time in this wonderful nature and alongt the way to the ferry, visit the colourful Butchart Gardens. In the afternoon, the ferry brings you from Swartz Bay to Tsawwassen. After arrival, a short drive to Vancouver and check in at the hotel. 

 

day 15

Vancouver

1 Day

A full day to discover this wonderful city. Visit Stanley Park with its totems and aquarium, English Bay, the picturesque Gastown, the animated Granville Island, the spectacular Capilano Suspension Bridge and much more. Time for some shopping or just walk around, take a bike tour or enjoy the dynamic city. (Ticket for Capilano Suspension Park included). 

day 16

Departure Vancouver

1 Day

35 km

After a quiet night, drive to the airport and drop of the rental car. Return flight or individual prolongation possible with supplement. 

 

Included

  • Hotelaccomodation based on lodging + local sales taxes, as per itinerary and as per chosen hotel category.
  • Car rental with GPS, adapted to the number of persons in the car, one driver.  Extra drivers and/or underage drivers can be added with supplement.
    • Single: Economy except if the car is brought back to another city than the one it started from, than Compact.
    • Double/Twin: Compact
    • Triple: Intermediate
    • Quadruple and 2x double rooms: Fullsize.
  • Any other car rental category can be provided with the appropriate price adjustment.
  • Only for selfdrives booked as published: roadbook with description of day by day itinerary. (Only available in Dutch and French)
  • Local roadmap of the State or Province (Canda), or a road atlas if the trip brings you through different states.

Not Included

All services NOT mentioned such as: 

  • International passport and charges for ESTA = USA and or ETA = Canada.
  • Airline tickets, airport taxes, fuel surcharge, security fee, and more.
  • Meals at the hotels except if confirmed differently at time of confirmation.
  • Resort fees, Urban fees, Facility fees and other fees charged by some hotels and to be paid locally.
  • Eventual cost for a (new) Belgian - European drivers licence, if the current one does not state "Drivers Licence" in English.
  • Warrant/Security Deposit/Guarantee cost for rental cars, motorhomes, motorbikes, hotels and more.
  • Fuel for the vehicles and parking costs. 
  • Charges for tollroads en toll bridges
  • Insurances (cancellation insurance, travel and assistance insurance, luggage insurance, etc).
  • Admissions to the national parks, to attractions, extra excursions, etc.
  • All personal expenses (Food & Drinks), souvenirs and more. 

Good To Know

FLIGHTS:

Wings ‘n Wheels is offering a large choice of European and American carriers which operates daily flights to and from the USA and Canada, starting from Brussels and as well as from the main airports in neighboring countries.

International and eventual domestic flights are not included. Airlines work with flexible prices and availability does change quickly. Use the contact form below and send it to your travel agent (enter your postal code or city name or the name of your travel agency) and indicate accurately your travel dates (departure and return) together with the surname (family name), first name and date of birth of each traveler and Wings ‘n Wheels will search for the best deals, considering itinerary and pricing.

A-LA-CARTE   -  TAILOR MADE:

All self-drive itineraries can be amended and tailormade “ à la carte” to your wishes.

CARRENTAL - DRIVERS LICENCE:

It is mandatory to present a NATIONAL driving licence with on the front side "Driving Licence". An international drivers licence is a translation only and not a valid document to rent a vehicle.