Western Canada Coach Tour & Alaskan Inside Passage from Vancouver, 12 September 2026 (15 nights)

An impressive mountain in the Bow River valley, Heart Mountain is just one of the peaks you’ll have the chance to admire on your journey from Calgary to Banff and Canmore. It boasts an elevation of over 7,000 feet and was named in 1957 for the heart-shaped layer of limestone found near its top.

Dead Man’s Flats is a charming hamlet you’re likely to pass through on your way from Calgary to Banff and Canmore. The hamlet’s motto is “more alive than dead”, and you’ll find a variety of explanations for the hamlet’s name itself. Some claim it’s associated with a murder that took place here in 1904, while others claim it’s related to several First Nations people who played dead to escape punishment for illegally trapping beaver. In any case, with Pigeon Mountain acting as a jaw-dropping backdrop, this small settlement offers you a fascinating insight into what life is like outside of major cities in this stunning region.

With an elevation of around 8,890 feet, Mount Fable is one of the stunning mountain peaks you’ll have no trouble admiring as you approach Banff and Canmore from Calgary. First ascended in 1947, this mountain gets its name from stories of a bush fire that caused a prior ascent attempt to fail, something the successful party considered a fable. It’s located east of Canmore, and forms part of the Ghost River Wilderness Area.

Home to world-famous turquoise waters, the impressive Victoria Glacier, and a breathtaking mountain backdrop, Lake Louise is among the most idyllic areas of Banff National Park. A lakeside hamlet with a stately chateau and several scenic hiking routes, this is one part of this national park perfect for leisurely strolling. In the summer months, a canoe dock invites visitors to spend some time on the water, while the winter months see the frozen lake transformed into an ice skating rink. So, no matter the time of year, Lake Louise remains a fantastic place to visit.

Banff National Park’s smallest official mountain, Tunnel Mountain (also known as Sleeping Buffalo), can be scaled in a few hours, making it one of the most popular peaks for visitors seeking to immerse themselves in the great outdoors and embark on an adventure through this magnificent region. It’s a fantastic way to get above Banff National Park and enjoy jaw-dropping panoramic views of the vibrant, mountainous landscapes found here. This area is also home to the Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity, an institution dedicated to the performing and fine arts, founded in 1933.

There’s nothing quite like enjoying a soothing soak in Banff National Park’s Upper Hot Springs, a warm outdoor pool area among the rugged peaks of Mount Rundle and Cascade Mountain. Home to breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding scenery and fresh mineral waters rumoured to have healing properties, visiting this unique preserved 1930s bathhouse is one of this national park’s greatest traditions. Within the bathhouse, you’ll also find interesting interpretive exhibits celebrating the Upper Hot Springs’ fascinating history, making a trip here even more worthwhile.

Banff National Park is one of the best places for scenic walking and hiking in Western Canada. Whether you’re looking for a quiet riverside stroll or an adventure up a mountainside, there’s a hiking experience for everyone here, with over 1,600 kilometres of maintained trails throughout the region. Many of the most famous hikes are easily accessible from Banff and Lake Louise, meaning you won’t need to travel far to find these excellent experiences.

Glacier National Park is one of the first areas you’ll pass through when traversing the Trans-Canada Highway from Canmore and Banff to Kamloops. Here, you’ll find parts of the Selkirk Mountains and the Rogers Pass National Historic Site – a historic route used to pass through the aforementioned Selkirk Mountains. Featuring dense, wildlife-filled forests, towering snow-capped peaks, and large, active glaciers, this is one area of Canada where you’ll have no trouble finding breathtaking landscapes to admire.

One of the tallest peaks in Yoho National Park, Mount Vaux boasts an elevation of almost 11,000 feet, making it quite easy to see from the Trans-Canada Highway on a clear day. In the Kicking Horse River valley of the national park, it enjoys Chancellor Peak and Mount Goodsir as neighbours, with the latter featuring a rugged peak that’s almost 1,000 feet taller than both Mount Vaux and Chancellor Peak, which are similar in elevation.

Home to expansive ice fields and some of the highest peaks in the Canadian Rockies, Yoho National Park boasts breathtaking landscapes for you to enjoy as you travel from Banff and Canmore to Kamloops. Established as a national park in 1886, this region is the traditional territory of the Secwepemc and Ktunaxa First Nations; these peoples used the area, particularly Kicking Horse Pass, to cross the Canadian Rockies and access important bison hunting grounds to the east.

Sitting on the edge of Garibaldi National Park, Whistler Mountain is the closest mountain to Whistler and home to the famous Whistler-Blackcomb ski resort. While not the tallest mountain peak in the region, Whistler Mountain still stands over 7,000 feet tall and lends itself to this town’s stunning backdrop. It also hosted several events during the 2010 Winter Olympics.

Encompassing much of the Garibaldi Range mountains, Garibaldi Provincial Park stretches south of Whistler and features jaw-dropping scenery you’ll have the chance to enjoy as you travel towards this town. Mount Garibaldi, situated south of Whistler, is one of the most iconic peaks in the area, dominating the surrounding landscape.

Sitting on the edge of Garibaldi National Park, Whistler Mountain is the closest mountain to Whistler and home to the famous Whistler-Blackcomb ski resort. While not the tallest mountain peak in the region, Whistler Mountain still stands over 7,000 feet tall and lends itself to this town’s stunning backdrop. It also hosted several events during the 2010 Winter Olympics.

A popular year-round skiing destination and the focal point of Cypress Provincial Park, Cypress Mountain is an impressive peak just north of Vancouver and one of the most impressive sights you’ll see as you approach this bustling city from Whistler along Highway 99. Home to over 50 ski runs catering to all skill levels and almost 20 kilometres of cross-country hiking trails, the shallower slopes of Cypress Mountain highlight the impressive scale of this mountainous region.

Located just south of Squamish along Highway 99, Murrin Provincial Park is just one example of the stunning wilderness you’ll pass through and alongside as you make your way from Whistler to Vancouver. Home to several interesting hiking routes and elevated areas ideal for viewing the local landscape, Highway 99 passes right alongside Browning Lake here, affording travellers sensational views of this serene scenery.

When you’re travelling from Whistler to Vancouver along Highway 99, the Sea-to-Sky Highway, you’ll encounter stunning coastal views courtesy of Howe Sound. An area connecting a network of fjords found northwest of Vancouver, Highway 99 runs along much of this sound’s eastern shore; so, you’ll have plenty of time to admire it as you make your way south. In the sound, you’ll find Anvil Island, Gambier Island, and Bowyer Island – all of which add to the breathtaking beauty of the region.

The oldest place within Vancouver at the heart of its very origins, Gastown was set up in 1867 by John Deighton whose various stories and adventures garnered him the name of ‘Gassy Jack.’ Nowadays, you’ll find fantastic restaurants, and the famous steam-powered clock in Maple Tree Centre.

In Vancouver’s China Town district you can visit the Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden where you can see a truly beautiful collection of plant life and ponds. There is also the Sam Kee Building which is the narrowest office building ever built, spanning barely 2 meters wide!

English Bay is a beautiful beach that is home to outstanding high-end shops and mouth watering restaurants. There are also waterfront trails to follow if you like beach walking.

Canada Place is the perfect spot to start your adventures around Vancouver as it is where you’ll first step ashore from your cruise ship. Explore the pier, and be taken back by the outstanding architecture and views. At the end of the pier you’ll find the Flyover Canada attraction. From here, you can also use Canada Place as a transit hub to other places around Vancouver.

One of the most popular highlights of the Tracy Arm Inlet is the Sawyer Glaciers. Iconic glaciers in Alaska, it spans over 30 miles and is made up of a north and south glacier. Featuring bright blue ice, these glaciers are simply out of this world.

If possible, take a boat tour through the fjord. This way, you’ll be able to get up close to the stunning natural beauty of the turquoise icebergs, waterfalls and glaciers.

One of the most popular highlights of the Tracy Arm Inlet is the Sawyer Glaciers. Iconic glaciers in Alaska, it spans over 30 miles and is made up of a north and south glacier. Featuring bright blue ice, these glaciers are simply out of this world.

Stephens Passage is a shortcut through Southeast Alaska, close by to South Juneau, therefore widely used by ships for many different reasons. Not only this, it’s a popular route for humpback whales and sea lions with plenty of opportunities to spot the mammals.

Mendenhall Glacier is 13 and a half miles of towering deeply packed ice over thousands of years. Named after Thomas Corwin Mendenhall, an alumnus of Ohio State University, the glacier tours are available by cruise ship, tour bus and even helicopter.

At 17 million square acres, Tongass boasts being the largest national park on US soil. Perfect for exploring via hiking trail or the famous mount Roberts aerial tramway, Tongass National Park has it all when it comes to Alaskan landscapes and wildlife.

Located inside the area of the Tongass National Park and Named in honour of Benjamin Franklin Tracy, Tracy Arm Fjord and Glacier of ice across from Stephen’s Passage is a truly breath-taking experience of nature in motion.

Cruising through the inside passage of Alaska is a simply a must to see dramatic scenery of mountains, fjords and glaciers, and whales playing in the bay right by your ship, as well as stopping off at the towns of Juneau, Ketchikan and Skagway.

Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve is a real highlight in any tour of Alaska due to its remarkable wall of ice, as well as surrounding wildlife and natural landscapes where you can see bears and eagles among the dramatic scenery.

Walk back in time to the golden age of the Klondike Gold Rush in the old White Pass & Yukon Route depot, and learn all about this unique era that captures the intrigue of all who discover it with presentations, artefact exhibits and even a film.

Housed within a building dating back to 1898, the Skagway Museum is a fascinating attraction showcasing an array of exhibits that showcase the history of Skagway.

This fun and exciting attraction gives you the chance to enjoy Alaskan-caught food over a wood fire, before heading out to explore the old trail camp- where there is an array of vintage clothing and antiques. Within the trail there’s also the opportunity to explore picturesque fields and waterfalls, as well as being able to enjoy some good old fashioned gold panning!

Boasting one of the most extensive collections of original 19th-century totem poles salvaged from abandoned Tingit settlements. Many other original Native American artefacts are displayed here, as well as traditional arts and crafts workshops being held to keep native skills and traditions alive.

Enjoy a fun-filled lumberjack show filled with tree climbing, log rolling, axe throwing and more. An exciting activity to enjoy in Ketchikan, you’ll feel fully immersed into this North American tradition.

A historic area that’s filled with pretty, stilt houses, it’s listed on the National Register of Historic Places and is a popular place to visit whilst in Ketchikan. The perfect photo opportunity, the boardwalk is very picturesque.

The oldest place within Vancouver at the heart of its very origins, Gastown was set up in 1867 by John Deighton whose various stories and adventures garnered him the name of ‘Gassy Jack.’ Nowadays, you’ll find fantastic restaurants, and the famous steam-powered clock in Maple Tree Centre.

In Vancouver’s China Town district you can visit the Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden where you can see a truly beautiful collection of plant life and ponds. There is also the Sam Kee Building which is the narrowest office building ever built, spanning barely 2 meters wide!

English Bay is a beautiful beach that is home to outstanding high-end shops and mouth watering restaurants. There are also waterfront trails to follow if you like beach walking.

Canada Place is the perfect spot to start your adventures around Vancouver as it is where you’ll first step ashore from your cruise ship. Explore the pier, and be taken back by the outstanding architecture and views. At the end of the pier you’ll find the Flyover Canada attraction. From here, you can also use Canada Place as a transit hub to other places around Vancouver.