Itinerary
Day 1: Vancouver --Grizzli Winery --Okanagan Lake --Revelstoke / Salmon Arm
Pass By: Vancouver, Vancouver, British Columbia
In the morning, we will pass through the town of Merritt and head to visit the famous local "VQA" rare wine winery. Shortly after, we will head to Kelowna: the hometown of fruits in BC and take a visit to the Okanagan Lake. Finally, we will return back to Revelstoke.
Itinerary:
Vancouver → Merritt (pass by) → Grizzli Winery+Okanagan Lake (45 mins) → Revelstoke / Salmon Arm
Pass By: Merritt, Merritt, British Columbia
Merritt (pass by)
Stop At: Grizzli Winery, 2550 Boucherie Rd, West Kelowna, British Columbia V1Z 2E6 Canada
Grizzli Winery+Okanagan Lake (TOTAL VISIT TIME FOR BOTH TWO PLACES IS 45 mins)
Grizzli Winery is located in the center of Okanagan, Canada. The Winery is surrounded by a number of mountains and lakes! The sunshine and large temperature differences between day and night helps create the uniquely tasting wines.
Duration: 45 minutes
Pass By: Okanagan Lake, Kelowna, British Columbia Canada
Okanagan Lake is a lake where algae and plant growth are limited. The shallow portions at either end of the lake tend to have the most plant growth. This lake is a must-see destination and will be definitely worth the visit.
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Hotel:Sandman Hotel / Days Inn / Travelodge Inn Or Hilltop Inn - Salmon Arm Or similar
Day 2: Revelstoke / Salmon Arm --Banff National Park --Banff
Pass By: Revelstoke, Revelstoke, Kootenay Rockies, British Columbia
Today, we will visit the famous "Last Spike" in the Pacific Railroad Memorial Park. Join us for an epic scenic drive to Yoho National Park! We will head to Vermilion Lake where the water originates from the hot springs of the Sulphur Mountain! The color of the riverbed has become brown, making it photographic favorable region in Banff. Shortly after, we will head to Bow Falls and finally arrive at the Banff National Park!
Itinerary:
Revelstoke / Salmon Arm → The Last Spike (30 mins) → Yoho National Park (Drive through) → Vermillion Lake → Bow Falls (15 mins) → Banff National Park → Banff Gondola (mandatory , 60 mins) → Banff Upper Hot Spring (ticket included, 60 mins) → Banff
Pass By: Salmon Arm, Salmon Arm, British Columbia
Kindly Reminder:
1. The hot spring area provides a locker (with a slight fee) for customers. Please take extra care of your valuables as you are responsible for your own belongings.
2. The hot spring area provides swimsuit and towel rental services.
3. This hot spring is a complimentary item. If you are unable to participate in the hot spring due to personal reasons or the maintenance and closure of the scenic spot, there will be no refund.
Stop At: The Last Spike, Highway 1, Craigellachie, Malakwa, BC V0E 2S0, Canada
The Last Spike was the final and ceremonial railway spike driven into the Canadian Pacific Railway (CPR) track by company director Donald Smith on the morning of November 7th, 1885. The ceremony marked the completion of the transcontinental CPR. It was a muted affair at which a group of company officials and laborers gathered at Craigellachie. The Last Spike symbolized more than just the completion of a railway. Contemporaries and historians have viewed the Last Spike as an event when national unity was recognized.
Duration: 30 minutes
Pass By: Yoho National Park, Yoho National Park, Kootenay Rockies, British Columbia
Yoho National Park lies on the western slopes of the Canadian Rocky Mountains. Vertical rock walls, waterfalls and high peaks draw visitors from all around the world to this unique national park! Yoho offers exceptional hiking and sightseeing for everyone to enjoy! The park even offers a unique glimpse of Canada’s natural wonders and an insight of this alpine majesty!
Stop At: Bow Falls, Banff, AB T0L, Canada
Bow Falls is a major waterfall on the Bow River. It offers breathtaking views and an experience to be closer to nature! Bow Falls is also famously featured in the 1953 Marilyn Monroe film River of No Return. Embrace your inner nature love and be amazed by its wonderous beauty.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Banff Gondola, Mountain Avenue, Banff, Banff National Park, Alberta T1L 1B2 Canada
Explore the one-of-a-kind Gondola ride to the top of the Sulphur Mountain to experience a stunning view of six incredible mountain ranges. Banff Gondola provides breathtaking views in every direction that you look at! It is an eight-minute journey to the summit of Sulphur Mountain! On a clear and sunny day, the gondola becomes a perfect activity for families, groups, and couples to enjoy.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Banff Upper Hot Springs, 1 Mountain Ave, Banff, Banff National Park, Alberta T1L 1K2 Canada
The Banff Hot Springs is a top-favorite today amongst visitors and locals! It is a perfect location to enjoy a time of relaxation and peace! This historic spa and bath house lies up against a backdrop of the spectacular alpine scenery. It’s simply magical to sit in the comfort of soothing hot water during the wintertime while watching snow fall on the surrounding peaks.
Duration: 1 hour
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Hotel:Elk + Avenue Hotel Or Irwin's Mountain Inn Or similar
Day 3: Banff --Johnston Canyon --Lake Louise --Revelstoke / Salmon Arm
Pass By: Banff National Park, Banff National Park, Alberta
Join us as we travel over to the famous Johnston Canyon! Following, we will proceed to Lake Louise, which was named after the beautiful Princess Louise of the British royal family.
Itinerary:
Banff → Johnston Canyon (60 mins) → Lake Louise (60 mins) → Pass by Yoho National Park and Glacier National Park → Revelstoke / Salmon Arm
Stop At: Johnston Canyon, Banff National Park, Alberta Canada
Johnston Canyon is a must-visit natural attraction and one of the most popular destinations in Banff National Park! The dramatic Johnston Canyon is a breathtaking beauty and located in the Banff National Park. Overhanging canyon walls, waterfalls, deep pools of Johnston Creek, and lush forests can be seen here at the Johnston Canyon!
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Lake Louise, Banff National Park, Alberta T0L 1E0 Canada
Lake Louise has a rich heritage as one of the world’s most awe-inspiring mountain destinations. It is a hamlet within Banff National Park. Lake Louise is named after Princess Louise, Duchess of Argyll. Lake Lousie is one of the most famous mountain vistas in the world and is truly a site to see!
Duration: 1 hour
Pass By: Glacier National Park of Canada, Glacier National Park of Canada, Kootenay Rockies, British Columbia
Glacier National Park is one of 43 national parks located within Canada. It has approximately 521 square miles of protected areas includes portions of the Columbia Mountains, as well as Rogers Pass National Historic Site. The park contains active glaciers and snowy peaks! It is also home to one of Canada’s largest cave systems and even offers a large selection of plants and animals.
Pass By: Yoho National Park, Yoho National Park, Kootenay Rockies, British Columbia
Yoho National Park lies on the western slopes of the Canadian Rocky Mountains. Vertical rock walls, waterfalls and dizzying peaks draw visitors from all around the world to this unique national park! Yoho offers exceptional hiking and sightseeing for everyone to enjoy! The park even offers a unique glimpse of Canada’s natural wonders and an insight of this alpine majesty!
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Hotel:Sandman Hotel / Days Inn / Travelodge Inn Or Hilltop Inn - Salmon Arm Or similar
Day 4: Revelstoke / Salmon Arm --Kamloops -- Vancouver
Pass By: Salmon Arm, Salmon Arm, British Columbia
Today, we will depart from Revelstoke in the morning and proceed to the Kamloops which is the hometown of Ginseng. Finally, we will drive back to Vancouver.
Itinerary:
Revelstoke / Salmon Arm → Kamloops Sunmore Ginseng Factory (40 mins) → Drive through Fraser Valley → Vancouver
Stop At: Sunmore Ginseng 參盟西洋參廠, 甘露市, 925 McGill Pl, Kamloops, BC V2C 6N9, Canada
Ginseng Factory is located in Kamloops. Due to its pollution-free fertile soil and semi-desert dry climate, Kamloops has become the largest producer of American ginseng. It is famously known as the ''Ginseng Capital.” During this visit, visitors will have the chance to understand the growth process of American ginseng and its various nourishing medicinal effects.
Duration: 40 minutes
Pass By: Fraser Valley, BC, Canada
Drive through Fraser Valley → Vancouver
No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.