You probably already have ideas for your holiday to the United States and Canada. Nature tours through the Rocky Mountains, spotting orcas near the San Juan Islands, or exploring the streets of San Francisco on the iconic cable car?
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Experience the rugged coastline of British Columbia and the lush nature of the Canadian Rockies. Together with your partner, you'll see spot whales and orcas by kayak. You will also explore the most epic nature parks inland, home to grizzly bears and moose.
Best Travel Time: Mid-May to mid-October (June-Mid-September is high season)
Moderate travel tempo
The average driving distance is 3-5 hours per day
The types of accommodations are cottages and lodges
Stay with the locals at 14 different locations
During your trip, your kilometres (and flights) are fully CO2 compensated
Below, you can discover our suggested locations. Feel free to adjust your comfort level, add activity packages along the route, and indicate whether you would like us to arrange your flights. The price indication is based on travel in the high season, so shoulder season travel will often give you a price advantage.
Route and Impressions
Soak up the city views of CalgaryBe enchanted by the beauty of Lake LouiseWould you like to spot grizzly bears and moose?Admire awe-inspiring waterfalls, alpine meadows and vast lakesOkanagan Valley has plenty to do in the summer monthsChilliwack is located on the Fraser Valley. Like most towns in the Fraser Valley, Chilliwack is home to many farmsExplore the capital of British ColumbiaIndulge in a range of outdoor activities in UclueletFrom Campbell River, you can visit many local gemsGo whale watchingSpot orcas in Desolation SoundWatch beautiful sunsets in NanaimoSpot grizzly and black bears and many other wild animals!Vancouver is an outdoor enthusiasts wonderland
Calgary
2 nights
Calgary is located in the eastern foothills of the Canadian Rockies, where the Bow and Elbow Rivers meet. Thanks to a rich Frontier past, the city is also known as Cowtown. Its most famous attraction is the annual Calgary Stampede rodeo show.
Banff National Park
3 nights
Admire the emerald waters of Lake Louise, walk among the flowers of the Sunshine Meadows or take a scenic drive along the Icefield Parkway. In Banff National Park, you can go hiking, bird watching, mountain climbing, canoeing, fishing, and even skiing.
Jasper National Park
3 nights
Jasper is the largest national park in the Canadian Rockies. It is home to fragile ecosystems and the world-famous Columbia Icefield. It is also teeming with wildlife, including the healthiest population of grizzly bears and moose in all of North America.
Wells Gray Provincial Park
2 nights
The park covers an area of 541,516 hectares and is famous for its many awe-inspiring waterfalls, colourful alpine meadows, and vast lakes. Outdoor enthusiasts will have a great time here. You can go kayaking, horse riding and there are hiking trails for all levels.
Okanagan Valley
3 nights
As well as the many wine tastings, festivals, and farmers' markets in Okanagan Valley, you can enjoy numerous sandy beaches and a variety of outdoor and water activities during the summer months. Go swimming and boating at Okanagan Lake or hike to the top of Giant's Head Mountain.
Chilliwack
2 nights
Like most towns in the Fraser Valley, Chilliwack is home to many farms. You can visit them on your own with the Circle Farm Tour, which takes you to the most welcoming farms in Chilliwack.
Victoria - Vancouver Island
2 nights
Victoria, the capital of British Columbia, is located at the southern end of Vancouver Island and is known as one of the most picturesque cities in Canada and North America. From historic castles to gardens and museums, you just can't get enough.
Ucluelet - Vancouver Island
3 nights
Ucluelet is the hidden gem of Vancouver Island. This old fishing village is partially surrounded by the Pacific Rim National Park Reserve, making it the ideal base for all kinds of outdoor activities such as hiking, biking, kayaking, surfing, and wildlife watching.
Campbell River - Vancouver Island
2 nights
Campbell River is the gateway to Strathcona Park, the Discovery Islands and the northwest region of Vancouver Island. These wilderness areas are home to a variety of wildlife, including killer whales, dolphins and bald eagles.
Telegraph Cove - Vancouver Island
2 nights
The village is characterised by wooden houses and jetties, surrounded by an eye-catching landscape of pine trees. Telegraph Cove is the starting point for kayakers and whale-watchers looking for orcas in Johnstone Strait.
Desolation Sound
3 nights
Desolation Sound consists of white peaks, forest-covered islands, and countless eye-catching bays and inlets. In the summer months, the water temperature rises to 27°C, making for great snorkelling, kayaking, and swimming.
Nanaimo
2 nights
Nanaimo is centrally located on the East Coast of Vancouver Island. The harbour is the central point of the city, where seaplanes take off and land, boats come and go, and walking paths run along the coast.
Coast Mountains
2 nights
The vast wilderness of the Coast Mountains has one of the largest populations of grizzly and black bears in Canada. You can also spot wolves, sea eagles, and other wildlife here.
Vancouver
3 nights
Vancouver is one of the few places on earth where you can ski, surf, and spot orcas while hiking. And all of that in one day!
You probably already have ideas for your holiday to the United States and Canada. Nature tours through the Rocky Mountains, spotting orcas near the San Juan Islands, or exploring the streets of San Francisco on the iconic cable car?
For the best local tips and advice, visit one of our online presentations. Meet our travel specialists and have all of your questions answered.
Questions? Speak to one of our specialists by phone Mon - Sat 0900 until 2100. You can discuss your travel plans in detail where and when it suits you, also in the evenings and on weekends on a no obligation basis.
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