Summary
On this budget-friendly trip to Canada, take in breathtaking scenery and exciting adventures. Take a picturesque train ride from Vancouver's seaport through some of Canada's most stunning scenery. After taking in some guided sightseeing in Vancouver, hop on the Rocky Mountaineer train and set out on a two-day journey through breathtaking countryside, following the Fraser River past snow-capped peaks and ending in Kamloops. Ascend Kicking Horse Pass on your train after passing through the Selkirk Mountains and into the breathtaking Yoho National Park. You will also spiral through the Spiral tunnels. Pass via the Continental Divide to reach Alberta, Banff National Park, and Lake Louise Village, where you can spend the night. Enjoy two nights in Banff, where there are plenty of opportunities to go hiking, horseback riding, golf, and relax at the hot springs. Search for deer, bears, bighorn sheep, and the elusive wolf, maybe by helicopter during a side trip. See Emerald and Moraine Lakes and the natural bridge that spans the Kicking Horse River. Climb Bow Pass to see the shimmering Peyto Lake, and then take the Ice Explorer across the 750-foot-thick Columbia Icefield. On your way to Sun Peaks, pass through the breathtaking Jasper National Park and arrive at the foot of the 12,972-foot Mount Robson. Travel to Whistler by following the paths taken by the fur traders and the illustrious Gold Rush. After taking the boat to Victoria, spend a day at leisure and visit the stunning Butchart Gardens. Take a ferry back to Vancouver to enjoy your wonderful Canadian trip.