Day 1 •  Arrive Seattle
Welcome to the Emerald City! Upon arrival, transfer on your own to the West Coast Grand on 5th Avenue in downtown Seattle. Your Canadian Rockies vacation begins with tonight’s Welcome Reception hosted by your Tour Director - a great way to meet your traveling companions and set the mood for the next 11 fabulous days! (R)

Day 2 •  Seattle Space Needle
This morning enjoy breakfast high atop the world famous Space Needle. Seattle's space-age landmark has crowned the city skyline since the 1962 World's Fair. Tour the Pike Place Market and historic Pioneer Square before heading north to Canada, where you will board a B.C. ferry for a scenic cruise to Vancouver Island and Victoria. On arrival in British Columbia's very British capital, settle into comfortable accommodations at the Ocean Pointe Resort. (B,D)

Day 3 •  Victoria Inner Harbor
A city tour of Victoria includes the Inner Harbor, crowned by the stately Empress Hotel, and a drive into the countryside to visit the renowned Butchart Gardens. This estate offers more than 700 varieties of flowers on 130 acres and includes Italian, Japanese and English-style gardens. The afternoon is free to do as you please. Perhaps enjoy High Tea, a stroll around Parliament or shop in the many distinctive stores in the downtown heritage district. (B)

Day 4 • BC Ferry - Vancouver
This morning board a B.C. Ferry for a picturesque cruise through the Gulf Islands to beautiful Vancouver. On arrival drive through wooded Stanley Park, Queen Elizabeth Park, Gastown and Chinatown before arriving at the Waterfront Hotel. This afternoon, travel across the Lion's Gate Bridge to see the soaring Capilano Suspension Bridge. Enjoy dinner this evening near the beautiful canyon. (B,D)

Day 5 •  Howe Sound - Whistle Village
Traveling north from Vancouver past Horseshoe Bay, you quickly reach the shore of fjord-like Howe Sound. Soon you are driving in the rugged Cheakamus Canyon, where 8,000-foot mountains like Diamond Head and Black Tusk herald your entry into the world-class mountain and ski resort of Whistler Village. (B,D)

Day 6  •  British Columbia - Blue River
A spectacular day lies ahead! This morning you will travel past some of the most rugged and beautiful lakes in British Columbia. On arrival at scenic Blue River, relax at a lovely lakeside resort featuring beautifully crafted log chalets. City life seems far away already. (B,D)

Day 7  •  Thompson & Blue Rivers - Jasper
An exciting day as you board a jetboat for a thrilling ride up the Thompson and Blue Rivers. Sit back and imagine the how difficult it would have been for the great pioneers of the 18th century to tackle these rivers in canoes! Then, travel northeast along the Yellowhead Highway, route of the original Hudson's Bay Company fur traders. As you near the early trading settlement of Tete Jaune Cache, catch a glimpse of the rugged Rockies and stand at the base of 12,972-foot Mt. Robson, the tallest mountain in the Canadian Rockies. Your overnight destination is the charming village of Jasper in Alberta. (B,D)

Day 8  •  Jasper at Leisure
Start the day with an included cruise to Maligne Lake and Spirit Island. This is probably one of the prettiest places anywhere. Afterwards, the day is free to enjoy the town of Jasper and its surroundings. Perhaps play a round of golf or take an optional soft adventure excursion in the area such as a raft ride on the Athabasca River. (B)

Day 9  •  Jasper - Icefields Parkway - Lake Louise
The spectacular Icefields Parkway threads through the very heart of the Rockies. Stop to view thundering Athabasca Falls, ride an exciting SnoCoach on 1,000-foot-thick Athabasca Glacier, and gaze in silent wonder at sapphire Peyto Lake. Day’s end finds you in the picture-book setting of Lake Louise. A lake-view room is guaranteed at the exquisite Chateau Lake Louise. (B,D)

Day 10  •  Lake Louise - Banff
The morning is free to walk along the lake's shore, go for a swim in the pool, or simply sit back and enjoy the scenery. After a mid-morning departure, you descend along the Bow River Valley, traveling past Castle Mountain and the Vermillion Lakes on the way to the resort town of Banff, your home for the next two nights. (B)

Day 11  •  Banff - Bow Falls
A leisurely morning tour of Banff includes Bow Falls and Tunnel Mountain. You might opt for an included gondola ride to the top of 7,500-foot Sulphur Mountain. This afternoon is free for shopping, a round of golf, or a relaxing swim in the hot springs. Tonight, join your fellow travelers for a Farewell Dinner hosted by your Tour Director. (B,D)

Day 12  •  Depart Calgary
Your grand journey comes to a close as you arrive at Calgary International Airport for your flight home. Please do not schedule homebound flights before 12 noon. Post nights are available for those wishing to spend time in Calgary. (B)

Price Includes:

• Scheduled flights when Pilgrim Tours issues the tickets
  Accommodation in twin-bedded rooms with private bath or shower
• Welcome reception (R); 11 breakfasts (B) including breakfast atop the Space Needle in Seattle, and 7 dinners (D) including a farewell dinner as indicated in the itinerary
• Deluxe air-conditioned, motorcoach with reclining seats 
• Services of a professional tour director
• Complete sightseeing program as detailed in the itinerary, including: Seattle; sail Seattle/Victoria on a B.C. ferry Butchart Gardens; cruise through the Gulf Islands to Vancouver; Blue River jet boat ride; Jasper; Icefields Parkway; Athabasca Glacier SnoCoach ride; Lake Louise; Banff; Sulphur Mountain gondola
• All admissions as outlined in the itinerary
• Tips for baggage handling and to hotel personnel; all local taxes