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Calgary Stampede & Western Highlights
From £3,839 pp
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13 nights
Fly Drive-
Economy flights
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Available July
Take in some of West Coast Canada’s best attractions on this magical fly-drive journey. The adventure begins in the Stampede City of Calgary where you will spend two days at the “The Greatest Outdoor Show on Earth”. Then drive through the breathtaking Canadian Rockies, marvelling at the soaring mountains, turquoise lakes and mighty glaciers. Your journey ends at the beautiful city of Vancouver, located by the Pacific Ocean and Coastal Mountains.
What’s included?
- International flights from the UK based on economy class
- 12 nights accommodation
- Calgary Stampede two-day Thrill Package including:
- Event tickets providing entrance to Stampede Park for 2 days
- Reserved Main Level Rodeo seat
- Reserved Balcony Level Evening Show seat
- 1 Calgary Stampede Souvenir Program
- Calgary Stampede cowboy hat and tote bag
- One Westjet Skyride ticket across Stampede Park
- 1 night at Glacier View Lodge including dinner and breakfast at Altitude Restaurant
- Exclusive evening Ice Explorer tour
- Exclusive morning Glacier Skywalk tour
- 9 days Intermediate car hire with Fully Inclusive insurance
Holiday Map
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Your day-to-day plan
Day 1
Calgary
Arrive at Calgary International Airport and transfers independently to your hotel. The rest of the day is free to explore the city, so head up the Calgary Tower for views over the prairies and distant Rocky Mountains and stroll down 8th Avenue with it’s historic buildings now converted into shops, bars and restaurants.
Day 2
Calgary Stampede
Over the next two days we welcome you to the event most appropriately named “The Greatest Outdoor Show on Earth”. Included this afternoon is a ticket to the rodeo with gate admission. The best of the best saddle-up for a three-hour ground shaking showcase of world-class rodeo action. There are Saddle Bronco and Bareback riding events followed by the most dangerous event of all - Bull Riding but the excitement doesn’t stop there, check out the speed and timing of the barrel racing or the fun of the children’s sheep riding events.
Day 3
Calgary Stampede
Enjoy the atmosphere as the whole city embraces Stampede fever, if you are feeling hungry why not attend one of the free Calgary Stampede Breakfasts that the city has become well known for. Great food and hospitality await! Later today return to Stampede Park for the Rangeland Derby, where in the evening, nine heart-stopping Chuckwagon races explode in an all-out dash for the finish line. Chuckwagon racing is an amazing contest of nerves and horsepower - a challenge that ignites thousands of fans. Following this enjoy the outdoor stage spectacular. For two hours, you will be dazzled by the lavishly produced and choreographed non-stop musical variety grandstand show, featuring elaborate song and dance numbers and acrobatics.
Day 4-5
Banff
Pick up your hire car and head straight for the mountains! Your destination is the charming mountain town of Banff which is just 90 minutes away. Take time to explore the vibrant mountain town and surrounding National Park, there’s an endless list of outdoor activities to enjoy! Start by taking the Banff Gondola up to the top of Sulphur Mountain to enjoy incredible views of the 6 mountain ranges that surround the town and then stroll the riverside path to the beautiful Bow Falls. In the evening, relax in the thermal waters of the historic Banff Upper Hot Springs, a magical experience that has drawn visitors to Banff since 1886.
Day 6
Icefields Parkway
Start the day with a visit to Lake Louise, one of the most photographed lakes in the world, before joining the Icefields Parkway, one of the most scenic highways in the world. Take your time driving this parkway, stopping at the many spectacular viewpoints at Bow Lake. Peyto Lake, The Big Bend and Panther Falls. Arrive in the afternoon at the Columbia Icefield, one of the largest accumulations of ice south of the Arctic Circle where you will spend the night at the Glacier View Lodge. This evening you will have an exclusive Ice Explorer tour, stepping out onto the Athabasca Glacier, before enjoying dinner at the Altitude Restaurant.
Day 7
Icefields Parkway
After breakfast, join an exclusive tour to the Glacier Skywalk for unobstructed views of the Sunwapta Valley. Continue north on the Icefields Parkway, making a stop at the Athabasca Falls and at Mt Edith Cavell for a hike on the Path of the Glacier trail to see new growth alpine forest and spectacular views of Mt. Edith Cavell and the Angel Glacier. Take a ride on the Jasper Skytram and enjoy the views from the top of Whistlers Peak before finishing your adventure on the Icefields Parkway in the town of Jasper.
Day 8-9
Jasper
You have two free days to explore Jasper and the surrounding national park. We recommend you drive to the famous Maligne Lake and cruise to Spirit Island, an iconic vista of the Canadian Rockies with distant jagged mountains providing the perfect backdrop. Along the way stop at the dramatic Maligne Canyon and viewpoint over Medicine Lake and be on the lookout for wildlife, Jasper is known for the herd of Elk that graze on the outskirts of town.
Day 10
Sun Peaks
Follow the Yellowhead Highway as it takes you through the mountains, past Mt. Robson, the tallest peak in the Canadian Rockies and make a stop in Blue River to join a River Safari in search of resident black bear. End the day at Sun Peaks, a small mountain resort where you can experience alpine hiking and wander through the pedestrian village filled with restaurants, cafés, shops, pubs and friendly locals.
Day 11
Harrison Hot Springs
On todays drive, we recommend you follow the Trans-Canada Highway, and marvel as it weaves its way down the Fraser Canyon. An ideal place to stop is at Hell's Gate where an airtram takes you down into the canyon and you can experience the intense power of the Fraser River and learn about the many historic events that happened here. End the day in Harrison Hot Springs, a small village at the southern end of Harrison Lake famous for its healing hot springs.
Day 12-13
Vancouver
You last day on the road will see you arrive in the coastal city of Vancouver. On the way stop at Fort Langley National Historic Site and discover the rich and varied history of this Hudson’s Bay Company fur trading post as you explore the rough-hewn timber buildings that recreate life in the 1800s. Arrive in the Vancouver and spend in the historic district of Gastown, which is home to fabulous restaurants, bars, and souvenir shops. The next day is to explore, we recommend taking a stroll round Stanley Park and then catching the Aquabus over to Granville Island to discover a world of food, art and culture.
Day 14
Fly Home
Your Canadian adventure has come to an end. You still have time to enjoy attractions such as Vancouver Lookout and FlyOver Canda, and after some last-minute gift shopping, transfer independently to Vancouver International Airport for your flight home.
Featured hotels for this holiday ...
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Glacier View Lodge
3 star
Nestled alongside the iconic Columbia Icefield, offering unrivalled views of neighbouring glaciers and snowy peaks, the Glacier View Lodge is an experience like no other.
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Take advantage of the following offers on this holiday
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Stay connected with up to 5GB of FREE data
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Whistler In-Resort Vouchers
Receive up to $250 CAD in vouchers
Receive up to $250 CAD in dining vouchers to spend in Whistler resort. This is a limited time offer.
Ski Banff & Lake Louise Offer
Kids ski and rent free plus lift ticket & equipment rental early booking discount
Kids ski and rent free plus lift ticket & equipment rental early booking discount when you book by 31st August 2025.
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Ski Jasper Offer
Lift ticket & equipment rental early booking discount
Receive discounted lift tickets & rental equipment when you book by 31st August 2025.
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Ski Jasper Offer
Lift ticket & equipment rental early booking discount
Receive discounted lift tickets & rental equipment when you book by 31st July 2025.
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This holiday requires an ETA for entry to Canada, for full details and to apply please see below:
Please note Parks Canada charge fees at most national parks and historic sites across the country. Parks Canada passes can be purchased as part of your holiday, speak to your sales advisor for more details. Early booking is recommended.
For further information about national parks and historic sites in Canada or to reserve campsites and activities, please visit:
