At Hooked on Canada Holidays we have a great selection of fly drive tours through out British Columbia and Alberta. Here’s an amazing tour that will delight those who want to spend more time to truly experience Western Canada. Three wonderful weeks during which you’ll visit what this region has best to offer. On the menu are the the magnificent vineyards of the inside lands, legendary national parks Banff and Jasper and more, the fabulous emerald lakes of the Rockies, Vancouver Island’s rain forest, famous resorts, lively cities such as Vancouver, Victoria, Calgary.

21 DAYS/20 NIGHTS
FLY & DRIVE - WESTERN CANADA available 1st June to 15th October
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Day 1- Vancouver
Arrive to Vancouver for your circular tour of Western Canada and pick up your rental car . 

Day 2and 3 - Vancouver to Osoyoos 252 miles 401 km
Today you drive on into the Okanagan Valley, which is famous for its vineyards and orchards. There are also countless hiking trails and the magnificent lakes are perfect for swimming and water sports. Take your time on the drive and enjoy the stunning scenery

Day 4 and 5 - Osoyoos to Nelson 161 miles 258km
Your journey across British Columbia’s inner land now takes you to the historic town of Nelson.

Day 6 - Nelson to Cranbrook 143 miles 230km
The drive now leads you into the spectacular Kootenay region.

Day 7 – Cranbrook to Fernie 60 miles 97 km
Now your drive takes you in to the heart of the Rockies, the quaint town of Fernie is an ideal starting point to practice a wide selection of outdoor activities from hiking , mountain biking and much more.

Day 8 - Fernie to Calgary 180 miles 288km
Rendez-vous in the burgeoning city of Calgary. Home  of the 1988 Winter Olympics and of its World famous Stampede, Calgary is nestled between the prairies and the Rockies Mountain range and offers all the authentic traits of a western town.

Day 9 and 10 - Calgary to Banff 80 miles 129km
Explore legendary Banff National Park. You will also have the opportunity to admire Lake Louise and Moraine or to make an excursion to Johnston Canyon. A ride along the Icefield Parkway is recommended as well. Banff, tourism capital of the Rockies, located in the oldest Canadian national park. Banff is always home to a good time and there is something for everyone either in its museums, shops and bars or along its hiking trails and all over its mountains. One of those is Sulphur Mountain, which you will quickly ascend by aerial tram. At its summit you find an unobstructed view of the whole range and the village below. This is definitely postcard material. Back down to the village you can indulge in its shops and cafes before dropping in on its nightlife

Day 11 and 12 - Banff to Jasper 180 miles 288km
The drive now leads you towards famous Jasper National Park. Among other things, you will then have the opportunity to make fabulous hikes in the Maligne Lake area. Our destination is the quaint village of Jasper but a spectacle unfolds before our eyes on this drive,  lush coniferous forests, immense mountains, green lakes including mesmerizing Lake Louise, high-falling cascades and humbling glaciers. Stay alert, since many animals can also be seen from the road: elk, black bears and mountain goats. Stop on the way to see the behind-the-scenes beauty of this unspoiled domain, such as Athabasca falls and Columbia glacier.

Day 13 - Jasper to Clearwater 198 miles 318km
Your destination today is Wells Gray Park which is famous for its spectacular falls, its outstanding fauna and its numerous hiking trails. Why not try Kayaking on the lake to make a change from the driving.

Day 14 - Clearwater to Whistler 253 miles 406km
Continue on towards Whistler, the famous winter sport station which will host the Olympic ski competitions in 2010. Today you might want to book a mountain bike tour, fly fishing course, helicopter hike drop off, rafting trip or any other exciting adventure sport Whistler offers. All kind of hikes are also accessible

Day 15 and 16 - Whistler to Tofino 196 miles 314 km + ferry
Tofino is an excellent starting point to explore legendary Pacific Rim National Park. On the program is long beaches, the fascinating rain forests and the wildlife. If you like, you can also participate in a half-day whale-watching tour where you will have the opportunity to watch sea lions, sea otters and grey whales in their natural habitat (OPTIONAL).

Day 17 and 18 - Tofino to Victoria198 miles 317 km
During your trip you can stop in Stamp Falls Provincial Park to take in some fresh air and grab a bite to eat. If your timing is right, you might see salmon swimming up the current to spawn. Rendez-vous in Victoria, and discover the British charm of this elegant capital.

Day 19 and 20 - Victoria to Vancouver 40 miles 64km + ferry
Back on the mainland, continue on towards thrilling Vancouver! Its outstanding location between mountains and ocean definitely makes this city one of the most beautiful in the world. Discover its main attractions and let yourself immersed by its relaxed west-coast atmosphere.

Day 21 - Vancouver
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Optional Excursions - Booking code HOCGW-OE Adult £265 Child £209

• Vineyards of the west : 5 hours You will make a compete visit of a vineyard which is situated on the west coast of the Okanagan Lake. You will then be invited to a tasting session and you will enjoy a lunch in a magnificent setting.
• Whale of Bear watch: 3 hours A great tour aboard a zodiac in search of elusive black bears as they roam the beaches at low tides, rolling huge boulders aside in search of the shore crab. Whales are also common in this area.
• Double Decker tour of Vancouver: 2 hours, Board a two-floors bus and leave for a discovery of the city. The tour will take you to Robson Street, at Yaletown, Stanley park, at Granville island, Chinatown, Gastown, etc.
• Columbia Icefield: 1.5 hours , Covering 325 square kilometers area, the Ice Explorer buggy will bring you directly on the Athabasca Glacier where you will even have the opportunity to go for a short walk!

How to get there
There direct flight from the UK to Calgary and Vancouver. These are operated by Air Canada , BMI and British Airways.

to view our other tours in Western Canada : Pearls of the West , Grand Lodges and Ranches

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