“This self-drive adventure doesn’t just offer scenic drives; you’ll stay in some amazing locations in the Canadian Rockies. Relaxing in a log cabin next to Emerald Lake in Yoho National Park is a real highlight of this trip.”
Upon arrival at the airport, you’ll pick up your rental car and start your drive towards Whistler.
The first part of your drive takes you along the scenic Sea to Sky Highway, passing Shannon Falls and the Stewamus Chief Rock, before stopping at Whistler for a break.
Continue along the Duffey Lake Road, past the Joffre Glacier, to your accommodation in Gold Bridge, where you can check in and relax.
Enjoy a day at leisure exploring the Chilcotin Mountains, just outside Gold Bridge.
There’s an array of activities available, including horseback riding, mountain biking, hiking, watersports, and even flightseeing.
After breakfast, continue your drive to Lac Le Jeune. The route takes you through Lillooet, an important location in Canada’s gold rush history. Upon arrival in Lac Le Jeune, check into your accommodation and explore
your new surroundings.
Today’s drive will take you along the Thompson River to the Monashee Mountains. Stop to admire the Pyramid Creek Falls and Albreda Icefields as you make your way to Jasper and your next accommodation.
Enjoy a day at leisure exploring Jasper and the Jasper National Park.
Your Lightfoot Travel Designer can recommend activities that suit your interests prior to departure, including riding a tram up Whistler Mountain, a boat cruise on Maligne Lake, a soak in hot springs, or a rafting adventure on the Athabasca River.
After breakfast you’ll continue your journey to Moraine Lake. This scenic drive takes you through the heart of the Canadian Rockies, past snow-tipped mountains and glacial lakes. Stop at the Athabasca Glacier for an Ice Explorer adventure, before continuing to your next accommodation.
This morning you’ll have a short drive to your next accommodation at Emerald Lake in the heart of the Yoho National Park. Settle in and relax by the lake.
Enjoy a day at leisure exploring the Yoho National Park. Activities include hiking, biking, canoeing on Emerald Lake, horseback riding, white-water rafting, and gondola rides in the mountains.
Start today with a leisurely drive to Banff along the Bow Valley Parkway. En route, stop at Johnston Canyon to see the waterfalls, before checking into your next accommodation. In the afternoon, there’s plenty to explore in the town of Banff.
Spend a day exploring the area around Banff. You might wish to visit the Cave and Basin National Historic Site, ride the Banff Gondola, or bathe in the Upper Hot Springs.
Today you’ll drive to the airport where you’ll drop off your rental car and catch your onward flight.
AUTHENTICITYWe won't take you to the usual tourist traps, instead we'll introduce you to people that show you the true side of a country. With our contacts in each destination, we can arrange for you to meet locals away from the crowds and ensure an authentic experience.
EXPERTISEYou can rely on our extensive first-hand knowledge and years of experience in the country you’re visiting. We use only the best expert guides, and provide insider tips on the local customs, and everything from vibrant festivals to hidden Himalayan monasteries
PERSONAL SERVICEYour holiday will be as unique as you are. By getting to know you and what makes you tick, we fuse our wealth of expertise and a deep understanding of our destinations to create unique day by day itineraries that are built around you.
