Holiday Overview
A fantastic opportunity to enjoy the Peaks of the Rocky Mountains and the grapes of the wine region! Drive at your own pace through the Rockies to Banff, via Whistler, Sun Peaks and Jasper.
You then head to the wine region of the Okanagan Valley, following the Thompson River to Kamloops and then into the wine region itself! All our Canada holidays are tailored to your individual requirements and budget. For your personalised quotation, please contact our Canada experts today.
Peaks & Grapes Fly Drive includes:
- Return flights from the UK
- All hotels
- Admission to Hat Creek Ranch
- Admission to either Banff Upper Hot Springs or Miette Hot Springs Jasper
- Ice Explorer ride onto the Athabasca Glacier
- Sulphur Mountain Gondola
- Wine Tour of the Okanagan Wine Region. (adults 19+ only)
- Car Hire (We recommend adding Sat Nav)
Day 1 - Vancouver to Whistler (122 km/76 mi)
Your self-drive holiday begins today as you pick up your rental car. Depart Vancouver along the scenic Sea to Sky Highway to Whistler. Highlights along the way include the cascading Shannon Falls and the Stawamus Chief Rock where climbers from all over the globe migrate to climb the granite cliffs. Arrive into Whistler by early afternoon.
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Aava Hotel
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Hilton Whistler Resort & Spa
Fairmont Chateau Whistler
Day 2 - Whistler Exploring
This charming alpine resort is nestled between world-renowned Whistler and Blackcomb Mountains. Enjoy an extensive range of summer activities from golf on one of the 4 championship designer golf courses, water activities on any of the 5 lakes or numerous rivers, to mountain top dining or just relax and enjoy some of the many fine cafes and restaurants if this European inspired alpine village.
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Aava Hotel
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Hilton Whistler Resort & Spa
Fairmont Chateau Whistler
Day 3 - Whistler to Sun Peaks (293 km/183 mi)
Begin your drive on the Duffey Lake Road where you will see stunning views of the Joffre Glacier. Continue on through Lillooet known as the land of the Gold Rush Trail and onto Cache Creek where you stop to visit the historic Hat Creek Ranch (included). From here travel a short distance to your overnight accommodation at the Cahilty Lodge, located in a stunning resort of Sun Peaks.
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Nancy Greene`s Cahilty Hotel and Suites
Day 4 - Sun Peaks to Jasper (444 km/277 mi)
Today, follow the Thompson River through rolling plateaus to the snowy peaks of the Monashee Mountains. View Pyramid Falls and the expansive glaciers of the Albreda Icefields. Pass by Mount Robson, at 3954 metres (12,972 feet), which is the highest peak in the Canadian Rockies. Arrive in Jasper late afternoon.
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Lobstick Lodge
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Sawridge Inn & Conference Centre Jasper
Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge
Day 5 - Jasper Sightseeing
Explore this charming mountain village close to many terrific scenic highlights. Take a tram ride up Whistlers mountain, or visit Maligne Lake, one of the most photographed lakes in the world, and enjoy a 90 minute cruise heading toward the south end of this postcard setting (Maligne Lake cruise not included). You will marvel at the magnificent shoreline with dense forest and glacial peaks rising abruptly from the water’s edge. Stopping at Spirit Island, you will have the opportunity to take your own version of the world famous photograph of the lake. Optional Add-On Jasper - Rafting (Duration 3 hrs) Enjoy a gentle rafting tour on the Athabasca River for a unique perspective of Jasper National Park. The 16 kilometre, 21/2 hour round trip passes through many small sets of rapids and calm stretches, which allows your National Park Licensed guide to point out the natural and human history of Jasper. Specially designed rafts offer a safe, comfortable ride that any first time rafter will enjoy. This trip is for everyone from toddlers to seniors.
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Lobstick Lodge
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Sawridge Inn & Conference Centre Jasper
Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge
Day 6 - Jasper to Banff (292 km/182 mi)
Your scenic drive today takes you through the spine of the Canadian Rockies. View a never-ending procession of mammoth mountains, jagged peaks, over 100 glaciers and pristine emerald colour lakes. Along the way see such sights as the Columbia Icefield and take an Ice Explorer ride out onto the glacier (included). Also watch for the Sarbach Glacier, Peyto Lake, Bow Lake, with the Bow Glacier providing the backdrop, and Crowfoot Glacier before your arrival into Lake Louise. From Lake Louise choose the Bow Valley Parkway, beside the Bow River with an option for you to take a stop at Johnston Canyon and walk along the paved footpath to either the lower or upper waterfalls before continuing to Banff.
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Irwin's Mountain Inn
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Banff Caribou Lodge & Spa
The Fairmont Banff Springs
Day 7 - Banff Sightseeing (Banff Gondola)
A full day to explore Banff and area. In town you'll find lots of excitement - shopping, cafes, nightlife, museums. Check out the Cave and Basin National Historic Site, Banff Gondola (included) where you will see a panoramic view of the Bow Valley, and then take a dip in the hot mineral pools at the Upper Hot Springs. Optional Add-On Sundance Loop Horse Back Trail Ride (Duration 2 hrs) Departing from Warner Stables, your cowboys will lead you through the Cave & Basin-the original hot springs-along the Bow River. Fantastic scenery surrounds as you climb up Sulphur Mountain around the Windy Knoll viewpoint. The ride loops around the marsh, following the Bow River, bringing you back to the Stables
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Irwin's Mountain Inn
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Banff Caribou Lodge & Spa
The Fairmont Banff Springs
Day 8 - Banff to Kelowna (482 km/301 mi)
Your journey today takes you through some of the most spectacular stretches of highway in Canada. Follow the Kicking Horse Pass, which takes you to Rogers Pass and onto the beautiful shorelines of Shuswap Lake, home to Canada's largest sockeye salmon spawn to the south fork of the Thompson River. Optional Add-On House Boating on Shuswap Lake (4 Days / 3 Nights) Countless kilometers of pristine shoreline on Shuswap Lake await your exploration. Sun drenched beaches, beautiful waterfalls and awesome fishing are yours to discover from the comfort of your home away from home. The highway follows the Thompson into the dry interior grasslands and the city of Kamloops. At this point the highway begins the long descent into the hot, dry interior, initially through 'cattle country' then down into the orchard country of the Okanagan Valley. Set on the shores of Lake Okanogan, over 90 kilometres long, Kelowna has become a large lakeside resort, with long, hot summers.
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Prestige Beach House Inn
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Delta Hotels Grand Okanagan Resort
Day 9 - Kelowna
Leave the city behind and take a relaxing tour into the countryside where we combine the best of the Lake, the Valley and the Vines. You'll experience the wineries we call hidden treasures and sample a selection of the Okanagan's finest wines. Featured wineries will include four of the following: Sumac Ridge, Thornhaven, Dirty Laundry, Greata Ranch, Hijas Bonitas and Rollingdale. This tour includes: Tastings at a minimum of four wineries, Gourmet vineyard or lake side lunch,and a full tour of one of the wineries plus hotel pick-up and drop-off
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Prestige Beach House Inn
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Delta Hotels Grand Okanagan Resort
Day 10 - Kelowna to Vancouver (371 km/232 mi)
An amazing trip awaits you today, from Kelowna to Vancouver. Travel via the Okanagan connector to the Coquihalla Highway. Along the way stop at any of the roadside stalls offering for sale during the long summer day's cherries, apples, apricots, pears, peaches, grapes and plums. Turning onto the Coquihalla Highway climb to an elevation of 1244 metres where over 10 metres of snow can fall in an average winter. You will witness incredible feats of engineering as you travel through the Great Bear snow shed, crossing the Dry Gulch Bridge (over 280 metres long and 175 metres high). Begin descending from the summit pass through some of the most beautiful landscapes in the province. This dramatic change of environment is always exhilarating, as you go from bright sunlight on the high rock faces to misty coastal cedars and tall firs in the space of half an hour. Approaching the Pacific coast, the canyon opens into the broad fertile Fraser Valley. A stop at Minter Gardens in the Fraser Valley is a must!
Aava Hotel
The Aava is just a snowballs throw from Whistler Village and a few more footsteps to the lifts of Whistler & Blackcomb Mountains. Experience Whistlers’ culinary excellence and vibrant nightlife. Whether for business or fun, the Aava is the perfect hotel to relax in affordable style.
Hilton Whistler Resort & Spa
Relax and unwind at the luxurious, award winning Hilton Whistler Resort & Spa. The hotel is ideally located in the heart of Whistler Village, situated one block from Village Square and a few steps from the chairlifts leading to the Whistler/Blackcomb ski resort. Whistler Golf Course along with the Whistler Conference Centre is also nearby.
Fairmont Chateau Whistler
Nestled at the base of Blackcomb Mountain, Whistler's landmark ski-in ski-out hotel and golf resort, The Fairmont Chateau Whistler defines mountain luxury. Naturally spectacular, The Fairmont Chateau Whistler resort hotel delivers an ideal setting for families, meetings and weddings alike.
Delta Sun Peaks Resort
Located in the heart of the quaint, European-style village of Sun Peaks at Tod Mountain.
Lobstick Lodge
The Lobstick Lodge in Jasper is an ideal setting for your next family, group, or individual holiday adventure. Located near the slopes, this Jasper hotel is minutes from Jasper Activity Centre and close to winter activities such as cross-country skiing and ice skating. Also nearby are Jasper National Park and Jasper-Yellowhead Museum and Archives.
Sawridge Inn & Conference Centre, Jasper
Offering cosy accommodations, eclectic dining, extensive resort style facilities, and a wide variety of exciting adventure and relaxation packages, The Sawridge Inn Jasper is the hotel of choice when visiting the beautiful Jasper National Park. Located at the east end of the town's main street, this resort style property can accommodate all of your needs.
Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge
Located on the shores of Beauvert Lake in the magnificent Canadian Rockies in a UNESCO World Heritage Site, The Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge resort invites you to experience the unique accommodations and Luxury Signature Cabins, sure to evoke memories of this Jasper Lodge that will last a lifetime.
Irwins Mountain Inn, Banff
Irwin's Mountain Inn located in Banff National Park in the heart of the iconic Canadian Rockies.
Banff Caribou Lodge & Spa
Located in Banff National Park, the Banff Caribou Lodge & Spa offers a mountain lodge hotel featuring luxurious spa services and facilities as well as comfortable accommodation, all in one outstanding location. This ideal holiday spot is located on Banff Avenue, the main street in the town of Banff. Surrounded by mountains, there are plenty of activities to keep you busy. Take advantage of the complimentary passes for the Banff transit, which offers service to various attractions.
The Fairmont Banff Springs
The Fairmont Banff Springs hotel in Alberta, Canada is one of the world's leading luxury hotels set in its own extensive grounds. This resort, built in 1888, is styled after a Scottish Baronial castle and is a National Historic Site. Located in Banff National Park, the Banff Springs hotel boasts stunning views, exceptional regional cuisine and impeccable service offering an unforgettable retreat.
Prestige Inn, Kelowna
Based in Kelowna, Prestige Hotels and Resorts is a young and progressive, family-owned and operated chain of hotels and resorts with a dedication to the true spirit of hospitality.
Delta Hotels Grand Okanagan Resort
Enhance your visit to the Okanagan Valley with an lakefront stay at the Delta Hotels Grand Okanagan Resort. Offering a dramatic, luxurious setting on Okanagan Lake in downtown Kelowna, the hotel is the region's premier resort.
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Alternative Holidays That May Interest You
Below you will find a small selection of 2022, 2023 holidays that may interest you. Remember, we tailor-make each holiday to your exact needs, so please call us on 0800 270 0009 and let one of our Holiday experts design the perfect trip for you
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