Calgary to Vancouver 8 – A scenic, classic, route in the beautiful provinces of British Columbia and Alberta, that combines high mountain peaks in the Canadian Rockies National Parks (Jasper, Yoho and Banff), with the city of Vancouver.
Day 1 – Land in Calgary and drive to Banff, 1.5 hours drive
Lodging location: Banff
Day 2 – Enjoy a day of activities in the town of Banff and it’s surroundings, short drive
Lodging location: Banff
Day 3 – Drive to Lake Louise (directly or through route 1A) and hike in the Lake Louise region of Banff National Park, 1 hour drive
Lodging location: Lake Louise
Day 4 – Drive north along the Icefields Parkway through Banff National Park and to Jasper National Park, 3 hours drive
Lodging location: Jasper
Day 5 – Visit Jasper National Park, short drive
Lodging location: Jasper
Day 6 – Start driving west and on the way visit Mount Robson Provincial Park or go on a boat tour near the small town of Blue River, 2.5 hours drive
Lodging location: Clearwater
Day 7 – Continue to Vancouver, 5 hours drive
Lodging location: Vancouver
Day 8 – Enjoy a day in Vancouver
Lodging location: Vancouver
Day 9 – Fly Home
– In order to fill this route with content – see our and West Canada destinations page, where you can find articles that include suggestions what to do in various locations along this route.
