The Rocky Mountains roll on for a thousand miles of snow-capped peaks, thick forests, and clear glacial lakes. Banff was the first of the Canadian Rockies’ National Parks established in 1885. Join us as we explore this incredibly majestic region.
- Explore the many remarkable conservatories at The Butchart Gardens
- Float on the Bow River
- Two-night stay in Banff
- Snow coach trek on the Athabasca Glacier
- Three-night stay in Kalispell, MT
- Two-night stay in charming Leavenworth, WA
- Ride the Icefields Parkway with breathtaking mountain views and spot a bear perhaps!
- Visit Banff National Park, Canada’s first, established in 1885, boasts stunning turquoise lakes and majestic mountains
- A narrated tour of awe-inspiring and stunning Glacier National Park
DAY 1: WELCOME TO SEATTLE!
Fly into Seattle for dinner and an overnight stay. D
DAY 2: BOEING TOUR & VANCOUVER, BC
Enjoy a tour of Boeing Factory Tour, featuring current and future Boeing products and services including “The Legacy of Rosie the Riveter” and “Destiny Module Exhibit” used on Shuttle missions. Cross the border into Canada and join our local guide for a tour of the bustling British Columbia seaport city of Vancouver. Unpack for a two-night stay in Richmond. B, D
DAY 3: VANCOUVER ISLAND, BC
Ferry over to Vancouver Island and experience an explosion of color at the world-famous Butchart Gardens, featuring 55 acres of stunning and meticulously-kept gardens. Enjoy lunch overlooking the beautiful rose garden before an afternoon of leisure to explore British Columbia’s capital city, Victoria, with an ocean or mountain vista around every corner. B, L
DAY 4: REVELSTOKE, BC
Journey along scenic Trans-Canada Highway to the inland mountains of British Columbia to overnight in mountain paradise of Revelstoke. Nestled in the Kootenay Rockies, enjoy stunning views of rugged mountains, crisp glaciers, lush forests, and raging waterfalls. Learn about the history of the Canadian Pacific Railway and its role in building Canada as a nation when you visit the Revelstoke Railway Museum. Check into Three Valley Lake Resort surrounded by clear waters and sheer cliffs of the Monashee Mountains. B, D
DAY 5: BANFF, ALBERTA
Travel through Rogers Pass, Glacier and Yoho National Parks into Banff National Park, Canada’s oldest national park. Enjoy the grandeur of the Canadian Rocky Mountains while floating on the Bow River with experienced river guides. This leisurely float offers excellent opportunities to view beaver, elk, and osprey complete with up close views of Three Sisters Mountain and some of the tallest peaks in the Rockies Front range. Arrive for a two-night stay at the Banff Caribou Lodge and Spa. B, D
DAY 6: ATHABASCA GLACIER
Join our local guide for a scenic journey north on the Icefield Parkway into Jasper National Park. Experience the azure blue waters of the glacier-fed Peyto Lake and explore the most photographed spot in the Canadian Rockies, Lake Louise. Enjoy a once-in-a-lifetime experience during a “snow coach” trek onto the surface of Athabasca Glacier, part of the largest icefield in the Canadian Rockies. B, D
DAY 7: KOOTENAY NATIONAL PARK, BC
Travel through Kootenay National Park, filled with icy mountain rivers and steamy hot springs, to Radium Hot Springs, BC, for a European luncheon at Helna’s Stube Restaurant. Cross back into the United States and unpack for a two-night stay in Kalispell, Montana. B, L
DAY 8: GLACIER NATIONAL PARK
Kalispell, Montana, a charming town with rich history and stunning landscapes, embodies classic Western spirit. Visit the Conrad Mansion and Northwest Montana History Museum and learn about how the railroad boom of the late 19th Century changed the region forever. End the day with a delicious, hearty meal at Lonesome Dove Ranch. B, D
DAY 9: GLACIER NATIONAL PARK
Board the narrated “red bus jammers” for a journey along the Going-to-the-Sun-Road, the only road that crosses Glacier National Park. Enjoy the fresh air and views of Glacier’s pristine forests, alpine meadows, rugged mountains, and spectacular lakes. After lunch in the park, return through Glacier to Kalispell for a third night. B, L
DAY 10: LEAVENWORTH
Travel through Coeur D’Alene National Forest to Leavenworth, WA, nestled in the heart of the Cascade Mountains. Take a guided tour of the historic Cashmere Museum and Pioneer Village before unpacking for a two-night stay at the charming Bavarian Lodge. Herzlich Willkommen! B
DAY 11: LEAVENWORTH
This day is yours to stroll through beautiful Leavenworth. Perhaps tour the amazing Nutcracker Museum, with over 7,000 nutcrackers of all kinds, some dating back to Roman times or visit the Greater Leavenworth Museum to learn about the community’s unique history. Listen to the Alp Horn serenades as you enjoy this delightful Bavarian Village! Savor German cuisine at a farewell dinner. B, D
DAY 12: FLY HOME B
ACCOMMODATIONS:
Night 1: Hampton Inn, Lynnwood, WA
Nights 2-3: Holiday Inn Express, Richmond, BC
Night 4: Three Valley Chateau, Revelstoke, BC
Nights 5-6: Fox Hotel and Suites, Banff, AB
Nights 7-9: Homewood Suites, Kalispell, MT
Nights 10-11: Bavarian Lodge, Leavenworth, WA
Dates:
- Departure: August 15, 2025
- Return: August 26, 2025
Price Per Person:
- Double $5,699
- Triple/Quad $4,999
- Single $7,489
*Includes round-trip airfare from STL/MCI (call for other gateway cities)
*Passport Required
Helpful Hints
Walking on the Athabasca Glacier is a bucket list event. This Glacier is part of the Columbia Icefield consisting of multiple glaciers which feed into a unique “hydrological apex” where glacial meltwaters will flow into 3 oceans…Pacific, Atlantic and Arctic oceans! Now that is a wow moment!
Visiting Moraine Lake is incredibly scenic. Walking along the lake is stunning but you will also have the opportunity to climb approximately 140 steps up the moraine (rock pile) deposited by the Wenkchemna Glacier, to an eagle eye view of the lake. Bring your camera! This vantage point reveals the grandiose Valley of Ten Peaks and water that looks like turquoise ink.
Banff is one of Canada’s most beautiful destinations boasting a wealth of postcard mountainous views and a walkable downtown Banff Ave. main street full of shops and eateries. You can hop on the public and environmentally friendly hybrid ROAM bus (nominal fee) to travel all around Banff during your free evening on Day 6.
At Butchart Gardens, the gardens are lush with late-summer blooms, so bring a hat, sunscreen, and plenty of water to stay comfortable during the daytime. For a special treat, consider enjoying ice cream from the Gelateria while strolling through the Sunken Garden.
In Glacier National Park, August brings warm days but the mornings and evenings can still be cool in the higher elevations, so bring layers to stay comfortable.
Weather
Highs in the low-mid 80s and lows in the 50s. Cooler in the CN National Parks.
Time Zone
Pacific Daylight Time (GMT -7)
Dress
This tour features a walk on the Athabasca Glacier. Closed toe waterproof or water-resistant shoes are required.
Elevation Note
Varies from sea level to close to 7,000 ft in Banff and Jasper National Parks
Expenses NOT Included
Day 11 is a free day in Leavenworth, with breakfast and dinner provided; other expenses on this day are on your own.
Identification
Since we are flying into Canada, a valid US passport is required to travel.
Canadian Trip Information
The currency is the Canadian Dollar. Although credit cards are recommended for ease in monetary transactions, there will be places where you may convert your US currency to Canadian Dollars. The current exchange rate is $0.80 USD = $1 CAD. Gratuities should be paid in the local currency whenever possible. Like the USA, Canada uses 110 volts, 60 Hz. It is not necessary to use an adaptor or converter with appliances and devices that you use in the US. Please check with your carrier regarding cell phone service and fees.
Please note that Canada views any type of Driving Under the Influence (DUI) conviction as a serious offense. A past conviction of DUI will likely not allow one to travel into Canada. Should this be a concern, we suggest visiting the following website for information: http://www.cic.gc.ca.
Other General Information
We will send 3 key communications for your tour; “Get Ready” is your email confirmation and initial tour information sent upon registration, “Get Set” email will be sent about two months before departure, “Go” trip documentation mailing is sent via USPS 3-4 weeks before departure and will include your daily itinerary, luggage tags and final departure information.
Travel Protection is optional and highly recommended and can be purchased until the day before departure. We offer Travel Guard from AIG, which costs 8.5% of your tour, information about which will be sent with your Get Ready email.
Unless otherwise noted, your Sunrise Tour includes: Professional Sunrise Tour Director, meals as indicated, local step on guides including gratuity (international tour guide gratuity inclusion vary by tour), deluxe motorcoach transportation w/rest room, admission to activities and events as indicated, airfare from designated airports, transportation to/from designated airports from our convenient local pickup points*, luggage handling at hotels when available
We believe tipping is a personal and discretionary interaction between our guests and our staff. A typical gratuity for your Sunrise Tour Director and motorcoach driver may be $5-$7per person, per day on tour. Sunrise Shuttle drivers appreciate gratuities (suggest $5 per person) for excellent service as well. Our staff will not solicit gratuities or pass out envelopes.
We are happy to offer refreshments on most motorcoach travel days on tour. We recommend you bring a refillable water bottle to maintain healthy hydration.
If less than 4 people request a pickup point, we may ask that you choose another pickup point from which to join your Sunrise Tour.
If you would like to join a tour from a city not listed as a departure point, we would love to have you along! Please discuss arrangements with our friendly reservation team. From a departure city not listed, typical airfare will be +$100 higher than our published fare for domestic tours, and +$200 for international tours.
If you have a TSA precheck or Airline Rewards numbers, you MUST give those numbers to our reservations team at least 60 days before departure, otherwise they may not be applied.
Preferred seating may not be available on group air. In some cases, seats are not assigned until the airport. Your tour fare includes an economy seat on the flight; it does not include seat selection. Seat upgrades may be available at an additional cost.
To help make our tours the most comfortable in the business, we limit Sunrise Tours motorcoaches to 80% capacity, or 44 passengers on a coach built for 55. We reserve the right to amend this practice.
Your Tour Director will rotate seats on the motorcoach each day of your tour. A single fare does not guarantee two seats on the coach; you may be seated next to another friendly Sunrise Tours guest.
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