Arrival in Calgary and transfer to the first hotel via the hotel shuttle service. At 6:30 pm you will meet the guide and the group in the hotel lobby.

The journey leads through rolling hills and ranchland into Banff National Park. Even on the first easy hike along a turquoise lake, you'll be immediately immersed in the natural beauty of the Rockies. With a bit of luck, you might spot some wildlife today. In the afternoon, a loop hike with stunning views awaits us on Mount Norquay, the park's iconic mountain.

Today's journey takes us along the legendary Icefields Parkway – one of the world's most spectacular high-altitude roads – with several photo stops and short hikes, all the way to the immense Columbia Icefield in Jasper National Park. This road, which connects Lake Louise and Jasper, winds through alpine landscapes and across once-impassable canyons. A hike on the historic Wilcox Pass Trail leads, after the first kilometer above the tree line, across a flowering alpine meadow with panoramic views of glaciers and peaks. Bighorn sheep are also frequently seen here.

Today we're hiking to an old fire lookout post high above the Bow River Valley. Today's hike is a bit more challenging, but rewards us with fantastic views. The afternoon is free for you to enjoy as you wish: stroll through Banff, visit a spa, take a gondola ride up Sulphur Mountain or get an adrenaline rush on the via ferrata at Mt. Norquay – anything is possible.

In Kootenay National Park, two varied hikes await us today: a descent into the impressive Marble Canyon and an ascent to Stanley Glacier in a high-alpine cirque with glacier views. Afterwards, we continue on to the mountain town of Golden.

Today we'll visit some of the most famous lakes in the Rockies: First, we'll hike to the secluded Moraine Lake, a true gem nestled in the heart of the towering Valley of the Ten Peaks. Its intensely turquoise waters, framed by rugged mountain giants, are among the most breathtaking landscapes in the Rockies. After this first highlight, we'll continue to the renowned Lake Louise – majestic, elegant, and surrounded by snow-capped peaks and glaciers. The view of the emerald-green lake with the Victoria Glacier in the background is simply stunning and ranks among Canada's most iconic images. On the way back to Golden, we'll also stop at the equally emerald-green Emerald Lake. A hike will then take us up to Yoho Pass, offering views of the valley and the picturesque Takakkaw Falls.

West of Golden lies Glacier National Park, a rugged natural paradise with narrow, forested valleys and over 400 glaciers hidden between steep mountain slopes. On a hike in the area of the historically significant Rogers Pass – once a strategically important junction in the construction of the transcontinental railroad – we delve deep into the alpine wilderness. Along flower-strewn slopes and past rushing streams, we enjoy spectacular views of surrounding peaks and glaciers. With a bit of luck, we might encounter some of the mountain's animal inhabitants, such as marmots, porcupines, or pikas.

The national park stretches across the impressive mountain landscape of the Monashee Mountains and captivates visitors with its diverse climate zones – from moss-covered, centuries-old cedar and hemlock forests in the valleys to flowering alpine meadows above the tree line. A scenic, winding panoramic road takes us up to the "Meadows in the Sky" at an elevation of 1,835 meters. From this magnificent vantage point, numerous hiking trails begin, offering breathtaking views of the Columbia River Valley and the surrounding mountain ranges.

Southwest of Revelstoke, we reach the sun-drenched plateau of British Columbia with its vast lakes, orchards, and vineyards. Near Vernon, we embark on a circular hike with beautiful viewpoints.

The Kettle Valley Railway once transported ore from remote mines; today, a popular bike path runs along its route. The most spectacular section is in Myra Canyon, with its numerous wooden bridges and tunnels. Our bikes are already reserved – an unforgettable day trip!

In the far south, near the US border, lies the over 70,000-hectare Manning Provincial Park. Hiking options range from panoramic trails to secluded lakeside paths that invite you to take a dip. The 9-km flat loop trail is highly recommended.

The journey continues through the fertile Fraser Valley to the vibrant West Coast metropolis of Vancouver. The final hike leads to the "Grouse Grind," a cult trail for fitness enthusiasts: only 2.5 km long, but with an 800-meter elevation gain and countless steps – also known as "Mother Nature's Stepper." At the top, a fantastic view awaits, followed by a relaxing gondola ride down.

Today is a free day for us to explore this diverse city: whether you walk across the Capilano suspension bridge, take a whale watching tour, fly over the bays and offshore islands in a seaplane, visit a museum, or go shopping on Robson Street – there's something for everyone. In the evening, we can bring the trip to a close together and reminisce about our experiences.

Individual transfer to the airport or extension of your stay. If you wish, you can also continue your trip with our Vancouver Island Explorer tour – a ten-day round trip of Vancouver Island.