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Western Canada in a Week
British Columbia and Alberta, Canada
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This tour gives you a gorgeous glimpse of Western Canada with two consecutive one-way rides from Vancouver to Calgary and back. You can choose to join the 7-day ride going eastbound from Vancouver to Calgary, or join the 7-day ride westbound from Calgary to Vancouver - or join both for a 14-day ride. Take in the best of the Rockies on this gorgeous tour!
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Our Western Canada in a Week holiday combines the Coast Mountains, the arid interior, the majestic Canadian Rockies, and the world-famous Lake Louise (the most photographed lake on the planet) into an amazing ride with a huge diversity of scenery. This tour features a nice relaxed pace, including days off in both Jasper and Banff, which allows for plenty of scenic stopovers and memorable destinations.
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Tour Details
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Location Choices:
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1. Eastbound - Vancouver to Calgary
2. Westbound - Calgary to Vancouver (YVRRO3)
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Terrain:
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Paved roads
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Duration:
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9 days (incl. arrival and departure)
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Riding days:
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7 days
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Route Length:
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1. Eastbound - 2,100 km (1,305 miles)
2. Westbound - 2,300 km (1,430 miles)
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Motorcycles:
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BMW, Triumph, Moto Guzzi, Harley-Davidson
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Group riding:
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Not required
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Accommodations:
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4-5 star hotels and resorts, included in the tour price
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Highlights:
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Vancouver, Coast Mountains, Calgary, Canadian Rockies, Lake Louise, Jasper, Banff
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Tour Dates
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July-August
Contact us
with the dates
that interest you!
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Scheduled tours:
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July 3 to July 11, 2011 (Eastbound)
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July 15 to July 23, 2011 (Westbound)
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Tour Price
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1. EASTBOUND (Vancouver to Calgary)
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Single rider (double occupancy)
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CA $5,775*
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Single rider (single occupancy)
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CA $7,330*
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Rider & passenger (double occupancy)
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CA $9,330*
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Bring your own bike
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subtract CA $1,400
from tour price
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2. WESTBOUND (Calgary to Vancouver)
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Single rider (double occupancy)
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CA $5,775*
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Single rider (single occupancy)
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CA $7,330*
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Rider & passenger (double occupancy)
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CA $9,330*
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Bring your own bike
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subtract CA $1,400
from tour price
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Currency: CAD - CURRENCY ASSISTANT
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 Ready to ride? Book here
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*A CA$45 per riding day surcharge will be applied to all Harley-Davidson motorcycle rentals
*Reservation deposit: 30% per rider. Balance due 60 days prior to tour start date.
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Itinerary
1. Eastbound
Day 1:
Arrival in Whistler
Tour Orientation and Meet & Greet Dinner in Whistler.
Day 2:
Whistler - Sun Peaks
As with all our holidays, we leave Whistler heading north on Highway 99, the Sea to Sky Highway. We pass through Pemberton and climb beside the teal waters of Lillooet Lake along the Duffey Lake Road. After winding through the lush Coast Mountains, the climate becomes arid as we enter the gold rush country. With the sun at our back, we follow the Cayoosh Canyon west to Lillooet, where we join roads that follow two of the great rivers of BC: the Fraser and the Thompson. Past the Ginseng fields of the benchlands, we end our day at another famous mountain retreat: Sun Peaks Resort.
Day 3:
Sun Peaks to Jasper, Alberta
Our next stop takes us north to the heart of the powerful Canadian Rocky Mountains and the stunning scenery of Jasper.
Day 4:
Day off in Jasper
The following day offers a chance to explore the beauty of Jasper National Park on foot, by tram, by bicycle or by a motorcycle ride to Maligne Lake or Miette Hotsprings, where the abundance of wildlife has to be seen to be believed.
Day 5:
Jasper to Lake Louise
Our ride then turns south along the “Icefields Parkway,” through glacier country. “The views are truly unparalleled,” said Robert Smith of Moto-Euro when he travelled this road. Next stop: Lake Louise! The most photographed lake in the world and you’ll realise why when you arrive. We’ll spend the night in the Town of Lake Louise which provides ample time to soak in the natural beauty of the surrounding area.
Day 6:
Lake Louise to Banff
From Lake Louise we head west back into British Columbia through Kicking Horse pass down to the town of Golden. Next we head south down the Rocky Mountain Trench towards Radium Hotsprings where we again cross the border back into Alberta on our way to the renowed town of Banff where we’ll stay 2 nights at the brand new Fox Hotel & Suites.
Day 7:
Day off in Banff
Banff is one of Canada’s true gems and is a hot spot for tourists visiting the Canadian Rockies and provides numerous activities, sight-seeing, shopping, nightlife, and is home to the famous Banff Springs Hotel.
Day 8:
Banff to Calgary
The following day provides a memorable ride through the wide valleys and towering peaks of Kananaskis Country. Huge, undisturbed mountain vistas and wildlife sightings are numerous in this area. You’ll experience true cattle country as we head to the town of Longview and stop for lunch. Onward to the city of Calgary, affectionately nicknamed “Cowtown” as it has been called the Texas of Canada and is home to the great outdoor show on earth the Calgary Stampede!
Day 9:
Departure in Calgary
2. Westbound
Day 1:
Arrival in Calgary
Welcome to Calgary. Alberta! The city of Calgary, affectionately nicknamed “Cowtown” it has been called the Texas of Canada and is home to the great outdoor show on earth the Calgary Stampede! We will get together for Tour Orientation and Meet & Greet Dinner in Calgary.
Day 2:
Calgary to Banff
After a relaxing evening in Calgary, our first day provides a memorable ride through huge, undisturbed mountain vistas and wildlife sightings can be numerous in this area. You’ll experience true cattle country as we head through the town of Longview and onto the wide valleys and towering peaks of Kananaskis Country, your first taste of the Rockies. Onward we push to Banff where we’ll stay for the evening at the Fox Hotel & Suites. Banff is one of Canada’s true gems and is a hot spot for tourists visiting the Canadian Rockies and provides numerous activities, sight-seeing, shopping, nightlife, and is home to the famous Banff Springs Hotel.
Day 3:
Banff to Fairmont Hotsprings
Next stop: Lake Louise! The most photographed lake in the world and you’ll realise why when you arrive. We’ll soak up the scenery of the famous lake as we stop to take it all in. Now we jump back on the bikes and head west into British Columbia through Kicking Horse pass down to the town of Golden. Next we head south down the Rocky Mountain Trench through Radium Hotsprings where our final destination we’ll be the resort town of Fairmont Hotsprings. We recommend going for a dip.
Day 4:
Fairmont Hotsprings to Nelson
From Fairmont, we head south towards the fertile Creston agricultural region. After sampling the fresh local cuisine, we roll on to Kootenay Lake and several hours of riding along its meandering banks. We’ll finish the day with a 30-minute ferry ride across the lake to the town of Nelson where we’ll spend the next two nights at the water’s edge.
Day 5:
Day off in Nelson
The picturesque town of Nelson sits in the heart of the Kootenays and is famous for its friendly hospitality and winding roads — ideal for motorcycling! Nelson also offers our guests a great place to enjoy a hike, a bicycle ride or a dip in the lake.
Day 6:
Nelson to Osoyoos
Today we head west on highway #3 all the way to Osoyoos, Canada’s only desert. We’ll follow the old copper mining route of highway #3 that takes us through some great little funky towns like Greenwood and Midway, but our first stop will be in the resort community of Christina Lake at the 113 km mark, where we’ll enjoy some homemade ice cream if the weather is nice. Now we wind our way up the mountain pass as we look forward to some great switch-backs and incredible views of the Osoyoos Valley as we descend into town towards our luxurious resort for the next 2 nights, The Spirit Ridge Resort.
Day 7:
Day off in Osoyoos
Hot, sunny weather promises lots of fun as you can spend your off day doing a number of activities. Once again, your hotel is sitting lakeside and there are plenty of fun things to do on the water. For those who like the occasional glass of wine, a winery tour is a great way to appreciate the Okanagan Valley. For those looking to get in some more riding, we offer the Hwy #3 loop up to Keremeos following the twisty alpine road towards the winter destination of Apex Ski resort. Then onto Penticton for lunch and following highway #97 through the Okanagan Valley which is known for its vineyards and peach, apple & cherry orchards.
Day 8:
Osoyoos to Whistler
Our final day takes us out of the arid Okanagan Valley where we follow highway #3 to east to Princeton. After a brief stop in Princeton we jump on one of our favorite roads, highway #5A onto the town of Merritt. The final leg of our journey takes us back along the banks of the mighty Fraser River, onto a winding mountain road past Duffey Lake and then returning to Whistler.
Day 9:
Departure in Vancouver
Note: We reserve the right to make changes.
Ready to ride? Book here
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All weather motorcycling experience required