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
- Visit Banff National Park, Canada’s first, established in 1885
- A "Red Jammer" tour of stunning Glacier National Park
DAY 1: WELCOME TO WASHINGTON!
Fly into Seattle for dinner and an overnight stay. D
DAY 2: BOEING TOUR & VANCOUVER, BC
Step inside the world’s largest factory for a behind-the-scenes look at the Boeing Everett Factory and the 777/777X assembly line. 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 the scenic Trans-Canada Highway to the inland mountains of British Columbia to overnight in the mountain paradise of Revelstoke. Nestled in the Kootenay Rockies, enjoy stunning views of rugged mountains, crisp glaciers, lush forests, and raging waterfalls. B, D
DAY 5: BANFF, ALBERTA
Travel through Rogers Pass, Glacier, and Yoho National Parks on your way into Banff National Park, Canada’s first 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. B, D
DAY 6: ATHABASCA GLACIER
Join our local guide for a scenic journey north on the Icefield Parkway into Jasper National Park. Experience 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, L
DAY 7: KOOTENAY NATIONAL PARK, BC, WHITEFISH
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 to explore the mountain village of Whitefish before unpacking for a three-night stay in Kalispell, Montana. B, L
DAY 8: 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 to Kalispell. B, L
DAY 9: KALISPELL
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 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 FROM SEATTLE B
ACCOMMODATIONS
Night 1: Embassy Suites, Lynnwood, WA
Nights 2-3: Holiday Inn Express, Richmond, BC
Night 4: Best Western Plus, Revelstoke, BC
Nights 5-6: Fox Hotel and Suites, Banff (or similar)
Nights 7-9: Hilton Garden Inn, Kalispell, MT
Nights 10-11: Bavarian Lodge, Leavenworth, WA
Departure Cities:
- St. Louis
- Kansas City
Depart: September 9, 2027
Return: September 20, 2027
Price per person:
- DB $6,299
- TP/QD $5,899
- SG $8,799
Price per person includes roundtrip airfare from STL, MCI. Please call for other gateway cities.
Passport required.
Identification
Valid passport required to travel.
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 but highly recommended and can be purchased until the day before departure. We offer plans through battleface, information about which will be sent with your Get Ready email or can be found HERE.
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 with onboard restroom, 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 $6-10 per 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! 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 coach; you may be seated next to another friendly Sunrise Tours guest.
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