The Canadian Rockies

Days 8 - 9: Wells Gray Provincial Park

Distance: 320 km / 199 miles

Follow the Yellowhead Highway through Mount Robson Provincial Park, continuing through the Cariboo Mountains to Clearwater and on to Wells Gray Provincial Park.

Wells Gray Provincial Park is famous for wildlife, waterfalls and wilderness. You'll find everything from black bears to mountain goats here, and we recommend visits to Dawson Falls and Helmcken Falls, both of which plunge down into beautiful mist-filled gorges.

Day 10: Cache Creek

Distance: 207 km / 129 miles

Today you’ll be following Highway 5 along the North Thompson River; the valley stretches over 200 miles from Mount Robson and the Canadian Rockies in the north to its southern tip close to Kamloops. From Kamloops you’ll head west through the desert-like climate to Cache Creek, a town that was built from the fur trade.

Days 11 - 13: Whistler

Distance: 215 km / 134 miles

Head through the scenic Coastal Mountains on today’s journey to Whistler and stop at Duffey and Joffre Lakes for some stunning views.

Whistler is another stunning ski resort that also offers plenty of activities in the summer months. We recommend taking the Peak 2 Peak Gondola for amazing mountain scenery. You could also take a seaplane for a flight over the mountains and glaciers or try a 4WD tour across the mountains in search of bears.

Days 14 - 16: Vancouver

Distance: 170 km / 106 miles

Today you’ll be driving the scenic Sea to Sky Highway along the shores of the Pacific Ocean. There’s so much to see along this route including waterfalls and a copper mine. We recommend a visit to see the Capilano Suspension Bridge and Grouse Mountain both of which are located just outside of Vancouver.

You’ll have two full days to explore the seaside city of Vancouver and its stunning surrounds. A visit to Stanley Park is a must, but you should also try and head to Chinatown, Gastown and Granville Island too.

Days 17 - 18: Okanagan Valley

Distance: 383 km / 238 miles

From Vancouver you’ll be driving along the Crowsnest Pass (Highway 3) which runs from Hope at the east end of the Fraser Valley all the way east to the British Columbia-Alberta border in the Rockies. As well as taking in the spectacular scenery we suggest visiting the Othello Tunnels near Hope and exploring the beautiful Manning Park.

Take a trip into Oliver which is known as the wine capital of Canada. Here you can tour the wineries of the Golden Mile and Black Sage Road.

Days 19 - 20: Revelstoke

Distance: 291 km / 181 miles

Today you’ll be driving along the scenic Okanagan Lake where you can enjoy the views of the Okanagan Valley as you make your way to Revelstoke. Explore the beautiful downtown area of Kelowna, step back in time at the Historic O’Keefe Ranch in Vernon and stop by some of the many wineries, orchards and fruit stands along the way.

There’s plenty to see around Revelstoke. You could explore the Monashee and Selkirk Mountains, visit the Revelstoke Dam, try canoeing or take a drive along the Meadows in the Sky Parkway to the top of Mount Revelstoke for some great views.

Days 21 - 22: Radium Hot Springs

Distance: 252 km / 157 miles

Head through the Mount Revelstoke National Park before continuing via the Trans-Canada Highway to Glacier National Park. Make sure that you watch out for mountain goats and bears as they are often seen along the roadside.

Radium Hot Springs has it all, from the natural hot springs to skiing, golf and fine dining, you'll be spoiled for a choice of things to do. Plus, it’s surrounded by the most beautiful scenery you can imagine.

Days 23: Kananaskis

Distance: 159 km / 99 miles

As you drive through Kootenay National Park you’ll find many easy interpretive hikes, scenic viewpoints, hot springs, picnic areas, and roadside interpretive exhibits. From here you'll head to Kananaskis, which is made up of over 10 provincial parks and wildlife reserves. It's a haven for all kinds of wildlife, including bear, moose, elk, mountain goats and sheep, so make sure you've got your camera at the ready.

Days 24: Kananskis to Calgary

Distance: 85 km / 53 miles

Return your motorhome to the depot and then transfer to your Calgary hotel for an overnight stay and a Farewell Dinner.

Days 25 - 26: Calgary to UK

Time for some last minute sightseeing or shopping before a late afternoon transfer to Calgary airport for your overnight flight to the UK.