Vancouver & Banff 7-Day Trip
The Pacific city and the turquoise Rockies: Vancouver's harbor and trails, then the drive east to Banff's lakes.
Days
7 days
Budget
1,400 CAD
Style
Adventure
Destination
Vancouver
Multi-CityNatureRoad Trip
Trip overview
- The seawall and the Sea-to-Sky
- Moraine's ten peaks
- The glacier drive
Best time to visit
June–September opens every road and thaws the lakes turquoise.
Day-by-day itinerary
Day 1 · Vancouver — Stanley Park
- 🌳09:30The seawall loop & Gastown
- 🌳
Day 2 · Vancouver — Capilano & Whistler teaser
- 🌉09:00The suspension bridge & the Sea-to-Sky
- 🌉
Day 3 · Fly to Calgary & Banff
- 🏔️13:00The Bow Valley's first sunset
- 🏔️
Day 4 · Banff — the lakes
- 🏞️07:00Lake Louise at dawn & Moraine
- 🏞️
Day 5 · Banff — the canyon
- 💦09:00Johnston Canyon & the hot springs
- 💦
Day 6 · The Icefields Parkway
- 🧊08:00The Athabasca Glacier & Jasper's direction
- 🧊
Day 7 · Departure
- ✈️10:00The wildlife loop & YYC
- ✈️
Budget
Estimated total cost: 1,400 CAD for 7 days.
Includes accommodation, local transport, food, and activities. International flights not included.
Travel tips
- June–September opens every road and thaws the lakes turquoise.
- Carry local currency for small eateries and street food; cards are widely accepted in cities.
- Book popular restaurants in advance during peak season.
- Use public transit where possible — most stops in Vancouver are tourist-friendly.
Recommended restaurants
🍣
Miku
Vancouver aburi sushi · $$$
🧀
The Grizzly House
Banff fondue · $$$
🔥
Park Distillery
Alpine campfire · $$
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