Call us free on 0800 917 5742 We are open today between 9am and 5:30pm

Gallery

Home/Canada Holidays/Canada Fly Drive Holidays/Coastal Peaks To Plains Fly Drive

Coastal Peaks to Plains Fly Drive

  • Vancouver
  • Victoria
  • Port Hardy
  • Prince Rupert
  • Prince George
  • Jasper
  • Banff
  • Calgary
  • 13 nights from
  • £4,019 per person

    • Trip Code: SD-597

    • Receive a free case of wine
    • Save £250 per person book by 30 September

Make an Enquiry

Holiday Overview

Coastal Peaks to Plains - a superb Canada Holiday Fly Drive Road Trip from Vancouver to Calgary.

 

A fantastic 14 day Canada holiday road trip experience through Canada's West Coast from Vancouver to the Rockies.

From picturesque roads to mighty mountain highways and wildlife rich national parks, discover Canada with you firmly in the driver's seat along the scenic - and largely empty roads.

Coastal Peaks to Plains Fly Drive includes:

  • Return flights
  • Accommodation for 13 nights
  • Vancouver City Highlights
  • BC Ferries tolls for vehicle & passengers between Vancouver and Vancouver Island
  • Admission to Butchart Gardens
  • Campbell River Whale and Wildlife Tour
  • BC Ferries tolls for vehicle, passengers & access to the Aurora Lounge (Reserved Seating) between Port Hardy and Prince Rupert Included
  • Maligne Lake Guided Walk
  • Ice Explorer ride onto the Athabasca Glacier
  • Discover Banff & It's Wildlife with Gondola
  • Car hire
1

Day 1 - Fly to Vancouver

Arrive in Vancouver and transfer to your downtown hotel.  Transfer not included.

Featured accommodation

Sheraton Wall Centre

Enhance your experience

Coast Coal Hotel Vancouver

Fairmont Waterfront Hotel

2

Day 2 - Vancouver City Highlights Tour

Prepare to experience the unique history and unfolding splendour as you tour through the modern streets of Vancouver. Drive by the most renowned sights and learn how Vancouver became the city it is today. Situated on the edge of the Pacific Ocean and framed by British Columbia's imposing mountains, it's easy to fall in love with this astonishing city. Drive through historic neighbourhoods such as Gastown, Chinatown, scenic English Bay and the picturesque Vancouver Harbour. Stops in Stanley Park feature Indigenous Peoples' Totem Poles, spectacular views of the mountains and the Lions Gate Bridge. Also includes the opportunity to wander through the charming farmer's market at Granville Island.

Featured accommodation

Sheraton Wall Centre

Enhance your experience

Coast Coal Hotel Vancouver

Fairmont Waterfront Hotel

Unmissable Experiences

Vancouver Experiences
3

Day 3 - Vancouver to Victoria (68 km/42 mi + ferry)

Depart Vancouver this morning to Victoria. Cruise across Georgia Strait through the beautiful Gulf Islands with BC Ferries to Vancouver Island. We have included admission to Butchart Gardens. 

Featured accommodation

Inn at Laurel Point

Enhance your experience

Magnolia Hotel & Spa

Fairmont Empress

Unmissable Experiences

Victoria Experiences
4

Day 4 - Victoria to Campbell River (269 km/168 mi)

Travelling north on the Island Highway, pass through Duncan, the “City of Totems”. If time permits visit the Quw’utsun’ Heritage Village which provides you with an insight into the lives of the North West Coast People (seasonal hours -admission not included). Further north is the artist community of Chemainus, where you can admire giant murals which adorn the exterior walls throughout the town. By late afternoon arrive in Campbell River.

Featured accommodation

Coast Discovery Inn

Enhance your experience

Comfort Inn Campbell River

Naturally Pacific Resort

5

Day 5 - Whale Watching & Wildlife Safari Cruise

Explore the waters of the Salish Sea, Discovery Passage, and Johnstone Strait. With an abundance of wildlife in the area, you are likely to encounter Humpback Whales, Killer Whales, Pacific White-Sided Dolphins, Bears, Steller Sea Lions, and so much more. While they can't guarantee all of these animals on every tour, Campbell River Whale Watching takes pride in each of the tours and takes every opportunity to show guests everything that is possible during their tour.

Featured accommodation

Coast Discovery Inn

Enhance your experience

Comfort Inn Campbell River

Naturally Pacific Resort

6

Day 6 - Campbell River to Port Hardy (241 km/150 mi)

Today continue your journey north. Near Port McNeil you may wish to take an optional Orca watching cruise into the waters of Johnstone Strait. Your day ends in the fishing community of Port Hardy

Featured accommodation

Kwa’lilas Hotel

7

Day 7 - Port Hardy to Prince Rupert (Ferry)

Embark on a full day of cruising the sheltered waters of Canada’s Inside Passage with BC Ferries (ferry toll included). During the length of the 15-hour crossing, a wonderful array of snow-capped mountains combined with rich forests provides a background for a series of dramatic fjords.

Featured accommodation

Crest Hotel

8

Day 8 - Prince Rupert to Smithers (364 km/227 mi)

Today, follow the Yellowhead Highway, hugging the Skeena River for most of the way. Pass through the mining town of Terrace and into Smithers.

Featured accommodation

Prestige Hudson Bay Lodge

9

Day 9 - Smithers to Prince George (372 km/232 mi)

Depart Smithers today, continuing along the Yellowhead Highway. Passing through Houston - known as the Steelhead Capital and home to the world’s biggest fly rod - over 18 metres in length! Next you will travel through Burns Lake and Vanderhoof into Prince George.

Featured accommodation

Ramada Hotel

Enhance your experience

Sandman Inn & Suites

10

Day 10 - Prince George to Jasper (376 km/234 mi)

Today is another unforgettable day of scenery. Follow mountain passes and raging rivers as you wind your way to an overnight stop in Jasper - ‘the Jewel of the Rockies’.

Featured accommodation

Jasper Inn & Suites

Enhance your experience

Forest Park Hotel

Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge

11

Day 11 - Maligne Lake Guided Walk

This introduction to Jasper begins with a short tour of the town before heading across the Athabasca River to Maligne Lake. A century after Mary Schaeffer's remarkable adventure, come discover the world-renowned Maligne Lake for yourself! A short stop at the disappearing Medicine Lake, another one of Jasper's watery gems where you will learn about Karst topography of the area, and the mystery of why Medicine Lake disappears annually. Next we'll carry on to the pinnacle of our tour, breathtaking Maligne Lake! Enjoy a gentle walk along the shores of this pristine lake before heading back to Jasper.

Featured accommodation

Jasper Inn & Suites

Enhance your experience

Forest Park Hotel

Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge

Unmissable Experiences

Jasper Experiences
12

Day 12 - Jasper to Banff (265 km/164 mi)

Your scenic drive today takes you along the Icefields Parkway through the spine of the Canadian Rockies. View a never-ending procession of mammoth mountains, jagged peaks, over 100 glaciers and pristine emerald coloured lakes. Along the way see such sights as the Columbia Icefield and take an Ice Explorer ride out onto the glacier (included). Continue on to Lake Louise and Banff.

Featured accommodation

Canalta Lodge

Enhance your experience

Hotel Canoe & Suites

The Fairmont Banff Springs

Unmissable Experiences

Glacier Skywalk
13

Day 13 - Banff & It's Wildlife with Gondola

This small group tour is the perfect introduction to Banff and includes some of Banff's most scenic and historically significant highlights such as the Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel, Bow Falls, Surprise Corner Lookout, and Banff's largest lake, Lake Minnewanka. Plus, enjoy hot chocolate or fresh water (depending on the time of year) and maple cookies at one of the scenic stops. You'll then be transported to the base of Sulphur Mountain and ride the Banff Gondola to the top at 7,486 feet. At the summit, marvel at the unsurpassed view of Banff, the Bow Valley and a 360-degree view of six scenic mountain ranges. You'll feel like you're on top of the world when you are standing on the spacious main level observation deck. After your download on the Banff Gondola, the guide will transport you back to your Banff hotel. It's a great tour for seeing wildlife, so don't forget your camera!

Featured accommodation

Canalta Lodge

Enhance your experience

Hotel Canoe & Suites

The Fairmont Banff Springs

Unmissable Experiences

Banff Experiences
14

Day 14 - Banff to Calgary (115 km /72 mi)

Drive to Calgary today, along the 1A Highway. En-route, you may wish to stop at the historic Cochrane Ranch (not included) before dropping off your rental car at Calgary International Airport prior to your return flight.

We go above and beyond to make your holiday perfect


Tailor Made for You

  • We tailor make every holiday made around you.
  • Tell us what you'd like to see, what type of accommodation you prefer and how you'd like to travel.
  • We'll plan your perfect holiday, helping you to get the most from your time and budget.


Expert Advice

  • We don't just know travel, we love it!
  • Our Travel Experts have travelled throughout the World. They'll answer your questions with facts not guesses.
  • You'll have a dedicated Travel Expert to look after each stage of your booking.


100% Protected

  • Part of the Stewart Travel group, We've been helping people explore the World for more than 30 years.
  • Every trip is 100% ATOL protected.
  • We're only ever a phone call away.
Make an enquiry