Canadian Rockies: Majestic mountains to charming cities

From rugged national parks to bustling coastal metropolises, western Canada is one enormous outdoor playground. Here are some of the highlights you’ll see on your tour of the Canadian Rockies.

Banff National Park

Named Canada’s first national park in 1885,

Banff is truly a sight to behold. Alberta’s southern landscape is saturated with scenic stops and outdoor adventures, and Banff National Park is no exception.

Okanagan Valley vineyards

The Okanagan Valley in British Columbia is home to an up-and-coming vineyard scene that has welcomed quite a few wine lovers in recent years, earning the area its “Napa of the north” badge.

Vancouver

Heralded as “Manhattan with mountains,” Vancouver is a trendy multicultural hub that consistently ranks among the world’s most livable cities. How to best experience it? Soak in the historic vitality of Granville Island and Gastown, the waterfront allure of Coal Harbour, or the sprawling greenery of Stanley Park.