by side with museums, boutiques
and parks. Not to be missed are the
incredible Butchart Gardens which are a
showpiece of colour and botanical flair.
One of the biggest surprises is only
a short but spectacular drive away.
Whistler, one of the most famous ski
resorts in the world, is a quaint village
dwarfed by the two peaks of Whistler
and Blackcomb on either side. These
mountains ensure that the views in
Whistler are the envy of the world.
Heading towards the Rockies are
vineyards, ranches, canyons, charming
ski resorts and First Nations cultural
sites, however it is an unforgettable sight
when the Rocky Mountains loom out of
the distance and your jaw drops in awe.
Banff, Lake Louise, Emerald Lake and
Jasper are all located in magical settings
amongst National Parks. In Banff, take
a gondola ride to the top of Sulphur
Mountain where the views over the
surrounding scenery are unmatched.
Spend an afternoon gazing out at the
fairytale scene at Lake Louise. You
might need to pinch yourself when you
arrive at Emerald Lake. The colour of
the water is real and such an exquisite
location and lodge really do exist!
Drive along the magnificent Icefields
Parkway and jump on board the
Ice Explorer, a huge purpose built
vehicle that will take you on top of
Athabasca Glacier. Marvel at
the abundance of natural beauty
and wildlife surrounding Jasper.
Combine all of this with some of the
most stunning and historic properties,
legendary cruises through the Inside
Passage on board luxurious ships plus
famous rail journeys from the coast
to the mountains on board the Rocky
Mountaineer train and you have the
trip of a lifetime. When you travel
with Evergreen you can relax in the
knowledge that you have made the
right choice.
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