31 days in Canada Itinerary

Known as "Hollywood North," Vancouver boasts one of the largest film/television industries in the world, second only to Los Angeles and New York.

Kick off your visit on the 26th (Fri): take a stroll through Granville Island. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: make a trip to Vancouver Lookout, walk around Capilano Suspension Bridge Park, and then take a stroll through Gastown.

To see traveler tips, maps, photos, and more tourist information, read Vancouver day trip planner.

Amsterdam, The Netherlands to Vancouver is an approximately 13-hour flight. You'll gain 9 hours traveling from Amsterdam to Vancouver due to the time zone difference. Expect a daytime high around 21°C in May, and nighttime lows around 12°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 28th (Sun) to allow time for the car ride to Harrison Hot Springs.

The Village of Harrison Hot Springs is a small community at the southern end of Harrison Lake in the Fraser Valley of British Columbia. Kick off your visit on the 28th (Sun): take in the natural beauty of Harrison Lake & Hot Springs and then contemplate the waterfront views at Hicks Lake.

Make your Harrison Hot Springs itinerary with Klarna Trips to find out what to see and where to go.

You can drive from Vancouver to Harrison Hot Springs in 2 hours. Other options are to drive; or do a combination of train and bus; or take a bus. In May, daily temperatures in Harrison Hot Springs can reach 23°C, while at night they dip to 11°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 29th (Mon) to allow enough time to drive to Penticton.

Roughly translated from the Okanagan language, Penticton means "a place to stay forever," and it's not hard to see why.

On the 30th (Tue), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: look for gifts at Penticton Visitor Centre and then awaken your taste buds at some of the top wineries in the area.

For other places to visit, reviews, traveler tips, and other tourist information, read Penticton driving holiday planner.

You can drive from Harrison Hot Springs to Penticton in 3.5 hours. Other options are to do a combination of taxi and bus; or take a bus. Traveling from Harrison Hot Springs in May, Penticton is a bit cooler at night with lows of 7°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 31st (Wed) to allow time for the car ride to Revelstoke.

At first glance, Revelstoke may seem like it's in the middle of nowhere.

To find ratings, where to stay, other places to visit, and more tourist information, go to the Revelstoke trip builder website.

Traveling by car from Penticton to Revelstoke takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of bus and shuttle; or take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 24°C in May, and nighttime lows around 7°C. You will have some time to spend on the 2nd (Fri) before leaving for Golden.

Shining from its nook in the Rocky Mountain Trench, the town of Golden lives up to its name, with memorable scenery at every turn.

For traveler tips, other places to visit, ratings, and tourist information, refer to the Golden driving holiday planner.

You can drive from Revelstoke to Golden in 2 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a bus. The time zone difference moving from Pacific Standard Time (PST) to Mountain Standard Time (MST) is 1 hour. Expect a daytime high around 25°C in June, and nighttime lows around 10°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 4th (Sun) to allow time to drive to Radium Hot Springs.

Radium Hot Springs, informally and commonly called Radium, is a village of approximately 800 people situated in the East Kootenay region of British Columbia. On the 4th (Sun), explore the activities along Olive Lake, then test the waters at Radium Hot Springs Pools, then take some stellar pictures from Kootenay Valley Viewpoint, and finally take in the awesome beauty at Kootenay National Park.

For traveler tips, reviews, and other tourist information, use the Radium Hot Springs trip itinerary website.

You can drive from Golden to Radium Hot Springs in 1.5 hours. Another option is to drive. On the 5th (Mon), you'll have the morning to explore before heading off to Canmore.

Bordered by the spectacular peaks of the Alberta Rockies, within a stone's throw of Banff National Park, the town of Canmore serves as an excellent base for outdoor adventures.

Get out of town with these interesting Canmore side-trips: Johnston Canyon (in Banff National Park), Banff (Lake Minnewanka & Bow Valley Parkway) and Lake Louise (in Lake Louise). There's lots more to do: admire the sheer force of Bow Falls, take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at Ha Ling Peak, and explore the activities along Grassi Lakes.

To see photos, maps, where to stay, and tourist information, read Canmore day trip planning tool.

Getting from Radium Hot Springs to Canmore by car takes about 2 hours. Other options: drive. In June in Canmore, expect temperatures between 21°C during the day and 5°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 8th (Thu) early enough to go by car to Jasper National Park.

The largest national park in the Canadian Rockies, sprawling Jasper National Park encompasses more than 10,000 sq km (4,200 sq mi) of largely unspoiled mountain wilderness.

Jasper National Park is known for nature, scenic drive, and adventure. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: take in the dramatic scenery at Athabasca Falls, explore the activities along Pyramid and Patricia Lakes, trek along Old Fort Point Loop Trail, and take in breathtaking views at Maligne Canyon.

To see more things to do, traveler tips, reviews, and tourist information, go to the Jasper National Park road trip app.

You can drive from Canmore to Jasper National Park in 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. In June in Jasper National Park, expect temperatures between 24°C during the day and 5°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 11th (Sun) to allow time for the car ride to Valemount.

Valemount is a village municipality of 1,018 people in east central British Columbia, Canada located from Kamloops, British Columbia. Kick off your visit on the 11th (Sun): see the interesting displays at Valemount Museum.

To find reviews, maps, more things to do, and tourist information, go to the Valemount tour planner.

Getting from Jasper National Park to Valemount by car takes about 1.5 hours. Traveling from Jasper National Park to Valemount, you'll gain 1 hour due to the time zone difference. Expect a daytime high around 25°C in June, and nighttime lows around 7°C. On the 12th (Mon), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can drive to Clearwater.

Although forestry remains the area's major employer, Clearwater tourism thrives thanks to the region's good opportunities for outdoor activities on six big lakes and four rivers.

Kick off your visit on the 13th (Tue): walk around Wells Gray Provincial Park.

To see reviews, ratings, and more tourist information, go to the Clearwater trip itinerary planning site.

Getting from Valemount to Clearwater by car takes about 2.5 hours. In June, daily temperatures in Clearwater can reach 25°C, while at night they dip to 7°C. On the 14th (Wed), you're off to Kamloops.

Frequent host of major sporting events, Kamloops calls itself the "Tournament Capital of Canada." Visitors come to watch curling and skating competitions, as well as fly fishing championships, bike races, and hockey tournaments.

Start off your visit on the 14th (Wed): examine the collection at Kamloops Museum and Archives and then walk around Riverside Park - Centre of the City.

For traveler tips, more things to do, maps, and tourist information, read our Kamloops tour itinerary planning app.

Traveling by car from Clearwater to Kamloops takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. On the 15th (Thu), you're off to Whistler.

Home to one of the largest ski areas in North America, former logging town of Whistler provides activities and entertainment for avid nature lovers and adrenaline seekers.

On the 15th (Thu), trek along Smoke Bluffs Park. On the 16th (Fri), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: ski along the peaceful trails at Whistler Blackcomb and then hit the slopes at Peak to Creek.

For traveler tips, maps, photos, and tourist information, refer to the Whistler vacation maker site.

Traveling by flight from Kamloops to Whistler takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 24°C in June, and nighttime lows around 10°C. You'll set off for Parksville on the 17th (Sat).

With access to both the sea and mountains, vacations in Parksville appeal to hikers, swimmers, bird-watchers, and amateur photographers.

On the 17th (Sat), don't miss a visit to Old Country Market.

For photos, ratings, and tourist information, read our Parksville tour planning tool.

Do a combination of car and ferry from Whistler to Parksville in 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of bus and flight; or do a combination of bus and ferry. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 18th (Sun) to allow time to drive to Tofino.

A tiny settlement on Vancouver Island's wild western coastline, surfers' favorite Tofino occupies a scenic location at the edge of Clayoquot Sound, a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve.

Start off your visit on the 18th (Sun): hike along Wild Pacific Trail and then enjoy the sand and surf at Long Beach. On the 19th (Mon), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: explore the activities along Clayoquot Sound and then kick back and relax at Chesterman Beach.

To find ratings, where to stay, reviews, and more tourist information, refer to the Tofino trip planner.

You can drive from Parksville to Tofino in 3 hours. Another option is to take a bus. In June, plan for daily highs up to 19°C, and evening lows to 12°C. On the 20th (Tue), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can drive to Port Alberni.

Port Alberni is a city located on Vancouver Island in the province of British Columbia, Canada.Port Alberni has a total population of 17,743, and a census agglomeration area of 25,396.Port Alberni is a deep port city which lies within the Alberni Valley at the head of the Alberni Inlet, Vancouver Island's longest inlet. Start off your visit on the 20th (Tue): see majestic marine mammals with a dolphin and whale watching tour.

For more things to do, ratings, reviews, and other tourist information, use the Port Alberni trip maker site.

You can drive from Tofino to Port Alberni in 2 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a bus. Traveling from Tofino in June, you will find days in Port Alberni are somewhat warmer (26°C), and nights are about the same (10°C). Finish up your sightseeing early on the 21st (Wed) so you can go by car to Victoria.

Many urban centers call themselves "Garden City," but thanks to its many manicured parks filled with native and exotic plants, Victoria probably deserves than moniker more than most.

Start off your visit on the 21st (Wed): appreciate the extensive heritage of Inner Harbour. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 22nd (Thu): ponder the world of politics at Legislative Assembly of British Columbia, then explore the historical opulence of Craigdarroch Castle, and then take a leisurely stroll along Fisherman's Wharf.

For traveler tips, where to stay, other places to visit, and more tourist information, read Victoria route planning site.

You can drive from Port Alberni to Victoria in 3 hours. Another option is to take a bus. When traveling from Port Alberni in June, plan for slightly colder days in Victoria, with highs around 20°C, while nights are about the same with lows around 13°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 23rd (Fri) to allow enough time to fly to Richmond.

On the fringe of greater Vancouver, the city of Richmond has a reputation as one of Canada's greatest melting pots.

To find ratings, more things to do, where to stay, and more tourist information, read Richmond holiday tool.

Traveling by flight from Victoria to Richmond takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of bus and ferry; or take a bus. June in Richmond sees daily highs of 23°C and lows of 14°C at night. You will leave for home on the 24th (Sat).