Banff to Victoria Golf Safari

Arrive in beautiful Banff, Alberta and check-in to the hotel of your choice:

The Banff Voyager Inn. Boasting fabulous views of the Canadian Rockies, the Banff Voyager Inn offers clean, comfortable accommodations in a warm friendly atmosphere.  The Voyager Inn is just minutes from the shops and attractions of downtown. The hotel’s amenities include a dining room, garden patio, in-house liquor store, indoor whirlpool, dry sauna, outdoor heated pool and the ever-popular Voyageur Lounge.

The Rim Rock Resort Hotel. Located at the base of a mountain and across the street from Banff’s hot springs the Rim Rock Resort Hotel is a superb place to unwind and enjoy the Banff experience. It is a four-diamond resort that has been named as a member of the Great Hotels of the World. The hotel has two restaurants, a lounge, a wine cellar with over 500 labels to choose from, room service, concierge, fitness centre, full service spa, boutique shops, indoor salt-water pool and whirlpool. Your room has a king-size bed, TV, telephone, and full bath. The rooms are beautifully appointed with dark wood furniture. I am very confident you will love it at the Rim Rock.

The Fairmont Banff Springs. Few hotels in the world can rival the majesty, hospitality and scenery of The Fairmont Banff Springs. Its unique blend of opulence and seclusion has been a symbol of Rocky Mountain magnificence for more than a century. Styled after a Scottish baronial castle, The Fairmont Banff Springs offers stunning vistas, championship golf courses, unparalleled skiing, classic cuisine and Solace, a world class European-style spa. Experience timeless beauty and luxurious comfort in a pristine wilderness.

Spend the evening enjoying your incredible new surroundings.

Play Stewart Creek Golf Club (Your preference of tee time). Winner of the #2 best course in all of Canada for 2001, Stewart Creek was designed with one thing in mind: take your breath away". Measuring 7,150 yards from the back tee, Stewart Creek has sculpted the rugged landscape into layered fairways and subtly sloped greens with natural forest defining landing areas. The course winds around rushing streams, crystal clear lakes, rocky outcrops and restored mine entrances. It is truly a Canadian golfing experience you won’t soon forget.

Play The Banff Springs Golf Course (Your preference of tee time). Set in a landscape that seems to have come straight out of a dream, the Banff Springs Golf Course is simply what every other mountain course aspires to be. Built in the shadows of the towering Rocky Mountains, the Banff Springs course weaves through dense, evergreen forest, and beside two glacial rivers. With distractions like the incredible scenery, clean mountain air and roaming elk, this superbly maintained course will test both your concentration and your game.

Checkout of your hotel in the morning and drive to Kelowna, British Columbia. Your drive will take you from the snowcapped peaks of the Canadian Rockies and the Selkirk Mountains to the rolling sagebrush hills and crystal lakes of the Okanagan Valley. It is truly a drive to remember.

Arrive in Kelowna and check-in to the hotel of your choice:

The Accent Inn - Kelowna. The hotel is centrally located in Kelowna across from a major shopping centre and adjacent to restaurants. It has a heated outdoor pool and all rooms come with two queen beds, TV, telephone, and complimentary in-room coffee.

The Coast Capri Hotel. The Coast Capri is centrally located in downtown Kelowna. The second largest hotel in the city, the Coast Capri Hotel features 185 recently renovated guest rooms, most with balconies. The hotel’s fantastic amenities include a heated outdoor pool, whirlpool, sauna, fitness facility, business centre, the Vintage Dining Room, Vintners Lounge & Pool Side Grill, Coffecopia Coffee Bar, Bluelines Sports & Comedy Club,  Cap’s Cold Beer & Wine Store, Beyond Wrapture Day Spa and complimentary shuttle within town, All the rooms are air-conditioned and come with two queen beds.

The Grand Okanagan in Kelowna any time after 4pm. The hotel is located in the heart of the waterfront district on Lake Okanagan. It has two pools, boutiques, a full European spa, a fitness club, restaurants, lounges, concierge service and a list of other amenities. The hotel is adjacent to a full service casino and a lively nightclub. I am sure you will love The Grand.

Spend the evening enjoying all that Kelowna has to offer!

Play Predator Ridge Golf Club (Your preference of tee time). Absolutely everything about Predator Ridge, from the valet parking to the luxurious clubhouse, award-winning cuisine and phenomenal golf course, lets you know that you have arrived at a world-class resort. Voted the 4th best public course in Canada and home to the Export A skins game with Sergio Garcia, Mike Weir, Phil Mickelson & Fred Couples for the year 2000, this 27-hole course is absolutely fantastic. It is no wonder it continues to wins international recognition and awards year after year.

Checkout of your hotel in the morning before heading to the golf course. Play Gallagher’s Canyon (Your preference of tee time). Ranked #38 amongst all golf courses in Canada, Gallagher’s is a great blend of thinking golf and “grip-it-and-rip-it” holes. Its 6800 yards of rolling fairways will keep your driver ecstatic but welcoming bunkers and elevated greens will keep your short game well tuned. With the ponderosa-lined fairways and winding terrain you may feel that your group, and the occasional deer, shares the course alone.

Relax over a meal on the deck at Gallagher’s Canyon before driving west to Vancouver and checking-in to the hotel of your choice:

The Accent Inn - Burnaby. Located at 3777 Henning Road the Accent Inn is conveniently located near the junction of the Trans Canada Highway and the Lougheed Highway into Vancouver. Driving to both Furry Creek and Northview Golf Club will be very easy from this location. The rooms are clean and comfortable and all come with TV, telephone, complimentary in-room coffee and full bathroom.

The Best Western Chateau Granville. Ideally located in the heart of downtown Vancouver the Best Western Chateau Granville is just minutes from shopping, nightlife, the theatre district, major attractions and dozens of restaurants and pubs. The hotel's amenities include a full service restaurant, lounge, concierge, and secured underground parking. All of the rooms come with your choice of one or two beds as well as 27' TV, on demand movies, AM/FM alarm clock, coffee & tea maker, air conditioning and much more.

The four-½ diamond Four Seasons Hotel. Located in the heart of downtown Vancouver the Four Seasons is a considered by many people to be the top hotel in the city. With twenty-four hour room service and concierge service, award winning restaurants, two lounges, a health club, spa, shops, complimentary morning paper and shoe shine service and much more it is a fantastic place to come and pamper yourself.

Spend the evening enjoying the vibrancy and beauty of this incredible, cosmopolitan city!

Play Furry Creek Golf Club (Your preference of tee time). Voted the most scenic golf course in the Pacific Northwest three years in a row this course is as challenging as it is beautiful. You simply will not find a comparable golfing experience anywhere else. The dramatic elevation changes, ravines and incredible views combine to make this a course you will remember for a lifetime.

Play Westwood Plateau (Your preference of tee time). Ranked top fifty in Canada Westwood Plateau is a definite ‘must-play’ for any trip to Vancouver. A willingness to be patient within your game and the occasional creative shot making is essential to shoot well at this superb track. Be sure to take time after your round to grab a bite to eat on the deck at Westwood Plateau. The food and the views of Snow-capped Mt. Baker are simply superb!

Checkout of your hotel in the morning before catching the BC Ferries sailing of your choice to Vancouver Island. This sailing will take you through the picturesque Gulf Islands. The scenery is absolutely beautiful and it is not uncommon to see seals and whales during the crossing. Be sure to have your camera with you!

Arrive on Vancouver Island, drive into Victoria and check-in to the hotel of your choice:

The Traveller’s Inn: The hotel is located in the downtown core just minutes from shopping, restaurants and the inner harbour. The hotel has free satellite TV and movie channels, air-conditioned rooms, free local calls, a restaurant, lounge and heated outdoor pool.

The Executive House Hotel: Located in Victoria’s inner harbour district, this European Boutique-style hotel is one of the most popular hotels in Victoria. The hotel’s amenities include a spa, hot tub, restaurants, lounges, and much more. I am sure you will thoroughly enjoy your stay at the Executive House.

The Laurel Point Inn: Located on a park-like setting in the heart of Victoria’s inner harbour district, the Laurel Point Inn is one of the best hotels in Victoria. Each room has a water view and private balcony. The hotel’s amenities include a heated pool, hot tub, spa, business centre, restaurants, lounge, terrace & pond and much more. You will love this hotel.

Spend the evening enjoying your incredible new surroundings!

Play Victoria Golf Club (Your preference of tee time). Rated consistently as one of the top twenty-five courses in Canada, Victoria’s rolling terrain and sea-side location have led it to be nick-named “Pebble Beach North” by more than one visitor. If the wind is low this course can be had but if the wind is blowing it can be a humbling experience. Regardless of the conditions though it will be a round to remember.

Play Bear Mountain Golf & Country Club (Your preference of tee time.). Designed by the legendary Jack Nicklaus and his son Steve Nicklaus, Bear Mountain is destined to become one of the greatest courses in Canada. Set on the slopes of a wooded mountain the course takes golfers through forests, around rock bluffs, over lakes and streams and beside some of the most awe-inspiring scenery on the island. You are sure to enjoy your round at Bear Mountain!

Checkout of your hotel in the morning and drive north to Nanaimo. Catch the BC Ferries sailing of your choice from Departure Bay to Horseshoe Bay. Arrive in Horseshoe Bay and drive north to Whistler. The entire trip from Victoria to Whistler takes less than half a day but it is so full of beautiful scenery and hidden attractions, be sure to give yourself plenty of time to be able to take advantage of all the discoveries you will make along the way!

Arrive in Whistler and check-in to the hotel of your choice:

The four-star Delta Whistler Village Suites in the heart of the Whistler Village. All 207 suites at this fabulous facility are comfortable, welcoming and tastefully decorated, chalet style. Your suite comes with a gas fireplace, balcony, living room, fully equipped kitchen with complete set of cookware and place setting, in suite washer and dryer, air conditioning, entertainment packages with remote cable television and Lodgenet movies and Nintendo. You are sure to enjoy your stay in your suite in the heart of Whistler Village.

The four-star Hilton Whistler Resort & Spa. Located in the heart of Whistler Village, the Hilton Whistler Resort & Spa is a fantastic hotel and a great place to use as a base for exploring Whistler. The hotel has a heated outdoor pool, tennis courts, hot tub, spa, restaurants, lounge, shops, room service, concierge and much, much more. The rooms are beautifully appointed and come with your choice of one or two queen beds, minibar, bathrobes, in-room safe and movies and many other amenities. You are sure to enjoy your stay at this great resort!

The five-star Four Seasons Resort Whistler: All 273 guest rooms, suites and townhouses at this incredible resort capture the spirit of a luxurious mountain residence, with cozy wood interiors and gas-burning fireplaces. All guest accommodations offer superb views of the mountains, forest, valley, pool or courtyard from private or step-out balconies. The extra-spacious bathrooms come with the typically opulent Four Seasons signature features: deep soaking tub, separate glass-enclosed shower, large double vanity and, in a separate alcove, WC with telephone. The resort’s extensive amenities include a full service spa, restaurant, outdoor pool, Jacuzzi, fitness centre, 24-hour room service, 24 hour concierge and much more. You simply can’t find a better place to stay in a more beautiful mountain resort.

Spend the evening enjoying all that this incredible resort town has to offer!

Play Nicklaus North Golf Club (Your preference of tee time). Ranked in the top fifteen in Canada this Jack Nicklaus course has played host to such names as Faldo, Price, Norman, Couples, Els and the golden Bear himself. It is a great blend of thinking golf and grip-and-rip holes. Whether you are an aggressive golfer or the kind that picks your moments carefully, you are sure to enjoy this immaculately maintained gem.

Play Chateau Whistler Golf Club (Your preference of tee time). Ranked in the top twenty in Canada this mountainous course is simply what all other mountain courses aspire to be. The incredible service, immaculate fairways, and phenomenal views make this a course to remember! It is just one of the reasons Whistler has been named as one of the top-ten golfing destinations in the world. Be sure to bring your camera and plenty of balls to this mountain gem!

Checkout of your hotel in the morning before returning home at your leisure. Thank you for traveling with BC Golf Safaris!