Smartphone Audio Driving Tour Between Lake Louise & Revelstoke

Discover the Trans-Canada Hwy with an engaging audio tour. Learn about nature, history, and more. Perfect for a flexible, fun road trip.

Duration: 2 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Illecillewaet River - As you drive along the Illecillewaet River we’ll tell you where its water comes from and where it ends up.
  • Mount Revelstoke National Park - We’ll let you in on a little-known fact about an isolated population that lives in this inland rainforest!
  • Hemlock Grove Boardwalk Trail - Here’s another chance to stretch your legs. We’ll tell what famous Canadian created one of these trails.
  • Albert Canyon - We’ll tell you how the canyon was discovered as well as a wonderful bonus that was found!
  • Selkirk Mountains - As you are driving through these mountains we’ll tell you about their amazing size and a little-known fact of how old they actually are.
  • British Columbia - British Columbia Flag. We have a fun fact for you about the British Columbia flag!
  • Glacier National Park of Canada - As you take in these beautiful mountains around you, we’ll give you some interesting facts about BC’s national parks.
  • Blaeberry - As you cross the Blaeberry River, we’ll give you a little detail on the rather confusing way it got its name!
  • Rogers Pass Discovery Centre - Here, you’ll see a pull-off for what’s been called the best national park museum in Canada. We’ll give you a bit about its history.
  • Giant Cedars Boardwalk Trail - Here you will find two trails, both short & sweet if you are looking for a nature break! We’ll tell you about their main features.
  • Glacier National Park - As you drive to the eastern boundary of the park we’ll learn a little more about the effect of glaciers on the mountains surrounding you.
  • Purcell Mountains - We’ll tell you why mountain climbers are drawn to the numerous granitic intrusions, such as the Bugaboos and the Leaning Towers.
  • Kinbasket Lake - Mica Dam. We’ll tell you a bit about an earthfill dam, one of the largest of its kind in the world.
  • Columbia River - You’ll have been seeing the mighty Columbia River for a bit now. We’ll tell you why it has been a key component of culture & economy for thousands of years.
  • Mount King - We’ll tell you what Mount King’s claim to fame is!
  • Beaver Creek - We’ll tell you a little about the amazing engineering feats of this Canadian icon!
  • Golden - We’ll tell you a bit about this interesting town and its historical development.
  • Kicking Horse River - Just north of the highway, you’ll find a perfect spot for a rest with a fantastic view of the Kicking Horse River.
  • Yoho National Park - West Entrance. Yoho National Park has so many stunning sites that we’ll only be able to tell you about a few of them!
  • Mount Vaux - We’ll tell you who the Mountain is named after and tell you what his very interesting job titles actually mean!
  • Mount Hurd - We’ll tell you a bit about the mountain to the east and its historical importance to the area.
  • Emerald Lake - Natural Stone Bridge. You’ll see Emerald Lake Road. If you decide to go down that road, you’ll come across two cool things that we’ll tell you about.
  • Kicking Horse Mountain Resort - You may be surprised to hear what “claim to fame” has this resort ranking sixth of any North American ski resort!
  • Mount Field - Here we’ll let you check out which mountain has the highest peak. Don’t worry, we’ll let you know!
  • Wapta Lake - Burgess Shale. We’ll tell you about some of the famous wildlife that used to roam the Canadian Rockies.
  • Trans-Canada Highway - As you arrive at the East boundary of Yoho National Park, we’ll tell you what the amazing word “Yoho” is in the Cree language.
What's Included
  • Only 1 tour booking needed per vehicle
  • Flexible dates - tour is yours to keep and enjoy anytime on Tripvia Tours
  • Ensure you have a good mobile or WiFi connection for the initial download
  • No time constraints - stop anywhere along the route
  • No signal required or data used during tour
What's Not Included
  • Transportation (use your own vehicle)
  • Smartphone or tablet
  • **Recommended attractions may be closed/inaccessible due to season or reasons beyond our control.
Additional Information

Connect your smartphone to your vehicle’s stereo and listen to a tour guide while you drive!

Follow the suggested route along Trans-Canada Hwy and experience this incredible drive in a fun & unique way!

Start anywhere along the route between Revelstoke & Lake Louise. The tour experience is the same in either direction.

Learn about the incredible Purcell Mountains, Kinbasket Lake, Columbia River, and Glacier National Park. Hear about the animals, geography, historical events, and more that define this magnificent stretch of highway!

With no time constraints, enjoy the freedom to stop anywhere and take your time exploring.

Tour guide commentary will play automatically as you drive. Easily refer to the GPS map if needed. No data is used during the tour.

This audio guide will keep your group entertained & engaged along the way. Each point of interest also has a fun multiple-choice trivia question about the sights.

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Location
Bow Valley Parkway
The tour runs from Lake Louise to Revelstoke OR Revelstoke to Lake Louise on the Trans-Canada #1 Highway. The tour experience is the same in either direction.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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