Motorcycle Tour of Canada

A motorcycle tour of Canada means riding the Canadian Rockies, among turquoise lakes, glaciers and forests where moose and bears still cross the road. Over 11 days and roughly 2,740 km, the ROXMOTORS route loops out of Vancouver through British Columbia and into Alberta along the Icefields Parkway.

One of the most beautiful roads in the world

This is the longest and most complete ROXMOTORS route in North America, and the one with the most riding days. British Columbia delivers curves by the hundred — more than 300 on the Nelson to Revelstoke leg alone — and the Icefields Parkway, between Banff and Jasper, appears on every list of the world’s most beautiful roads. Along the way there are glacial lakes, hot springs, the town of Banff inside the national park and a 6×6 coach ride out onto a glacier. All 100% tarmac, at the most relaxed level on the scale.

What you will see in Canada

Icefields Parkway — the road between Banff and Jasper, considered one of the most beautiful in the world, with a glacier excursion;
Lake Louise and Moraine Lake — the two most photographed glacial lakes in the Rockies, with Takakkaw Falls on the same day;
Banff — a free day in the town inside the national park, with the gondola that is its most visited attraction;
Whistler and Squamish — Highway 99 out of Vancouver, via the Lions Gate Bridge and the Capilano suspension bridge;
Nelson and Revelstoke — the Kootenay mountains, with more than 300 curves in a single day and a lake crossing by ferry;
Fraser River Canyon — the Gold Rush Trail, Hell’s Gate and Spences Bridge on the way back to Vancouver.

Route summary

Day 1 — Vancouver: arrival and group briefing;
Days 2 to 5 — British Columbia: Whistler along Highway 99, Kelowna on the lake, Nelson in the Kootenays and the 300-curve day to Revelstoke;
Days 6 and 7 — the Rockies: Kicking Horse Pass, Takakkaw, Lake Louise and Moraine to Banff, with a free day in town;
Days 8 and 9 — Icefields Parkway: the run to Jasper with the glacier excursion, a night in Valemount in view of Mount Robson, and down the Thompson river to Kamloops;
Days 10 and 11 — return: the Gold Rush Trail and Fraser River Canyon back to Vancouver and end of tour.

Representative itinerary — the detailed day-by-day programme is in the guide book for each departure.

Tour facts

11 days and approximately 2,740 km, with 8 riding days;
Country: Canada — British Columbia and Alberta;
Difficulty: easy — the most relaxed level on the ROXMOTORS scale;
100% on-road;
Start and finish in Vancouver;
900cc motorcycle with top case and full insurance (ask about the 1200cc upgrade).

What is included

Motorcycle rental from 800 to 1300cc, with top case and full insurance;
Accommodation in superior category, well located hotels;
Guide with advanced training in riding, mechanics and WMA wilderness first aid;
Support vehicle with Starlink, mechanical support and first aid;
Life insurance and premium travel assistance;
Digital and printed road book;
Travel kit with ROXMOTORS gifts and a memory frame;
Fuel;
Concierge service for flights, extra hotel nights and local experiences.

Upcoming departures

Check the dates for the next Canada Experience departures in the full calendar of North America tours, or talk to our team.

Why ride Canada with ROXMOTORS?

Groups of no more than 10 motorcycles, for a genuinely premium experience; a team with more than a decade running international motorcycle tours; support vehicle, certified guide and concierge from start to finish; and the reliability of a well established company.

Want to see more of North America?

Alongside Canada, ROXMOTORS runs the National Parks and Route 66 in the Southwest, the Blues Trail through the American South and Yellowstone & Sturgis. Browse all our North America tours.

Getting ready

Most visitors to Canada need either an eTA authorisation or a visitor visa, depending on nationality — check what applies to you. Worth checking your flight routing too: a connection through the United States has its own entry requirements even without leaving the airport. An International Driving Permit is recommended, and travel insurance is already included. June in the Rockies brings long days and mild temperatures, but it turns cold at altitude: pack a thermal layer. About a month before departure we open a WhatsApp group with the road book, packing tips, paperwork and currency guidance.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need my own motorcycle? No. The motorcycle is included and waiting for you at the start of the tour in Vancouver.
Do I need a visa for Canada? Depending on your nationality, either an eTA or a visitor visa. If your flights route through the United States, US entry requirements apply as well.
Can I bring a pillion? Yes. The route is 100% tarmac, with a free day in Banff and well spaced daily distances.
Is wildlife common on the road? Yes. Moose and bears appear regularly in the Kootenays and the Rockies — the briefing covers how to handle it.
When is the best time to go? June, when the tour runs: the passes are clear of snow, the days are long and the summer crowds have not arrived.