Canadian Rockies Adventure: Teens' Odyssey

Program Details

Course Description: Canadian Rockies Adventure: Teens' Odyssey

Northwestern Odyssey Teen Tour

A 25-day adventure through the Pacific Northwest, the Canadian Rockies, and America’s most iconic national parks 🌲⛰️. This teen travel program blends adrenaline-filled activities with stunning scenery, time to relax, and a warm, inclusive group vibe. From jet-boating in Portland and surfing on the Oregon Coast to exploring Banff, Glacier and Yellowstone, every day is packed with unforgettable experiences. Led by experienced summer leaders who create a close, friendly “trip family,” this journey is the ultimate way for teens to explore the West.

Program Highlights 🌟

• Thrilling Via Ferrata climbing adventure in Whistler

• Extreme Tubing at Park City Olympic Park (up to 50 mph!)

• Whitewater raft the Snake River

• Visit magnificent Lake Louise

• Ride the PEAK 2 PEAK Gondola 🚠

• Explore Glacier, Yellowstone & Banff National Parks

• Tour Athabasca Glacier by giant snowcoach

• High-speed downhill karting at Canada Olympic Park

• North America’s longest zipline

• Wakeboard or waterski Lake Okanagan

• Whirlyball, ice skating & sailing the Puget Sound

• Lagoon-a-Beach Water & Amusement Park

• Professional surf lesson on the Oregon Coast 🏄

• Dune buggy adventure across coastal sand dunes

• Jet-boat ride down the Willamette River

Itinerary

Days 1–2: Portland, Oregon

Fly into Portland and kick off your adventure with fun orientation activities. Cruise in a surrey bike along the waterfront, take a thrilling jet-boat ride on the Willamette River, and enjoy ice skating or the legendary Voodoo Doughnuts with new friends.

Days 3–4: Eugene & Oregon Coast

Travel to Eugene, home of the Oregon Ducks. Head out to the Oregon Coast for a professional surfing lesson, then explore the enormous coastal sand dunes. Hold on tight during an exciting dune-buggy ride over the shifting desert-like terrain.

Days 5–7: Seattle, Washington

Discover Seattle’s vibrant energy — watch the famous fish toss at Pike Place Market, visit MoPOP, stick your gum on the iconic gum wall, and sail the Puget Sound in a high-performance yacht. Take in the skyline from the Space Needle, and play an intense game of Whirlyball. Cheer on the Mariners when the schedule aligns.

Days 8–10: Vancouver & Whistler, British Columbia

Stop at Granville Island for food and street performers before heading to Whistler. Ride the record-breaking PEAK 2 PEAK Gondola between Whistler and Blackcomb. Clip into the Via Ferrata route across steel cables and bridges, then take on the Sasquatch — one of the longest ziplines in North America. End evenings relaxing in condo-style suites and the outdoor hot tub.

Days 11–12: Okanagan Valley, British Columbia

Spend two lakeside days in Kelowna. Waterski or wakeboard with professional instructors, go Banana-Boating, try wakesurfing if advanced, and relax on the sandy lakeshore.

Days 13–15: Banff & the Canadian Rockies

Explore world-famous Banff National Park — see emerald Lake Louise, hike to the Lake Agnes Teahouse, browse Banff town, and tour the Athabasca Glacier in Jasper National Park. Sip iceberg water, toss a snowball in July, and capture photos at Peyto Lake and Bow Falls.

Days 16–17: Calgary, Alberta

Visit Canada Olympic Park for high-speed karting down a gravity-fed course. When dates align, experience the Calgary Stampede — “The Greatest Outdoor Show on Earth.”

(Shorter 17-day programs end here with a farewell.)

Days 18–19: Glacier National Park & Kalispell

Cross back into the US and cruise Lake McDonald, the largest lake in Glacier National Park. Explore the charming mountain town of Whitefish before overnighting in Kalispell.

Day 20: Bozeman, Montana

Break up the journey with a fun stop in Bozeman — try axe throwing, watch a movie, and rest before heading toward Yellowstone.

Days 21–22: Jackson Hole, Wyoming & Yellowstone

Raft the Snake River’s iconic rapids: Lunch Counter, Big Kahuna, Champagne and Ropes. Explore Yellowstone’s wonders — Old Faithful, the Fountain Paint Pots, and grazing wildlife. Afterwards, roam Jackson Hole’s famous town square surrounded by towering Tetons.

Days 23–25: Park City, Utah & Departure

Finish in Park City with Olympic-level adventures — Extreme Tubing at 50 mph, ziplines, alpine slide, canyon course, drop tower, and airbag jumps. Spend an evening at Lagoon Amusement Park and Lagoon-a-Beach, home of Cannibal and over 45 rides. Enjoy the pool and hot tub, celebratory final banquet, then fly home from Salt Lake City.

Accommodations 🏨

Teens stay in safe, comfortable hotels and resort-style properties including:

• Hyatt Place Portland

• Hyatt Place Eugene

• Embassy Suites Bellevue (Seattle)

• Blackcomb Springs Suites (Whistler condos w/ kitchens & hot tub)

• Hyatt Place Kelowna (Okanagan)

• Silver Creek Lodge condo suites (Banff)

• Delta Hotel Calgary

• SpringHill Suites or Hilton Garden Inn (Kalispell)

• Homewood Suites (Bozeman)

• Cowboy Village Resort cabins (Jackson Hole)

• Hyatt Place Park City

Rooms are typically doubles or triples, with each participant having their own bed.

What It’s Like 💫

An adrenaline-filled travel experience with incredible scenery, cool cities and a super friendly, close-bonded teen group. Leaders make sure every student feels included and comfortable trying new experiences.

Meals 🍽️

• Breakfast & dinner included daily

• Dinners at teen-approved restaurants — hibachi grills, BBQ, Italian, American favorites, food halls

• Lunches purchased in smaller groups at local cafés

• Dessert stops at spots like Crumbl Cookies, ice cream parlors, Voodoo Doughnuts & more

Dietary Options

Most dietary preferences and allergies can be accommodated (vegetarian, celiac, lactose intolerance, kosher-style, etc.).

Transportation 🚌

• Chartered, air-conditioned motor coach with a professional driver

• No internal flights on this itinerary

Group Size & Ages 👥

• 28–48 participants depending on departure

• Compatible co-ed age groups

• A middle-school departure is available for 7th–8th graders

Laundry 🧺

Laundry is done weekly at local laundromats, with detergent provided and staff helping first-timers.

Program Specifics ✈️

Flight to Portland, Oregon

Flights should arrive within designated windows. A chaperoned group flight is available from the New York area.

Return Flight from Salt Lake City, Utah

Leaders assist teens through check-in and stay until all departure-window flights have taken off. A chaperoned return is available for New York participants.

What’s Included ✔️

• All lodging

• Breakfast & dinner daily

• All listed activities

• Airport transfers in designated windows

• Taxes & gratuities

Not Included

• Flights to Portland / from Salt Lake City

• Lunches, snacks

• Personal spending money

• Laundry

• Optional travel insurance