Overview
Itinerary
Arrive in Calgary and transfer to Kananaskis, where you'll Check in at the Kananaskis Mountain Lodge.
In the evening, gather with your fellow travellers for a delightful dinner, followed by time to relax and enjoy the serene surroundings of Kananaskis Provincial Park. (D) Stay: Pomeroy Kananaskis Mountain Lodge, Autograph Collection
Your day begins with a drive from Kananaskis toward Jasper.
Upon arrival, explore the rugged beauty of Jasper National Park or unwind in its peaceful surroundings. The evening is yours to enjoy at leisure. (B) Stay: Forest Park Hotel, Jasper National Park
Begin your day with a guided walk through Maligne Canyon, exploring its limestone gorges and waterfalls. Then, take a scenic cruise on Maligne Lake, soaking in views of Spirit Island.
In the afternoon, join an optional float trip along the serene Athabasca River. Spend the evening at leisure, relaxing or exploring Jasper's charming town centre. (B)
This morning, you'll visit Athabasca Falls, a breathtaking natural wonder renowned for its powerful and mesmerising beauty, before departing Jasper on the Columbia Icefields Parkway. A warm welcome greets you at the country's first and only glacier-view resort over a champagne reception and nibbles. Before dinner, take advantage of the long daylight hours and set out for an after-hours visit to the Columbia Icefield Skywalk, a glass-floored walkway above the Sunwapta Valley featuring waterfalls and wildlife.
After your Skywalk visit, indulge in a delicious, Canadian inspired, locally sourced dinner, sip cocktails and marvel at the spectacular glacier views that wrap the restaurant. (B/D) Stay: Glacier View Lodge, Jasper National Park
Begin your day with an exclusive experience before the crowds arrive, with the Columbia Icefield Glacier Adventure. Step onto the vast ice mass to enjoy early access to this breathtaking natural wonder, setting the stage for a truly memorable day. Enjoy the drive along the Icefields Parkway, renowned as one of the most beautiful journeys in the world, through the soaring mountains, icefields and sweeping valleys. Then explore Yoho National Park, known for its stunning waterfalls and dramatic landscapes.
Arrive at the Fairmont Banff Springs for a relaxing evening, with time to unwind or explore Banff National Park at your leisure. (B) Stay: Fairmont Banff Springs, Banff National Park
Make your way to Moraine Lake (seasonal) – the largest glacially fed lake in Canada – for a photo stop before a decadent lunch at Chateau Lake Louise. Marvel as you're surrounded by soaring peaks and the majesty of the Victoria Glacier. Capture a photo or two of the turquoise Lake Louise and rugged backdrop of one of the most famous mountain vistas in the world. Next, enjoy a scenic drive through Banff National Park, visiting the Hoodoos and Surprise Corner before returning to the hotel for a relaxing evening. (B/LW)
Connect with nature as you join a memorable MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience with a First Nations Cree Iroquois Local Expert. Discover First Nations culture, such as how plants and animals like bears hold great significance. This authentic dive into the First Nations Cree community is not only enlightening but also helps assure the sustainability of the community and culture. Embark on a guided walk in the Boreal Forest and learn the Indigenous world of plant medicines as well as the historical and modern-day uses of plants and listen to fascinating stories about the First Nations.
This afternoon, visit The Whyte Museum and enjoy artwork inspired by the local Rockies. Or, learn about the history of the Fairmont Banff Springs from a knowledgeable ambassador. Hear stories of events that took place around and at this hotel and receive a self-guided map of highlight locations for you to discover. End the day with an optional helicopter tour and a dinner in Banff. (B/D)
After breakfast, you are transferred to Calgary Airport where your journey comes to an end. Arrival time at airport is approximately 12:00. (B)
Trip Inclusions
- Moraine Lake: Enjoy a beautiful stop at glacier-fed Moraine Lake, a vibrant turquoise lake set in the rugged Valley of the Ten Peaks.
- Icefields Parkway: Travel along the Icefields Parkway Drive, one of the most scenic drives in North America. Made up of breathtaking glaciers, soaring mountain peaks and dramatic valleys.
- Maligne Lake: Relax on board a narrated cruise on the serene waters of Maligne Lake. Glide past jagged mountain peaks to Spirit Island, a world-famous destination accessible only by boat.
- Maligne Canyon: Join your Travel Director as you walk on the trails of Maligne Canyon, one of the most stunning gorges in the Canadian Rockies and the deepest canyon in Jasper National Park.
- Icefields Parkway: Take a seat in a specially designed Ice Explorer for a visit onto the Athabasca Glacier before other travellers arrive. Follow your Local Expert as you stroll on its icy surface and experience the enormous glaciers up close.
- Athabasca Glacier: With the opportunity to get up close to nature's breathtaking power, Athabasca Falls is an experience not to be missed. Here, the Athabasca River crashes through a narrow gorge with immense force, its thundering waters and dramatic drop offering incredible photo opportunities to capture the raw beauty of the Canadian Rockies.
- Icefields Parkway: Enjoy an after-hours visit to the amazing Glacier Skywalk. Step onto the cliff-edged, glass-floored walkway rising 918 ft (280 meters) above the Sunwapta Valley offering sweeping views of the valley and Columbia Icefield.
- Icefields Parkway: After a delicious dinner, step out onto the viewing deck and stargaze. As you marvel at the dark night sky, relax with a drink in the library or hang out inside the Moraine Lounge with games and live entertainment. The perfect way to end any night.
Choose between two carefully selected activities
- Banff: Learn about the history of Fairmont Banff Springs, discover highlights and stories that took place around the iconic hotel.
- Banff: Discover the history and culture of the Rocky Mountains of Canada at the Whyte Museum of the Canadian Rockies. With the mission of cultivating the exchange of knowledge, the museum engages you with the evolving history, peoples, cultures, environment and ideas of mountain cultures. Museum founders Peter Whyte and Catharine Robb Whyte were local artists and philanthropists who wanted to create a place where people could gather and appreciate the culture and beauty of the area.
- Banff: Join a First Nations Cree Iroquois Local Expert and take a walk in the Boreal forest. Learn how their ancestors survived off the land and used the plants as medicines. Listen to amazing stories about First Nations culture and their relationship with local nature and wildlife. Your experience advances United Nations Global Goals 5 & 11: Gender Equality & Sustainable Cities and Communities.
- Banff: Celebrate your travels with your newfound friends at the historic and regal Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel.
- Icefields Parkway: Enjoy an evening reception at the Glacier View Lodge. After dinner, step out onto the viewing deck and marvel at the evening sky, relax with a drink in the library or hang out inside the Moraine Lounge with games and live entertainment.
- Kananaskis: Enjoy a flavourful dinner at the Kananaskis Mountain Lodge.
- Dining Summary: 7 Breakfasts (B), 3 Dinners (D), 1 Lunch with Wine (LW)
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- Itinerary and inclusions are subject to change
- Price is for land, cruise and internal flights as specified. Flights not specified are not included
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