CANADA'S ROCKIES
7 Day Tour from Calgary to Banff
Availability:
Various dates throughout May - October 2022 & 2023.
For details on pricing or to book, contact your local Maritime Travel Advisor.
Your Canada tour in the Rocky Mountains begins in Stampede country, ticking off Jasper and Banff, stunning Lake Louise, and a scenic trek across the Athabasca Glacier in an Ice Explorer. Meet a retired Royal Canadian Mountie, get on the ice with a Canadian hockey player, and visit Calgary’s Stampede horses.
WHAT'S INCLUDED:
6 nights accommodation
MEALS
10 Meals: 6 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 3 dinners
SIGHTSEEING HIGHLIGHTS:
• CITY TOUR of Banff
• SCENIC DRIVE along the Icefields Parkway
• VISIT Jasper National Park, ride aboard an Ice Explorer on the Athabasca Glacier, Banff National Park, Lake Louise, Hockey Player Experience
ITINERARY
Day 1
Kick Start Your Journey In Calgary
Tip your Stetson to Canada's 'Cowboy Country', kick-starting your adventure through the inimitable Rockies in Calgary. This evening, gather at your hotel joining your Travel Director and fellow travellers for a Welcome Reception.
Hotel - Westin Calgary
Included Meals - Welcome Reception
Day 2
Uncloak The Ethereal Canadian Rockies
Embark on a spiritual encounter with the Canadian Rockies, admiring the ethereal beauty of Lake Louise, the surrounding summits and Victoria Glacier, before we continue along the Icefields Parkway. Skirt the craggy peaks, waterfalls and luminous glacial lakes keeping an eye out for bears, elk and mountain goats as you make your way through the wilderness to Jasper.
Hotel - Chateau Jasper
Included Meals - Breakfast
Day 3
Enjoy The Wonders Of Jasper National Park
Soak up pristine natural surroundings enjoying a morning at leisure. Then venture to Maligne Lake and indulge in a Regional Lunch with wine at the Maligne Lake Chalet, a rustic log building situated on a rise of land offering magnificent views of beautiful Maligne Lake in Jasper National Park. Take to the aqua waters of Maligne Lake later this afternoon (seasonal), admiring views of its three glaciers and Spirit Island, named by the Stoney Nation indigenous people for the experiences their ancestors had at this place centuries ago. It's a tiny grove of trees set in pristine nature separated from the mainland by an isthmus. Spirit Island becomes a true island for a few short days during the summer. Then enjoy the dramatic views as you take a guided walk to Maligne Canyon.
Included Meals - Breakfast, Lunch
Day 4
Take An Excursion To The Athabasca Glacier
We crunch across the glistening icefield of Athabasca Glacier this morning, stepping aboard an Ice Explorer to learn about glaciers and their impact on the environment. Take a sip of ice cold glacier water and admire the surrounding snowcapped panorama before continuing your journey to the alpine village of Banff. Before dinner, you'll enjoy a rare opportunity to meet a retired Royal Canadian Mountie, dressed in the traditional red serge uniform. This Local Specialist will share colourful stories about life in the 'force' and even pose for a photo or two. Tonight, enjoy dinner with your fellow travellers.
Hotel - Banff Park Lodge
Included Meals - Breakfast, Dinner
Day 5
Shoot Your Shot In Canmore
Learn the art of playing the puck like a pro when you meet a real Canadian hockey player in Canmore. Dive into Culture and embrace Canada's national sport, learning the secrets and superstitions of hockey players as a professional coach walks you through a day in the life of a player. Go inside the players' dressing room and put on the full hockey gear with help of a real coach. Grab your stick and it's off onto the ice where you're soon find out whether you are a lefty or righty and learn how to score the big goal. A sightseeing excursion around Banff reveals the exquisite natural beauty of the area. Admire the classic viewpoint of Surprise Corner, spectacular Bow Falls and the hoodoo rock formations.
Included Meals - Breakfast
Day 6
Breathe Fresh Air In Banff
After a day in the Rockies, meet Julie, Owner and Entrepreneur of Banff Trail Riders and dive into the world of horsemanship in the Rockies. Meet a blacksmith, visit the leather work shop, and learn about the history of the barns followed by a traditional BBQ dinner.
Included Meals - Breakfast, Be My Guest
Day 7
Farewell From Calgary
Descend from high above and bid farewell to the Canadian Rockies. Take your transfer to Calgary International Airport or to the Westin Calgary if you are extending your stay or joining the Calgary Stampede Option.
Included Meals - Breakfast
ACCOMMODATIONS
CALGARY - WESTIN CALGARY
JASPER - CHATEAU JASPER
BANFF - BANFF PARK LODGE
*Terms & Conditions:
Airfare is not included. Please review current promotions or deals for additional information. Tour prices, dates, details and itinerary are subject to change. Tour details are based on a 2022 Tour. Additional conditions apply. Prices were valid at time of publishing and are subject to change without notice. Promotional offer may be withdrawn at any time. Terms and Conditions may apply.