Canadian Rockies Active Escape

The adventure

Hike and bike your way through the beautiful canyons, glaciers and mountain passes that make the Canadian Rockies so enticing. This trip is perfect for the traveller who’s looking to actively explore this pristine wilderness but prefers a comfortable landing at night. You’ll hike the lush forests of the Kananaskis and Peter Lougheed Provincial Park, and experience the magnificent Icefield Parkway, Moraine Lake, and Yoho and Banff national parks. Best of all, the trip begins and ends in Calgary with its convenient international airport. Dream big and get active!

At a glance

Where you'll go

Day by day

Your journey through

Canada

Day 1Arrive before 8am to meet the group…CalgaryPush onto the Kananaskis country to Kananaskis Provincial Park. Kananaskis Country is a 4,000sq km (2,485.5 sq mi) multiple use area located in the foothills and mountains of the Canadian Rockies, west of Calgary. It is a diverse landscape including outstanding scenery, snow-caped mountains, abundant wildlife, and a distinctly cowboy feel. Make it into Banff at the end of the day.

Calgary

Push onto the Kananaskis country to Kananaskis Provincial Park. Kananaskis Country is a 4,000sq km (2,485.5 sq mi) multiple use area located in the foothills and mountains of the Canadian Rockies, west of Calgary. It is a diverse landscape including outstanding scenery, snow-caped mountains, abundant wildlife, and a distinctly cowboy feel. Make it into Banff at the end of the day.

Day 2Enjoy views from Icefields Parkway en route to JasperTransfer onto the celebrated Icefield Parkway to Jasper. Along the 300km (186.4 mi) ride, a spectacle unfolds before our eyes: lush coniferous forests, immense mountains, turquoise lakes, high-falling cascades, and humbling glaciers. Numerous stops will be planned along the way for photos, observation, and wildlife encounters. We reach our destination later in the day. Welcome to Jasper! Enjoy free time in the village and group dinner in a local restaurant or pub (dinner not included).

Transfer onto the celebrated Icefield Parkway to Jasper. Along the 300km (186.4 mi) ride, a spectacle unfolds before our eyes: lush coniferous forests, immense mountains, turquoise lakes, high-falling cascades, and humbling glaciers. Numerous stops will be planned along the way for photos, observation, and wildlife encounters. We reach our destination later in the day. Welcome to Jasper! Enjoy free time in the village and group dinner in a local restaurant or pub (dinner not included).

Day 3Enjoy a morning cycle

Enjoy a morning cycle, then on to Maligne Lake for a picnic lunch. Hike the Bald Hills Trail or opt for a canoe ride on the lake. Observe wildlife in Maligne Valley – keep an eye out for elk, moose, bears, and the elusive wolf.

Day 4Stop at Athabasca Glacier and Columbia Icefield en…Back on the Icefield parkway we stop at Athabaska Glacier and Columbia Icefield. In Lake Louise, take time to savour the emerald blue waters and breathtaking scenery. Tea anyone? Let’s walk to the Lake Agnès tea house. Others can walk down the easy trail to the lake's waterfront and opt to rent a canoe or relax on Chateau Lake Louise’s terrace.

Back on the Icefield parkway we stop at Athabaska Glacier and Columbia Icefield. In Lake Louise, take time to savour the emerald blue waters and breathtaking scenery. Tea anyone? Let’s walk to the Lake Agnès tea house. Others can walk down the easy trail to the lake's waterfront and opt to rent a canoe or relax on Chateau Lake Louise’s terrace.

Day 5Enjoy a day of hiking and adventure…

Enjoy a day of hiking and adventure in the spectacular Yoho National Park. Visit Takakkaw Falls before heading to Emerald Lake.

Day 6Enjoy a short walk at Moraine LakeCalgaryIt's our last day in the Canadian Rockies. Have a delicious lunch in Banff. Enjoy free time in Banff for some optional activities, such as biking, canoeing, rafting, and more. Drive back to Calgary where our adventure ends at approx 5pm.

Calgary

It's our last day in the Canadian Rockies. Have a delicious lunch in Banff. Enjoy free time in Banff for some optional activities, such as biking, canoeing, rafting, and more. Drive back to Calgary where our adventure ends at approx 5pm.

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