Canada's Rockies
Canada's Rockies
$3015
Tour Overview
Your Canada tour in the Rocky Mountains begins in a stunning natural setting, ticking off Jasper and Banff, Lake Louise and a scenic trek across the Athabasca Glacier in an Ice Explorer. Enjoy a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience as a Cree guide gives insight into the importance of buffalo.
Must-see Highlights
- Explore Columbia Icefield Adventure, learn to play hockey like a pro with a professional hockey coach in Canmore.
- Visit Jasper National Park, Maligne Canyon, Banff National Park
- Scenic Drive along the Icefields Parkway
- Cruise across Maligne Lake to Spirit Island
- View Lake Louise, Athabasca Falls, and Bow Lake, Bow Falls and Surprise Corner in Banff
Make Travel Matter®
Banff National Park of Canada: Sip tea and engage in rich stories and history with your Cree guide who will bring the buffalo to life and help you see them through their eyes. Gain insight on how buffalo were so important to our survival, the interconnected relationship we have and the teachings of the Buffalo around the sacred contract we hold and how you may have become a part of that sacred contract.
Be My Guest
Jasper: Dive into everything you wanted to know about Jasper and Jasper National Park joining Pieter van Loon or Joost Tijssen of Jasper Theater Productions. Enjoy stories about Jasper, hear facts about Jasper and understand why so many people fall in love with this special town. Your hosts are professionally schooled actors and drama teachers, both born and raised in The Netherlands, and fell in love with the Canadian Rockies and Jasper on a visit in 2015. It was love at first sight and they’ve been sharing their love of Jasper ever since.
Trafalgar Difference
Banff National Park of Canada: Banff Park Lodge, located inside Banff National Park, is within walking distance to all Banff offers and has been a staple of local life since 1970. It is family owned and even operated today by the son of the original owner. You’ll Feast on a breakfast buffet of locally sourced ingredients from neighboring farms at the lodge's Crave Mountain Grill or dine at La Terrazza, an authentic Italian restaurant featuring a carefully curated wine list, exquisite desserts and spectacular views that you’ll never forget.
Itinerary
Day 1: Kick Start Your Journey in Calgary
Location: Calgary
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: The Westin Calgary
Meals Included: Dinner
Tip your Stetson to Canada’s ‘Cowboy Country’, kick-starting your adventure through the inimitable Rockies in Calgary. This evening, join your Travel Director and fellow travellers for a delicious dinner.
Day 2: Uncloak the Ethereal Canadian Rockies
Location: Lake Louise, Icefields Parkway, Jasper
Accommodation: Hotel, Hotel
Accommodation Name: Chateau Jasper
Meals Included: Breakfast
Embark on a spiritual encounter with the Canadian Rockies, admiring the ethereal beauty of Lake Louise, the surrounding summits and Victoria Glacier, before you 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.
Day 3: Enjoy the Wonders of Jasper National Park
Location: Jasper National Park, Maligne Lake, Spirit Island, Maligne Canyon
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Chateau Jasper
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Soak up pristine natural surroundings enjoying a morning at leisure or joining an optional Jasper Float Trip. Next, enjoy a Be My Guest experience over lunch at Maligne Lake Chalet. Hear fascinating stories about Jasper and uncover local secrets with the entertaining Jasper Theater Productions. Then, take to the aqua waters of Maligne Lake (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. While Spirit Island is only a tiny grove of trees separated from the mainland by an isthmus, it becomes a true island for a few short days during the summer. Later, enjoy dramatic views as you take a guided walk to Maligne Canyon.
Day 4: Take an Excursion to the Athabasca Glacier
Location: Athabasca Glacier, Banff, Surprise Corner, Bow Falls
Accommodation: Lodge
Accommodation Name: Banff Park Lodge
Meals Included: Breakfast
Your adventure begins with a ride onto the Athabasca Glacier in an all-terrain Ice Explorer—a massive vehicle specially designed for glacier travel. On this thrilling trip, an experienced driver-guide will share local secrets about glaciers and their impact on our environment. Take a sip of ice-cold glacier water and admire the surrounding snowcapped panorama before continuing your journey to Banff village with a scenic stop at Bow Lake.
Day 5: Shoot Your Shot in Canmore Dive Into Culture
Location: Canmore, Banff, Sulphur Mountain
Accommodation: Lodge
Accommodation Name: Banff Park Lodge
Meals Included: Breakfast
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'll soon find out whether you are a lefty or righty and learn how to score the big goal. You may also choose a breathtaking helicopter Optional Experience for views of the Canadian Rockies you won't soon forget or take a ride on the Banff Gondola, you’ll see more mountains in a moment than most see in a lifetime! Ride to the top of Sulphur Mountain to experience a bird’s eye view of six mountain ranges of the Canadian Rockies.
Day 6: Breathe Fresh Air in Banff Make Travel Matter
Location: Banff, Yoho National Park, Moraine Lake, Kicking Horse Pass
Accommodation: Lodge
Accommodation Name: Banff Park Lodge
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Join your Travel Director for an optional excursion in the morning to explore the jewels of the Rockies and head to Yoho National Park and Moraine Lake (seasonal) in the Valley of Ten Peaks. Straddle the continental divide at Kicking Horse Pass as you view the Spiral Tunnels, the famous railway built in the early 1900s. This evening, enjoy a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience as we meet a Cree Guide who will share insight on how buffalo were so important to our survival, the interconnected relationship we have, the teachings of the Buffalo around the sacred contract we hold and how we may have become part of that sacred contract. Afterwards, toast to your travels and shared experiences with your fellow travellers over dinner.
Day 7: Farewell From Calgary
Location: Calgary
Meals Included: Breakfast
Descend from high above and bid farewell to the Canadian Rockies. Depart Calgary for your return flights home or make your way to the Westin Calgary if you are extending your stay.
What's Included
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An expert Travel Director and professional Driver
The tour includes the services of an expert Travel Director and a professional driver.
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Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted
Accommodation is provided in carefully selected, reliable hotels.
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All porterage and restaurant gratuities
Porterage and restaurant gratuities are included in the tour package.
What's Not Included
Insurance
Travel insurance is not included in the tour package.
Dining Summary
Mode of Transport
Travel in luxury with an air-conditioned coach equipped with Wi-Fi, ensuring comfort and connectivity. Experience scenic drives and transfers, with optional rail journeys, as you explore the breathtaking landscapes of the Canadian Rockies.Accommodation
Stay at the Westin Calgary, Chateau Jasper, and Banff Park Lodge, offering comfort and convenience with locally sourced breakfast options and stunning views. Enjoy family-owned hospitality and authentic dining experiences in the heart of Canada's Rockies.Dive into Culture
Iconic Experience
Check out our Q&As
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What unique experiences are included in the tour?
The tour includes a unique experience of learning to play hockey with a professional coach in Canmore. You will also have a Be My Guest experience in Jasper, where you will hear fascinating stories about the area from Jasper Theater Productions. Additionally, there is a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience in Banff with a Cree guide who will share insights about the importance of buffalo to their culture. ...more ...less
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What kind of transportation is provided during the tour?
The tour provides luxury travel in an air-conditioned coach equipped with Wi-Fi. There are also optional rail journeys available as you explore the Canadian Rockies.
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What type of accommodation can I expect on this tour?
You will stay at the Westin Calgary, Chateau Jasper, and Banff Park Lodge. These accommodations offer comfort and convenience with locally sourced breakfast options and stunning views. The Banff Park Lodge is family-owned and offers authentic dining experiences.
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Are there any optional activities available during the tour?
Yes, there are optional activities such as a Jasper Float Trip, a helicopter ride for breathtaking views of the Canadian Rockies, and a ride on the Banff Gondola to experience a bird’s eye view of six mountain ranges.
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What meals are included in the tour package?
The tour package includes breakfast daily, up to half of your evening meals, and one lunch. There are also two dinners included in the dining summary.
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Is travel insurance included in the tour package?
No, travel insurance is not included in the tour package. It is recommended to arrange your own travel insurance.
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Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
The beauty of taking a guided holiday with us is that you’ll have the opportunity to meet and travel with people from all over the globe.
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
Vaccination against Covid-19 is not mandatory to travel with Trafalgar. However, we strongly recommend that guests are vaccinated before travelling. Please note that airlines and/or other authorities may have different requirements. It is the guest's responsibility to comply with these requirements at all times.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Since 1947
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
Trafalgar is a founding partner of the TreadRight Foundation, a not-for-profit organisation established in 2008. So far, the charity has donated more than US$2 million to help underprivileged communities and support sustainable tourism around the world.
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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Low Deposit
Trafalgar requires a minimum deposit of 350 USD per person or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 90 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of trafalgar charges.
Up to 91 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 90 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 29 days before tour starts: Forfeit 80% of booking price.
At 1 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
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Terms and Conditions
Canada's Rockies
7 Days Starting and ending in Calgary, Canada
Visiting: Calgary, Lake Louise, Icefields Parkway, Jasper, Jasper National Park, Maligne Lake, Spirit Island, Maligne Canyon, Athabasca Glacier, Banff, Surprise Corner, Bow Falls, Canmore, Sulphur Mountain, Yoho National Park, Moraine Lake, Kicking Horse Pass ...more ...less
Tour operator:
Tour code:
DCRAZM20
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
20 - 52
Age range:
5-99
Special diets catered:
Please advise request
