Highlights of Alberta: Banff, Jasper, Lake Louise & Calgary
Ready to explore Canada, eh?
This trip will truly take your breath away. From the expansive mountains of Banff to the glittering turquoise waters of Lake Louise, all the way to the eclectic wildlife of Jasper and the vibrant city of Calgary, you'll discover the best of Alberta on this 11 or 13 night trip. Enjoy luxurious accommodations in famous Fairmont resorts boasting tons of activities for your adventures, along with supreme spa's and restaurants for your down-time.
What's Included
- Round-trip economy class airfare to Calgary (YYC)
- Automatic rental car for the duration of your trip
- Pick-up & drop off YYC airport
- 3 nights in Banff at the Fairmont Banff Springs
- 3 nights in Jasper at the Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge
- 3 nights in Lake Louise at the Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise
- 2 nights in Calgary at Hotel Fairmont Palliser
Please note: Please keep flight arrival time in mind upon booking as Banff is located 2 hours from the airport. In addition, twin and triple rooms are not available.
Great Ways to Explore
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Kayak or canoe down Lake Louise!
Ride the Jasper SkyTram at Jasper National Park.
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Take a horseback riding tour through Banff.
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Lay back and relax in restorative hot springs.
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Visit exciting attractions like the Canadian Music Hall of Fame!
Hike, kayak, and ski through Canada's top National Parks for 11 nights! Whether you want to ice-walk across frozen lakes, enjoy gleeful dog-sled rides, or fly on gondolas above the mountains, these parks and Fairmont resorts offer all of the adventures one could want. Relax in comfortable mountain resorts boasting premier spas, locally-inspired cuisine, and countless activities for travelers to enjoy.
Please note that some recommendations in the following suggested itinerary may not be included in your package. Check What's Included above for full details on inclusions.
- Round-trip economy class airfare to Calgary (YYC)
- Automatic rental car for the duration of your trip
- Pick-up & drop off YYC airport
- 3 nights in Banff at the Fairmont Banff Springs
- 3 nights in Jasper at the Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge
- 3 nights in Lake Louise at the Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise
- 2 nights in Calgary at Hotel Fairmont Palliser
Please note: Please keep flight arrival time in mind upon booking as Banff is located 2 hours from the airport. In addition, twin and triple rooms are not available.
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Kayak or canoe down Lake Louise!
Ride the Jasper SkyTram at Jasper National Park.
-
Take a horseback riding tour through Banff.
-
Lay back and relax in restorative hot springs.
-
Visit exciting attractions like the Canadian Music Hall of Fame!
Hike, kayak, and ski through Canada's top National Parks for 11 nights! Whether you want to ice-walk across frozen lakes, enjoy gleeful dog-sled rides, or fly on gondolas above the mountains, these parks and Fairmont resorts offer all of the adventures one could want. Relax in comfortable mountain resorts boasting premier spas, locally-inspired cuisine, and countless activities for travelers to enjoy.
Please note that some recommendations in the following suggested itinerary may not be included in your package. Check What's Included above for full details on inclusions.
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Day 1. Welcome to Calgary!
Touch down in the cosmopolitan city of Calgary! Pick up your rental car from the airport and drive east to Banff, where you'll enjoy luxurious accommodations at a castle-like resort right in the mountains of Banff National Park.
Take advantage of your resort's surplus of activities! From canoeing down the turquoise Lake Louise to soaring in a gondola ride over the mountains, your resort offers it all! Top your day off with a refreshing spa treatment and then indulge in any of your hotel's on-site restaurants.
Check-in - Fairmont Banff Springs
Located at the bottom of Rundle Mountain in Banff National Park, this luxurious resort was built in 1888 and is fashioned like an old castle. Guests will stay in ultimate comfort in one of their over 750 spacious rooms offering scenic views of the surrounding woodlands and flat-screen TV's, not to mention about a dozen restaurants to dine in. The resort offers stunning spa treatments, pools, tennis, bowling, golfing, horseback riding, and more!
Enjoy boats around glacier-fed lakes, take a float trip down Moraine Lake, and horseback ride through the mountains at your leisure at Fairmont Banff Springs. Take a short walk to explore the town of Banff with its enthralling museums and galleries, and partake in local Banff Lake Louise events.
Day 2. Banff
Explore more of Banff today! Do you want to mush dog-sleds through the snow, rest in the hot therapeutic Banff Upper Hot Springs, or hike the marvelous Johnston Canyon trail? There's no shortage of incredible activities to experience in Banff! You may also want to check out the glittering Moraine Lake or enjoy a helicopter ride above the park.
Day 3. Banff
Hop in your rental car and explore the town of Banff today! Quaint and filled with historic charm, this town offers numerous souvenir shops, restaurants serving Canadian delicacies, and cultural attractions like the Cave and Basin National Historic Site.
Day 4. Banff - Jasper
Don't forget to take one last snapshot of beautiful Banff before heading off to your accommodations at Jasper National Park! Jasper is one of the largest National Parks in Canada and is known for its incredible wildlife, glaciers, and stunning lakes.
Enjoy the multitude of activities your resort offers! Fat tire biking, canyon ice walks, fly fishing — not to mention a world-famous golf course! After a full day of adventures, you'll feel rejuvenated at your resort's spa and heated pool.
Check-in - Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge
Nestled next to Beauvert Lake in Jasper National Park, the Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge is a high-end resort offering an award-winning golf course, multiple on-site restaurants, extraordinary spa treatments, a heated pool, and over 400 spacious rooms. Each room provides a cozy cabin feeling with quaint decorations, a flat-screen TV, and almost all include newly renovated bathrooms. Enjoy casual dining in the hotel's gourmet restaurants where you can feast on Canadian cuisine while seeing spectacular lake and mountain views.
Guests can experience a wide array of activities the hotel offers seasonally — in the summer you can enjoy kayaking, golfing, an amazing planetarium, mountain biking, fly fishing, and more! In the winter, guests can skate on Lake Mildred, ski or snowboard, go fat tire biking, venture on canyon ice walks, and be mesmerized by 10,000 high views of the Canadian Rockies from a helicopter tour.
Day 5. Jasper
Get ready to take on Canada's Rocky Mountains today! Travel back in time to the Ice Age at the Columbia Icefields and can marvel at glorious glaciers like Athabasca and Castleguard.
Day 6. Jasper
Jasper National Park boasts over 4,200 square miles of land, meaning there is no shortage of places to adventure! Stroll through the colorful fauna at Cavell Meadows, witness wildlife at Moose Lake, and marvel at the mystical Maligne Canyon waterfalls.
Day 7. Jasper - Lake Louise
It's time to head to your next destination — Lake Louise, situated back in Banff! Get settled into the iconic 5-star Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise, your luxurious accommodations surrounded by spectacular views of Lake Louise.
Check-in - Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise
Surrounded by stunning scenic views of Lake Louise and the Victoria Glacier, this 5-star mountain resort is situated in Banff National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Boasting over 500 cozy rooms with views of the Chateau grounds (or more), Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise offer both a luxurious stay combined with classic comfort — perfect for every traveler. There are multiple on-site restaurants offering an array of delicious dishes including cheese and chocolate fondue, a 24-hour deli, and an extensive wine library.
The resort offers many rejuvenating spa treatments, a heated indoor pool, and an impressive fitness center. Guests can enjoy a myriad of activities the hotel offers, such as the Lake Louise Gondola, wellness retreats, horseback riding, canoeing, skiing, and more! The closest airport is Calgary International Airport (YYC), and the Great Divide Nature Interpretation is a close 8-minute drive away.
Day 8. Lake Louise
Your resort offers numerous activities for you to enjoy, pick your adventure! Go horseback riding along the trails, kayak down Lake Louise, or take a soaring ride in the Lake Louise Gondola. Let yourself relax at another spa night and then indulge in delectable cuisine from your resort's restaurants.
Day 9. Lake Louise
It's your last day in Banff, make sure to check-off all the activities you want to enjoy! Maybe you want to bike along the Banff Legacy Trail or hike through the Plain of Six Glaciers, infamously known for being one of the most beautiful and challenging hiking trails in Banff.
Day 10. Lake Louise - Calgary
Take one last morning hike along Lake Louise before heading back to Calgary! Get settled into your hotel and then explore the city. Make some new wild friends at the Calgary Zoo, marvel at panoramic views from Calgary Tower, and fly through the sky while zip-lining at WinSport Canada.
Check-in - Hotel Fairmont Palliser
Located in the heart of Canada's bustling city of Calgary, the Fairmont Palliser is a luxurious hotel close to many top attractions. Lounge by the resort's decadent pool and hot tub, feast at any of the hotel's multiple restaurants, and treat yourself to some R&R at the rejuvenating spa. Guests can visit the Calgary Telus Convention Center by a skywalk, and the Calgary International Airport (YYC) is only 12 miles away.
The Fairmont Palliser's central location makes it perfect for daily activities, no matter what attractions peek your interest. Enjoy panoramic views of the town from Calgary Tower or visit the historic Fort Calgary, both just a few minutes away from the hotel. You can also head nearby to the Calgary Zoo to make some furry friends or go zip-lining at WinSport Canada, home of the 1988 Winter Olympic Games. If you happen to be staying in July, then make sure to check out the Calgary Stampede — it's the city annual cowboy festival that celebrates all things Western for 10 days!
Day 11. Calgary
It's your last full day in Canada, spend it however you wish! Perhaps you haven't gotten enough of the outdoors and want to hike along creeks at Fish Creek Provincial Park, or enjoy a quaint picnic at Bowness Park. If you're interested in learning more about Canada's music culture, be sure to visit the Canadian Music Hall of Fame.
Day 12. Depart Calgary
Stuff your souvenirs into your bag, return your rental car, and get settled on your flight back home as you reminisce about this unforgettable trip.