Classic Canadian Rockies

7 Days | Adventure through the magnificence of the Canadian Rockies

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Though they formed some 75 million years ago, there’s no time like the present to pay the Canadian Rockies a visit. Over the course of this seven-day adventure, you’ll travel up and down the Icefields Parkway and see all the natural highlights the Rockies have to offer: impossibly blue lakes, rushing glacial waterfalls and maybe even a classically Canadian critter or two. Breathe in views of Lake Louise, Moraine Lake and Peyto Lake, cruise along Maligne Lake for a view of enchanting Spirit Island, walk along Athabasca Glacier, and get a birds-eye view of Banff from the top of Sulphur Mountain. If those peaks weren’t enough, there’s also the chance to pique your curiosity during a guided Indigenous Medicine walk of Banff National Park. Why wait to see it any longer?

Trip overview

Map of Classic Canadian Rockies including Canada
Start
Calgary, Canada
Finish
Calgary, Canada
Theme
Explorer
Destinations
Canada
Physical rating
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Style
Comfort
Ages
Min 15
Group size
Min 1 - Max 12
Trip code
SEKW
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Why you'll love this trip
  • See the Athabasca Glacier up close and personal during a walk on an arm of the Columbia Icefield, an experience that will feel other-worldly.
  • Cruise on the magical Maligne Lake, soaking up the mountain views as you navigate to the iconic – and culturally significant – Spirit Island.
  • Soak up traditional knowledge about Banff’s flora and fauna on an Indigenous Medicine Walk around the national park.
  • Find yourself in a fairytale at Moraine Lake, with its deep blue surface surrounded by towering mountain peaks.
  • Finish your adventure at the top of Sulphur Mountain, having a restaurant dinner with an unbeatable and unforgettable view of the Rockies.
  • By travelling on this trip, you’ll learn about our Intrepid Foundation partner, Water First. Donations support their work to provide critical clean, safe water for indigenous communities in Canada. Intrepid will double the impact by dollar-matching all post-trip donations made to The Intrepid Foundation.

Is this trip right for you?
  • As we're travelling through the mountains, the weather can be unpredictable. We advise wearing layers at all times of the year in case conditions change during the day. At night the temperature can really drop, so make sure you have warm clothing with you.
  • In summer, especially in July and August, be prepared for insects. This is mosquito and black fly season so it's important to bring insect repellent, which will help prevent you from being bitten.

Itinerary

This itinerary is valid for departures from 01 January 2024 to 31 December 2024.

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Map of Classic Canadian Rockies including Canada

Inclusions

Meals

6 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 2 dinners

Transport

Private Vehicle

Accommodation

Hotels (6 nights)

Activities
  • Visit to Moraine Lake (seasonal)
  • Jasper National Park
  • Jasper - Maligne Lake cruise
  • Banff National Park
  • Columbia Icefield Adventure - Athabasca Glacier Explorer
  • Banff - Indigenous Medicine Walk
  • Banff - Cable Car up Sulphur Mountain

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Important notes

1. Your adventure begins with a welcome meeting at 6pm on Day 1 in Calgary.
2. On the final day, this trip finishes at approximately 12 pm on arrival in Calgary. You will be dropped at the same location as the joining point. If departing this day, please do not book any flights before 3 pm.
3. A single supplement is available on this trip.
4. Please note that the legal drinking age in the US is 21 and in some parts of Canada it's 19.
5. MAY 25, 2024 DEPARTURE:
The Maligne Lake Cruise will not be available on this departure. Instead, you will join a local expert for a wildlife tour in Jasper National Park. You will still be able to visit Maligne Lake for a walk and photos.

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Reviews

4.9 out of 5 based on 11 reviews submitted.
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Elizabeth · Traveled August 2024
Our Classic Canadian Rockies trip offered spectacular scenery, gorgeous weather, and great companions.
Review submitted 12 Sep 2024

Jennifer · Traveled July 2024
Canadian Rockies was exceptional. Great guide, incredible food choices, stunning nature visits, picnics, history of Rockies. True comfort trip.
Review submitted 20 Jul 2024

Sandra · Traveled July 2024
The Rockies is a special place to explore and my tour guide Dusty provided every opportunity to poke deep into areas off the beaten track. Packing in layers is highly recommended. In July the weather was very hot and all that was needed was shorts and tee shirt and a jacket on the Glacier. Don't pack too much there were laundries at the hotel to stay fresh. Leave space in your bag for Canadian made souvenirs. I bought tee shirts as a reminder of my tour.
Review submitted 16 Jul 2024

Jane · Traveled July 2024
Just do it! You won’t be sorry. Breathtaking and awe inspiring
Review submitted 16 Jul 2024

Janet · Traveled July 2024
What an amazing trip! Guide was awesome and knowledgeable about all aspects of the Rockies. We loved that our adult children did the Camping trip at the same time as ours. Worked out perfectly.
Review submitted 06 Aug 2024
Classic Canadian Rockies
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