Holiday Overview
There are not many places that can boast being home to vast mountains, desert Badlands, prairies and forests but Alberta has all of the above and over 600 picturesque lakes too. This 14-day trip will take you on a tour of Alberta starting in the heart of Bow Valley in Canmore, before taking you on a wondrous journey through the Rockies. With a stop at Lake Louise, one of the most photographed lakes in Canada, and the Athabasca Glacier, where we highly recommend a ride on the ice explorer, this trip will let leave you completely in awe of just how beautiful nature can be.
Alberta Highlights includes:
- Return flights from the UK
- Intermediate Car Hire
- 13 nights accommodation
- Ice Explorer ride & Glacier Skywalk at the Columbia Icefields
- Yamnuska Wolfdog Sanctuary Excursion
- Maligne lake & guided walk Excursion
- Banff Evening Wildlife Safari
Day 1 - UK - Calgary - Canmore
Fly from the UK to Calgary. Pick up your car hire and make your way to Stone Ridge Mountain Resort in Canmore.
Featured accommodation
StoneRidge Mountain Resort
Day 2 - Yamnuska Wolfdog Sanctuary
During your visit to the Wolfdog Sanctuary you will gain a better understanding about wild wolves and their importance in the natural environment while also seeing first hand wolf behaviour through the wolfdogs at the sanctuary. You will have plenty of photo opportunities and ample time to speak with the sanctuary guardian who will answer all your questions. This exclusive tour has limited availability and a maximum of 8 participants per tour to ensure the wolfdogs stay inquisitive and close during your visit.
Highlights: • Semi-private guided sanctuary experience • Plenty of photo opportunities • Up close and personal experience with wolfdogs
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StoneRidge Mountain Resort
Day 3 - Canmore to Lake Louise
Today travel to iconic Lake Louise for an overnight stay at the Post Hotel, a Relais & Chateaux property. Use the hotel as a base for visiting nearby Lake Louise and Moraine Lake.
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Post Hotel
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Deer Lodge
Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise
Day 4 - Lake Louise to Jasper
Travel the awe inspiring Icefield Parkway from Lake Louise to Jasper. Enjoy the wildlife, pristine lakes, and breathtaking mountain peaks along the world famous Icefields Parkway. Visit the natural wonder of the Columbia Icefield - one of the largest expanses of ice and snow south of the Arctic Circle. Step onboard an Ice Explorer for an interpretive adventure onto the Athabasca Glacier. At the Glacier Skywalk, enjoy the unobstructed view on a glass-floored observation platform extending 30 metres out over the Sunwapta Valley. (included)
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Chateau Jasper
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Marmot Lodge Jasper
Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge
Day 5 - Maligne Lake & guided Walk
This morning we have included one of our best selling tours - Maligne Lake & guided Walk. This amazing tour is a guided interpretive drive up the Maligne Valley. Our exploration will include a stop at Maligne Canyon for a gentle guided walk to the first two bridges above the gorge, a short stop at the "disappearing" Medicine Lake, and finally Maligne Lake. At this picturesque gem of the Canadian Rockies enjoy a guided walk along the Mary Schaffer Loop (3.2km return). Duration 5 - 6 hours
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Chateau Jasper
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Marmot Lodge Jasper
Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge
Day 6 - Explore Jasper
Day at leisure to enjoy Jasper, use your hire car to explore the Maligne Valley area.
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Chateau Jasper
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Marmot Lodge Jasper
Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge
Day 7 - Jasper to Banff
Drive from Jasper to Banff today for your 3 night stay at the Banff Aspen Lodge.
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Banff Aspen Lodge
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Fox Hotel & Suites
The Rimrock Resort Hotel
Day 8 - Banff Evening Wildlife Safari
Day at leisure to take in Banff's many attractions and sights. This evening join the Evening WIldlife Tour, this sightseeing and wildlife seeking tour travels through a variety of landscapes giving you the best chance to observe animals in their natural environment. Learn what is threatening wildlife today and how the National Parks strive to protect animals and their habitat. You will leave the Safari with a greater understanding of the land and animals that we see on 95% of our tours.
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Banff Aspen Lodge
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Fox Hotel & Suites
The Rimrock Resort Hotel
Day 9 - Explore Banff
Day at leisure to enjoy all that Banff has to offer.
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Banff Aspen Lodge
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Fox Hotel & Suites
The Rimrock Resort Hotel
Day 10 - Banff to Kananaskis
Short drive from Banff to Kananaskis for your 2 night stay at the Mount Kidd Manor, situated at the base of the mountain.
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Mount Kidd Manor
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Pomeroy Kananaskis Mountain Lodge
Day 11 - Explore Kananaskis
Spend today at your leisure in Kananaskis.
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Mount Kidd Manor
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Pomeroy Kananaskis Mountain Lodge
Day 12 - Kananaskis to Calgary
Drive from Kananaskis to Calgary for your 2-night stay and drop your hire car off at the downtown branch.
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Sandman Hotel Calgary
Fairmont Palliser
Day 13 - Calgary Sightseeing
Spend today at your leisure taking in this terrific city. Why not take a trip up the Calgary Tower for a birds eye view over the city, visit Heritage Park. Step back in time at Canada’s largest living history museum!
With more than 200 exhibits and attractions spread over 127 acres of lush parkland, Heritage Park Historical Village has a lot to offer both the history buff and the pleasure seeker. It’s the perfect balance between historical fact, adventure, discovery and fun that makes our take on the tale of Western Canadian settlement so unique.
Explore 1860 all the way to 1950 This isn’t a museum where history stays behind the glass. The interactive exhibits, costumed interpreters, historic buildings and hundreds of working antiques are all just waiting for you to touch, smell, taste, hear and see how the West was once. Perhaps even add on an optional Segway and/or delicious food tour.
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Sandman Hotel Calgary
Fairmont Palliser
Day 14 - Fly Calgary to UK
Coach transfer from your hotel to Calgary Airport is included.
StoneRidge Mountain Resort
Find the luxurious getaway you've been looking for at Stoneridge Mountain Resort, located in the majestic Canadian Rockies of Canmore, Alberta. This modern, all-suite property lies just moments from downtown shopping and dining, scenic golf courses and Banff National Park – home to glaciers, hot springs, campsites and three major ski resorts.
Deer Lodge
Deer Lodge, with much of its original hand-hewn log structure and decor still in place, is the classic definition of rustic mountain accommodations. Looking for a quiet retreat with dazzling views, delicious cuisine and attentive staff, Deer Lodge has it all.
Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise
The iconic Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise located in Alberta's Banff National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and surrounded by soaring mountain peaks, the majestic Victoria Glacier and a glistening emerald lake.
Chateau Jasper
The Chateau Jasper is an exceptional hotel with an excellent variety of accommodations and facilities. Situated in Jasper, this eco-friendly hotel is close to Jasper Activity Centre, Jasper National Park, and Jasper-Yellowhead Museum and Archives. Also nearby are Jasper Information Centre National Historic Site and Jasper Municipal Library. Athabasca Falls is 30 minutes' drive from the Chateau Jasper and the Miette Hot springs are 1 hour's drive away.
Marmot Lodge, Jasper Holidays
A Spectacular Mountain Setting in Jasper
Located on the main street of Jasper (Connaught Dr.) and nestled among lush evergreens, Marmot Lodge in Jasper welcomes you to the Canadian Rockies. This Jasper hotel is surrounded by the natural beauty of Jasper National Park, and visitors often catch a glimpse of wildlife wandering throughout the grounds. Marmot Lodge is the perfect place for family vacations, large groups, and couples looking for a serene mountain getaway.
Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge
Located on the shores of Beauvert Lake in the magnificent Canadian Rockies in a UNESCO World Heritage Site, The Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge resort invites you to experience the unique accommodations and Luxury Signature Cabins, sure to evoke memories of this Jasper Lodge that will last a lifetime.
Banff Aspen Lodge
The Banff Aspen Lodge hotel offers warm, friendly hotel accommodations in Banff National Park. Enjoy an intimate Canadian mountain experience and make the Banff Aspen Lodge Hotel your base as you explore the surrounding Rocky Mountains and the culture of the town of Banff. The Banff Aspen Lodge offers a friendly and cosy atmosphere with the best hotel rooms in Banff. Guestrooms are spacious, newly renovated and offer excellent value!
Fox Hotel & Suites, Banff
The Fox Hotel & Suites has a great location on Banff Avenue allowing you to be walking distance to downtown. The Banff Park Museum is 1.5 km away and the mineral springs of the Cave and Basin National Historic Site are within a 10-minute drive.
The Rimrock Resort Hotel, Banff
The Rimrock Resort Hotel is a AAA/CAA Four Diamond Hotel located in the heart of the Canadian Rockies and Banff National Park. The Rimrock Resort Hotel offers exceptional views of the Canadian Rockies, fine dining, a luxury spa, along with special accommodation packages to suit your holiday needs. With unmatched style, decor and superb hospitality, the Rimrock Resort Hotel is a very special place to visit for a truly remarkable experience.
Mount Kidd Manor
Surrounded by the beauty of the Canadian Rockies, in the heart of the Kananaskis Valley, Mount Kidd Manor puts you at the base of the pristine 9,438 ft. mountain
International Hotel
The International Hotel offers a selection of luxuriously appointed suites, all affordably priced, in the heart of downtown Calgary.
The free daily hot breakfast buffet for two is much more than continental—it’s International! The International offers deluxe breakfast buffet every weekday morning from 6:30 am to 10am, (7am-11am on weekends and holidays) daily for hotel guests. The brand new fitness area as well as our sauna, jacuzzi and indoor swimming pool is now open.
Sandman Hotel Calgary
Located in the central business and shopping district, this renovated comfortable hotel offers 301 airconditioned guest rooms.
Fairmont Palliser
Welcome to Canada's most dynamic city and Calgary's premier hotel. Centrally located in downtown Calgary, Fairmont Palliser is conveniently situated near the city's business and financial district and is within walking distance to the city's most exciting retail shopping, arts, culture and entertainment venues. Calgary's friendly spirit, coupled with the city's vibrant urban ambience makes for a metropolis of wonderful contrasts. Set in the heart of the city, Fairmont Palliser is a historical landmark offering distinctive accommodation in elegant surroundings.
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Jasper National Park
Banff Gondola
Moraine Lake
Bear in Banff
Canmore Downtown
Banff hotsprings
Cascade Mountain Banff
StoneRidge Mountain resort, Canmore
fairmont chateau lake louise, Banff
The Three Sisters, Canmore
Banff Gondola
Spirit Island, Jasper
Jasper National Park
Jasper National Park
Maligne Lake, Jasper
Squirrel
Grizzly Bear
Icefields Parkway
Glacier Ice Explorer
Alternative Holidays That May Interest You
Below you will find a small selection of 2022, 2023 holidays that may interest you. Remember, we tailor-make each holiday to your exact needs, so please call us on 0800 270 0009 and let one of our Holiday experts design the perfect trip for you
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