Discover the Canadian Rockies: Banff to Jasper

Discover the Canadian Rockies: Banff to Jasper

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$4950

Discover the Canadian Rockies: Banff to Jasper

10 Days Starting in Banff and ending in Calgary

Visiting: Banff, Banff National Park, Lake Louise, Moraine Lake, Yoho National Park Of Canada, Jasper, Calgary

Tour operator:

Exodus

Tour code:

ACRB

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

4 - 13

Physical rating:

Leisurely / Moderate

Age range:

16-99

Special diets catered:

Vegans, Vegetarians

Tour operated in:
English
Trip Styles:

Active, Adventure Tours

Interests:

Cultural, Wildlife Tours

Activities:

Hiking, Walking

From:
$4950 (USD)

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Tour Overview

Get ready for mountains, lakes and glaciers, Canadian style! Explore some of the grandest scenery in North America and take advantage of the hiking and adventure activities available on this lodging tour. Starting in the picturesque town of Banff, encounter stunning waterfalls and aquamarine lakes, spot wildlife in wilderness parks and enjoy the spectacularly scenic Icefields Parkway. Add on as much adventure as you want, from zip lining to mountain biking, and white-water rafting to canoeing. See Mount Robson, the highest peak in the Canadian Rockies, then return to city life in Calgary. This 10-day Canadian Rockies tour is one great big adventure, so what are you waiting for?

Highlights

  • Visit iconic lakes including Lake Louise and Moraine Lake

  • Drive the Icefields Parkway, one of the most scenic drives in the world

  • Enjoy wildlife-viewing opportunities in Jasper National Park

  • Enjoy three nights each in Banff and Jasper

Itinerary

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Day 1 : Start Banff

Location: Banff

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Charltons Banff or High Country Inn (or similar)

Meals Included: No Meals

Located within the vast and beautiful Banff National Park, the charming town of Banff is surrounded by snow-capped peaks including Mount Rundle and Mount Cascade. It has a charming alpine atmosphere and is the perfect base from which to begin our exploration of the Canadian Rockies.



A welcome meeting is held at 6pm at the Banff hotel, where you meet your tour guide and fellow travellers.



Accommodation: Charltons Banff or High Country Inn (or similar)

Day 2 - 3 : Banff National Park

Location: Banff National Park

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Charltons Banff or Banff Rocky Mountain Resorts (or similar)

Meals Included: breakfast

In the heart of the Canadian Rockies, Banff National Park was established in 1885 and is the oldest national park in Canada. Mountainous terrain encompasses coniferous forests, alpine meadows, icefields and glaciers. Take a gondola ride to the top of Sulphur Mountain or opt to view all this scenic grandeur from a helicopter. Outstanding hikes are available and with an abundance of wildlife around, there’s always a chance of spotting something special, so keep your eyes peeled. There’s nothing better after a hard day’s hiking than an included soak in the Sulphur Mountain Hot Springs.



Optional activities:



Aerial gondola/tramway: 78 dollars (US$57)

Scenic glacier flight (20-45 minutes): 290-490 dollars (US$213-US$361)

Horse riding (1-2 hour ride): 90-170 dollars (US$66-US$125)

Canoe rental: 55 dollars (US$40) per hour

Bike rental: 60-110 dollars (US$43-80) per day



Accommodation: Charltons Banff or High Country Inn (or similar)

Day 4 : Lake Louise And Moraine Lake

Location: Lake Louise, Moraine Lake

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Prestige Inn Golden (or similar)

Meals Included: breakfast

Cameras at the ready as we head to two of the most photographed locations in the Rockies. With snow-capped peaks, ancient pine forests and aquamarine waters, Lake Louise is known as the Gem of the Canadian Rockies, while Moraine Lake lies in the Valley of the Ten Peaks and is arguably the most picturesque lake in the region. We spend time at both and there’s the opportunity to join the tour leader for a guided hike (the duration and difficulty is determined by the tour leader based on the group’s ability). Your next three nights are spent in the nearby town of Golden.



Optional activities:



Canoeing: 145 dollars (US$107) for one hour



The order to visit the two lakes and where we hike will be decided based on visitor numbers and local conditions.



Accommodation: Prestige Inn Golden (or similar)

Day 5 : Yoho National Park

Location: Yoho National Park Of Canada

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Prestige Inn Golden (or similar)

Meals Included: No Meals

Yoho National Park is considered the hidden treasure of the Canadian national park system, and you have a full day to explore. It’s a photographer’s dream with several hiking opportunities that showcase the mountains, lakes and waterfalls of this pristine alpine landscape. You can experience the Kicking Horse River first hand with an exhilarating half-day optional white-water rafting excursion or hire mountain bikes to explore the area on two wheels.



In the afternoon, our tour leader will accompany us on a walk to the impressive Takakkaw Falls and then to magnificent Emerald Lake. Make the most of this spectacular national park before returning to Golden tonight.



Optional activities:



White-water rafting: 125-183 dollars (US$92-US$135)

Via Ferrata: 95 dollars (US$69)

Grizzly bear refuge: 36 dollars (US$26)

Mountain bike rental (from 70 dollars/day (US$50)



Accommodation: Prestige Inn Golden (or similar)

Day 6 : Icefields Parkway

Location: Jasper

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Becker’s Chalets (or similar)

Meals Included: No Meals

The Icefields Parkway, cutting through the heart of the Rockies, is recognised as being one of the most scenic drives in the world, travelling 140mi (230km) past hanging glaciers, sheer rock walls and broad sweeping valleys. You have a chance to traverse a portion of the imposing Athabasca Glacier on an optional guided glacier hike and be amazed by the turquoise tones of Peyto Lake. End your day in Jasper.



Optional activities:



Guided glacier walk: 112 dollars (US$83) or 67 dollars (US$49) for under 17s. This activity can get booked up far in advance, so please speak to your sales representative if you wish to join. You can pay the tour leader during the trip.



Accommodation: Becker's Chalets (or similar)

Day 7 - 8 : Jasper National Park

Location: Jasper

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Becker’s Chalets (or similar)

Meals Included: No Meals

We have two full days to discover Jasper National Park, the largest national park in Canada, covering 4,200sqmi (10,878sqkm). It’s much less developed than other areas of Western Canada and offers a true wilderness feel. There are several options in Jasper, including the SkyTram cable car to Whistler's Peak for a bird’s-eye view of this splendid park. There’s also ample opportunity for mountain biking or hiking amid glorious lakeside scenery and visiting spectacular Maligne Lake.



Optional activities:



SkyTram cable car: 60 dollars (US$44)

Mountain biking: 30 dollars (US$22) per hour



Accommodation: Becker's Chalets (or similar)

Day 9 : Return To Calgary Along The Icefields Parkway

Location: Calgary

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Ramada Plaza Calgary Downtown (or similar)

Meals Included: No Meals

We begin the drive back to Calgary (approximately 5 hours, not including stops). Part of our journey will be back along the spectacular Icefields Parkway, so there will be time to appreciate views in the opposite direction to those we previously saw. We'll make a few stops along the way to stretch our legs and visit the charming town of Canmore, often referred to as the gateway to the Rockies.



Sandwiched between the Rocky Mountains and the winding Bow River, Calgary is at the epicentre of Alberta’s oil industry. The high-rise buildings and urban parklands create a balanced modern city.



Accommodation: Ramada Plaza Calgary Downtown (or similar)

Day 10 : End Calgary

Location: Calgary

Meals Included: No Meals

The adventure ends this morning and we make our return journeys home. Land-only clients may join the group transfer to the airport if timings coincide. Speak to your sales representative if you'd like to join this transfer or, alternatively, extend your stay in Calgary.

What's Included

  • All accommodation

  • All transport and listed activities

  • Three breakfasts

  • Tour leader throughout

  • Arrival and departure transfers are available

What's Not Included

  • Flights

  • Travel insurance

  • Single accommodation (available on request)

  • Visas or vaccinations

  • Meals not mentioned

  • Optional activities

Food

We usually eat out in local restaurants recommended by the tour leader. To help you budget, meals cost on average:



Hotel breakfasts: 15-20 Canadian dollars (US$11-US$15)

Lunches: 20-25 dollars (US$15-US$19)

Dinners: 30-50 dollars (US$23-US$38), this does not include alcoholic beverages



Drinks cost on average:



Wine: 15-20 dollars (US$11-15) per glass

Beer: 8-12 dollars (US$6-US$9) per bottle



A tip of approximately 17%-20% is added to group meals in Canadian restaurants. Applicable taxes will also be added to all listed menu prices.



Your tour leader may offer your group the option to operate a lunch-only food kitty, this has proven a popular alternative to three daily restaurant meals. Leaders will explain this option while on tour, and the whole group has to agree for this system to run.



Please tell us of any special meal requirements before travelling. We do all we can to accommodate various dietary requirements but certain food types can be limited in certain parts of North America.

Accommodation

We stay in clean, comfortable hotels and lodges, chosen for their friendly atmosphere and proximity to the highlights of the region. You are roomed with a fellow passenger of the same sex on a twin-share basis (two people per room) unless you are travelling as a couple.



In remote locations, we have chosen the best accommodation available, but they may be of a slightly lower standard than you are used to.



There are no compulsory single supplements on our tours; however, if you’d like your own space, you can request a single room for an additional fee.

Check out our Q&As

  • Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?

    Yes, our local guides are English speaking.

  • Are children permitted to take part in the tour?

    The minimum age for this tour is 16 years old.

  • Who is Exodus Travels?

    At Exodus Travels, we've been exploring the world for nearly 50 years. From Walking and Trekking, Cultural and Cycling, Responsible Wildlife, to Polar and our new Premium Adventures, we are proud to offer award-winning small group and self-guided tours to 100+ countries worldwide.

  • Is there a supplement for solo travellers?

    If you would like to be paired with a tour member of the same gender, there is no additional charge. A single supplement can be requested if you would like your own room.

  • Are flights included in this tour?

    International flights are not included with this tour.

  • Can you assist with pre or post tour accommodation?

    We are happy to assist with pre and post tour accommodation. Please enquire for detailed information.

  • What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?

    If you wish to make any changes to your booking, particularly if you need to alter any flights booked through us, please let us know as soon as possible. There is a booking or flight amendment fee of £40 per change and flight amendments often incur extra airline costs depending on the changes to be made and if the ticket has been issued or not.

  • How long has the tour company been trading?

    Exodus has been trading since 1974

  • What documents will I receive before I travel?

    Your final joining instructions and flight details, if booked with us, will then be sent out 2 to 3 weeks before departure. If you would like a hard copy posted, or if you require these any earlier, please contact the customer operations team. We advise that if you are booking connecting travel before receiving these, please ensure you leave plenty of time.

  • Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?

    Travellers are welcome to opt to share a room with a tour member of the same gender for no additional charge. If you'd like your own room, we can request a single supplement so that you will have your own room throughout.

  • Can I join the tour once it has departed?

    You are welcome to meet the group after the tour has departed however there is no reduction in rate for joining a tour after the departure date.

Reviews of this Operator

Gergana Racheva  

Very helpful and prompt service

06-Jan-2023

Very helpful and prompt service. I called to check for an already booked trip and once we sorted this, the agent was ready to help me with another booking as well. He actually waited for me to book my flight tickets, answered all my questions, informed me of all my options. Exodus is a tour company I am using regularly due to the quality of their trips, ease of booking and helpfulness of their customer service team

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Tim Hardy  

Stunning walking. Walking the Amalfi Coast

04-Nov-2021

This trip takes you through the most beautiful parts of the Mediterranean walking with a guide and also discovering the wonders of Pompeii and Vesuvius. The hotel had a nice feel as family run, spotless and comfortable rooms, we were well looked after for breakfasts and dinner each day, and the barmen fixed some mean cocktails for us.!

Paul Green  

It's amazing what you can do in a week! Cycling the Dalmatian Coast.

08-Oct-2021

This holiday was extremely enjoyable. The itinerary is well planned and the route takes you to a variety of destinations. Not having been to Croatia before I didn't know there were so many beautiful small islands and I loved the ferry and catarmaran rides. The coastal route we took was dramatic and the World Heritage sites in Split and Dubrovnik very interesting and worth visiting. The Adriatic Sea was warm, blue and inviting, good for swimming even in October. The hotels we stayed in varied in size from medium to large. I particularly liked the one just outside Dubrovnik as I had a sea view. Tourists were plentiful in Split and Dubrovnik but in the other places we stayed there was an end of season feel and it was quiet on the roads and in the resorts. The food was good and our guide was always able to recommend a nice restaurant for our evening meal. The weather in October was good for cycling - not hot, partly cloudy most days and one day it rained!

Mrs Y Morrison  

Fabulous company and trip

06-Jan-2023

We went overland from Cape Town to Zimbabwe through Botswana and Namibia. What a fantastic trip. Our first time with Exodus although we have travelled extensively around the world. We would highly recommend this company for such a brilliant trip - we got everything and more all at a good price. Thanks to everyone involved. We are looking at our next trip!

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John Edwards (Google Reviewer)  

I went cycling in Albania...

19-Aug-2023

I went cycling in Albania with exodus as my first holiday with them. Such a well organised and wonderful experience where I met multiple fellow travellers who have been advocates of them for many years. You can't argue with happy repeat customers and I'm planning my next adventure with them soon

Rob Burridge (Google Reviewer)  

I'v just come back from...

17-Jul-2022

I'v just come back from an amazing Wildlife & Wilderness trip in Botswana and I highly recommend Exodus Travels. Our guide Brian, was extremely knowledgeable on both the wildlife and history of Botswana and neighbouring countries. The other three staff, Abbis, Chief & Mr T, who accompanied us through out our 2 week trip, put in the hard work and made sure our camp was always prepared and that we we're well fed and looked after. The tour took us to some beautiful places and we saw some amazing wildlife, and on several occasions this was due to Brian's knowledge of the area and wildlife behaviour. Exodus have been very quick to respond to any queries I had, and the whole experience ran smoothly. I was also pleased to hear that during lockdown they provided staff with food packages 👍. I'd normally go on self organised trips, however, with this trip, the tour and guide Brian took us to places not possible otherwise and showed us things that we would'v missed out on. All of which were the highlights of the tour.

Daphne Partridge (Google Reviewer)  

After 14 roup adventure holidays...

26-Nov-2023

After 14 roup adventure holidays with Exofus we would not hesitate to recommend them as an excitingholiday company. They take you off the beaten track but offer great support and expertise :)

Alison Payton (Google Reviewer)  

I've done 8 trips in...

17-May-2023

I've done 8 trips in the last 14 years with Exodus, and have been rewarded with a 10% discount on all future bookings. I feel very confident that I'll receive pleasant, efficient service, and have the unusual holiday experience that I'm looking for each time. I've trekked to the top of snow-capped peaks, wild-camped in the desert, seen amazing spectacles of nature, visited 4 capital cities in a week, and learned about local culture and experienced local hospitality in a way that I simply wouldn't on a conventional holiday. The quality of the accommodation and guides can vary, but this is mainly down to cultural differences and things that Exodus can't control. I've only ever complained once, my complaint was taken seriously, and I was sent a discount voucher - you can't say fairer than that. I remain a loyal customer.

Jacquelyn Moore (Google Reviewer)  

Food came quickly. Staff very...

07-Mar-2024

Food came quickly. Staff very friendly and polite . However the chef or person preparing the food did not seem to read the menu! If it says a meal should come with vegetables, you should not have to ask for them. They served shepherds pie with garlic bread! The munchies ice cream sundae said it should come in a glass with a flake but came in a little bowl with just a few munchies! When asking the staff were happy to replace and correct but customer should get what they order and what menu says first time round!!

johanna leonor (Google Reviewer)  

If you like to be...

07-Sep-2023

If you like to be mistreated Exodus is perfect for you. If you enjoy terrible choices for hotels and pseudo restaurants Exodus is perfect for you. Careless about their clients and loveless about their propositions. Exodus has been a dissatisfaction and disappointment about every dealing i and my group have had with him. Especially a man called Simone who just cares about the money he can get from you couldn’t care less about service.

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  • Transfer as credit to Future Tours

    Exodus allows you to transfer existing payments to a future tour to avoid cancellation fees if you can't travel and inform exodus, 43 days before departure.

  • Low Deposit

    Exodus requires a minimum deposit of 25% or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 90 days before departure.

  • Cancellation Policy

    We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of exodus charges.

    Up to 70 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.

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