Exploring Northern Rockies
Day 1: Arrival in Calgary and Drive to Banff
Arrive in Calgary, either by flight to Calgary International Airport or by other means of transportation.
Rent a car and drive to Banff, which is approximately a 1.5 to 2-hour drive from Calgary.
Check into your accommodation in Banff and take some time to rest after your journey.
In the afternoon, you can check out this hidden gem very close to Banff downtown.
In the evening, explore the charming town of Banff. Walk along Banff Avenue, visit local shops, and have dinner at one of the town's restaurants.
Banff Accommodation
Day 2: Banff National Park
Start your day early and head to Moraine Lake, one of the most iconic and picturesque spots in the Canadian Rockies. Arrive early to beat the crowds and enjoy the stunning turquoise lake surrounded by towering mountains.
After spending some time at Moraine Lake, continue to Lake Louise. Hike around the lake or rent a canoe to experience the tranquility of this famous glacial lake.
In the afternoon, take a scenic drive along the Icefields Parkway, one of the most beautiful drives in the world. Stop at viewpoints, such as Peyto Lake and the Columbia Icefield (consider taking a guided glacier walk or the Glacier Skywalk).
Return to Banff and relax in the evening.
Day 3: Jasper National Park
Check out from your Banff accommodation and drive to Jasper, which is around a 3.5-hour drive from Banff.
The drive along the Icefields Parkway is incredibly scenic, so take your time to enjoy the views and make stops along the way.
Once in Jasper, check into your accommodation and have some lunch.
Spend the afternoon exploring Jasper National Park. You can visit Maligne Lake and take a boat cruise to Spirit Island, one of the most photographed spots in the Canadian Rockies.
Alternatively, consider hiking to some of the beautiful waterfalls in the area, such as Athabasca Falls or Sunwapta Falls.
Or hike to Valley of The Five Lakes, and experience not one, or two, but five beautiful lakes in one place.
Return to Jasper and have dinner in the town.
Jasper Accommodation
Day 4: Canmore and Departure from Calgary
Check out from your Jasper accommodation and start your journey back towards Calgary.
On your way, stop at the town of Canmore, which is approximately a 4-hour drive from Jasper. Canmore is a charming mountain town with great hiking trails and beautiful views of the Rockies.
Enjoy some time in Canmore, exploring the town and having lunch.
After lunch, continue driving to Calgary, which is about a 1-hour drive from Canmore.
Depending on your departure time, you might have some time to explore Calgary. Visit places like the Calgary Tower or the Glenbow Museum if time allows. Depart from Calgary, either by flight from Calgary International Airport or other transportation.
Exploring Northern Rockies
Day 1: Arrival in Calgary and Drive to Banff
Arrive in Calgary, either by flight to Calgary International Airport or by other means of transportation.
Rent a car and drive to Banff, which is approximately a 1.5 to 2-hour drive from Calgary.
Check into your accommodation in Banff and take some time to rest after your journey.
In the afternoon, you can check out this hidden gem very close to Banff downtown.
In the evening, explore the charming town of Banff. Walk along Banff Avenue, visit local shops, and have dinner at one of the town's restaurants.
Banff Accommodation
Day 2: Banff National Park
Start your day early and head to Moraine Lake, one of the most iconic and picturesque spots in the Canadian Rockies. Arrive early to beat the crowds and enjoy the stunning turquoise lake surrounded by towering mountains.
After spending some time at Moraine Lake, continue to Lake Louise. Hike around the lake or rent a canoe to experience the tranquility of this famous glacial lake.
In the afternoon, take a scenic drive along the Icefields Parkway, one of the most beautiful drives in the world. Stop at viewpoints, such as Peyto Lake and the Columbia Icefield (consider taking a guided glacier walk or the Glacier Skywalk).
Return to Banff and relax in the evening.
Day 3: Jasper National Park
Check out from your Banff accommodation and drive to Jasper, which is around a 3.5-hour drive from Banff.
The drive along the Icefields Parkway is incredibly scenic, so take your time to enjoy the views and make stops along the way.
Once in Jasper, check into your accommodation and have some lunch.
Spend the afternoon exploring Jasper National Park. You can visit Maligne Lake and take a boat cruise to Spirit Island, one of the most photographed spots in the Canadian Rockies.
Alternatively, consider hiking to some of the beautiful waterfalls in the area, such as Athabasca Falls or Sunwapta Falls.
Or hike to Valley of The Five Lakes, and experience not one, or two, but five beautiful lakes in one place.
Return to Jasper and have dinner in the town.
Jasper Accommodation
Day 4: Canmore and Departure from Calgary
Check out from your Jasper accommodation and start your journey back towards Calgary.
On your way, stop at the town of Canmore, which is approximately a 4-hour drive from Jasper. Canmore is a charming mountain town with great hiking trails and beautiful views of the Rockies.
Enjoy some time in Canmore, exploring the town and having lunch.
After lunch, continue driving to Calgary, which is about a 1-hour drive from Canmore.
Depending on your departure time, you might have some time to explore Calgary. Visit places like the Calgary Tower or the Glenbow Museum if time allows. Depart from Calgary, either by flight from Calgary International Airport or other transportation.