Alberta Family | Banff to Jasper

Early morning pick-ups in Calgary • After a short welcome meeting, discover your inner cowboy on a horseback ride through beautiful forest with breathtaking views around every corner • Picnic lunch at the ranch • This afternoon, we take a scenic walk through Marble Canyon making our way to an impressive waterfall • Dinner tonight will be served at the Baker Creek Bistro • Relax for the rest of the evening at Baker Creek Chalet, your home for the next three nights.

About Baker Creek Chalet
Nestled in a peaceful wooded setting, beside Baker Creek, this lodge and cabins blend magically into their surroundings, far from the bustle of Lake Louise.

Baker Creek is an intimate casual mountain resort consisting of log chalets, lodge suites, Bistro restaurant and a Heritage Executive Conference Centre. It is family owned and operated year round.

Baker Creek is the perfect central location to explore mountain lakes, drive, hike, bike, snowshoe, cross-country ski, downhill ski or just relax surrounded by some of the most famous scenery in the world.

Embark on a full-day hike over Sentinel Pass, rated one of the top hikes in Banff • Ascend from turquoise Moraine Lake past larch trees and alpine meadows to a delicious lunch • Take in spectacular vistas of Paradise Valley from nearly 8,900 feet atop the pass • Enjoy an amazing meal at Truffle Pigs tonight.

Wake up early today for a scenic morning drive along the Icefield Parkway past numerous ice fields and glaciers • Arrive at Athabasca Glacier on the edge of Jasper National Park, where you’re outfitted in crampons and walking sticks • Spend the day hiking the glacier alongside a mountain guide, learning about its formation and the powerful way it shapes the land • Shuttle back to the Baker Creek Chalets for some R&R before tonight’s dinner.

This morning we stop off at one of Banff’s most famous sites: Lake Louise, famous for its turquoise lakes, Victoria Glacier, soaring mountain backdrop and palatial hotel • Once you get your fill of photos, we move on to ride our bikes along the Vermillion Lakes Trail into Banff, with a picnic lunch along the way • After your spectacular day, enjoy dinner at a local’s favorite as you explore Banff on your own this evening • Your home for the next two nights will be the beautiful Banff Royal Canadian Lodge.

About Banff Royal Canadian Lodge
Located in the heart of the mountain town, Delta Banff Royal Canadian Lodge is the quintessential Canadian lodge, with a distinctive Rundle Rock fireplace and walls covered in Canadian artwork.

The rooms are elegantly appointed with custom-made Canadian furnishings and Canadian artwork. The oversized bathrooms have an Alberta granite topped vanity and full bathtub and shower. Considered one of Canada's premiere national parks, Banff National Park has been designated a World Heritage Site, renowned for its majestic mountain ranges, and pristine mountain lakes and forests.

The Town of Banff is a sophisticated mountain resort featuring excellent shopping opportunities, diverse dining, and fun nightlife spots.

This morning, jump back on your bike and enjoy cycling through “K Country” on a mellow bike path perfect for families • An amazing picnic made by your guides will fuel you up for an afternoon of rafting! • Load into rafts and paddle the exciting class II and III whitewater of the Kananaskis River • Our farewell dinner will be served at the Evergreen Restaurant at the lodge tonight.

A short shuttle will bring us to our trailhead where we will have time for one more hike around Johnson Lake • Shuttle back to Calgary to be dropped off at the airport or your hotel for your departure home

** Trip itineraries are subject to change without notice due to road, weather and other factors outside of our control, for the safety and enjoyment of our guests, as deemed necessary and appropriate by Austin Adventures.