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Active Canadian Rockies Adventure

From
CAD 2,319
Duration
8 days
Countries
Canada
Activity
active

The adventure

Camp out under the stars in the Canadian Rockies on this eight-day tour. Lace up those boots and hike through stretches of old-growth forests, wander past pristine alpine lakes, and catch your breath at the top of mountains as you take in the stunning view below and smell the fresh mountain air. From hikes along the Crypt Lake trail to the magnificent Iceline trail in Yoho National Park, the great outdoors of Canada is the perfect playground for your next big adventure.

At a glance

Duration
8 days
Route
Calgary → Calgary
Countries
Canada
Activity level
active
Style
Active & Multi-Sport, Cycling, National Parks & Wilderness, Trekking & Hiking
Group size
Ask
Flights
Not included
Solo travellers
Welcome

Where you'll go

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Day by day

Majestic view of the Canadian Rockies reflecting in a tranquil lake in British Columbia.
Your journey through

Canada

Day 1Enjoy a morning welcome meeting with your CEO…Calgary
Stunning view of the illuminated Calgary skyline featuring skyscrapers and vibrant city lights at dusk.Calgary
Enjoy a morning welcome meeting with your CEO in Calgary before making the trip to Waterton National Park. Have a picnic lunch outside upon arrival to fuel up before setting out to hike the Bertha Lake trail. The switchbacks are tough, but the view of the valley below from the blue-green waters of Lake Bertha are well worth the climb. Visit Red Rock Canyon afterwards for a short walk into this geological phenomenon before setting up camp in the evening to chow down on dinner around the fire.
Map showing Calgary
Day 2Wake up to the smell of pine
Wake up to the smell of pine, emerge from the tent, and have breakfast at camp. Get ready for a full day of hiking, lace up those boots, bring plenty of water and hit the trail. The group will be hiking either the Crypt Lake or Carthew summit trail, please note that there won't be enough time for both. You'll indulge in a picnic lunch halfway through and enjoy highlights like, roaring waterfalls, panoramic views, alpine bowls, and a 60ft tunnel through a mountain.
Day 3Enjoy a breakfast at camp before hopping…
Enjoy a breakfast at camp before hopping into our private vehicle en route to Kananaskis. Nothing breaks up a road journey like snacks so we stop in Longview for some famous jerky to stock up. Fuel up with a picnic lunch before starting off on the first and only hike of today along the Ptarmigan Cirque trail. This steep trail offers spanning views of the surrounding mountains from an alpine meadow and also happens to be the highest paved pass in Canada. After finishing the hike, we head to our campsite, set up our tents, and have dinner together by the campfire.
Day 4In the morning after breakfast at camp…
In the morning after breakfast at camp the group will head straight to the trailhead of Burstall Pass. Spend the entire day hiking this route with a picnic lunch about halfway through to get some more energy for the hike back down. The views along the pass are magnificent and offer plenty of opportunities for more adventurous rock scrambling and climbing. Back at camp in the evening share dinner as a group around the campfire.
Day 5After another morning outdoors enjoying a breakfast…
After another morning outdoors enjoying a breakfast at camp the group will travel to Lake Louise. It’s a day jam packed with activities that will get you out into the beautiful scenery of Lake Louise. In the morning you will drive from Kananaskis to Banff. Once here you will enjoy a bike ride around town to explore. Drive to camp in the evening.
Day 6In the morning the group will leave Lake…
In the morning the group will leave Lake Louise and travel to Yoho National Park to hike the Iceline Trail there. It’s one of the best hikes in the park featuring unbeatable views of glacier peaks, rugged alpine landscapes, and cascading waterfalls. Eat a picnic lunch overlooking this beautiful landscape and then travel back to Lake Louise where you can spend some time in town before heading back to camp for dinner as a group.
Day 7In the morning set out on a hike…
In the morning set out on a hike up Mount Fairview. After, travel to Banff. Once here it’s an afternoon of freedom to enjoy any activity that catches your eye. There are canoe rentals, bike rentals, scenic raft tours, the Banff gondola, and of course exploring on your own two feet with another hike. But if hiking feels too daunting, know that you can spend your time as you choose in the majesty of this national park and still feel connected to the space.
Day 8Transfer from Lake Louise to Calgary
Stunning view of the illuminated Calgary skyline featuring skyscrapers and vibrant city lights at dusk.Calgary
Transfer from Lake Louise to Calgary. Tour ends on arrival into Calgary.
Map showing Calgary

Discover Canada

A glimpse of the destination you'll explore.

Breathtaking view of Moraine Lake's turquoise waters surrounded by the Rockies in Banff National Park, Alberta.
Serene landscape featuring mountains, a calm lake, and lush green conifers.
Stunning view of the Bow River with mountains and forest in Canmore, Alberta, Canada.
Serene river in Banff National Park with stacked stones and majestic mountains.
A breathtaking view of a winding road through a lush forest and majestic mountains.

Upcoming departures

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