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Banff National Park

Banff National Park was Canada’s first-ever national park and is only one hour and 30 minutes from Calgary. It is one of the country’s most famous parks and is unparalleled when it comes to mountain scenery as it is nestled in the Canadian Rockies.

Millions of visitors head to Banff to explore the emerald lakes of the area, like Lake Louise and Moraine Lake, and walk along the flower-filled heavens of Sunshine Meadows.

The spectacular Icefields Parkway cuts through the national park and is regarded by many as one of the best driving routes in the world thanks to its stunning lakes and glaciers.

Banff also offers some of the best winter and summer activities you can find, from rafting down Kicking Horse River and golfing to skiing and wildlife watching.

Lake Louise

Located in Banff National Park is Lake Louise, one of the most photographed places in the world and one of the most famous lakes in the world.

The turquoise lake is surrounded by chiselled mountains and visitors heading to the lake should jump out of their cars and explore these surrounding peaks. There are lots of hiking trails and famous tea houses that you can enjoy. You should also keep an eye out for grizzly bears!

But at the top of your bucket list should be to get some photographs of the lake that has captured the imagination of famous artists and mountaineers for centuries.

Athabasca Glacier

Columbia Icefield’s Athabasca Glacier is a world of snow, ice and rock that will make you look on in awe. The Columbia Icefield is the largest mass of ice in the Rocky Mountains and it spans the boundaries of Alberta and British Columbia.

The Athabasca Glacier is one of the most accessible glaciers in the world as it is just off the Icefields Parkway route, although what’s visible from the road is just a small portion of the icefield.

We’d highly recommend going beyond viewing the glacier from the road and trying the Brewster’s Ice Explorer Adventure as the all-terrain vehicle takes you right onto the Athabasca Glacier and allows you to step foot on it. Contact us and we will happily add this to your Canada experience.

Jasper National Park

As the largest national park in the Canadian Rockies, Jasper National Park is considered to be one of the wildest of the mountain parks.

It is an adventure playground as you can walk, hike, canoe, mountain bike and do so much more. The Marmot Basin resort is great for skiing and there is ample opportunity to see lots of wildlife during your visit.

Ride the Jasper SkyTram, the longest and highest guided aerial tramway in Canada, as there is no better way to see the mountain ranges and glacial fed lakes.

Whitewater rafting tours are also a great way to experience the national park in a different way as you test yourself down Grade 2 whitewater rapids and learn about the park’s human and natural history.

Calgary Stampede

Our Calgary Stampede holidays are a great way to attend what is regarded as one of the world’s best events.

Calgary comes alive every year when the “The Greatest Outdoor Show on Earth” comes to town in the form of the world’s biggest, brashest and best rodeo. The colours and energy really transform what is already a lively city.

The Calgary Stampede produces and hosts an array of events that you can enjoy such as concerts, the Stampede rodeo, chuckwagon races and lots more. Outside of the rodeo there are a whole host of attractions like theme park rides, parades, street food and agricultural shows.

Is Alberta sounding too good to miss? To find out which holidays you can choose from in the province, call our Canada Experts on (306) 850-6997.