Travel from Banff to Kootenay National Park, crossing a vast wildfire burn area where hardy pink fireweed and yellow columbine herald signs of new growth • Hike into a hanging valley for a view of Stanley Glacier • A forest trail carpeted with buttercups and bunchberry takes you to milky blue Sherbrooke Lake, the largest backcountry glacial lake in Yoho National Park • Hike to Paget Lookout for sublime views of pristine glaciers and soaring peaks.

Walk through evergreen forests and blooming meadows to sensational views of the Daly Glacier and Yoho Valley • Standing in awe before Canada’s second-highest waterfall, it all makes sense—Takakkaw is Cree for "it is magnificent" • Walk along the shore of aptly named Emerald Lake.

Hike to one of Banff National Park’s most stunning alpine pastures, alive with wildflowers and wildlife • Soak up views of the glistening Crowfoot Glacier and beautiful Helen Lake • Come evening, relax at our elegant hotel • Admire the jewel-like colors of Lake Louise and Moraine Lake • Switchbacks lead to breathtaking Larch Valley and views of the Ten Peaks • Commune with mountain goats, pikas and Clark’s nutcrackers • Hike the classic route from world-renowned Lake Louise to the historic Plain of Six Glaciers Teahouse.