Banff to Lake Louise Snow Adventure Tour
Banff to Lake Louise Snow Adventure Tour
6 days
5 nights
Activity Levels 1-3
Premiere Hotels
2025: Dec2026: Jan-Feb
Winter Wonders in the Canadian Rocky Mountain National Parks
Frozen turquoise lakes. Soaring snowcapped mountains. Silent forests and meandering rivers that stretch for miles. An epic winter wonderland awaits in the Canadian Rockies.
Highlights
- Experience Western Canada's iconic landscapes, exploring icy waterfalls and sparkling glaciers
- Discover a world of wintery marvels—the limestone walls of Marble Canyon and the stunning beauty of Lake Louise
- Snowshoe around Emerald Lake, the jewel of Yoho National Park, then slip into a steaming outdoor hot tub
- Marvel at remarkable scenery of Kootenay’s pristine and remote Chickadee Valley, surrounded by imposing glaciers
- Savor après-activity luxuries from Banff to Lake Louise in our elegant Rocky Mountain retreats and luxuriate in sumptuous spas
Start/End Banff
* Start/End locations may vary. Do not book flights until your trip details are confirmed.
Itinerary
Days 1-2
Journey to Kootenay National Park for a snowshoe jaunt through the dramatic beauty of Marble Canyon, admiring frozen waterfalls and limestone walls • Watch for moose tracks as you trek along Tokumm Creek • Travel the pathways along the Bow River and in the shadow of Mount Rundle • In the resort town of Banff, a gondola at the base of Sulphur Mountain whisks us to the summit for uninterrupted, 360-degree vistas of snowcapped peaks and valleys.
Nights 1-2
Built in the style of a Scottish baronial castle, this exquisite hotel is set in the heart of Banff National Park and offers magnificent panoramic views, luxurious guest rooms and an award-winning 35,000-square-foot spa. Travel + Leisure World’s Best. (pool, spa)
Day 3
Try your hand at a classic Canadian sport with a local curling instructor • Wearing ice cleats, embark on a memorable trek through Johnston Canyon amid a surreal landscape of icy pillars, turquoise pools and snowy crags to the incredible Cathedral of Ice • Watch ice climbers as they make their way up the frozen falls • Enjoy a soak in the outdoor hot tub, taking in views of Mount Burgess, Emerald Peak and the pristine alpine scenery • Curl up in front of a roaring fire at our secluded lodge.
Night 3
A secluded turn-of-the-century lodge, built of hand-hewn timber and featuring simple cabins nestled in the woods above a spectacular tree-rimmed glacial lake.
Days 4-6
Explore frozen Emerald Lake and its stunning alluvial fan on snowshoes • Pass through dense stands of Engelmann spruce and western red cedar until the trail opens up to marvelous views of Mount Goodsir, the highest in Yoho National Park • Cozy up with a cup of tea in a wingback chair at our elegant mountain retreat, admiring the view of glacier-clad Mount Temple • Ice-skate on the hotel’s outdoor rink • Visit Kootenay’s pristine and remote Chickadee Valley, surrounded by imposing peaks • A snowshoe trek at the World Heritage Site of Lake Louise offers unforgettable views of Mount Victoria and its towering glaciers.
Nights 4-5
This European-style mountain chalet, set on the Pipestone and Bow Rivers, is the epitome of old-world elegance. A Relais & Châteaux member. Travel + Leisure World’s Best. (pool, spa)
What's Included
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We want to make sure you're on the trip that's right for you. Every Backroads trip is unique and this one is no exception.
Winter weather in the Canadian Rockies can be among the coldest in North America, but you can comfortably enjoy the outdoors if you’re properly dressed. In order to snowshoe or hike in the snow, you must wear warm winter boots (preferably waterproof) and waterproof breathable pants, jacket and gloves. Your clothing should be warm enough to allow you to comfortably remain outside in below-freezing conditions for two to four hours at a time. Layers are encouraged for when we snowshoe.
You can’t have a winter wonderland without some winter weather. From December through March, when our trips run, snow and below-freezing temperatures are likely, and even rain is possible. Please know that if we encounter severe weather during the trip that affects our planned activities, your Trip Leaders will find alternative activities that you’re sure to enjoy.
Hotels
World-Class Hotels
Our hand-selected Premiere hotels offer exceptional hospitality and experiences as special as the regions we explore.
Hotels may vary based on departure. Any variations will be displayed when selecting a departure under Dates & Prices.
Nights 1-2
Premiere Hotel
Built in the style of a Scottish baronial castle, this exquisite hotel is set in the heart of Banff National Park and offers magnificent panoramic views, luxurious guest rooms and an award-winning 35,000-square-foot spa. Travel + Leisure World’s Best. (pool, spa)
Night 3
*Casual Hotel
A secluded turn-of-the-century lodge, built of hand-hewn timber and featuring simple cabins nestled in the woods above a spectacular tree-rimmed glacial lake.
Nights 4-5
Premiere Hotel
This European-style mountain chalet, set on the Pipestone and Bow Rivers, is the epitome of old-world elegance. A Relais & Châteaux member. Travel + Leisure World’s Best. (pool, spa)
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Review Snapshot
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Reviewed by 7 customers
Backroads Trip Leaders make sure you're safe in the Backcoun
Hiking and snowshoeing in the Canadian Rockies is an adventure trip like no other. You are challenged to arrive with your layers and proper gear and trip leaders instruct you and answer any concern. The trip leaders make you feel safe, enjoying the most spectacular winter scene anywhere in the world. The grandeur of the Rockies is unbeatable.
Beautiful forests!
We had an unforgettable trip to the Canadian Rockies!! Hiking and snowshoeing in the winter forests was spectacular!! Our group leaders were enthusiastic and knowledgeable
An indecisive trip with even better leaders
Kalea & Jami-Lynn were incredible guides, who navigated the 3 National Parks with ease! This trip was everything I dreamed of and so much more - ranging from amazing trails, fun coffee/tea breaks, incredible views & the group was beyond fantastic. The hotels & food were over the top, & this trip provided enough R&R + activity to compliment the incredible location.
Our Second Backroads Snow Adventure
Verified Buyer
Accomodations were wonderful, guides were great For a Florida Boy to look forward to another "Snow Adventuue" it has to be pretty strong. We love Backroads and we had a fantastic time
Winter wonderland experience beautifully organized
This trip was well arranged which allowed an ultimate experience of winter wonderland. Thanks for being so accommodating and easy to work with. Our guides were very well informed of the area and made our trip even more interesting.
Extraordinary, memorable trip in every way!
Verified Buyer
I was never a big fan of winter or winter activities but this trip totally changed my outlook. We were blessed with good weather and snow conditions and every outing offered something extraordinary to see and do. Loved our guides, they worked so well as a team that we couldn't even tell if one was "senior" to the other. They seemed to put a lot of thought into making us feel that the trip was customized to make us feel special and that each of our needs were important to them. They made the effort of making everything happening look easy and that takes great organization and social skills. They are also both great drivers in winter conditions!
Simply magical
Snnowshoeing in a snowy paradise by day, incredible dining in beautiful properties at night. Add knowledgeable and energetic trip leaders, and you end up with a very special experience.
Dates & Prices
Dates & Prices
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