Banff to Yoho Women's Walking & Hiking Tour
6 days
5 nights
Activity Levels 2-4
Premiere Hotels
Banff to Yoho Women's Walking & Hiking Tour
6 days
5 nights
Activity Levels 2-4
Premiere Hotels
2025: Jun-Sep
Soaring Peaks & Emerald Lakes of Banff, Lake Louise & Yoho National Park
Think back to the staggering sight of Plain of Six Glaciers. The thunder of Takakkaw Falls in Yoho National Park. Remember the meadows alive with wildflowers. The iridescent blue-green hues of Banff National Park's Lake Louise and Moraine Lake. In those brief seconds before you go back to real life, you'll realize your Canadian Rockies hiking tour experience never really ends.
Highlights
- Journey through three of Canada’s national parks, renowned for their pristine environments and dramatic landscapes
- Walk along alpine trails, flanked by evergreen forests, flowering meadows and towering peaks
- Admire mountain reflections on the aquamarine Moraine Lake and Lake Louise, then hike to famous Plain of Six Glaciers Teahouse
- Look for mountain goats, pikas and marmots among the diverse mountain wildlife—perhaps come face-to-face with one of them!
Start/EndBanff
* Start/End locations may vary. Do not book flights until your trip details are confirmed.
Itinerary
Days 1-2
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 vistas of pristine glaciers and soaring peaks.
Nights 1-2
The "romantic accommodations are in charmingly rustic and comfortable log cabins tucked among trees along the glacier-fed Kicking Horse River," reports Andrew Harper.
Day 3
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.
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
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 vistas 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.
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.
This trip includes the historic Emerald Lake Lodge, where guest rooms are clean and comfortable, but simpler than the typical Backroads standard. We’ve chosen this property because of its proximity to our favorite routes and the fantastic setting. Please note that the guest rooms are not equipped with televisions or air-conditioning. Also, while Cathedral Mountain Lodge and the Post Hotel & Spa are Premiere Hotels and offer outstanding service and amenities, please note they are not equipped with air-conditioning. Despite the region's cooler mountain climate, guestrooms can occasionally become warm during peak temperatures.
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
The "romantic accommodations are in charmingly rustic and comfortable log cabins tucked among trees along the glacier-fed Kicking Horse River," reports Andrew Harper.
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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Dates & Prices
Dates & Prices
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