Canadian Rockies Walking & Hiking Tour

Couples, Friends & Solos

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Couples, Friends & Solos Adults 18+

Women's Adventures Women 18+

Families with Young Adults 20s & Beyond Best for ages 20+ (min. age 18)

Families with Teens & 20s Best for ages 16-23 (min. age 14)

Families with Kids & Teens Best for ages 7-17 (min. age 4)

6 days

5 nights

Activity Levels 2-4

We categorize our trips based on a range of activity levels from leisurely (1) to avid (5) with plenty of options in between.

Premiere Hotels

Premiere Hotels - Experience the world’s best, from lavish luxury to chic retreats with prestigious alliances.

Deluxe Hotels - Find modern comforts in extraordinary settings, with great ambience and ample amenities.

Casual Hotels - Known for their character, charm and proximity to outdoor adventures and Backroads activities.

Small Luxury Ships - Unpack once and cover more distance on an intimate ship with spacious staterooms and superb amenities.

Canadian Rockies Walking & Hiking Tour

Couples, Friends & Solos

Small Group Adventures for:

Couples, Friends & Solos Adults 18+

Women's Adventures Women 18+

Families with Young Adults 20s & Beyond Best for ages 20+ (min. age 18)

Families with Teens & 20s Best for ages 16-23 (min. age 14)

Families with Kids & Teens Best for ages 7-17 (min. age 4)

6 days

5 nights

Activity Levels 2-4

We categorize our trips based on a range of activity levels from leisurely (1) to avid (5) with plenty of options in between.

Premiere Hotels

Premiere Hotels - Experience the world’s best, from lavish luxury to chic retreats with prestigious alliances.

Deluxe Hotels - Find modern comforts in extraordinary settings, with great ambience and ample amenities.

Casual Hotels - Known for their character, charm and proximity to outdoor adventures and Backroads activities.

Small Luxury Ships - Unpack once and cover more distance on an intimate ship with spacious staterooms and superb amenities.

2025: Jun-Sep

From $4,899 - $5,149 /person

Banff, Lake Louise & Kananaskis Country

A dramatic destination awaits in the front ranges of the Canadian Rockies. Find rainbows of wildflowers in secret places of Kananaskis Country. Hike through Banff and marvel at the world-renowned beauty of Lake Louise and Moraine Lake. Inhale fresh air on inspiring alpine hikes leading to glacier-fed lakes and sparkling rivers and waterfalls. And watch for resident creatures—after all, it is a place where wildlife can outnumber humans.

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Highlights

  • Hike in Kananaskis Country—a locals' mountain playground with swift rivers, lakes, diverse wildlife and towering peaks
  • Discover wildland provincial parks and the spellbinding Banff National Park, part of a World Heritage site 
  • Explore Banff, Moraine Lake and Lake Louise—iconic sites in the Canadian Rockies that take your breath away
  • Relax in a steam cabin at a Nordic spa, wade in a mineral pool, soak in an outdoor hot tub and swim in a pool surrounded by alpine forest
Canadian Rockies Walking & Hiking Tour map

Alberta

StartCalgary

EndBanff

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Itinerary

Days 1-2

Description

Make your way from Calgary to beautiful Kananaskis Country and discover a meandering trail along Ribbon Creek Take in views of Mount Kidd, Mount Bogart and Ribbon Peak At our mountain lodge, cool off in the pool or treat yourself at the 50,000-square-foot Nordic spa Find yourself surrounded by spruce, wildflowers, small waterfalls and mountains Hike around crystal-clear lakes and bubbling creeks • Drink in vistas of the valley and surrounding peaks Spot bighorn sheep, mule deer and maybe even a grizzly bear.

Accommodations

Nights 1-2

Pomeroy Kananaskis Mountain Lodge
Kananaskis Village
Premiere Hotel

Set in the heart of Kananaskis Country, this luxurious mountain lodge nestled in the Rockies was originally built in 1986 for the Winter Olympics and at the end of 2017 completed a full renovation including the addition of a 50,000-square-foot Nordic spa. (pool, spa)

Hotels may vary based on departure. Any variations will be displayed when selecting a departure under Dates & Prices.

Day 3

Description

Ascend a forested path toward Yates Mountain Savor the spectacular backdrop of Mount Baldy and Barrier Lake Discover the charming mountain town of Banff, the birthplace of Canada’s national park system, and explore its shops and eateries Unwind at our majestic hotel—a landmark in the town of Banff.

Accommodations

Night 3

Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel
Banff
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)

Hotels may vary based on departure. Any variations will be displayed when selecting a departure under Dates & Prices.

Days 4-6

Description

Climb through forests of lodgepole pine and Engelmann spruce, keeping an eye out for Clark's nutcrackers and Canada jays frolicking above • Pause at Lake Annette, nestled below mighty Mount Temple, one of the highest peaks in the region Hike at Moraine Lake, marveling at its blue-green hue See the reflection of Mount Victoria in the shimmering waters of World Heritage Lake Louise Climb to the Plain of Six Glaciers Teahouse for lunch—a perfect end to our Canadian Rockies journey.

Accommodations

Nights 4-5

Moraine Lake Lodge
Lake Louise
Premiere Hotel

This luxurious rustic lodge is set on the shore of Moraine Lake in Banff National Park and offers easy access to scenic hiking trails.

Hotels may vary based on departure. Any variations will be displayed when selecting a departure under Dates & Prices.

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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

Pomeroy Kananaskis Mountain Lodge
Kananaskis Village

Premiere Hotel

Set in the heart of Kananaskis Country, this luxurious mountain lodge nestled in the Rockies was originally built in 1986 for the Winter Olympics and at the end of 2017 completed a full renovation including the addition of a 50,000-square-foot Nordic spa. (pool, spa)

Night 3

Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel
Banff

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)

Nights 4-5

Moraine Lake Lodge
Lake Louise

Premiere Hotel

This luxurious rustic lodge is set on the shore of Moraine Lake in Banff National Park and offers easy access to scenic hiking trails.

From $4,899 /person

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Unplugged dates are perfect for guests who want to ride an acoustic bike.
E-bikes are available to travel companions by request only.

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