Canadian Rockies Adventure Sampler 8 days / 7 nights
Trip Overview
Come hike, bike and paddle in the Canadian Rockies National Parks with our regional experts who know them intimately. Pedal past glaciers inching their way down the faces of mighty peaks, hike to lakes in crayon-box hues of deepest blue and emerald green, take to the water on an easygoing raft trip and explore miles and miles of untrammeled wilderness in Canada’s breathtaking Rockies.Trip Images
Paddle one of the exquisite lakes of the Canadian Rockies.
A hiking experience view you won’t forget!
Cycling is a great way to see the surrounding scenery as well as making new friends!
A breathtaking roller coaster ride of waves and excitement!
Map
Emerald Lake
Lake Louise
Icefields Parkway
Shadow lake
Red Earth Creek
Depart Banff
Detailed Itinerary
ITINERARYDay 1 - Arrive in Calgary, travel to Banff
Upon arrival at Calgary airport you will be met by your private driver for a luxury transfer to the town of Banff. The remainder of the day is at your leisure to explore the town on own.
Day 2 - Your Canadian Rockies Adventure begins Meet your group in Banff and start you trip with a shuttle ride to Moraine Lake. Enjoy a short walk and orientation, you will hop on your bikes and coast down the Continental Divide and into British Columbia. Continue down Kicking Horse Pass to one of the truly amazing lodges in the Rockies, Emerald Lake Lodge - your home for the next 2 nights.
Day 3 - Yoho National Park Lace up your hiking boots for a full day of hiking in Yoho National Park. hike to the Takakkaw Falls, the Iceline Trail and Emerald Lake. If you haven’t had enough hiking for the day you can also visit the famous fossil beds at Burgess Shale. Overnight at Emerald Lake Lodge.
Day 4 - Kicking Horse River
Today is an exciting day of white water rafting on the Kicking Horse River. You will be treated to a breathtaking roller coaster ride of waves and excitement. This evening you have a relaxing evening to explore Lake Louise on own.
Day 5 - Icefields Parkway Take in the morning sunrise on the glaciers of Mount Victoria before being shuttled to Bow Summit and Payto Lake. From this point you will cycle the famous Icefields Parkway, descending gradually and eventually arriving at the summit of Vermillon Pass.
Day 6 - Shadow Lakes
Another day of hiking is planned today as you hike into the alpine, past crystal clear lakes & towering rock faces. You will reach the Shadow Lakes Backcountry cabins for a true Canadian wilderness stay.
Day 7 - Return to Banff
A final day of a relaxing hike along the Red Earth Creek Trail before you are shuttled back to Banff where you will say goodbye to your guides and new friends. Overnight in Banff.
Day 8 - Depart Calgary
Your adventure comes to an end today as you are transferred by private car to Calgary Airport for your return trip home.
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Accommodations
Accommodation Hotels, Lodges & CabinsOptions & Upgrades
• Add on additional night in Banff
Dates & Prices
2010 Trip DatesJuly 10 - 17
August 7 - 14
| USD$ | ||
| Double | Single | |
| Jul 10 - Aug 14 2010 | 3,185 | 4,514 |
• Prices are per person based on double or single occupancy
• If a single travelers would like to share a room with someone of the same sex, we can look into the availability of this on a particular trip - just ask your Fresh Tracks agent
Included
• Round-trip private luxury transfers between Calgary airport & Banff
• 7 nights accommodation in hotels, lodges or cabins
• Experienced leaders
• 5 breakfasts, 6 lunches, 3 dinners, refreshments and snakcs
• Bike rental
• White-water rafting on the Kicking Horse River
• All National Park fees and permits
• Ground transportation
• Baggage transfers and porterage
Not Included • All Meals while in Banff, and 2 dinners on adventure route
• Personal items
• Gratuities
• Hospital, medical insurance, trip cancellation insurance
• Canadian sales taxes (pre-rebated by 50% for visitors to Canada)
HAVE A CHAT
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From Australia toll-free: 1-800-992-872
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