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Day 1: Glacier National Park International Airport

Meals: Dinner

Accommodations: Glacier Park Lodge

Arrive at Glacier National Park International Airport

Howdy! Upon landing at the Kalispell Airport your Adventure Guide will greet you and your family. Stretch your legs and relax as your luggage is taken care of. Since we are providing one group transfer based on the final group arrival time, early arrivers may spend some time at the airport. Then it's off to historic Glacier Park Lodge in our air-conditioned motor coach.

Glacier Park Lodge

Welcome to Big Sky Country! It's time to kick back as your Adventure Guide checks you into this rustic yet comfortable* lodge located just minutes from Glacier National Park.

Welcome BBQ Dinner

Savor an authentic Western outdoor BBQ among the towering peaks of the magnificent Rocky Mountains. Join the welcome reception as a local guitarist and singer serenades you into the tranquil Montana night.

Day 2

Meals : Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Accommodations: Glacier Park Lodge

River Rafting

Experience the thrill of whitewater rafting as you ride the rapids on the Flathead River (Class II-IV) down the Middle Fork through John Stevens Canyon. For 8 miles (almost 13 km), your raft bobs and glides past the majestic peaks that rise to the sky on either side of you. Those seeking a more serene experience can float down the river's gentle North Fork to Blankenship Bridge for a scenic trip.

BBQ Lunch

Come ashore for a private picnic lunch of traditional BBQ fare, surrounded by the beauty of the Montana wilderness.

Red Bus Tour of Glacier National Park

Board this open-top vintage coach and climb up, up, up the Going-to-the-Sun Road as the stunning splendor of the Rockies unfolds before you. Gaze out over the incredible scenery as the vast canyons drop to dizzying depths below the roadside and glacial cliffs striped with snow tower over the verdant riverbanks. It's an unforgettable ride that will leave you breathless with wonder!

Native American Storytelling

Gather 'round to hear tales of old from a Native American storyteller in a private setting at the lodge. Learn the lore of how mankind has lived on the "Backbone of the World", where the mountains meet the sun.

Dinner at the Lodge

Dine at your leisure in The Great Northern Dining Room as you relay stories of the day's excitement in Big Sky Country.

Day 3

Meals : Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Accommodations: The Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise

Scenic Drive to Canada

Following breakfast at the lodge, bid farewell to Glacier National Park. As you head north to Alberta, Canada, enjoy a scenic coach ride through the rolling hills of the Blackfoot Reservation and along the majestic Continental Divide.

Lunch at the Prince of Wales Hotel

Perched on a bluff overlooking Waterton Lake, this charming chalet named after Edward III is where you'll enjoy a delicious meal before continuing to beautiful Lake Louise.

Coach Ride to Lake Louise

Travel along Alberta's historic Cowboy Trail, which runs between the Rocky Mountains and the Canadian prairie. This is the real West up close! Then relax as your Adventure Guide checks you into The Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise, where scenic views of the mountains surround this elegant retreat.

Dinner at the Hotel

Relax and revel in the gorgeous lake views just beyond the windows of the hotel's charming main restaurant.

Day 4

Meals : Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Accommodations: The Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise    

Canoeing at Moraine Lake

Take a short excursion to nearby Moraine Lake, a gleaming gem nestled in a stunning mountain range. Canoe across the tranquil turquoise surface of the lake - an experience you won't soon forget!

Picnic Lunch at Lake Louise

Relax as the lake breezes cool you down during this scenic picnic lunch with your fellow Adventurers.

Lake Louise on Your Own

Spend the rest of the afternoon at your leisure, taking in the Canadian wonder that is Lake Louise, surrounded by astounding peaks that climb into the skies. Choose to join your Adventure Guides on a hike to Lake Agnes Teahouse or explore the area on your own by bike or on horseback, or just relax at the spa.*

Junior Adventurer Dinner & Movie Night at the Hotel

Adults can enjoy a nice dinner at their leisure, while Junior Adventurers have an exclusive meal with the Adventure Guides. Parents can join the kids as the evening concludes with a special Disney movie presentation.

Day 5

Meals: Breakfast and Lunch

Accommodations: The Fairmont Banff Springs

Columbia Icefield

Behold the greatest body of ice in North America! Board an ice exploration vehicle for a guided expedition that travels over the vast, tranquil Columbia Icefield, which straddles the North American Continental Divide. Discover the majesty of this incredible icefield that feeds 8 major glaciers beneath the peaks of towering mountains.

Lunch at Columbia Icefield Restaurant

Dine at a hearty buffet lunch with views of the Athabasca Glacier at this restaurant near the icefield.

The Fairmont Banff Springs

Travel by coach to the magnificent Fairmont Banff Springs, located just steps away from Banff. Styled after a Scottish baronial castle, this is your home away from home for the next two nights. Relax in the lobby as your Adventure Guides check you into the hotel.

Dinner On Your Own

Find a bevy of dining options at your fingertips in Banff. Step out for a well-earned bite at a host of local eateries that cover the gamut from casual family fare to incredible French cuisine. Your Adventure Guides can help you with dinner recommendations.

Day 6

Meals: Breakfast and Dinner

Accommodations: The Fairmont Banff Springs   

Bike Ride Along Bow River

Wake up to a hearty Canadian breakfast at the hotel before you take a leisurely spin along the swirling waters of the Bow River. Park your bike for a short hike to view enchanting Bow Falls before spending some time exploring the colorful gardens at historic Canada House, a Banff landmark.

Lunch On Your Own

Stroll through the delightful streets of laid-back Banff, where a variety of restaurants await you. Your Adventure Guides can help you with lunch recommendations.

Banff Gondola Visit

After lunch, a high-altitude adventure awaits in Banff National Park. Climb into your enclosed gondola for a ride up to the 7,500-foot (2286-meter) summit of Sulphur Mountain. The vast Rocky Mountain landscape can be seen for miles, including the view of 6 mountain ranges! Then relax in Banff's celebrated Upper Thermal Hot Springs as you soak in a swimming pool surrounded by fir forests and towering mountain peaks.

Farewell Dinner in Banff

As your mountain adventure comes to a ceremonious close, join your explorer friends for a farewell dinner in the heart of Banff. A fun surprise is in store when a special Canadian visitor makes an unforgettable appearance.

Day 7

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodations: The Fairmont Banff Springs   

Breakfast and Transfer to Airport

After your final breakfast in Canada, bid your fellow travelers "happy trails" as you board pre-arranged transportation for a coach ride to Calgary airport.

Day 1 Calgary/Waterton Lakes

Enjoy a morning welcome meeting with your CEO in Calgary before making the trip to Waterton National Park. Have a picnic lunch outside upon arrival to fuel up before setting out to hike the Bertha Lake trail. The switchbacks are tough, but the view of the valley below from the blue-green waters of Lake Bertha are well worth the climb. Visit Red Rock Canyon afterwards for a short walk into this geological phenomenon before setting up camp in the evening to chow down on dinner around the fire.

Day 2 Waterton Lakes

Wake up to the smell of pine, emerge from the tent, and have breakfast at camp. Get ready for a full day of hiking, lace up those boots, bring plenty of water and hit the trail. The group will be hiking either the Crypt Lake or Carthew summit trail, please note that there won't be enough time for both. You'll indulge in a picnic lunch halfway through and enjoy highlights like, roaring waterfalls, panoramic views, alpine bowls, and a 60ft tunnel through a mountain.

Day 3 Waterton Lakes/Kananaskis

Enjoy a breakfast at camp before hopping into our private vehicle en route to Kananaskis. Nothing breaks up a road journey like snacks so we stop in Longview for some famous jerky to stock up. Fuel up with a picnic lunch before starting off on the first and only hike of today along the Ptarmigan Cirque trail. This steep trail offers spanning views of the surrounding mountains from an alpine meadow and also happens to be the highest paved pass in Canada. After finishing the hike, we head to our campsite, set up our tents, and have dinner together by the campfire.

Day 4 Kananaskis

In the morning after breakfast at camp the group will head straight to the trailhead of Burstall Pass. Spend the entire day hiking this route with a picnic lunch about halfway through to get some more energy for the hike back down. The views along the pass are magnificent and offer plenty of opportunities for more adventurous rock scrambling and climbing. Back at camp in the evening share dinner as a group around the campfire.

Day 5 Kananaskis/Lake Louise

After another morning outdoors enjoying a breakfast at camp the group will travel to Lake Louise. It’s a day jam packed with activities that will get you out into the beautiful scenery of Lake Louise. In the morning you will drive from Kananaskis to Canmore. You have a raft tour (The Townie) on the Bow River in Canmore. Before the raft tour you can enjoy and visit Canmore. You can opt to have a picnic lunch in the town, and then embark on a scenic raft ride down the Bow River. Drive to camp in the evening.

Day 6 Lake Louise

In the morning the group will leave Lake Louise and travel to Yoho National Park to hike the Iceline Trail there. It’s one of the best hikes in the park featuring unbeatable views of glacier peaks, rugged alpine landscapes, and cascading waterfalls. Eat a picnic lunch overlooking this beautiful landscape and then travel back to Lake Louise where you can spend some time in town before heading back to camp for dinner as a group.

Day 7 Lake Louise

In the morning set out on a hike up Mount Fairview. After, travel to Banff. Once here it’s an afternoon of freedom to enjoy any activity that catches your eye. There are canoe rentals, bike rentals, scenic raft tours, the Banff gondola, and of course exploring on your own two feet with another hike. But if hiking feels too daunting, know that you can spend your time as you choose in the majesty of this national park and still feel connected to the space.

Day 8 Lake Louise/Calgary

Transfer from Lake Louise to Calgary. Tour ends on arrival into Calgary.

Please do not book onward travel earlier than 3pm.