Great Resorts of the Canadian Rockies with the Calgary Stampede

Great Resorts of the Canadian Rockies with the Calgary Stampede

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Great Resorts of the Canadian Rockies with the Calgary Stampede

10 Days Starting and ending in Calgary, Canada

Visiting: Calgary, Lake Louise, Jasper National Park, Jasper, Banff, North America

Tour operator:

Globus

Tour code:

CDX-2025

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Physical rating:

Medium

Tour operated in:

English

Trip Styles:

Luxury, Special Events

Activities:

Walking

From: $5855 $5541 Operator discount: -$314

NB: Prices correct on 22-Dec-2024 but subject to change.

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Tour Overview

Embark on an unforgettable adventure through the Great Resorts of the Canadian Rockies, culminating in the exhilarating Calgary Stampede. Begin your journey in Calgary, where you'll meet your tour director and fellow travelers. Explore the stunning landscapes of Lake Louise, Jasper National Park, and Banff National Park, staying in luxurious Fairmont hotels. Experience the breathtaking beauty of Peyto Lake, Maligne Lake, and the Columbia Icefield. Enjoy guided heritage walks, scenic drives, and a thrilling ride on the Columbia Ice Explorer. Conclude your trip with the excitement of the Calgary Stampede, including a visit to the First Nation village and world-class rodeo events.

Highlights

  • Welcome to Calgary, where cowboys still ride tall in the saddle below the skyline of Alberta’s "Cow Town."

  • Take a leisurely guided heritage walk along the legendary lakeshore of Lake Louise.

  • Scenic drive on Icefields Parkway reveals spectacular vistas, including the picturesque Peyto Lake.

  • A scenic cruise on Maligne Lake to Spirit Island reveals the wild beauty of an alpine wonderland.

  • Explore how landscapes are shaped with an epic ride aboard the mighty Columbia Ice Explorer all-terrain vehicle with a Glaciologist Guide.

  • Explore Banff National Park with a scenic drive around Tunnel Mountain and witness the wonder of Bow River Falls.

  • Explore the Calgary Stampede grounds at your leisure with your included admission, including the First Nation village of Elbow River Camp.

Places You'll See

Westin Calgary

Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise

Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge

Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel

Delta Calgary Downtown

Itinerary

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Day 1: Arrive In Calgary,Alberta

Location: Calgary

Accommodation Name: Westin Calgary

Welcome to Calgary, where cowboys still ride tall in the saddle below the skyline of Alberta’s “Cow Town.” At 6 pm, meet your Tour Director and travel companions for a welcome drink.

Day 2: Calgary,Lake Louise

Location: Lake Louise

Accommodation Name: Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

CALGARY–LAKE LOUISE City Slickers and Sapphire Shores Take an orientation drive through cosmopolitan Calgary before heading to Lake Louise. Upon arrival, take a leisurely [LF] guided heritage walk along the legendary lakeshore. Free time this afternoon and evening at the exclusive Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise. (B,D)LOCAL FAVORITE WILDERNESS IN WATERCOLOR Explore the breathtaking shores of Lake Louise where its bright blue surface mirrors the sky between Banff’s high peaks. Hear the storied history-from the early Stoney Nakoda First Nations people who named it “lake of the little fishes” to the bold railroad barons of the Canadian Pacific Railway. Learn fascinating stories of frontiersmen and First Nations who first discovered the exquisite waters of Lake Louise. TOUR HIGHLIGHT ACCOMMODATION SPOTLIGHT Named for a Victorian princess, Lake Louise is the perfect setting for the architecture, amenities, and atmosphere of the Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise-designed to pamper the heartiest of alpine adventurers. Slip into the indoor pool and hot tub, soothe the soul at the fitness center and spa, hike in the lush green forest, canoe on Lake Louise’s famous turquoise blue water or enjoy horseback riding on a nearby trail. With attention to your comfort and enjoyment amid the rugged Rocky Mountains, you’ll enjoy concierge service, gift shops plus a variety of restaurants and activities.

Day 3: Lake Louise,Jasper

Location: Jasper National Park

Accommodation Name: Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

LAKE LOUISE–JASPER Natural Wonders in the Rockies Scenic drive on Icefields Parkway reveals spectacular vistas, including the picturesque Peyto Lake (weather permitting). Next stop, Jasper National Park, a Dark Sky Preserve and the largest national park in the Canadian Rockies. Enjoy free time this afternoon. (B,D)TOUR HIGHLIGHT PICTURE PERFECT Nestled between the pines and peaks, see for yourself why Peyto Lake is one of the most photographed natural beauties in North America. This azure alpine lake strikes the pose as a model of perfection, delivering a visual feast you must see to believe! TOUR HIGHLIGHT ACCOMMODATION SPOTLIGHT Settle in for a cozy cabin-style 2-night retreat in superbly appointed guest rooms. The Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge delivers all the comforts of home with a touch of luxury in the wilderness. Set deep in the Canadian Rockies, the lodge’s rugged elegance makes it the embodiment of peace, tranquility, and natural beauty. Enjoy a wide variety of onsite amenities to welcome you home from a day of exploring with views of surrounding mountains and Beauvert Lake.

Day 4: Jasper. Excursion To Maligne Lake

Location: Jasper

Accommodation Name: Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge

Meals Included: Breakfast

JASPER. EXCURSION TO MALIGNE LAKE The Wilderness Spirit A scenic cruise on Maligne Lake to Spirit Island reveals the wild beauty of an alpine wonderland. Free time this afternoon and evening in Jasper National Park. (B)TOUR HIGHLIGHT NATURAL WONDERS Between the silver and green glacial peaks, experience the views from the largest natural lake in Jasper National Park on a cruise across the waters of Maligne Lake. Glide on the water to Spirit Island, one of the most photographed spots on Earth. Keep your camera ready for further chances to capture a photo of deer, moose, eagles, or bears in this Rocky Mountain paradise.

Day 5: Jasper,Columbia Icefield,Banff

Location: Banff

Accommodation Name: Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

JASPER–COLUMBIA ICEFIELD–BANFF Moving Mountains and Lifting Hearts Depart Jasper with a scenic drive on Icefields Parkway en route to Columbia Icefield. Explore how landscapes are shaped with an epic ride aboard the mighty Columbia Ice Explorer all-terrain vehicle. Continue through Banff National Park to discover breathtaking beauty beyond imagination. Drive through Banff’s mountain cathedrals that tower above Natural Bridge, Kicking Horse River, and Emerald Lake. Free time this evening. (B)TOUR HIGHLIGHT EPIC RIDE Be moved by an expedition across the Athabasca Glacier. Traverse this massive glacier aboard the all-terrain Columbia Ice Explorer and walk on the surface where the Earth’s geology is changing beneath your feet. Feel the force of nature’s strength on an ancient glacier that still carves the face of the Rocky Mountains today.TOUR HIGHLIGHT ACCOMMODATION SPOTLIGHT For over a century, the Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel, has been the destination for luxury in the heart of Alberta’s Canadian Rockies. The Scottish-style “Castle of the Rockies” welcomes guests to retire each night and enjoy delightful dining choices and lounges plus activities at the hotel. Walking history tours, glowing evening campfires, wilderness or twilight walks, and guided bike rides showcase the hotel grounds. In Scottish tradition, a 27-hole golf course offers, with added diversions of a spa, tennis courts, indoor and outdoor pool, hot tub, horseback riding, gift shops, convenience store, and concierge service.

Day 6: Banff

Location: Banff

Accommodation Name: Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

BANFF Peak Perfection and Royal Tradition Explore Banff National Park with a scenic drive around Tunnel Mountain and witness the wonder of Bow River Falls with views of the peaks of the Canadian Rockies. Later, take advantage of an optional helicopter flightseeing trip with dramatic aerial views of the Rocky Mountains and Banff, or stroll the town’s colorful streets. Meet an [LF] officer of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police to hear tales in true Mounties tradition. Farewell dinner this evening. (B,D)LOCAL FAVORITEHEROES ON HORSEBACK As the song goes, Canadian Mounties “always get their man.” Since the early days of the Northwest Territory, the brave members of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police have patrolled the mountains of Alberta and beyond with dignified duty. While visiting Banff, visit with a Canadian Mountie as a tip of the signature wide-brimmed hat begins the tales of adventure including the tradition behind the famous red jackets and regulation jodhpurs”

Day 7: Banff,Calgary

Location: Calgary

Accommodation Name: Delta Calgary Downtown

Meals Included: Breakfast

Depart Banff with a morning drive to Calgary for a free afternoon and evening.

Day 8: Calgary

Location: Calgary

Accommodation Name: Delta Calgary Downtown

Meals Included: Breakfast

CALGARY The Wild Frontier Start your day with a morning sightseeing tour to get acquainted with Calgary. Then, explore the Calgary Stampede grounds at your leisure with your included admission, including the First Nation village of [LF] Elbow River Camp. (B)LOCAL FAVORITE LEGENDS & LORE Stroll the streets and visit Elbow River Camp, an authentic First Nation village, where you’ll learn more about culture and history of the Kainai, Piikani, Siksika, Stoney Nakoda, and Tsuut’ina.TOUR HIGHLIGHT CULTURE & TRADITION Step through the gates of Stampede Park into a world of wonder, fun, and “Wild West” excitement. Enjoy a wide variety of exciting talent at the many entertainment stages and taste fresh regional specialties. Get ready for an outdoor stage show featuring hundreds of singers, dancers, and musicians in a lavishly produced and choreographed musical variety spectacular.

Day 9: Calgary

Location: Calgary

Accommodation Name: Delta Calgary Downtown

Meals Included: Breakfast

CALGARY Ropin’ & Ridin’ A day at leisure to explore the Stampede grounds. (B)TOUR HIGHLIGHTSpend another day exploring the traditions of the Wild West on the Calgary Stampede grounds. Visit Rope Square with its variety of Western entertainment and fun. This afternoon, see the best of the best as they saddle up for world-class rodeo action. Top professionals take on the West’s wildest horses. You’ll also enjoy the rodeo’s most famed event—bull riding! Take home a souvenir program to remind you of your time in Calgary.

Day 10: Calgary

Location: Calgary

Meals Included: Breakfast

Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning.

What's Included

  • Accommodation

    Stay at luxurious hotels including Westin Calgary, Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise, Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge, Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel, and Delta Calgary Downtown.

  • Meals

    Breakfast daily and 3 dinners are included.

  • Guided Heritage Walk

    Enjoy a guided heritage walk along the legendary lakeshore of Lake Louise.

  • Scenic Drives

    Experience scenic drives through cosmopolitan Calgary, Icefields Parkway, and Banff National Park.

  • Maligne Lake Cruise

    A scenic cruise on Maligne Lake to Spirit Island.

  • Columbia Ice Explorer

    An epic ride aboard the Columbia Ice Explorer with a Glaciologist Guide.

  • Calgary Stampede Admission

    Included admission to the Calgary Stampede grounds, including the First Nation village of Elbow River Camp.

  • Farewell Dinner

    Farewell dinner in Banff with a Royal Canadian Mounted Police officer.

What's Not Included

  • Optional Helicopter Flightseeing

    Optional helicopter flightseeing trip with dramatic aerial views of the Rocky Mountains and Banff.

  • Personal Expenses

    Personal expenses such as souvenirs, additional meals, and drinks.

  • Travel Insurance

    Travel insurance is not included and should be purchased separately.

  • Gratuities

    Gratuities for guides, drivers, and hotel staff are not included.

  • Airfare

    International and domestic airfare to and from Calgary is not included.

Meals

Breakfast daily, 3 dinners

Notes

The Calgary Stampede grounds area is large and guests should be prepared for easy but sustained walking and independent exploration. For grandstand events, there is limited elevator access and limited wheelchair assistance.

Visiting and participating in activities in this region may be subject to favorable weather conditions.

UNESCO Sites

Banff National Park|Jasper National Park

Accommodation

Stay at the luxurious Westin Calgary, Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise, Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge, Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel, and Delta Calgary Downtown, offering top-notch amenities and comfort throughout your journey.

Mode of Transport

Enjoy scenic drives through the Canadian Rockies, including the Icefields Parkway, with transportation provided by comfortable coaches and an all-terrain Columbia Ice Explorer for a unique glacier experience.

Check out our Q&As

  • What kind of accommodation can I expect during the tour?

    The tour includes stays at several luxurious and well-known hotels: Westin Calgary in Calgary, Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise in Lake Louise, Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge in Jasper National Park, Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel in Banff National Park, and Delta Calgary Downtown in Calgary.

  • What activities are included at Lake Louise?

    At Lake Louise, you will take an orientation drive through Calgary before heading to Lake Louise. Upon arrival, you will enjoy a guided heritage walk along the lakeshore and have free time in the afternoon and evening at the Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise.

  • What can I expect during the visit to Jasper National Park?

    In Jasper National Park, you will enjoy a scenic drive on Icefields Parkway, visit Peyto Lake, and have free time in the afternoon. The next day includes a scenic cruise on Maligne Lake to Spirit Island, with free time in the afternoon and evening.

  • What is the highlight of the visit to the Columbia Icefield?

    The highlight of the visit to the Columbia Icefield is an epic ride aboard the Columbia Ice Explorer all-terrain vehicle with a Glaciologist Guide, allowing you to explore the Athabasca Glacier.

  • What unique experience is offered in Banff?

    In Banff, you will have the opportunity to meet an officer of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police to hear tales in true Mounties tradition. Additionally, you can take an optional helicopter flightseeing trip for dramatic aerial views of the Rocky Mountains and Banff.

  • What can I do during the Calgary Stampede?

    During the Calgary Stampede, you can explore the Stampede grounds, including the First Nation village of Elbow River Camp. You will also have the chance to watch chuckwagon races and an outdoor stage show featuring singers, dancers, and musicians. On another day, you can visit Rope Square and see world-class rodeo action, including bull riding.

  • Are there any special notes or considerations for this tour?

    The tour is available only on the CDX July 2 & 4 departures. The Calgary Stampede grounds are large, so guests should be prepared for easy but sustained walking and independent exploration. For grandstand events, there is limited elevator access and limited wheelchair assistance. Activities in this region may be subject to favorable weather conditions.

  • How long has the tour company been trading?

    For over 90 years.

  • Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?

    Yes

  • What policies are in place for Covid-19?

    Please contact us for latest Covid-19 policies

  • What documents will I receive before I travel?

    Travel documents, including any air tickets, itineraries, and other information, are available approximately two to three weeks prior to departure provided full payment has been received.

  • What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?

    The Globus Lighthouse Project - an illuminating initiative where we can all come together to tread lightly and give generously for the globe's greater good. Globus, along with sister companies Avalon Waterways and Cosmos, invite our travellers and partners to help us in supporting causes that provide for a more sustainable planet and a brighter tomorrow.

Reviews of this operator

Lisset  

Great Value for your Money

19-Dec-2022

This is my second time travelling with Globus, would have been my third if not for COVID. The way they plan everything is super organized, the tour managers are very caring and knowledgeable. We always enjoy all the site visits planned for each trip. They start by picking you up from the airport and from then on everything is taken care of up until the last day of your trip, even dropping you off at the airport not matter the time of day or night. The hotels at every city are always great and centrally located so you can walk around during your free time or plan your own visits to different sites.

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01-Mar-2024

My go-to escorted travel Co My 4th trip with Globus and the did not disappoint. The sales deals they offer make it affordable for me to travel. All of the guides are well versed in the history of the area you travel in.

David R  

What a wonderful trip, thanks Globus

10-Jan-2023

Globus is my favorite travel agency. I tried others, but always come back to Globus. It is a 100% stress free one-stop shop. Easy booking with flight, hotel, transportation and travel insurance all in one place. Great customer service at reasonable prices. Lots of information prepared for the trip to handle travel logistics. I planned and booked my trip within 24 hours. Highly recommended to everyon

Alexander Wright  

Great guide, accommodations, and tours.

28-Dec-2022

We had a fantastic guide, with a great mix of free time and guided tours.

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Nancy Arias  

The experience was amazing!!

30-Dec-2022

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