Calgary & Banff Winter Experience

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The mountains are waiting for you on this magical Canadian Getaway! Your start and end points will be in Calgary, Alberta's biggest city. While you're here, check out the impressive food scene and be sure to check out the downtown area. The majority of your trip will be spent in Banff. This town is the embodiment of winter enchantment, offering scenic views,...

Overview

Trip type
Self-Guided / Independent Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Trip pace
Flexible schedule

Highlights

    • Banff Gondola Ride
    • Sleigh ride in Banff

What's this trip about?

    The mountains are waiting for you on this magical Canadian Getaway! Your start and end points will be in Calgary, Alberta's biggest city. While you're here, check out the impressive food scene and be sure to check out the downtown area. The majority of your trip will be spent in Banff. This town is the embodiment of winter enchantment, offering scenic views, world-class ski resorts, and an endless list of winter activities. This is the perfect place to ride a gondola up a picturesque mountainside and go ridin' in a horse sleigh. Whether you want to plunge into a hot spring in the dead of winter or try your luck with the elusive Northern Lights, Banff is exactly where you'll find the unforgettable experience of a lifetime.

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Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeIndependent
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportN/A
Start CityCalgary
End CityCanada

Destinations

  • North America
  • Canada

Attractions

  • Banff
  • Calgary

Trip includes

    • Roundtrip economy class airfare to Calgary (YYC)
    • 1 night in Calgary at the Calgary Marriott Hotel, or similar
    • Scheduled transfer from downtown Calgary to Banff
    • 4 nights in Banff at the Buffalo Mountain Lodge, or similar
    • Banff Gondola Ride
    • Sleigh ride in Banff
    • Scheduled transfer from Banff to downtown Calgary
    • 1 night in Calgary at the Calgary Marriott Hotel, or similar Prefer to travel in the warmer months? Check out our Calgary & Banff Summer Experience for travel from July through early October.

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Itinerary

Day 1 Welcome to Calgary!

Touch down in Calgary and drop your bags at your hotel. Tonight, set off on foot to explore the neighborhood and nightlife around you! 

Day 2 Calgary - Banff

Today, you'll enjoy a transfer to Banff. After you settle into your new hotel, consider checking out a few local breweries and the burgeoning restaurant scene. 

Day 3 Banff

Head to Sulphur Mountain today for a scenic gondola ride. Give yourself plenty of time to spend at the top of the mountain - there's lots to do! Learn about the national park as you stroll the Sulphur Mountain Boardwalk, check out the interactive interpretive exhibits, and treat yourself to a delicious meal with unbeatable views. 

Day 4 Banff

The winter fun continues today with a sleigh ride! Warner Stables is only a 25-minute walk from the center of Banff, so consider heading back on foot to enjoy the scenery. Consider warming up with a trip to a relaxing soak in Banff’s Upper Hot Springs.

Day 5 Banff

Make the most of your time in Banff with a trip to Lake Louise! In the winter, this lake completely freezes over, so lace up the ice skates and get ready for a true winter experience. If you're a skier (or want to learn), check out the area's ski resorts. 

Day 6 Banff - Calgary

Today, you'll enjoy a transfer to back to Calgary. While you're in town, you can visit the Calgary Central Library, skate the Olympic Oval, or even ascend Calgary Tower to steal a few last looks at the stunning Canadian landscape. 

Day 7 Depart Canada

Sadly, the time has come. Make your way to the airport, find your departure gate, and spend your flight home dreaming about your next adventure. 

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Last Updated: 10/31/2023

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