ROCKIES FAMILY ADVENTURE

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1 ROCKIES FAMILY ADVENTURE This trip offers the ultimate Canadian Rockies adventure for families. You will visit world-famous Banff and Jasper National Parks, and enjoy a family heli-hiking adventure from a lodge deep in the BC Rockies. Go the extra distance to a mountain cirque and an azure lake amid fields brimming with wildflowers, or slow down to take photos and spot wildlife. Even the drives on this trip will make your jaw drop!

2 OUR ITINERARY AT A GLANCE PROMISE While in our care you ll receive 24/7 support and the flawless delivery of your Experience the best of Canada s Rocky Mountains with stays in Banff, the BC Rockies, Jasper, and Lake Louise. Enjoy a horseback trail ride and guided heli-hiking adventures high in the Rockies. Enjoy true Canadian hospitality at deluxe lodges situated mountain and lakeside, while indulging in Canadian favorites such as sustainably sourced wild game and Alberta Beef. travel experience. We obsess over DAYS every detail so that you don t have to. ONE Arrive in Calgary Drive to Banff Accommodations are at the Rimrock Resort FIVE Guided Heli-hike Accommodations are at Bobbie Burns Lodge Your journey is bespoke, created just for Hotel you. All that s left for you to do is to enjoy Canada it is wild, soulful and truly unforgettable. TWO THREE Day at leisure Evening guided trail ride and steak cook-out Accommodations are at the Rimrock Resort Hotel Drive to Bobbie Burns Helipad Flight to Bobbie Burns Lodge Guided Heli-hike Accommodations are at Bobbie Burns Lodge SIX SEVEN Flight to Bobbie Burns Helipad Drive to Jasper (along the Columbia Icefields Parkway) Accommodations are at the Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge Guided white-water rafting down Athabasca River Afternoon at leisure Accommodations are at the Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge FOUR Guided Heli-hike Accommodations are at Bobbie Burns Lodge EIGHT Drive from Jasper to Banff (retracing your steps along the Columbia Icefields Parkway) Afternoon at leisure Accommodations are at the Fairmont Château Lake Louise

3 ITINERARY AT A GLANCE Experience the best of Canada s Rocky Mountains with stays in Banff, the BC Rockies, Jasper, and Lake Louise. Enjoy a horseback trail ride and guided heli-hiking adventures high in the Rockies. Enjoy true Canadian hospitality at deluxe lodges situated mountain and lakeside, while indulging in Canadian favorites such as sustainably sourced wild game and Alberta Beef. DAYS NINE Day at leisure Accommodations are at the Fairmont Château Lake Louise TEN Drive from Banff to Calgary Airport End of your journey

4 DAY ONE Arrive in Calgary Travel to Banff Upon your arrival at Calgary International Airport, you ll pick up your rental car and enjoy a scenic two-hour drive west to Banff through the Kananaskis Region. Schedule permitting, take the Banff Gondola up to the top of Sulphur Mountain for unobstructed views of Banff, the Bow Valley, and a 360 degree view of six different mountain ranges. Accommodations are at the Rimrock Resort Hotel in a Premium Room. Driving through the Kananaskis Region Banff Gondola Rental Car Rimrock Resort Hotel DAY TWO Explore Banff & Surrounding Area Explore the Banff region on your own today. You could take a five minute drive into the Banff townsite or enjoy a dip in the nearby Banff Upper Hot Springs. In the evening you ll saddle up for a horseback trail ride and steak cook-out. Test your cowboy skills and try your hand at roping. Accommodations are at the Rimrock Resort Hotel in a Premium Room. Exploring Banff on your own Guided horseback ride & steak-fry supper Dinner Rental Car Evening Guide Rimrock Resort Hotel

5 DAY THREE Travel to Bobbie Burns DAY FOUR Heli-hiking the Purcell Mountain Range Today you begin your three-day Heli-hiking adventure with a drive to the Bobbie Burns helipad for your quick flight to your Lodge in the Purcell Mountains. Once you re settled in, take your first flight for an afternoon of guided hiking in and around deserted mountaintops of the British Columbia Rocky Mountains. Accommodations are at the Bobbie Burns Lodge. Each day, your helicopter will land yourself and your guide on a spectacular ridge. The views are breathtaking, and your expert guide will show you the way through glaciers, and steep mountain ridges. Exploring the Bobbie Burns, (a sub-range of the Columbia Mountains) you will learn about the various flora and fauna dotting the landscape. Depending on your interests, you may embark on an all-day hike that covers a wide variety of terrain, or take a helicopter flight after lunch to a secluded alpine lake. Accommodations are at the Bobbie Burns Lodge. Heli-hiking the Purcell Mountain Range Heli-hiking the Purcell Mountains Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Rental Car Helicopter Half-day Guide Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Full-Day Guide CMH Bobbie Burns Lodge CMH Bobbie Burns Lodge

6 DAY FIVE Heli-hiking the Purcell Mountains Each day, your helicopter will land yourself and your guide on a spectacular ridge. Exploring the Bobbie Burns with your expert guide, you will learn about the region s landscape and local furry residents. Depending on your interests, you may embark on an all-day hike that covers a wide variety of terrain, or take a helicopter flight after lunch to a secluded alpine lake. Accommodations are at the CMH Bobbie Burns Lodge. Heli-hiking the Purcell Mountains Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Full-Day Guide CMH Bobbie Burns Lodge DAY SIX Drive from Banff to Jasper After returning to the Bobbie Burns Helipad, you will drive north to Jasper through the Columbia Icefields Parkway. One of the most spectacular drives in the world, plan to make several stops along the way. Don t miss the Snocoach tour onto the Athabasca Glacier, one of the principal toes of the Columbia Icefield and the most visited glacier on the North American continent. Accommodations are at the Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge in a Whistler Cabin. Icefields Parkway Athabasca Glacier Rental Car Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge

7 DAY SEVEN Explore Jasper National Park Today enjoy a mild white-water rafting trip down the Athabasca River, a designated Heritage River for its scenic beauty and history of fur trade exploration. The afternoon is yours to explore, with an endless array of options to choose from! Visit the town of Jasper, take in a boat cruise on famous Maligne Lake, play a round of golf, or take an Ecotour safari in search of wildlife. Accommodations are at the Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge in a Whistler Cabin. Rafting down the Athabasca River Exploring Jasper on your own Rental Car Half-Day Guide Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge DAY EIGHT Drive from Jasper to Banff Today you will retrace your steps along the Icefields Parkway travelling south to Banff. Your destination is the turquoise Lake Louise, Canada s Diamond in the Wilderness. Spend your afternoon exploring this beautiful region set within the Banff National Park, whether it be by canoe or on foot. Accommodations are at the Fairmont Château Lake Louise in a Deluxe Lakeview Room. Icefields Parkway Exploring Lake Louise on your own Rental Car Fairmont Château Lake Louise

8 DAY NINE Explore Banff & Surrounding Area DAY TEN Drive from Banff to Calgary Airport From your base within the Banff National Park spend your final day in the Rockies at leisure. You may wish to stroll alpine meadows in search of wildflowers, explore the village of Lake Louise, or spot the robust population of wildlife. As Canada s oldest national park, Banff is the home to grizzly bears, cougar, wolverine, bighorn sheep, and moose, among hundreds of bird species. Accommodations are at Fairmont Château Lake Louise in a Deluxe Lakeview Room. Soak up the mountain views this morning prior to your departure for Calgary International Airport today. Schedule depending, you may wish to explore the city of Calgary prior to your flight time. Safe travels! Exploring Banff on your own Banff National Park Rental Car Rental Car Fairmont Château Lake Louise

9 ACCOMMODATION Rimrock Resort Hotel Banff, AB A recipient of the AAA Four Diamond Award, the Rimrock Resort is nestled high above Banff and carved into Sulphur Mountain, a mere 10 minutes from the centre of Banff. The upscale resort offers breathtaking views of rugged, snow-capped peaks and lush, tree-filled alpine valleys. It features 346 guest rooms, two restaurants, two lounges, a full service spa, fitness facility, and indoor pool. Rimrock is the only resort in western Canada to be included on Condé Nast Traveler s Gold List, and boasts the only restaurant in western Canada to achieve AAA s Five Diamond rating for its dining room, Eden. Room View Bow or Spray Valley Room Size 350 sq. ft Bed Type One King or two Queen beds CMH Bobbie Burns Lodge Bugaboo Provincial Park, BC A Canadian Mountain Holiday (CMH) property, this upscale mountain lodge is located near Golden in British Columbia s Purcell Mountains. It features 25 guest rooms with private baths, a lounge and dining room, and outdoor hot tub. Located 194 km (120 miles) west of Banff, Bobbie Burns Lodge was built at an elevation of 1,370 metres (4,494 feet). Recently renovated, the lodge is accessible by helicopter only. There are no TVs or phones in the guest rooms. Room View Mountain or Valley Room Size Varies Bed Type King bed

10 ACCOMMODATION Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge Jasper, AB A recipient of the AAA Four Diamond Award, this cabin-style resort hotel is located 15 minutes from the town site of Jasper, on the shores of Lac Beauvert. Its 446 rooms are spread among a village of 56 chalets and heritage log cabins in addition to the main lodge all of which are connected by paths on a 903-acre property. The hotel features nine restaurants and lounges, a health/fitness centre with heated outdoor pool, and a full spa. Room View Lake and mountain Room Size Bed Type 1135 sq. ft Two bedrooms; One King bed and two Doubles with a sofa bed Fairmont Château Lake Louise Lake Louise, AB A recipient of the AAA Four Diamond Award and voted among the Top 50 Ski Resorts by Condé Nast Traveler the Fairmont Château Lake Louise is a traditional luxury hotel. It is located on the shores of the emerald waters of Lake Louise, facing the majestic Victoria Glacier, just 5 minutes drive from the village. The 469 guest rooms overlook either the lake or forest, and the hotel s amenities include eight restaurants and lounges, a Health Club, and Escape Spa & Salon. A Fairmont Gold floor provides a more boutique experience, with a private check-in/out area, exclusive concierge, and access to the Fairmont Gold Lounge. Room View Lake Louise and the Victoria Glacier. Room Size 275 sq. ft Bed Type One King or two Queens

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