A road trip through the Canadian Rockies is an unforgettable experience. Here's a suggested itinerary for 11 days:
Day 1: Arrive in Calgary and pick up your rental car. Spend the day exploring the city, visiting attractions like the or the . In the evening, head to Banff (about 1.5 hours' drive) and check into your hotel.
Day 2: Start your day with a visit to the , where you can soak in the warm mineral waters while enjoying stunning mountain views. Afterward, take a scenic drive along the , stopping at viewpoints and hiking trails along the way. End the day with a sunset gondola ride up .
Day 3: Today, explore and its surrounding area. Hike to the or rent a canoe and paddle on the turquoise waters of the lake. In the afternoon, drive to , one of the most photographed spots in the Rockies.
Day 4: Drive to Jasper National Park via the , one of the most scenic drives in the world. Stop at the Columbia Icefield to walk on the and take a guided tour of the glacier skywalk. Continue on to Jasper and check into your hotel.
Day 5: Spend the day exploring Jasper National Park. Take a boat tour on , hike to the top of , or relax in the . In the evening, go stargazing at the .
Day 6: Drive to Yoho National Park and visit the stunning . Hike to or the . In the afternoon, drive to and take a gondola ride to the top for panoramic views of the Rockies.
Day 7: Spend the day in Banff National Park, visiting attractions like or the . In the evening, take a dip in the .
Day 8: Drive to and spend the day exploring this charming mountain town. Hike to or explore the shops and restaurants in downtown .
Day 9: Take a day trip to the , where you can hike to the summit of or go horseback riding through the foothills. In the evening, return to Banff for dinner and drinks.
Day 10: Spend the day at the , an annual rodeo and festival that celebrates western culture. Enjoy live music, carnival rides, and traditional rodeo events.
Day 11: Return your rental car and depart from Calgary.
