9 day itinerary
Canadian Rockies
Itinerary
The Canadian Rockies are a stunning destination with so much to see and do. Here's an ideal itinerary for 9 days in the Canadian Rockies:
Day 1: Arrival in Calgary
Upon arrival in Calgary, you can spend the day exploring the city. Visit the for a panoramic view of the city, explore the , or take a stroll through . In the evening, enjoy a delicious dinner at one of the city's many restaurants.
Day 2: Calgary to Banff
After breakfast, drive to Banff, which is about an hour and a half away. Once you arrive, check into your hotel and spend the day exploring the town. Visit the for stunning views of the surrounding mountains, take a dip in the , or go for a hike in .
Day 3:
Spend the day exploring . Visit , one of the most photographed lakes in the world, and hike to the . You can also take a scenic drive along the and stop at the .
Day 4: Banff to Jasper
Drive from Banff to Jasper, which is about a three-hour drive. Along the way, stop at the and take a tour of the glacier. Once you arrive in Jasper, check into your hotel and spend the evening exploring the town.
Day 5:
Spend the day exploring . Visit and take a boat tour to Spirit Island, hike to the top of for stunning views, or take a dip in the .
Day 6: Jasper to
Drive from Jasper to , which is about a two-hour drive. Once you arrive, check into your hotel and spend the day exploring the area. Visit , hike to the top of the Plain of Six Glaciers, or take a stroll around .
Day 7:
Spend the day exploring . Visit , hike to the top of the , or take a scenic drive along the .
Day 8: to Canmore
Drive from to Canmore, which is about an hour away. Once you arrive, check into your hotel and spend the day exploring the town. Visit the , hike to the top of , or take a stroll along the .
Day 9: Departure
On your final day, drive back to Calgary and depart for your next destination.
I hope this itinerary helps you plan your trip to the Canadian Rockies!