Best of the Canadian Rockies Calgary to Edmonton

An unforgettable journey awaits you

Embark on a travel experience that will stay with you forever. We offer a blend of culture, adventure, and tranquility, ensuring every moment is filled with wonder. Whether you’re seeking thrill or relaxation, we create journeys that are truly unforgettable.

The journey Begins

Day 1: Calgary, AB

Welcome to Calgary, the largest city in the western Canadian province of Alberta. While you are here to experience the bucket list adventure experience of travelling through the breath-taking Canadian Rockies, take some time to explore the award-winning architectural masterpiece of Calgary’s Public Library, walk along the scenic Bow Valley River pathways or experience the buzz of downtown Stephen Avenue with its stores and restaurants.You will meet your tour leader in the hotel lobby, where you will meet your fellow travellers and go over the pre-tour briefing. Calgary’s dining scene is incredibly diverse and absolutely the best in western Canada. Tonight, the group will enjoy a welcome dinner at the 360 restaurants in the iconic Calgary Tower.**Please Note- must arrive in the Calgary prior to 4 PM to enjoy the welcome dinner. **

Overnight: Calgary

Meals: Dinner
Day 2: Calgary – Banff

Welcome to Calgary, the largest city in the western Canadian province of Alberta. While you are here to experience the bucket list adventure experience of travelling through the breathtaking Canadian Rockies, take some time to explore the award-winning architectural masterpiece of Calgary’s Public Library, walk along the scenic Bow Valley River pathways or experience the buzz of downtown Stephen Avenue with its stores and restaurants. You will meet your tour leader in the hotel lobby, where you will also meet your fellow travellers and review the pre-tour briefing. Calgary’s dining scene is incredibly diverse and absolutely the best in western Canada. Tonight, the group will enjoy a welcome dinner at the 360 restaurants in the iconic Calgary Tower. *Please Note- must arrive in Calgary before 4 PM to enjoy the welcome dinner.

Overnight: Banff

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 3: Banff - Lake Louise

After breakfast, check out of the hotel and cross the Continental Divide to the western slopes of the Rocky Mountain range into Yoho National Park in British Columbia. The awe-inspiring Emerald Lake, filled with glacial run-off water that makes it glisten with the blue-green hue of an emerald, is also one of our stops today. We will view the Natural Bridge and enjoy a photo stop at the Spiral Tunnels. We drive back into Alberta and visit Lake Louise and Moraine Lake, two jewels of the Rockies surrounded by glistening glaciers and towering snow-capped mountain peaks. You may have seen photos of the lakes, but you will not be prepared for the experience of rounding the corner and getting your first sight of the emerald green waters and the rugged peaks as a backdrop. Late in the day, with the glowing sun dropping behind Mount Victoria, you have likely never seen anything so dramatically beautiful.

Overnight: Lake Louise

Meals: Breakfast
Day 4: Lake Louise – Jasper

Travelling through the heart of the Canadian Rockies, we drive along the famous Icefields Parkway, which has been voted one of the most spectacular drives in the world. You will see for yourself why this mountain road, boasting a unique landscape rich in history and natural beauty, is so famous. This morning, we have some free time in Banff before heading to The Crossing, one of the few stops along this spectacular highway. We take a short detour to the shores of Abraham Lake for a boxed lunch. We rejoin the parkway and later arrive at the famous Columbia Icefields, whose waters feed three oceans; we visit the Interpretive Centre, then have the experience of a lifetime - a ride on the Ice Explorer vehicle for a close look at the Athabasca Glacier. Then we will go to the skywalk and experience standing on the glass floor above the valley below. Finally, at the end of this exciting day, we see the mighty Athabasca Falls before arriving at the charming town of Jasper, our home for the next two nights.

Overnight: Jasper

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Day 5: Jasper

Originally a small railway town, Jasper's small-town charm is distinctly different from the alpine resort-style glamour of Banff. Surrounded by towering mountains, crystal-clear lakes, and abundant wildlife, Jasper Town, located within Jasper National Park, is a designated UNESCO World Heritage Site. We start the day with a ride up Whistler Mountain on the Jasper SkyTram. A full day of sightseeing follows, including a gentle walk down Maligne Canyon to see how the water has carved out spectacular crevices in the mountain. As we continue into the Valle, we will rise into the sub-alpine forests and view the expanding ranges of limestone rising out of Medicine Lake. This mysterious disappearing lake will change seasonally as the flow rates of melt waters fill and empty this basin. A scenic drive takes you to Maligne Lake, the largest natural lake in the Canadian Rocky Mountains. Here we will enjoy a leisurely 90-minute cruise ride on the lake with a stop at Spirit Island.

Overnight: Jasper

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 6: Jasper – Edmonton

After a leisurely morning in Jasper, we head east through the towns of Hinton and Edson, to Edmonton, Alberta’s capital, and a popular Canadian city to visit. Summer and fall in Edmonton are the time to explore the city’s scenic riverfront pathways, enjoy immersive experiences at the Royal Alberta Museum and the Art Gallery of Alberta, or embrace some fun (and shopping) at the famous West Edmonton Mall. There is much to do in Edmonton. Edmonton’s culinary scene is known across Canada and beyond. The evening is ours to explore at leisure.

Overnight: Edmonton

Meals: Breakfast
Day 7: Depart Edmonton

Our epic Rocky Mountain journey comes to a close this morning as we head home with memories of the stunning landscapes that we have passed through and the hospitality of the people who call this home.

Meals: Breakfast

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We accept:

Calgary Stampede Pre-Tour Packages available on request for July departure.

Applicable taxes vary depending on travel destination and are not included. Please ask your sales agent what extra taxes will be payable for your tour.

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What’s Included

Accommodation: 6 nights in comfortable 3–4 star hotels
Meals: Daily breakfast, 1 boxed lunch (Abraham Lake), 3 dinners including welcome dinner at Calgary Tower, dinner atop Sulphur Mountain (Banff Gondola), and farewell dinner in Jasper
Tour Leader: Professional and knowledgeable guide throughout the journey
Transportation: Travel by a modern, comfortable coach
Extensive touring in the Canadian Rockies as per the itinerary

What’s Not Included

5% provincial tax on top of tour base rate
Gratuities to guide (Recommend $5-$7 per person per day)
Gratuities to driver (Recommend $3-$4 per person per day)
Credit card payment fees, where applicable
Optional activities or excursions not listed
Travel insurance (highly recommended)
Airfare to/from Calgary and Edmonton
Items of a personal nature
Meals not specified in the itinerary
Airport transfers (can be added on request at additional charge)

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Tour Questions

Anderson Vacations specializes in Small Group Fully Escorted tours. If the tour is classified as a ‘Classic Tour’ up to 24 persons may join the tour although tours commonly travel with anywhere between 18 to 24 travellers. If the tour is classified as a 'Tour of Distinction’ only up to 18 persons may join the tour and many 'Tours of Distinction' travel with 12 to 18 travellers.

After dreaming about travel to an exciting destination, arranging for time off work, booking your flights the last thing you need is for your trip to be cancelled. Anderson vacation's pre-Guaranteed tours take the uncertainty away from planning your travel and give you peace of mind to book our tours. Pre-Guaranteed Tours are group tours that we have already confirmed as certain to travel on the specified date. All 'Guaranteed Tours' will travel except in the event of a natural disaster or a catastrophic event that is beyond our control. They may already have the minimum number of people booked or else are tours that are known to be popular. Only select departures of tours are 'pre-Guaranteed'.

We pride ourselves on providing “a small shared group experience.” In the event that we have fewer than ten participants on a tour we will offer a “small-group surcharge” to ensure that the tour runs as scheduled. This fee, which is up to 15% of the “land” portion of the tour, will be offered to you as an option to continue with the trip. This fee will cover the costs associated with handling a smaller group.

Our tours are suitable for all age demographics. The average age of travelers is typically 45+.

Some tours are mainly coach based and may not be physically demanding while others may require walking inclines or on rough surfaces to access interesting locations. Please check with us and your booking agent carefully and discuss your mobility restrictions before completing any tour booking to ensure this style of travel is right for you.

Yes, we do accommodate dietary restrictions (within reason) such as, food allergies, vegan, vegetarian, etc. There are many meals included on our fully escorted tours. Please inform us of any dietary restrictions at the time of booking so we can ensure there are alternative meal choices.

Booking & Flight Questions

Yes, we can assist you with airport transfers for you in most locations at a reasonable extra cost. Several tours have airport transfers already included. Please contact us for more details.

Yes, we can certainly assist with booking additional nights of hotel accommodation for you before and after your fully escorted tour. This is available upon request and subject to availability. Please inquire for further information and prices.

Each passenger may bring one large suitcase and one carry-on bag. The weight limit for baggage is 20 kilograms or about 40 pounds. Baggage handling is provided at the hotels in our tour packages but there may be places where you will be required to wheel in your bags for quicker access. Be sure to advise our reservations staff if you will be bringing additional items such as a cane, walker, or wheelchair. You may also bring one small soft-sided carry-on bag, which should easily fit into the overhead shelf of a coach. Each person is responsible for his/her own carryon luggage. Remember to check your airline baggage restrictions if you are flying, as they may differ from Anderson Vacations guidelines.

There are options for single travelers to join most tours. Solo travellers can choose to pay a Single Supplement and have their own room throughout the tour. For those willing to share with a co-traveller of the same gender, we have a Twin Share option that is offered for most tours where you share a hotel room with another same gender traveller. In this case, you will not be charged for Single Supplement.

Yes, it is possible to book triple share accommodations on select trips. Please inquire or contact us regarding this option, as prices and availability vary from tour to tour.

Yes, you can! Anderson Vacations works with many private groups and helps to customize a tour to traveller’s needs. Please contact us for more details.

For convenience, gratuities for local guides and meals that are specified in the itinerary are included in the tour price. For meals not included in your tour package please remember that it is customary to tip your server 10-20% in North America. Gratuities for your Coach Driver (where appropriate) and Tour Director are entirely at your discretion. We recommend about CDN $5.00 per person, per day, for your Driver and CDN$7.00 per person, per day for your Tour Leader.

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