Canadian Rockies Winter Adventure

Your opportunity to meet your CEO and fellow travellers, and learn more about your tour. Opt to join the group for a local meal afterwards. Don't forget to see the notice in the lobby (or ask reception) for the official time and place to meet up with the group.

Embark on a CEO-led orientation walk of Calgary. Take in the city under the presence of winter and visit various neighbourhoods and parks as you learn the lay of the land. During this time travellers will be given the opportunity to purchase warmer clothes should this be needed.

Sit back and relax as you scan the wintry scenery between Calgary and Banff. There will be a stop along the way for travellers to grab some lunch on their own.

Enjoy some time to get to know Banff with your CEO. Flanked on all sides by towering mountains, this town is alive with adventure and the winter is no different. The vibrant streets of downtown are lined with fantastic restaurants, shops, and impressive art galleries. Plus, the town is small enough that it's easy to get around by walking. See some of Banff's highlights by minibus and on foot before taking short walks to Tunnel Mountain, Bow Falls, or Vermilion Lakes.

Settle in and scan the scenery from the comfort of your private vehicle between Banff and Johnston Canyon. The drive will take around a half hour.

Hike through the dramatic winter scenery of Johnston Canyon. Not only will you see towering icicles, but you may also have the chance to observe some ice climbers adventuring at the Upper Falls which happens to be a popular ice-climbing spot. Walk along the trail, boardwalk, and narrow bridges using crampons to both Lower and Upper falls. Round trip this hike is 5km and gains 120m in elevation.

Settle in and scan the scenery from the comfort of your private vehicle between Johnston Canyon and Banff. The drive will take around a half hour.

Spend the afternoon in Banff on your own. Choose from a variety of winter-themed optional activities like going on a sleigh ride, or tubing in Norquay, or renting skates to try one of the indoor or outdoor ice skating rings, or (depending on conditions) Lake Minnewanka. Based on dates you could also potentially watch a hockey game, or attend the Snow Days Festival in January. Other activities you can choose from are a gondola ride up to Sulphur Mountain, soaking in Upper Banff Hot Springs, or a fat-tire e-bike tour around the town. After dark you can even choose to try, "Wonder of the Sky" for a gondola ride up Sulphur Mountain after sunset.

Settle in and scan the winter scenery from the comfort of your private vehicle between Banff and Lake Louise. There will be a stop at Sunshine Village along the way for a snowshoeing experience.

Meet a local guide and snowshoe on top of the world at Sunshine Meadows. Start with a gondola and chairlift ride straight up to the land above the tree line. Then put on your snowshoes and walk through the pristine alpine environment where there are no trails. It's simply miles and miles of powdery wilderness stretching out in front of you. During this half-day excursion you will have access to the beautiful winter backcountry for a mix of fun, challenge, and learning, combined with the simple joy of being outside amid nature and the fresh winter mountain air.

Winter is known as a quieter time at Lake Louise, but no less scenic. Enjoy the far less crowded gorgeous views for yourself on a guided CEO-led walk on the Fairview lookout trail. Begin southeast from the lake shore and head into the trees. 1km later you will step onto a viewing platform poised above the snowy expanse of the lake for an unforgettable view. After, take some time for a self-guided walk around the shore of the lake with the option to try some ice skating, embark on a sleigh ride, or choose to check out the impressive Ice Castle, open to the public during Ice Magic Festival.

Settle in and scan the scenery from the comfort of your private vehicle between Lake Louise and Jasper. The total drive time includes today's stops. There will be a deeper exploration of Icefield Parkway along the route.

Along today's drive the group will make a stop to Peyto Lake for a walk amid the snow-covered landscape. Then, if conditions allow, walk on Abraham Lake to check out the impressive bubbles in the ice. This natural phenomenon is caused by methane gas that becomes trapped in the ice during winer. The gas comes from the organic matter and bacteria breaking down on the lake bottom. As it rises to the surface and freezes it creates a stunning visual display.

Sit down for a delicious locally made lunch at a secluded mountain lodge nestled in the heart of pristine wilderness with views of the surrounding mountains and lake. Sit in the cozy cabin-like environment and watch the winter scenery from the window while you eat lunch together as a group.

The Icefields Parkway is also known as Alberta Highway 93. This scenic route spans 232km between Lake Louise and Jasper in the heart of the Canadian Rockies. It is renowned for its breathtaking views of ancient glaciers, snow peaked mountains, and ice covered lakes. The group will have plenty of time to enjoy the winter atmosphere with stops to the foot of the Athabasca Glacier, Tangle Falls (where you can check for ice climbers), and a short walk to Sunwapta Falls. It's the perfect way to see as much of the Canadian Rockies natural charm as possible.

Visit Maligne Lake in Jasper National Park, which is a popular destination for winter activities. Depending on conditions the group will hike or snowshoe with your CEO on the trails in the area and walk along the 3km Mary Schaeffer loop offering gorgeous winter views.

Spend a free afternoon enjoying all Jasper has to offer its winter guests. From a canyon icewalk to an introductory ice climbing demonstration, and skiing at Marmot Basin, there's plenty of optional activities for travellers to get involved in. Later in the evening if there's a clear sky, opt to take a walk with your CEO to try and catch a glimpse of the northern lights. There's also an optional experience available at the Jasper Planetarium should you want to learn more about stargazing and the aurora borealis.

Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.

Not ready to leave? Your CEO can help with travel arrangements to extend your adventure.