Canada: Banff, Yoho & the Canadian Rockies
6 Days
Starting From
$4,095.00
8 Days
Starting From
$4,895.00
per person, double occupancy
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Add an ExtensionCanada: Banff, Yoho & the Canadian Rockies
Exceptional alpine scenery and deep valleys filled with ancient forests, moss-draped old-growth cedars, or mountain meadows strewn with lichen-covered boulders await in Banff and Yoho National Parks. Nestled in the Rocky Mountain foothills west of Calgary lie native pastures on expansive ranches. Wildlife and breathtaking views are par for the course on this Rockies walking tour. Moose outnumber people some mornings at your wilderness lodge, and “traffic jam” just means families of bighorn sheep crossing the road. Walk along the shores of the brilliantly colored Lake Louise and Emerald Lake. North American nature doesn’t get any grander.
Highlights
- Discover Alberta’s ranchlands in the foothills of the Rockies.
- Enjoy a tour and tasting at Fallentimber Meadery.
- Join a local guide along Ghost River in an exploration of plant medicine through an Indigenous lens.
- Gaze upon the striking blue-green waters of Emerald Lake.
- Hike along the shores of the famed Lake Louise and rise early for a sunrise walk at the nearby Moraine Lake.
Positive Impact
Country Walkers is proud to support the Yellowstone to Yukon Conservation Initiative with a donation on behalf of each guest on this tour. Stretching some 2,000 miles, the Yellowstone to Yukon region is enormously diverse and inhabited with wildlife, nature, and millions of people. The Yellowstone to Yukon Conservation Initiative is the only organization dedicated to securing the ecological health of this entire region. Through their big-picture perspective they focus on local issues that have continental-scale implications. Since 1993 they have worked with over 300 partners including businesses and government and non-profit organizations on dozens of on-the-ground initiatives.
Accommodations
Linger Longer with a Tour Extension
2024 Post-Trip Extension - Banff
- One night in Banff
- Airport shuttle service for departure
- Daily breakfast
- City information
1 Night From $345
per person, double occupancy
Single Supplement: From $295
After breakfast, enjoy another day in Banff. The hotel offers complimentary Banff Roam bus passes to help you explore the town and surrounding area. You may also walk to many of its landmarks and attractions from your hotel. Browse the art collections at the Whyte Museum, ascend Sulphur Mountain in the Banff gondola for splendid views, and walk the paved 500-meter trail to view the Tunnel Mountain Hoodoos. Sip tea at the Fairmont Springs Hotel, soak in the hot springs, or wander among the shops in town. The hotel offers an indoor hot pool, sauna, fitness room, and rental bikes. This evening, you will have many options for dinner on your own.
Included Meals: Breakfast
After an included breakfast this morning, complimentary transportation is provided to Calgary International Airport depending on your departure time and shuttle bus schedule.
Included Meals: Breakfast
Fox Hotel & Suites
Was a great trip and met some wonderful people. Tried new foods and have some new favorites. The scenery was amazing and loved the fresh air. Trails were easy enough and had time to relax at the same time. A+++
Walk the Canadian Rockies - Banff & Yoho National Parks
The guides did a wonderful job with the hikes and providing knowledge and history of the areas. All of the hikes were great. In the trip description, the hikes were listed as easy to moderate, however, two of the hikes were rather steep up a mountain. The hikes were great, but if someone was not a seasoned walker/hiker, these hikes would be difficult or not possible. All the inns were great with excellent cuisine, with the exception of the Fox Hotel in Banff. The rooms were very small and not as upscale as the other inns. I would recommend this…
Walk the Canadian Rockies - Banff & Yoho National Parks
Expert Local Guides
Experience your destination like an insider with people who call it home.
Richard Berry
Originally from the UK, Richard is passionate about hiking, backpacking and photography. He has led photography and hiking tours across four continents and has lived in the Canadian Rockies for over twenty years. He frequently explores remote, off trail regions and is a member of the Association of Canadian Mountain Guides. Richard enjoys learning new stories about the Canadian Rockies and loves sharing his interest of the local flora, fauna and history with others.
Jafar Ahmed
As a guide, Jafar has lead tours across Canada for almost a decade, spending the majority of his career in the Canadian Rockies. His favourite memory is first laying eyes on these awe inspiring and powerful landscapes, and he loves revisiting that feeling with travelers from around the world. When not hiking through the Rockies, Jafar travel’s the world, actively seeking out new experiences, new people, and new cultures. Living and working in such beautiful region of the world is his greatest joy, and he can’t wait to share it with others!
Martin Callum
Beginning at a young age, Martin has lived in and traveled to many different countries. After multiple backpacking trips touring around the globe, he decided to change his career path from Engineering to Travel Guide – a true dream job for him. His motivation to explore both around the world and around Canada has never faded and he loves to share the beauty of his home country with others. He is passionate about the outdoors and is eager for wildlife encounters. Martin loves to go above and beyond to create especially memorable experiences.
Malcolm Taliano
Originally from central Canada, Malcolm Taliano has been guiding and travelling throughout Western Canada since he moved out west after completing degrees in Education and Outdoor Adventure Leadership. He is a lifelong learner and, wherever he goes, he likes to embrace the local community and culture, while sharing unique experiences with guests. To fuel his outdoor pursuits Malcolm is passionate about local cuisine-so be sure to ask for his recommendations! Vancouver Island is his favorite place to guide, and he looks forward to sharing his love of its beautiful landscapes.
Christopher Atkins
With a deep knowledge of local history and significant outdoors experience, Christopher Atkins is the ideal guide to lead visitors through Banff’s distinctive landscapes.Fluent in two languages (he grew up speaking French), he is also a proficient Spanish speaker. In his free time, Chris enjoys a number of active sports, ranging from basketball to paragliding and including, of course, hockey! He has traveled extensively around the world, from the Arctic Circle to the Andes, and is a certified open-water diver as well.
David Bazin
Despite being a true French Canadian, David Bazin’s accent might surprise you with it’s Australian twang with a bit of British and even some French! One might say that he is well traveled, but, as he likes to say : “as long as we understand each other”! The mountains are David’s first love, although his passion for wildlife is a close second. His dedication to and knowledge about the environment are true assets as he takes you to some of the most spectacular places in Canada.
Simon Fortier
Simon Fortier is always in pursuit of the next adventure and his desire to discover Canada’s natural wonders has taken him all over the country. Particularly memorable are the times he’s guided wildlife observation and multi-sport expeditions across the Canadian arctic, where he has sometimes spent more than 30 consecutive days out on the land! He has trekked, skied, rafted, kayaked, and canoed through some of the most beautiful areas his native Canada has to offer. Simon is known for having kept his childish heart with his endless energy and curiosity and it’s his desire to live great experiences that makes every trip with Simon inspiring and so much fun.