Canada: Banff Multisport Adventure

Day 1

Welcome to one of the most beautiful places in Canada! We meet at Calgary airport (YYC) in the afternoon and shuttle to the charming mountain town of Banff, located within Banff National Park and amongst the stunning Canadian Rocky Mountains. We'll have a chance to check into our hotel before heading to our first activity - taking in awe-inspiring sights aboard an open-air, vintage-inspired vehicle while hearing the true tales of unbelievable characters who helped shape this town. We'll then head to our welcome dinner at a restaurant focused on creating locally-sourced cuisine that honors the history of Banff.

Day 2

This morning we'll have breakfast at the hotel, pack up our day packs, and head out to the Lake Louise area for a day full of gorgeous hikes. This trail takes you to fantastic vistas that made Lake Louise famous, including the pristine turquoise waters of Lake Louise and Lake Agnes, the sweeping Bow Valley, and the majestic Plain of Six Glaciers and Big Beehive. We'll take a break from our hike and enjoy a picnic lunch in a quiet spot along the trail. Once back in town, we'll have free time back at the hotel to wash up and relax before heading out for another fun dinner in town. Hiking Distance: 12 km

Day 3

After breakfast, we'll set our sights for Sunshine Meadow, known as the most stunning alpine setting in the Canadian Rockies and even happens to be a World UNESCO Heritage Site. Situated at an average elevation of 7,300 ft, the meadows straddle the Continental Divide and the boundary between Alberta and British Columbia. The unobstructed views are beyond compare as we'll be surrounded by some of the Rockies' highest peaks. Wildlife abound in the meadows and the brilliance of the wildflowers guarantees a memorable hike you won't soon forget. We will hop on a spectacular gondola ride up the mountainside where we'll then have our pick of spectacular hiking trails. Once at the top, we'll take in even more breathtaking scenery from the Standish Viewing Deck overlooking the vistas of three pristine alpine lakes; Laryx, Grizzly, and Rock Isle. After a light lunch, we'll start our hike down into the valley. Once at the bottom, we'll return to the hotel to wash up and rest before dinner. Hiking Distance: 12 km

Day 4

Today we strap on our helmets for our invigorating bike ride between Banff and the nearby town of Canmore. Our journey starts by taking us slightly downhill along a paved path that winds in and out of the forest and parallels the beautiful Bow River. We'll take our time to stop and take in the majestic beauty of our surroundings. Upon our arrival in Canmore, another charming mountain town, we make a stop for lunch on your own, after which you can choose to ride your bike back to the hotel, or take a ride in the support van. We'll reconvene for a beer tour and tasting at a local brewery and our farewell dinner. Biking Distance: 15 or 30 miles 

Day 5

On our last morning of the tour, we'll start with breakfast at the hotel and then head out for the Bow River. We can take in the inspiring mountain views one last time as we search for spectacular wildlife while paddling around in an oversized canoe! Once back on shore, we'll load up the shuttle and make our way back to Calgary to say our goodbyes and catch our flights home.