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Alberta Explorer

  • Calgary
  • Banff
  • Lake Louise
  • Jasper
  • Icefields Parkway
  • Edmonton
  • Drumheller
  • Waterton Lakes National Park
15 Days / 14 Nights
May - September
14 Nights from
£3,075pp

based on two adults, travelling from London Heathrow and departing October 2026. Price includes all mandatory taxes and fees.

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Trip code: 15946

Perfect for the first-time visitor, this popular itinerary showcases the very best of the Canadian Rockies, exploring Alberta’s majestic national parks of turquoise lakes, emerald forests and snow-topped mountains, as well as its captivating cities and pretty towns.

This fly drive includes:

  • Round trip scheduled flights
  • Intermediate 4 door car hire including insurances (pick up on day 3)
  • Accommodation as stated

Itinerary

Depart the UK on your scheduled flight to Calgary. Upon arrival, collect your rental car and proceed to your hotel.

Accommodation

12 Miles / 19 Kilometres

Today is free for you to explore the vibrant, cowboy city of Calgary. Enjoy the mixture of historic and modern attractions with visits to Olympic Park, home to the 1988 Winter Olympic Games and Heritage Park Historical Village.

Accommodation

79 Miles / 127 Kilometres

Today you start your epic journey into the majestic Rockies. Leave Calgary behind, witness a never ending procession of mountains, glistening lakes and jagged peaks, providing plenty of photo opportunities. Once in Banff, take the Banff Gondola for panoramic views of the Bow Valley before enjoying the great alpine village atmosphere back in town.

Accommodation

36 Miles / 58 Kilometres

A short drive today, but wonderfully scenic as you journey toward Lake Louise. Offering endless outdoor activities, this is the perfect place to enjoy the great outdoors. Surrounded by soaring mountain peaks, the majestic Victoria Glacier and a glistening emerald lake, your hotel provides an ideal base.

Accommodation

144 Miles / 232 Kilometres

Driving distance: Your journey continues through the spell-binding Rocky Mountains. En route enjoy Icefield Parkway, one of the world’s most spectacular mountainous drives. A visit to the Columbia Icefield for an Ice Explorer ride out onto the glacier is an absolute must. Jasper is a charming mountain village offering many scenic highlights. Take the tram up Whistler Mountain or perhaps take a boat out onto Maligne Lake.

Accommodation

227 Miles / 365 Kilometres

The provincial capital of Alberta, Edmonton has many attractions to keep you busy during your two night stay. It’s also a great opportunity to do some souvenir shopping as Edmonton is home to the world’s largest shopping centre, West Edmonton Mall. The many tourist attractions, vibrant culture and extensive dining options make this a great city.

Accommodation

175 Miles / 282 Kilometres

Step back in time to a prehistoric era when dinosaurs roamed the Badlands of Alberta. Drumheller is a fascinating place to visit whether you’re young or old. Spend time following the 50 kilometre Dinosaur Trail, visit the Royal Tyrell Museum of Archaeology and explore the extensive dinosaur fossil digs in this area.

Accommodation

232 Miles / 373 Kilometres

The last stop on this incredible itinerary is Waterton, Alberta, where dramatic mountain scenery meets tranquil prairie landscapes. Set within Waterton Lakes National Park, it’s the perfect place to slow the pace and soak up the surroundings, with opportunities for scenic walks, wildlife spotting, lakeside cruising, and gentle hikes that reveal sweeping views across mountains, forests, and open plains.

Accommodation: Kilmorey Lodge, Waterton Lakes

175 Miles / 282 Kilometres

Should you elect to depart today, travel from Waterton to Calgary International Airport, where you will return your rental car and check in for your flight back to the UK. If you wish to extend your adventure, you may instead choose to take the unforgettable two-day rail journey through the Rocky Mountains, ending in Vancouver, which perfectly complements the itinerary.

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