What do you get when you combine ancient glaciers, a legendary icefield, and all the wonders beneath the snow-capped Canadian peaks? One of the coolest vacations there is! This nine-day tour through the Canadian Rockies and Montana’s Glacier National Park is an adventure filled with wild history, wild scenery, wildlife, and wild rides. Aboard a famous vintage Red Jammer, a massive ice explorer, a glass-walled boat you’ll relish the best views of big skies, bighorn sheep, and even bigger bears. From rugged gold rush territory to the sparkling turquoise waters of Banff and Jasper National Parks
Tour Itinerary
Day 1
ARRIVE IN CALGARY, ALBERTA
Welcome to Calgary! At 6 pm, meet your Tour Director and travel companions for a welcome drink.
Day 2
CALGARY–HEAD-SMASHED-IN BUFFALO JUMP–WATERTON LAKES NATIONAL PARK
Native Traditions Before departing Calgary, enjoy an orientation tour of the city’s highlights. Travel south along the Macleod Trail. Tour Head-Smashed-In Buffalo Jump, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, with a local First Nation’s guide. Then on to scenic Waterton Lakes National Park with a photo stop at Cameron Falls. (B,D) TOUR HIGHLIGHT CULTURE & TRADITION Discover the longtime relationship between the First Nations culture and the vast herds of American bison that roamed the plains of southwest Alberta. See the remains of marked trails and an ancient burial mound where vast quantities of buffa
Day 3
WATERTON LAKES NATIONAL PARK–GLACIER NATIONAL PARK, MONTANA–GOING-TO-THE-SUN ROAD–WHITEFISH, MONTANA
Peak Perfection Enter Montana through Waterton-Glacier International Peace Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and behold the awesome snow-capped peaks of Glacier National Park. Next, enjoy lunch at a local restaurant featuring a made-from-scratch piece of [LOCAL FAVORITE] huckleberry pie or ice cream tasting. Take a scenic ride on the Red Jammer Bus on spectacular Going-to-the-Sun Road. (B,L) LOCAL FAVORITE THE SWEET LIFE Each summer and fall, the aptly named Huckleberry Mountain bursts forth with a purple bounty of berries for which it is named. These Huckleberries are a favorite of bears wh
Day 4
WHITEFISH–CRANSTON, BRITISH COLUMBIA–KOOTENAY NATIONAL PARK–BANFF, ALBERTA
Life in the Wild West Re-enter Canada this morning, with a stop at the Ktunaxa Interpretive Centre in British Columbia to learn of the history and culture of the Ktunaxa Nation of British Columbia, before crossing into Alberta. Drive through the steep red cliffs of Sinclair Canyon and Kootenay National Park before entering Banff National Park, the heart of the Canadian Rockies. The evening is free to enjoy the village’s shops, galleries, and restaurants. (B) TOUR HIGHLIGHT PICTURE PERFECT Get ready for a spectacular adventure to explore the beauty of Rocky Mountain peaks, turquoise glacial lak
What's Included
Meals
Breakfast daily, 1 Lunch, 3 Dinner
Hotels
Calgary
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Delta Calgary Downtown
Superior First-Class
Calgary,
Canada
209-4th Avenue S.E.
Free WiFi
This elegant hotel is ideally located in beautiful Calgary and is minutes away from the Convention Center and entertainment. The hotel features an ATM, currency exchange, room service, indoor pool, fitness center, the popular Elements Bistro restaurant, and 398 well-appointed guestrooms.
Waterton Lakes Park
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Bayshore Inn
First-Class
Waterton Lakes Park,
Canada
111 Waterton Avenue
Free WiFi
Enjoy the beauty of the Canadian Rockies at the Bayshore Inn. Guests are welcome to explore hiking trails, golf, and spend time in the relaxing spa. Rooms at the Bayshore are spacious, comfortable, and have private balconies.
Whitefish
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Grouse Mountain Lodge
Superior First-Class
Whitefish,
United States
2 Fairway Drive
Free WiFi
The Grouse Mountain Lodge located in gorgeous Whitefish Montana is a relaxing getaway with plenty of things to do. The hotel features spa services, 2 spa tubs, tennis courts, sauna, fitness facility, and indoor pool. The guestrooms have all the comforts of home including bathrobes. Guests are also welcome to enjoy libations and snacks in their restaurant or bar.
Banff
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Banff Caribou Lodge & Spa
First-Class
Banff,
Canada
521 Banff Avenue
Free WiFi
Located in Banff National Park, the Banff Caribou Lodge features 184 cozy mountain-style guestrooms, steakhouse restaurant, and a full service spa. Surrounded by mountains, the hotel is ideally located on Banff Avenue just a short walk away from downtown Banff.
Banff
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Mount Royal Hotel
First-Class
Banff,
Canada
138 Banff Avenue
Free WiFi
Situated on the iconic Banff Avenue surrounded by top restaurants, shops, and nightlife, Mount Royal Hotel offers a mountain-chic style that blends heritage mountain influence with a thoroughly modern interior design. The hotel features a full service restaurant, rooftop hot tub and lounge, general store, library, and lobby museum.
Jasper
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Chateau Jasper
First-Class
Jasper,
Canada
96 Geikie Street Jasper
Free WiFi
The Chateau Jasper offers an excellent variety of accommodations and facilities. This conveniently located hotel offers 119 fully air-conditioned guestrooms and suites, pleasantly furnished with mountain decor in mind.
Itinerary Dates & Prices
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Jun 16, 2025
End Date
Jun 24, 2025
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$4,341
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Jul 19, 2025
End Date
Jul 27, 2025
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$4,069
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Jul 26, 2025
End Date
Aug 03, 2025
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$3,812
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Aug 04, 2025
End Date
Aug 12, 2025
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$4,069
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Aug 16, 2025
End Date
Aug 24, 2025
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$4,069
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Aug 18, 2025
End Date
Aug 26, 2025
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$4,069
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