Winter Escape in the Canadian Rockies

Duration: 7 Days
Num of Experiences: 14 Experiences

Take the time to experience everything winter in Banff and Lake Louise on this 7 day adventure. Marvel at the snow covered peaks as you embark on a guided snowshoe adventure, skate on the world's most beautiful outdoor rink at Lake Louise, soar above the frozen landscape with an unforgettable heli experience and so much more.

Who's it For?

Winter Loving Couples
Adventurous Families
Friend Groups

When to Go

December - April

Trip Itinerary

Getting to Banff and Lake Louise

With plenty of transportation options to get you to and from the Banff and Lake Louise area, you can rest easy knowing you'll be able to plan a seamless journey from start to finish.

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Day 01

Start your mountain winter vacation in the beautiful Lake Louise area. Today you'll skate on Lake Louise and then you'll take in more of the views with a walk along the lakeshore trail.

A couple skating on Lake Louise in the winter in Banff National Park

Ice Skating on Lake Louise

Duration: < 1hr
Difficulty: Easy
Operating Dates: Dec - Mar

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A family hiking along the Lake Louise lakeshore trail in the winter

Walk the Lake Louise Lakeshore

Duration: 1-3 hrs
Difficulty: Easy
Operating Dates: Year Round

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Alpine Social

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Day 02

Bundle up for a day full of outdoor adventure as you explore deep powder filled valleys on a snowshoeing tour.

Guided Snowshoeing Tour

Duration: 3-6 hrs
Difficulty: Easy
Operating Dates: Dec - Apr

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Day 03

For your last day in Lake Louise, it's time to hit the slopes. Skiing or snowboarding not your thing? Try tubing for endless laughs and lots of fun.

Ski & Snowboard at The Lake Louise Ski Resort

Duration: 3-6 hrs
Difficulty: Easy
Operating Dates: Nov - May

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A kind whizzing down a snow slope in a tube at the Lake Louise Ski Resort

Tubing at the Lake Louise Ski Resort

Duration: 1-3 hrs
Operating Dates: Dec - Apr

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Day 04

Today you'll take to the skies to take in the views of the snow covered landscapes from above. Then you'll spend the afternoon exploring the town of Banff.

Heli Adventures

Duration: 1-3 hrs
Difficulty: Easy
Operating Dates: Year Round

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Shopping Banff Avenue

Duration: 1-3 hrs
Operating Dates: Year Round

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Shopping Bear Street

Duration: 1-3 hrs
Operating Dates: Year round

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Day 05

Get ready to immerse yourself in the frozen landscapes of the Banff area on an exciting guided fat bike tour.

Guided E-fat Biking Tour

Duration: 1-3 hrs
Difficulty: Moderate
Operating Dates: Nov - Apr

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Day 06

With your time in Banff coming to an end, you'll make the most of your day with a sleigh ride in the morning and a guided ice walk in the afternoon.

Sleigh Ride in Banff

Duration: 1-3 hrs
Operating Dates: Dec - Mar

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Guided Ice Walk Tour

Duration: 3-6 hrs
Difficulty: Easy
Operating Dates: Nov - Apr

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Day 07

For your last full day of the best winter vacation ever choose between adventure, relaxation or both! If you feel like a challenge take to a frozen waterfall on a guided ice climbing tour. If that's not quite your thing, spend your time relaxing in the hot springs instead.