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Experience the Awe of Banff and Lake Louise

Step into a winter that feels straight from a dream, where snowflakes dance through mountain air and frozen lakes sparkle under starry night skies. In Banff and Lake Louise, winter isn’t just a season, it’s a story waiting to unfold. Glide through fresh powder, wander frozen canyons, or pause beneath a sky full of stars. Here, every moment invites you to feel something deeper, to see the world with fresh eyes, and to rediscover the wonder that only winter can bring.

5 Days in Banff and Lake Louise

Experience five unforgettable days inspired by the magic of winter. Bring your Wonders Await story to life with cozy stays, scenic gondola rides, the thrill of dog sledding, skiing through soft, powdery snow and so much more. It’s a journey through iconic landscapes and quiet, awe-filled moments, perfectly crafted to help you see winter differently.

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Things to Do

A mother and child enjoying the a ride on the Banff Gondola on the way to the top of Sulphur MouintainA mother and child enjoying the a ride on the Banff Gondola on the way to the top of Sulphur Mouintain
Sightseeing
Two people skating on the ice rink on Lake Louise with the Victoria Glacier in the backgroundTwo people skating on the ice rink on Lake Louise with the Victoria Glacier in the background
Ice Skating
A person on a helicopter tour over the Canadian RockiesA person on a helicopter tour over the Canadian Rockies
Tours & Rentals
A group of people on a fat biking tour through Banff National Park with BikescapeA group of people on a fat biking tour through Banff National Park with Bikescape
Fat Biking
A dogsledding tour through a valley in KananaskisA dogsledding tour through a valley in Kananaskis
Sleigh Rides & Dog Sledding
Two People at Sunshine Village Ski Resort in Banff National ParkTwo People at Sunshine Village Ski Resort in Banff National Park
Ski & Snowboard
Tubing at the Mt. Norquay Ski ResortTubing at the Mt. Norquay Ski Resort
Tubing
Group of people snowshoeing in the winter in Banff National ParkGroup of people snowshoeing in the winter in Banff National Park
Winter Hiking & Snowshoeing

Places to Stay

A couple enjoying a stay at a quaint mountain cabin in Banff National Park.A couple enjoying a stay at a quaint mountain cabin in Banff National Park.
Cabins
Banff Aspen LodgeBanff Aspen Lodge
Hotels
Bed & BreakfastsBed & Breakfasts
Bed & Breakfasts
Exterior of the HI Banff Alpine Centre with Mount Rundle in the backgroundExterior of the HI Banff Alpine Centre with Mount Rundle in the background
Basic & Hostels
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Where is Banff and Lake Louise

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Distances to Banff

Distance Units
Lake Louise:
35miles / 45min drive
Calgary:
81miles / 1.5hrs drive
Jasper:
180miles / 3.5hrs drive
Edmonton:
261miles / 4.5hrs drive
Vancouver:
528miles / 10hrs drive
A family warming up by the fire after a winter adventure in Banff National ParkA family warming up by the fire after a winter adventure in Banff National ParkA family warming up by the fire after a winter adventure in Banff National Park

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5 Magical Things to Do in Winter in Banff and Lake Louise

Five things to do to have a magical visit to Banff National Park this winter.

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