Holiday Overview
Embark on a magical 7-day Canada Winter experience through the breathtaking province of Alberta. Discover the charm of the Canadian Rockies in winter, where snow-covered peaks and frozen lakes create a true winter wonderland. Enjoy an exciting range of winter activities including snowshoeing, horse-drawn sleigh rides, and the unforgettable Maligne Valley Icewalk.
Explore the picturesque mountain towns of Jasper, Lake Louise, and Banff, each offering its own unique blend of natural beauty and alpine adventure. Whether you want to relax in cosy lodges surrounded by stunning views or add extra days to enjoy even more winter tours and experiences, this itinerary can be tailored to your perfect Canadian Winter escape.
Alberta Winter Delights includes:
- Return UK flights
- 6 Nights Hotel Accommodation
- All transfers
- Snowshoeing to Paint Pots
- Canyon Icewalk in Jasper
- Sleigh ride at Lake Louise
Day 1 - Calgary to Banff
Arrive into Calgary Airport, after collecting your bags meet with your coach transfer to your Banff hotel.
Featured accommodation
The Moose Hotel and Suites Banff
Enhance your experience
The Fairmont Banff Springs
Day 2 - Snowshoeing to Paint Pots
Duration: 4 hours
Snowshoe on an easy trail along a bridge across the frozen Vermilion River and and along the snowy path winding through a forest of pine trees to the Paint Pots, a cultural treasure within the National Park. Learn about the history of the fur trade as you explore the fascinating Paint Pots, which are mineral deposits once used by First Nations people for rock painting. Along the way you will hear stories of Banff's indigenous people, explorers and fur traders who lived in and traveled through the Rockies. After this crisp winter walk, enjoy a uniquely Canadian treat: hot maple taffy poured into snow to make a sweet frozen dessert. Plus try a crazy carpet slide down the hill while it's being made - kids and adults alike love this part of the tour! This is an excellent trip for beginners as it covers a mainly flat terrain with minimal elevation gain, and also suits anyone wanting a pleasant activity outdoors in the majesty of Kootenay National Park.
Your tour includes: - Light snack & refreshment - Snowshoes & hiking poles - Hands on interpretive tools - Professional certified guide
Featured accommodation
The Moose Hotel and Suites Banff
Enhance your experience
The Fairmont Banff Springs
Day 3 - Banff to Jasper
Travel north along the Icefields Parkway to Jasper today. Massive snow covered mountains, frozen waterfalls and broad-reaching valleys will be the highlight the spectacular drive through glacier country.
Featured accommodation
Forest Park Hotel
Enhance your experience
Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge
Day 4 - Maligne Valley & Pleckaitis Canyon Icewalk
Explore the stunning landscapes of Jasper National Park on the Maligne Valley & Pleckaitis Icewalk. This guided winter adventure combines scenic stops at iconic locations like Medicine Lake with a unique icewalk experience in the untouched Pleckaitis Canyon. Learn about wildfire ecology, geology, and the park's rich history as you journey through breathtaking terrain. With all equipment provided and round-trip transportation from Jasper, this guided icewalk is a seamless and unforgettable way to explore the wonders of Jasper in winter.
Featured accommodation
Forest Park Hotel
Enhance your experience
Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge
Day 5 - Jasper to Lake Louise
Today, travel southward via the spectacular Icefield Parkway to Lake Louise. This evening, enjoy a wonderful 40-minute sleigh ride beside the lake.
Featured accommodation
Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise
Day 6 - Explore Lake Louise
Lake Louise is the most famous glacial lake in the Canadian Rockies and one of the most beautiful in the Western Hemisphere. The lake, named for Princess Louise Caroline Alberta, daughter of Queen Victoria, is 1730 metres above sea level. Spend the day exploring Lake Louise.
Featured accommodation
Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise
Day 7 - Lake Louise to Calgary
Depart Lake Louise, following the Trans-Canada Highway from the Rocky Mountains to the Great central Plains that roll east for 2000 kms and extend as far south as Mexico. This is "cattle ranching country" and Canada's breadbasket. Arrive at Calgary airport in time for your return flight to the UK
The Moose Hotel and Suites, Banff
The design of the Moose is Mountain elegance with warm, rich, natural materials. Located a 1 minute walk from the heart of downtown Banff, the Moose Hotel & Suites features 174 air conditioned guests rooms, with a combination of One and Two Bedroom Suites and hotel rooms.
The Fairmont Banff Springs
The Fairmont Banff Springs hotel in Alberta, Canada is one of the world`s leading luxury hotels set in its own extensive grounds. This resort, built in 1888, is styled after a Scottish Baronial castle and is a National Historic Site. Located in Banff National Park, the Banff Springs hotel boasts stunning views, exceptional regional cuisine and impeccable service offering an unforgettable retreat.
Forest Park Hotel
Offering cosy accommodations, eclectic dining, extensive resort style facilities, and a wide variety of exciting adventure and relaxation packages, The Forest Park Hotel is the hotel of choice when visiting the beautiful Jasper National Park. Located at the east end of the town`s main street, this resort style property can accommodate all of your needs.
Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge
Located on the shores of Beauvert Lake in the magnificent Canadian Rockies in a UNESCO World Heritage Site, The Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge resort invites you to experience the unique accommodations and Luxury Signature Cabins, sure to evoke memories of this Jasper Lodge that will last a lifetime.
Image Gallery
Fairmont Lake Louise in Winter
Fairmont Banff Springs Balcony
Banff, Johnston Canyon, ice walk
Lake Louise Ice Sculptures
Jasper
Mount Norquay
Bow River
Maligne Canyon Icewalk
Snowshoeing
Lake Louise
Snowshoe
Snowshoeing Maligne Canyon, Jasper
Alternative Holidays That May Interest You
Below you will find a small selection of 2026, 2027 holidays that may interest you. Remember, we tailor-make each holiday to your exact needs, so please call us on 0800 270 0069 and let one of our Holiday experts design the perfect trip for you
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