Emerald Routes Canada
Travellers viewing glacial ice at the Columbia Icefield in the Canadian Rockies

8 days · 7 nights · Private journey

The Grand Traverse

A deeper journey through Kananaskis, Banff, Yoho and Jasper, with the Icefields Parkway given the time it deserves.

The journey

Day by day, with room to breathe.

  1. DAY 1

    Arrival and Kananaskis

    Airport pickup and an easing-in day through Kananaskis Country before the mountains proper.

  2. DAY 2

    Into Banff

    Transfer into Banff with stops at Canmore viewpoints along the way.

  3. DAY 3

    Lake Louise and Moraine Lake

    A full day at Banff's two signature lakes.

  4. DAY 4

    Yoho National Park

    Emerald Lake, the Natural Bridge, and Takakkaw Falls.

  5. DAY 5

    Icefields Parkway to Jasper

    One of the world's great scenic drives, with a scenic stop at the Columbia Icefield. Any guided glacier or Ice Explorer experience is optional, separately operated, subject to availability and not included in the package.

  6. DAY 6

    Jasper National Park

    Maligne Lake, the Jasper SkyTram, and wildlife viewing through the Athabasca Valley.

  7. DAY 7

    The Icefields Parkway, unhurried

    Return south with time for glacier viewpoints, waterfalls and the scenic stops that are easy to miss on a one-way transfer.

  8. DAY 8

    Return to Calgary and departure

    A relaxed Canmore or Calgary morning followed by a private transfer to Calgary International Airport.

Routes are refined around season, road conditions, confirmed access and your arrival or departure times.