Banff, Lake Louise & Jasper Holidays

Alberta's most famous national parks – Banff and Jasper – are Western Canada just as you have imagined it. There are those epic mountain views, glistening melt-water lakes in the shadow of serrated peaks, and the roaming wildlife species which call these rugged landscapes home. Visit the breathtaking Lake Louise and enjoy a traditional afternoon tea at the Rockies' most recognisable hotel, the Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise; take a canoe out on to Moraine Lake; or drive along the Icefields Parkway – one of the world's most scenic roads.

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Banff, Lake Louise & Jasper Hotels

Our recommendations for the best places to stay in Banff, Lake Louise & Jasper

The Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise

As far as scenic locations go, it doesn’t get much better than on the shores of the world-famous...

The Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel

Like a fairytale palace rising from the mountain’s edge, Fairmont Banff Springs combines the rugg...

Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge

Immersed in the beauty of Jasper National Park, Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge is a 700-acre resort....

Moose Hotel & Suites, Banff

A centrally located lodge style hotel with a modern, neutral and comfortable design.

Pyramid Resort, Jasper

A tranquil lodge just to the north of Jasper town.

Mount Royal Hotel

Mount Royal Hotel pairs its can’t-beat-it location on Banff Avenue with oodles of charm. It’s a c...

The Rimrock Resort

The luxe Rimrock Resort Hotel sits right by Sulphur Mountain, close to the steaming Upper Hot Spr...

Lake Louise Inn

Lake Louise Inn is a laid-back option for adventurers. You can ski, hike, or canoe through pristi...

The Crimson Jasper

The Crimson is a warm and inviting base for adventure-seekers looking for a straightforward spot...

Chateau Jasper

Jasper is the kind of place you’ll want to spend the entire time roaming outdoors. So easing up o...

Marmot Lodge

Marmot Lodge is convenient, motel-style accommodation in a central position in Jasper. There’s ev...

Holidays in Banff, Lake Louise & Jasper

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  • Banff, Lake Louise & Jasper
  • 5 Star

As far as scenic locations go, it doesn’t get much better than on the shores of the world-famous Lake Louise. Scenery aside, Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise brings its own charms to the table: grand décor, a host of great restaurants, and a rejuvenating spa.

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  • Banff, Lake Louise & Jasper
  • 5 Star

Like a fairytale palace rising from the mountain’s edge, Fairmont Banff Springs combines the rugged beauty of the Rockies with the grandeur of a Scottish castle. It features a huge spa, two pools, a golf course, and a fabulous range of restaurants.

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  • Banff, Lake Louise & Jasper
  • 4.5 Star

Immersed in the beauty of Jasper National Park, Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge is a 700-acre resort. It’s the ideal jumping-off point for outdoor activities and boasts the best golf course in Canada, a relaxing spa, cosy accommodations, and outstanding views.

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  • Banff, Lake Louise & Jasper
  • 4 Star

A centrally located lodge style hotel with a modern, neutral and comfortable design.

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  • Banff, Lake Louise & Jasper
  • 3 Star

A tranquil lodge just to the north of Jasper town.

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  • Banff, Lake Louise & Jasper
  • 3.5 Star

Mount Royal Hotel pairs its can’t-beat-it location on Banff Avenue with oodles of charm. It’s a comfy place to rest your head and chat over rooftop cocktails in between hitting the trails or slopes.

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  • Banff, Lake Louise & Jasper
  • 4.5 Star

The luxe Rimrock Resort Hotel sits right by Sulphur Mountain, close to the steaming Upper Hot Springs and Banff Gondola. Sophisticated restaurants and lounges, sumptuous suites, and views of the Canadian Rockies make it one of Banff’s best places to stay.

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  • Banff, Lake Louise & Jasper
  • 3 Star

Lake Louise Inn is a laid-back option for adventurers. You can ski, hike, or canoe through pristine scenery before heading back for a swim at the hotel pool or dinner at one of the restaurants.

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  • Banff, Lake Louise & Jasper
  • 3.5 Star

The Crimson is a warm and inviting base for adventure-seekers looking for a straightforward spot to rest their head. Suites with kitchens are practical for extended stays, and there’s the bonus of an indoor pool and hot tub.

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  • Banff, Lake Louise & Jasper
  • 3.5 Star

Jasper is the kind of place you’ll want to spend the entire time roaming outdoors. So easing up on the luxe factor of your hotel might seem like a no-brainer to save a few quid. Step forward, Chateau Jasper: basic but brilliant.

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Sundog - Banff or Lake Louise to Jasper Tour

Follow the towering spine of the Canadian Rockies as you travel through two spectacular national parks. Depart from Banff or Lake Louise and travel northwards along the scenic Icefields Parkway. Enjoy a number of photo stops such as Athabasca Falls, Bow Lake and Crowfoot Glacier along the way. From the Columbia Icefield Glacier Discovery Centre you'll head out on to the Athabasca Glacier in a Ice Explorer snow coach. Continue on to the cliff-edge walkway - The Glacier Skywalk - and enjoy the views over the Sunwapta Canyon. The journey continues north to the town of Jasper where the tour ends.

• Departs daily from Lake Louise and Banff hotels
• Operates from 4 May to 14 October
• Group experience

Good to know
If weather conditions or closures cause a change to the itinerary, alternative stops will be arranged where possible. A picnic lunch is included and you will need to contact Sundog directly 48 hours in advcance of your trip.

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Columbia Icefield Discovery Sightseeing Tour

Discover Canada's most scenic mountain roadway, the Icefield's Parkway, featuring over one hundred visible glaciers, turquoise lakes and rushing waterfalls. Venture onto the surface of the Athabasca Glacier in a specially designated Ice Explorer for a spectacular Ice Age adventure. Experience Jasper National Park's Glacier Skywalk as you step out onto a glass-floored observation platform extending 30 metres out over the Sunwapta Valley.

• Departs daily from the Columbia Icefield Discovery Centre • Operates 4 May to 14 October • Group experience

Good to know
You will need to make your own way to the Columbia Icefield Discovery Centre.

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Mountains Lakes & Waterfalls from Banff or Lake Louise

Take a journey deep into the Rocky Mountains, seeking out glacier and snow-fed lakes backed by towering peaks. You'll visit Banff and Yoho National Parks and stop off at Lake Louise (except if you have booked the tour to start from here), Moraine Lake*, the Valley of the Ten Peaks and Takakkaw Falls**. As well as a barbecue lunch on the edge of Emerald Lake, you'll visit a view point that overlooks the Spiral Tunnels - an epic feat of engineering; see if you can follow the train tracks (or even a train if the timing is right) as they twist and turn and sporadically disappear into the mountain.

• Daily departures
• Operates from 4 May to 14 October
• Group experience

Good to know
*The road to Moraine Lake opens in late May (depending on snow conditions) and **the road to Takkakaw Falls opens in mid-June (depending on snow conditions). Alternative stops will be used before this date. Potential visits include Johnston Canyon, Marble Canyon, Field Visitor Centre, and Natural Rock Bridge. The itinerary will be at the driver's discretion on the day.

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Sundog - Jasper to Banff Tour

This one way trip between Jasper and Banff (or Lake Louise) has got to be one of the world's most spectacular transfers. Set off southwards along the Icefields Parkway, taking in the serrated peaks of the Rockies as you go. One of the first stops will be Athabasca Falls where water cascades into a winding, narrow gorge. Continue on to the Columbia Icefield Discovery Centre, the base for your trip out on to the vast Athabasca Glacier in the all-terrain Glacier Explorer vehicle, and visit the Glacier Skywalk. Additional stops en route to Banff or Lake Louise include Crowfoot Glacier, Bow Lake and the Weeping Wall.

• Departs daily
• Operates 4 May to 14 October
• Group experience

Good to know
If weather conditions or closures cause a change to the itinerary, alternative stops will be arranged where possible. A picnic lunch is included and you will need to contact Sundog directly 48 hours in advcance of your trip.

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Jasper Planetarium & Telescope Combo

Jasper National Park is the world's largest Dark Sky Preserve meaning that on clear nights, it is one of the best places to view the stars, planets, galaxies and any passing satellites. On this evening adventure, head to the town's planetarium where you'll learn about the universe and hear tales of indigenous Canadian constellations and the aurora borealis in the 40-seat dome theatre. It's then time to head outdoors to witness the night sky in more detail as you watch instant live footage captured through one of the most powerful telescopes in the Rockies (live viewing is dependent on weather conditions; be sure to dress warmly).

• Times and departure days are different depending on the time of year; please call for details
• Operates year-round
• Group experience

Good to know
Clear skies for live telescope viewing cannot be guaranteed.

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Discover Banff & its Wildlife & Banff Gondola

Discover the town of Banff and its unspoiled natural surroundings. Tour highlights include Bow Falls, the hoodoos that are curiously shaped by centuries of erosion, Surprise Corner, Tunnel Mountain Drive overlooking the beautiful scenery of the Bow River Valley, and the magnificent Lake Minnewanka and Two Jack Lake. Also included are tickets for the Banff Gondola, check-in assistance and return transportation to your hotel. Maple cookies and refreshments are provided.

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Discover Banff Private Sightseeing Tour

Book a private sightseeing tour of Banff National Park in the company of a knowledgeable and passionate guide. Head to Tunnel Mountain Drive which overlooks the beautiful scenery of the Bow River Valley, and then continue on to the Lake Minnewanka Loop which takes in the magnificent and the lesser visited Two Jack Lake.

• Departs daily
• Private tour

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Get to know Banff, Lake Louise & Jasper and those important practicalities when planning your perfect holiday.

Capital
TIME DIFFERENCE

GMT -7 hours

CURRENCY

Canadian dollar

FLYING TIME TO DESTINATION

8¾ hours (Calgary)

RELIGION

Majority Christianity

LANGUAGE

English and French are the official languages in Canada

National parks
Entrance fees for Canada’s national parks (operated by Parks Canada) are approximately CA$10.50 per adult per day and not are included in the price of your holiday. In many parks, admission for children 17 years and under is free. If you’re planning on visiting a national park on seven or more days, it may be worth purchasing a Discovery Pass which allows unlimited admission at over 80 Parks Canada places. For more information, see the Parks Canada website or information centres when in destination.

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Banff town
This bustling resort town is a charming base from which to explore. Hiking trails lead out from the town, and the Bow River is ideal for canoeing. Banff National Park is simply beautiful; ride to the top of Sulphur Mountain on the Banff Gondola to soak up panoramic views of the valley below, or hike one of the glorious alpine trails. Hope to spot caribou, elk, coyote, wolves, and black and grizzly bears. From November to May, the park’s mountainous terrain and dry powder is popular with skiers and snowboarders of all levels.

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Canmore
Not far from the southern boundary of Banff National Park, along the Trans-Canadian Highway, is the town of Canmore, once a mining town and today an ever-growing tourist destination that's an alternative to the much more crowded township of Banff. The mountain backdrop is similar to that of it's more famous neighbour, with Rocky Mountains framing the town; the most recognisable of these are the triple peaks of the Three Sisters.

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Lake Louise
In the middle of Banff National Park, Lake Louise is one of the Canadian Rockies’ most beloved destinations and probably the most photographed. Here turquoise waters sparkle underneath the towering Victoria Glacier. Enjoy hiking and horse riding on the lake shore, or take a boat out onto the water in the summer. The village itself is tranquil and picturesque, with restaurants and a number of hotels. Also visit nearby Moraine Lake, surrounded by the dramatic Valley of the Ten Peaks.

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Icefields Parkway
The drive from Lake Louise to Jasper takes you along the spectacular Icefields Parkway. Witness amazing mountain vistas, towering jagged peaks and beautiful lakes, and stop at the dramatic Columbia Icefields en route. The town of Jasper itself is an authentic mountain community, gateway to serene Jasper National Park. Natural attractions include Maligne Canyon, the breathtaking Maligne Lake and the Athabasca and Sunwapta Falls. Take the Jasper Tramway up to Whistlers Peak, for far-reaching views.

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