An early start delivers one of the Rockies’ most iconic moments. Travel by private van to Moraine Lake in the quiet hours of morning, where first light spills across the Valley of the Ten Peaks. As the sun rises, the lake’s still surface reflects the surrounding mountains: calm, powerful, and well worth the early wake-up.

From here, we continue to Lake Louise and lace up for a rewarding alpine hike to the Plain of Six Glaciers (approximately 11km, 3 hours, 400 m elevation gain). The trail winds through forest and open slopes before opening up to sweeping views over the lake and surrounding glaciers. At the teahouse, take a well-earned pause with something warm in hand and time to soak it all in.

The afternoon is yours to shape. Paddle across Lake Louise by canoe, settle in for tea at the Fairmont Lake Louise, or simply linger by the shoreline. Public buses run regularly between Lake Louise and Banff for those who wish to stay longer before returning.

Meals: Breakfast
Overnight: Banff

Today takes you beyond the well-trodden paths and into the wide-open landscapes of Kananaskis Country. Known for its quiet valleys, expansive meadows, and dramatic mountain backdrops, this region offers a slower, more spacious feel than the national parks.

Your guide selects a scenic trail with a steady, manageable climb, leading to rewarding views over alpine lakes or along open ridgelines, proof that some of the most memorable moments happen far from the crowds.

After the hike, the day softens into something distinctly local. Depending on the season and conditions, you’ll wind down at a welcoming mountain lodge with sweeping views and refreshments, or visit a character-rich ranch for a taste of authentic Western hospitality. Either way, it’s a chance to rest tired legs, share stories, and enjoy the simple pleasure of being together after a strong day on the trail.

Travel note: Roads in this region can be narrow, winding, and occasionally rough. If you’re prone to motion sickness, we recommend taking precautions or chatting with us in advance about alternative options.

Meals: Breakfast and Lunch
Overnight: Banff

This morning, settle in for one of the Rockies’ most awe-inspiring drives as you travel north along the Icefields Parkway. Glaciers spill down from towering peaks, valleys open wide, and the scale of the landscape slowly reshapes your sense of distance and time.

Around midday, step onto the trail for a hike at Wilcox Pass (approximately 3–4 hours, 400 m elevation gain). The route climbs steadily through open alpine terrain, where wildflowers and wind-swept meadows give way to sweeping views of the Athabasca Glacier and surrounding icefields. It’s a powerful place to walk: raw, exposed, and deeply humbling. We pause at the iconic red chairs overlooking the glacier, a quiet moment to take it all in, snap a photo, or simply sit with the immensity of what you’ve just experienced.

The return journey follows the Parkway south, with carefully chosen stops for dramatic viewpoints, lesser-known pullouts, and wildlife sightings when luck is on our side, including a stop at Peyto Lake to admire its unmistakable turquoise colour from above.

Throughout the day, your guide brings the landscape to life with insight into the region’s geology, wildlife, and glacial history, adding depth to every view.

Meals: Breakfast and Packed Lunch
Overnight: Banff

Today is a fitting finale, pairing open alpine landscapes with time to reflect on the week behind you. Accessed by gondola and chairlift, Sunshine Meadows delivers a high-alpine experience without the grind of a long ascent. Spend 3–4 hours wandering through rolling meadows, past clear mountain lakes, and along wide trails that open onto panoramic views in every direction. This is a day for steady movement, deep breaths, and lingering longer when a view demands it.

By afternoon, return to Banff with tired legs and full hearts. The evening brings a farewell dinner, a chance to celebrate the miles covered, the moments shared, and the quiet confidence that comes from moving through wild places together. Stories are exchanged, laughter comes easily, and the group dynamic that formed on the trail finds its natural close.

Meals: Breakfast & Dinner

Overnight: Banff

We bid farewell to new friends and this beautiful park. See you next time!

Meals: Breakfast