Winter Views and Colourful Hues

Overview

Yellowknife is one of the best places in the world to view the aurora borealis, also known as the Northern Lights. Aurora Village is a place for visitors to experience the magic and wonder of the North. Commence your package in Yellowknife with Aurora viewing in Teepee Village and watch in comfort as the brilliantly beautiful Aurora dance across the northern sky. While in Yellowknife, you will also experience a thrilling dogsledding ride on a traditional sled for an exciting journey through the wooded trails surrounding Aurora Village.

Fly from Yellowknife to Edmonton, where you will spend one night in the vibrant urban centre in the heart of the wilderness. You will then travel west towards the mountain resort town of Jasper. Spending three nights in Jasper taking in a magical ice walk through Maligne Canyon in Jasper and an afternoon wildlife discovery tour. Head on down the Icefields Parkway to Lake Louise, where you will spend a night soaking up the serenity of the winter landscape from the iconic Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise. Enjoy a sleigh ride in Lake Louise before continuing to the town at the heart of the Canadian Rockies, Banff.

Spend four nights in the alpine town of Banff, where there is a wealth of winter activities to explore! Keep your eyes peeled for deer, elk, and bighorn sheep on a morning tour of Banff, enjoy an afternoon showshoe to Paint Pots and take part in an unforgettable experience on an ice walk to Johnston Canyon.

After spending time in Banff and exploring all that the winter wonderland has to offer, you travel on to Calgary where your journey ends.

Inclusions

4 nights in Yellowknife at The Explorer Hotel

1 night in Edmonton at the Sandman Signature

3 nights in Jasper at The Crimson Jasper Hotel

1 night in Lake Louise at the Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise

4 nights in Banff at The Mount Royal Hotel

Economy Class flight between Yellowknife and Edmonton

Arrival and departure transfers in Yellowknife

All transfers to and from Aurora Village

Scheduled Coach from Edmonton to Jasper

Scheduled Coach from Jasper to Lake Louise

Scheduled Coach from Lake Louise to Banff

Scheduled Coach from Banff to Calgary Airport

Nightly Aurora viewing at Aurora Village

Dog Sledding in Yellowknife

Discover Jasper and its wildlife tour

Maligne Canyon Icewalk Tour in Jasper

Sleigh Ride in Lake Louise

Discover Banff & its Wildlife with Gondola Tour

Snowshoeing Tour to the Paint Pots

Johnston Canyon Icewalk

Winter clothing rental in Yellowknife

Itinerary

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Day 1 Yellowknife

Arrive at Yellowknife Airport and transfer to your hotel. After getting settled and fitted into your winter weather clothes , depart with your guide to Aurora Village for your first evening of Aurora viewing! Warm up in a picturesque teepee glowing in the night, wood fire stove burning and choose from a delicious selection of hot beverages. Situated around the village on high ground and away from the lights of the city, the view of the Aurora is unsurpassed. Restaurant services are also available at Aurora Village. After your viewing, you are transferred back to your Yellowknife hotel.

Overnight in Yellowknife at The Explorer Hotel

Aurora Village Yellowknife | Credit: Destination Canada

Day 2 - 3 Yellowknife

Begin your northern adventure! Embark on an exciting dog sledding ride through the wooded trails surrounding Aurora Village. Spend the afternoon at Aurora Village enjoying the most popular daytime activity. Your dog team ride will take you on a traditional sled for an exciting ride through the wooded trails surrounding Aurora Village. Then enjoy the Teepee Village by day. You will find another impression of Aurora Village, different from night ambience.

Overnight in Yellowknife at The Explorer Hotel

Sled Dog | Credit: Northwest Territories Tourism

Day 4 Yellowknife

Enjoy a free day at leisure in Yellowknife.

Overnight in Yellowknife at The Explorer Hotel

Credit: Jesus Martinez / Northwest Territories Tourism

Day 5 Yellowknife Edmonton

Today you will be transferred to the airport for your early morning flight to Edmonton. Edmonton, the capital city of Alberta, a bustling city full of attractions for the whole family. It boasts a dynamic arts and culture scene, and lives up to its title as the “Festival City”. Spend an afternoon at leisure.

Overnight in Edmonton at The Sandman Signature Downtown Hotel

Edmonton | Credit: Sameer Ahmed / Travel Alberta

Day 6 Edmonton Jasper

Today you will take a scheduled coach transfer from Edmonton downtown to Jasper. Enjoy this spectacular drive through glacier country, which features massive snow-covered mountains, frozen waterfalls, and broad-reaching valleys.

Overnight in Jasper at The Crimson Jasper Hotel

Credit: Tourism Jasper

Day 7 Jasper

Admire diverse animal life in the Canadian wilderness on this 3.5-hour wildlife discovery tour from Jasper. Delve into Jasper National Park with your guide. Travel through the mighty Athabasca Valley and marvel at the park's beautiful landscapes. Seek out timid native wildlife such as coyotes, deer, elk, big-horned sheep, moose, mountain goats and wolves. Learn of the steps taken to ensure their safety and survival in the park, and gain insight into the region's rich ecology, history and geology. In the afternoon, stroll through the Jasper town site at leisure.

Overnight in Jasper at The Crimson Jasper Hotel

Jasper Townsite

Day 8 Jasper

Experience the wonders of Maligne Canyon from the ground up! The canyon has withstood 10,000 years of erosion and has created a 50 metre gorge. On a mostly downhill route, encounter frozen waterfalls, ice caves, and discover the mystery of the disappearing Medicine Lake. All necessary equipment is included on this small-group tour.

Overnight in Jasper at The Crimson Jasper Hotel

Maligne Canyon Icewalk

Day 9 Jasper Lake Louise

Travel along the spine of the Rockies and discover Canada's most scenic mountain roadway "The Icefields Parkway". This spectacular drive through glacier country features massive snow-covered mountains, frozen waterfalls and broad-reaching valleys.

In the afternoon, enjoy a sleigh ride along the shore of beautiful Lake Louise, towards the majestic Victoria Glacier and relive the experience of the original visitors to Lake Louise. On a traditionally styled sleigh, featuring cozy upholstered seats and blankets to keep you warm and comfortable.

Overnight in Lake Louise at The Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise

Sleigh Ride Lake Louise | Credit: Paul Zizka

Day 10 Lake Louise Banff

The morning is at leisure to explore Lake Louise, then depart Lake Louise and follow the Bow River to Banff. The Bow River was named for the bows that where made by the First Nations People from the shrubs that they collected. Along the way pass by two of the more outstanding landmarks in the region, Castle Mountain (2750m/9022ft) and Mount Temple (3523m/11,558ft).

Overnight in Banff at The Mount Royal Hotel

Lake Louise

Day 11 Banff

Ride the Banff Gondola to the summit of Sulphur Mountain for unparalleled views of Banff, the Bow Valley, and surrounding peaks. Explore the interpretive summit trails, learn about local wildlife and geology through hands-on tools, and capture memorable photos. Your professional certified guide provides expert commentary throughout the tour.

Overnight in Banff at The Mount Royal Hotel

Elk in Banff National Park | Credit: Jason Hill

Day 12 Banff

The Paint Pots is a great introduction to snowshoeing that provides insight into the fur trade and its impact on Western Canada. Along the way, hear stories of Banff's indigenous people, explorers and fur traders who lived in and traveled through the Rockies. Snowshoe on an easy trail through Vermilion River Valley to the Paint Pots, a cultural treasure within the National Parks. This trip is on mostly flat terrain and you will have the chance to search for snowshoe hare, moose and wolf tracks while exploring. Finally, near the Paint Pots you'll be rewarded with a unique Canadian treat - maple taffy!

Overnight in Banff at The Mount Royal Hotel

Snowshoeing | Credit: Destination Canada

Day 13 Banff

Johnston Canyon is one of the most popular attractions in Banff National Park and a tour not to be missed! Upon arriving at Johnston canyon, you are provided with ice-cleats that make walking on the sometimes icy trail, simple. Hike on a network of steel walkways built into the canyon walls with airy views of the gorge below. You will get to wander through a natural cave to gaze down at the flowing waters of the lower falls. Continue onto the awe-inducing upper falls — a glittering tower of ice that rises 30 metres above your head. These gigantic pillars of ice are the tour highlight and ice climbers can often be seen scaling the frozen columns.

Overnight in Banff at The Mount Royal Hotel

Icewalk Johnston Canyon | Credit: Paul Zizka / Banff & Lake Louise Tourism

Day 14 Banff Calgary

Today it's time to say goodbye to the fresh mountain air and majestic sights of the Rockies. Arrive at Calgary Airport in time to connect with your flight.

Accommodation

Explorer Hotel Yellowknife

Yellowknife
Escape the cold with your own fireplace and Starbucks coffee, which is provided in select rooms at The Explorer Hotel. Our smoke-free Yellowknife hotel rooms and suites come equipped with HDTV, microwave, free Wi-Fi, and much more to help you relax, work, and stay connected during your stay in Yellowknife.

Sandman Signature Edmonton Downtown Hotel

Edmonton
The Sandman Signature Edmonton Downtown Hotel is in the perfect location to marry comfort, style, and convenience, right in the heart of downtown. You’ll appreciate the refined aspects, including overstuffed pillow-top beds, fluffy duvets, contemporary furniture, and so many more offerings that are provided for you.

The Crimson Jasper Hotel

Jasper
At the heart of town lies Jasper's newest hotel - The Crimson Jasper. Just one block and an easy walk to the downtown shops and restaurants, The Crimson Jasper offers a comfortable and relaxing vantage point to enjoy the splendour of Jasper.

Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise

Lake Louise
Surrounded by soaring mountain peaks, the majestic Victoria Glacier and a glistening emerald lake, the iconic Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise hotel is located in Alberta's Banff National Park. Discover endless outdoor recreational activities including hiking, canoeing, horseback riding, fishing, mountain biking and river rafting.

Mount Royal Hotel Banff

Banff
Located in the heart of iconic Banff Avenue, surrounded by top restaurants, shops and nightlife. From here, you’ll also enjoy effortless access to Banff’s world-class natural attractions and year-round adventure activities. Ski, hike, shop or play, then return for après adventure. The hotel's mountain-chic style and relaxed approach to luxury promise to elevate your Canadian Rockies experience. Post-adventure, head to the rooftop for a soak in one of our outdoor hot tubs.

Additional information

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Winter Views and Colourful Hues (Tour code: 12649)

Highlights

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Overview

Inclusions

Itinerary

Day 1 Yellowknife

Day 2 - 3 Yellowknife

Day 4 Yellowknife

Day 5 Yellowknife Edmonton

Day 6 Edmonton Jasper

Day 7 Jasper

Day 8 Jasper

Day 9 Jasper Lake Louise

Day 10 Lake Louise Banff

Day 11 Banff

Day 12 Banff

Day 13 Banff

Day 14 Banff Calgary

Accommodation

Explorer Hotel Yellowknife

Sandman Signature Edmonton Downtown Hotel

The Crimson Jasper Hotel

Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise

Mount Royal Hotel Banff

Additional information

FAQs

Who are Entire Travel Group?

Is Entire Travel Group Australian owned and operated?

Is Entire Travel Group industry accredited?

Does Entire Travel Group have industry awards?

Are the Entire Travel Group holiday packages exclusive?

What’s unique about Entire Travel Group Holiday Packages?

Why travel with Entire Travel Group?

How does the Peace of Mind Booking Plan work?

Is there a cooling-off period?

What is Freedom of Choice?

What is Book Now?

How secure is the Entire Travel Group's on-line payment portal?

What forms of payment can be used at Entire Travel Group?

Can you book my international airfares?

Should I take travel insurance?

What should I do before travelling?

How does a Travel Agent make a booking?

How do I contact Entire Travel Group?

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