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Banff, Alberta
Fine Wine & Cuisine, Geological Wonders, Natural Beauty &/or Wildlife, Romance &/or Honeymoon, Spa, Swim
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If you'd like to treat yourself to a truly memorable weekend, come bike with us in the stunning Canadian Rockies! Pedal along the glacially fed Bow River, spin past lush meadows and evergreen forests, and ride beneath mighty snowcapped mountains. Hike in a limestone slot canyon and taste the spray of its spectacular cascades, and explore jewel-colored Lake Louise, a World Heritage site. Throughout the weekend, your Backroads leaders provide insight on all that's fascinating and unique about this region, from the exploits of early explorers to the names of wildflowers to the difference between black bears and grizzlies. And above all, revel in the sense of adventure that comes with actively exploring the Canadian wilderness - a thrill that's certain to linger long after you've returned home.
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Spin along the Bow Valley Parkway amid virgin forests and alongside the winding Bow River with its striking blue-green color This is a great stretch for spotting wildlife - keep your eyes peeled for elk, mule deer and ospreys Fuel up with tasty picnic goodies, then set out on foot through narrow Johnston Canyon to view its awe-inspiring waterfalls Pedal the rolling route to stunning Lake Louise, emerald icon of the Canadian Rockies, framed by a thick green forest and overlooked by a battlement of glaciated peaks Explore Lake Louise Village, perhaps visiting the bakery, gift shops, outdoor stores and excellent interpretive center Or indulge at the Post Hotel's Temple Mountain Spa Dine at the hotel's acclaimed restaurant, which showcases the cuisine of chef Hans Sauter For stunning views of the Wenkchemna Peaks, which take their name from the Stoney Indian word meaning "ten," pedal to pristine Moraine Lake Enjoy a classic Rockies hike through subalpine forest to Lake Agnes, set in a hanging valley surrounded by beehive-shaped mountains Choose to continue up to the rustic Lake Agnes Teahouse for a snack and cold drink before descending back to Lake Louise Perhaps a canoe ride on the lake is in order? The final day, bike to beautiful turquoise Bow Lake, where we gather for a farewell lunch.
Route Rating What's this? Every Backroads trip is designed to appeal to a wide variety of interests and fitness levels. Each offers options for more or less activity, so you can decide exactly how much you want to do day by day.
Lodging What's
this? Our lodgings are divided into three different categories.
Premiere Inns:These lodgings possess both elegance and authentic
regional flair.
Casual Inns:These lodgings are comfortable and appropriate to the
areawith such characteristics as authenticity, scenic settings and
proximity to our activities.
Deluxe Camping:We set up the tents (and take them down), handle every
camp chore and perform culinary magic.
This is a once-in-a-lifetime alpine adventure. By day, spin past stunning glacial lakes, soaring mountain peaks, and pristine forests along historic routes and passes used by the early explorers. By night, relax at a world class spa and indulge in the cuisine and wine of The Post Hotel, a member of the prestigious Relais and Chateaux. Exploring and discovering the mountain roads and trails of the Canadian Rockies is truly an amazing experience - one that has kept me here for almost a decade!- Regional Manager, Canada
For 30 years, Backroads has been perfecting the art of active travel. We are the Canadian Rockies tour experts. For biking tours in Canada, trust our in-depth connections. To see all our Canada biking tours click here. For our selection of award-winning Canada walking and hiking tours click here. For our selection of award-winning Canada multisport tours click here.
Lake Louise (2 nights): At this gorgeous Relais & Châteaux-member hotel, indulge in a massage and other treatments at the Temple Mountain Spa, hit the indoor salt-water pool, read a book by one of the stone fireplaces around the pine-beamed lodge, or just unwind in your comfortably appointed room. Dining is at the hotel's award-winning dining room, whose cellar of 1,500 selections was honored with a Grand Award from The Wine Spectator.
2 Route Options Available
2 Route Options Available
2 Route Options Available
Trips For All Abilities
Every Backroads trip is designed to appeal to a wide variety of interests and fitness levels. We know your pace may vary from one day to the next-and your traveling companion's may differ somewhat from yours. So we present a range of mileage options, and each day you decide exactly what and how much you want to do.
| Activity Level | Average Time | Average Distance | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Biking | Walking & Hiking |
||
| 1 | 2-3 hours |
10-20 miles |
2-5 miles |
| 2 | 2-4 hours |
21-30 miles |
5-7 miles |
| 3 | 3-5 hours |
31-40 miles |
7-9 miles |
| 4 | 4-6 hours |
41-55 miles |
9-11 miles |
| 5 | 5-7+ hours |
56-75+ miles |
11-13+ miles |
