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All meals are included.

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Banff, Alberta

Special Interest

Geological Wonders, Heli-Hike, Natural Beauty &/or Wildlife, Spa

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Canadian Rockies Multisport Vacations

Canadian Rockies Multisport

Please Note: This trip is currently only available as a Private Trip. Looking for a similar trip? See Canadian Rockies Walking, Glacier Park Walking, Glacier Park Multisport, and Candian Rockies Multisport. Or call 800-462-2848 to speak with a Trip Consultant.





Heli-Hiking & Biking In the Bugaboos & Banff National Park
The allure of biking and hiking in the Canadian Rockies is manifested in lush meadows, crystal-clear lakes, soaring granite spires, cascading glaciers, waterfalls and snowcapped peaks. Begin the trip in “civilization” for the quintessential Canadian Rockies bicycling experience in Lake Louise and Banff National Park. Come with a sense of adventure and a desire to enter an undisturbed wilderness. Then journey into the famous Bugaboos on foot and by helicopter to reach areas so remote it would be an epic challenge to get there on your own - if you could get there at all. Our expert guides choose the most spectacular location to suit the day. We promise you won't be disappointed.

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Day 1 Banff

Views of Mount Rundle and Cascade Mountain provide inspiration during a ride along the shore of Lake Minnewanka.

Day 2 Lake Louise

Arrive at the World Heritage site of Lake Louise Surrounded by virgin forest, pedal rolling terrain and marvel at the striking blue-green Bow River Come face-to-face with two powerful waterfalls on a hike into the depths of Johnston Canyon along suspended walkways  Pamper yourself at the Temple Mountain Spa Dine at the Post Hotel's acclaimed restaurant, which showcases the exquisite cuisine of chef Hans Sauter.

Days 3-6 Bugaboo Provincial Park

Depart Lake Louise for the Bugaboos Helicopter into Bugaboo Lodge, our extraordinary mountain hideaway and base for exploring remote reaches of the infamous Bugaboos, one of North America's most spectacular and isolated mountain ranges  Head into the range from the lodge by foot or helicopter, taking in high-ridge walks, alpine meadows and glacial traverses, and picnic on an alpine plateau amid the stunning granite spires At day's end, relax with a massage or soak in the rooftop whirlpool.

Guest Trip Reviews

A wonderful and much needed vacation! The Canadian Rockies will certainly challenge your athletic abilities and I loved it! I was fortunate to join an amazing group of folks from all over the country on this trip - great people and amazing new friendships.
Donna Poskey - Yonkers, NY

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MOUNTAIN SECLUSION: Premiere Inns

Buffalo Mountain Lodge

Banff (1 night)
A simple yet elegant mountain lodge with sweeping views of the Bow River Valley; the post-and-beam lobby pays tribute to old-world craftsmanship and features a fieldstone fireplace, and cherry, pine and bent willow furnishings.

Post Hotel

Lake Louise (1 night)
The readers of Travel+Leisure and Condé Nast Traveler rank this Relais & Châteaux member as one of their favorites year after year; the hotel's restaurant is a Wine Spectator Four Diamond winner, and its wine cellar features more than 1,500 selections.

Bugaboo Lodge
Bugaboo Lodge

Bugaboo Provincial Park (3 nights)
Nestled just shy of a mile high amid granite spires and mighty glaciers, this extraordinary lodge's amenities include a cozy wood and stone bar, outdoor hot tub, sauna, game room and rock-climbing wall.

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Route Rating: Daily Mileage Options & Cumulative Elevation Gain

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

Routes on Days 3 to 5 vary based on group ability.

Day 1
  • Levels 1 to 2    3 Route Options Available
  • Biking 16, 19, 21 miles
  • 500 - 1000 feet elevation gain
Day 2
  • Levels 1 to 3    3 Route Options Available
  • Biking 16, 38 miles
  • 500 - 2000 feet elevation gain
  • Hiking 1.5 miles
Day 3
  • Hiking (Several Options)
  • 0 - 1500 feet elevation gain
Day 4
  • Levels 1 to 2    3 Route Options Available
  • Hiking 2, 5, 5.7 miles
  • 1000 - 2500 feet elevation gain
Day 5
  • Hiking (Several Options)
  • 0 - 2500 feet elevation gain
Day 6
  • Level 1    1 Route Option Available
  • Hiking 1 mile 
  • 0 - 500 feet elevation gain