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6 DAYS, 5 NIGHTS
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All meals included.

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Banff, Alberta

Special Interest

Geological Wonders, Raft

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Canadian Rockies Family Multisport

Bike, Walk and Raft in Banff and Jasper National Parks

This spectacular family adventure explores two of Canada’s most stunning national parks. Come bike and hike in Banff and Jasper with our Trip Leaders, who are accredited Interpretive Guides and know these national parks intimately. Pedal past glaciers inching their way down the faces of mighty peaks, hike to lakes in crayon-box hues of deepest blue and vibrant green, and then take to the water on an easygoing raft trip to explore miles and miles of Canada’s breathtaking Rocky Mountains. Delight in abundant wildlife sightings - moose, elk, bighorn sheep, mountain goats - and have a great family camping adventure in this amazing wilderness.

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Days 1-3 Lake Louise

Meet in Banff Ride past towering peaks, virgin forests and the blue-green water of the Bow River  Hike up to the Plain of Six Glaciers Teahouse  While eating lunch, enjoy amazing views of Mount Victoria from this incredible vantage point  Adults continue hiking while kids take in the sights from the Lake Louise Gondola and learn more about the area  Check out Crowfoot Glacier as you cruise along  Icefields Parkway in the shadow of the Continental Divide Along the way keep your eye on the forest for elk, bighorn sheep, mountain goats and black bears Pedal from Lake Louise, crossing the Continental Divide, to the shimmering waters of Waterfowl Lake.

Day 4 Banff National Park

In the heart of the Columbia Icefield, join certified mountain guides on an ice walk across the Athabasca Glacier   For a unique view of the wilderness near Jasper, enjoy a Class II raft trip on the Athabasca River  Our home for the next two nights is at the spacious Wapiti Campground, named for the elk or wapiti that roam the area.

Days 5-6 Jasper National Park

Adults pedal from stunning Maligne Lake, along the Maligne River, and explore the Maligne Canyon while kids try rock climbing with accredited instructors Walk in the Valley of the Five Lakes with views of Mount Edith Cavell Lake Four is a great place for a family swim  Shuttle back to Banff.

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.

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The multisport trip to the Canadian Rockies was outstanding. It was everything that I had hoped for and more. The views were spectacular, and I really enjoyed the itinerary. I thought the amount of activity was perfect. Our days were filled and extremely enjoyable. Once again, your leaders are exceptional.
Barbara Rains - Cedar Knolls, NJ

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PRISTINE WILDLIFE SETTINGS: Deluxe Camping

Wapiti Campground

Jasper National Park (2 nights): Our home base is just a short ride from the charming town of Jasper.

Lake Louise Campground

Lake Louise (2 nights): This picture-perfect campsite is situated along the Bow River beneath the gaze of Mount Temple.

Waterfowl Campground

Banff National Park (1 night): Set on the banks of the stunning Waterfowl Lakes, this campsite is a great spot for viewing wildlife and the scenic grandeur of the Canadian Rockies.

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Waterfowl Campground

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Daily Mileage Options & Cumulative Elevation Gain

Day 1
  • Levels 1 to 3  4 Route Options Available
  • Biking 7, 20, 37 miles
  • 500 - 2000 feet elevation gain
  • Hiking 1.4 Miles
  • 0 - 500 feet elevation gain
Day 2
  • Levels 2 to 3 2 Route Options Available
  • Hiking 6.2, 8 miles
  • 1000 - 2000 feet elevation gain
Day 3
  • Levels 1 to 3  3 Route Options Available
  • Biking 14, 29, 37 miles
  • 500 - 2000 feet elevation gain  
Day 4
  • Glacier Walk 2 hours
  • White-water Rafting 2 hours
Day 5
  • Levels 1 to 3 2 Route Options Available
  • Rock Climbing (Kids) 5 hours
  • Biking (Adults) 33 miles
  • 2000 feet elevation gain
  • Hiking 1.6 miles
  • 0 - 500 feet elevation gain 
Day 6
  • Level 2 1 Route Option Available
  • Hiking 3.4 miles
  • 0 - 500 feet elevation gain
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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