Banff to Jasper Family Multi-Adventure Tour - Teens & Kids
Lake Louise & the Icefields Parkway
This family adventure takes your breath away! Pedaling along shimmering lakes. Floating in your raft on a glacier-fed river. Hiking up a dramatic limestone gorge to a rushing waterfall. Spying moose or elk—and the kids' wide eyes and happy smiles. At every turn, get ready to catch your breath discovering magical corners of the Canadian Rockies.
THIS ITINERARY: 6 days, 5 nights
ACCOMMODATIONS: Casual & Casual Plus Hotels
Alberta
Start/End Banff
Start/End locations may vary. Do not book flights until your trip details are confirmed.
- Discover natural and historic treasures and stunning mountain views by foot, bike and boat through Banff and Jasper National Parks
- Walk the massive Athabasca Glacier's icy lunar landscape as you trek in ice cleats with informative mountain guides
- Bike along roadways flanked by towering peaks to the pristine waters of the Bow River and hike gorgeous alpine trails from impossibly blue Moraine Lake
- Float with your family through magnificent canyon scenery along the mellow Class II rapids of the Athabasca River's glacier-fed waters
6 Days Casual & Casual Plus Hotels
Follow the winding Bow River as you bike past virgin forests and vibrant wildflowers | A scenic trail leads through Johnston Canyon to a picturesque waterfall | Beneath the striking Wenkchemna Peaks, marvel at the vivid blue hues of Moraine Lake.
This hidden gem, nestled in a wooded setting beneath the Canadian Rockies, features a great location next to a babbling brook.
Take advantage of a morning photo op at Lake Louise, a world-renowned beauty and World Heritage site ringed by towering glaciated peaks | Bike the stunning Icefields Parkway with sweeping vistas of mountains, glaciers, lakes and evergreens | Kids head out for a gondola ride and learn about grizzly bear habitat | Keep an eye out for wildlife—you just might see moose, bighorn sheep and black bears | Take a stroll along the shore of Bow Lake for a closer view of Bow Glacier Falls.
This rustic and simple mountain retreat offers an atmosphere of secluded tranquility on the banks of Bow Lake.
Explore Athabasca Glacier during a memorable ice walk with expert mountain guides | Check out Athabasca Falls, where the most powerful river in the park plunges over a cliff of eroded limestone | Following a route used by early fur traders and explorers, float gently down Class II rapids on the Athabasca River and get a new perspective on the landscape—as well as more chances to spot wildlife | Gaze at Jasper National Park’s longest and deepest lake—teal-hued Maligne Lake | Take a gradual downhill spin before a hike through spectacular Maligne Canyon, a product of the sculpting power of water | Kids team up with mountain guides to try their hand at rock climbing | Walk through pristine mountain wilderness in the Valley of Five Lakes, winding past its blue-green namesakes.
A cluster of simple cabins with fireplaces and porches, nestled in pines above the confluence of the Athabasca and Miette Rivers.
Dates & Prices
The earlier you book, the more choice you'll have and the lower your price. And you can always change your mind — you won't be charged to transfer to a different trip before your final payment is due. View cancellation policy
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Activity Level: 2-4
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. LEARN MORE.
Note: If your child doesn't meet age requirements to participate in an activity, one parent must opt out of that activity to remain with the child. Minimum age to ride own bike: 9.
Also, please be aware that the terrain and elevation can make the routes feel more challenging than the mileage may suggest.
What's Included
Available Bike Options
The key to a stellar day's ride is a bike that's perfectly in tune with your cycling style… Backroads has you covered with the best bike fleet in the world! Read on for your available bike options for this trip.
This custom-designed titanium bike is lightweight and responsive, featuring Shimano Ultegra Di2 electronic shifting, 11-speed compact gearing, a premium Mavic Ksyrium Pro wheelset and a full carbon fork.
A proven classic, our most popular custom-designed titanium bike is suited for a wide range of cyclists. It features a comfortable ergonomic seat and a long wheel base that add to the bike’s control and stability.
Our newly redesigned titanium e-bike is a lightweight yet powerful machine unique in the world of e-bikes. It provides plenty of power to flatten the hills and more than enough battery range to cover the distance.
This hand-built frame features Co-Motion's custom-designed cro-moly steel tubeset, powerful Avid disc brakes, Shimano Ultegra drive train, and a custom, upgraded wheelset. For experienced tandem riders.
$400 rental fee
Backroads is the only travel company to manufacture its own line of kid's bikes. While the wheels might be small, the performance is big—it's the perfect choice for kids. On our Family Trips, you'll find 20" and 24" bikes.
The Burley Kazoo trailer bike, for children up to 85 pounds, attaches to an adult bike with your child providing some of the pedal power for a real team effort! It's ideal for kids who aren't yet ready for bike touring.
Also Included
- All breakfasts, 6 lunches, 4 dinners
- Expertise and services of our experienced Trip Leaders
- Snacks and beverages between meals
- Additional guides and experts from the region on many trips
- Van shuttles to support a variety of route options
- Comprehensive Travel Planner with detailed pre-trip information
- Private guided tours at museums, historic sites, wineries and other select attractions as noted in the Travel Planner
- All gratuities at hotels and restaurants
- Special events, including wine tastings and other select attractions as mentioned in the Travel Planner
- On biking and multi-adventure trips, use of fully equipped Backroads titanium bike plus helmet and accessories
- Trailercycles, carriers, and kid-sized helmets for Family Trips
- Equipment and experienced guides for kayaking, rafting, snorkeling, sailing and canoeing as described
- Park and other entry fees
- Fares for trains, ferries and other modes of travel as listed in the Travel Planner
- Select coach transfers
- Baggage transfers and porterage
Straight talk
We want to make sure you're on the right trip and that you have the best experience possible. Every Backroads trip is unique and this one is no exception.
This trip includes the historic Num-Ti-Jah Lodge, where guest rooms are clean and comfortable, but simpler than the typical Backroads standard. We've chosen this property because of its proximity to our favorite routes and the fantastic views. Please note that the guest rooms are not typically equipped with televisions, hair dryers or air-conditioning and the lodge does not have in-room phones or cell phone service.
Our exploration of the Canadian Rockies includes time riding on the famed Icefields Parkway for its unrivaled access to wildlife and natural beauty. While the scenery is stunning, sections of the pavement can be rough and repaving is ongoing. The parkway's shoulder is wide, but the area is busy so you should be comfortable riding with traffic. Of course, you're always welcome to jump in the shuttle to avoid more trafficked sections.
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