Banff & Lake Louise – For over 125 years, Banff National Park has provided visitors with unspoiled wilderness, wildlife, modern amenities and opportunities for active exploration Winter Adventures – Get a bird’s eye view of the towering mountain peaks on a scenic helicopter flight. Soak in the rejuvenating Banff Upper Hot Springs by moonlight and enjoy a relaxing evening with friends. Tour the luxurious Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise and soak in the breathtaking view of the Victoria Glacier while sipping on your favourite beverage. Experience the passion that Canadians have for Ice Hockey by catching a Calgary Flames match or go night skiing and tubing at Mt. Norquay ski area. Warm up by the fire in the Cascade Lodge and enjoy a glass of wine or a hot drink. Venture into the wilderness on an ice walk through Johnson Canyon. Learn to walk on ice with the assistance of ice cleats and check out some beautiful frozen waterfalls. Ice skate at the outdoor rink by the Fairmont Banff Springs or in downtown Banff, then cup your hands around a warm cocoa by the fire. Explore Banff’s exclusive shopping options; don’t miss the local chocolates and fudge. Enjoy a Canadian pancake breakfast topped off with authentic maple syrup. Snuggle under a toasty blanket on an authentic horse-drawn sleigh ride across the frozen surface of world-famous Lake Louise. Cross-country ski into a luxury, fully catered backcountry lodge for a unique overnight escape. Relax and enjoy the peace and quiet or venture out to explore on skis or snowshoes. Skiing & Snowboarding – Banff and Lake Louise promise exhilarating skiing and snowboarding for all abilities on nearly 3237 hectares of wide open runs in the Canadian Rockies. You’ll find three un-crowded ski areas set within the awesome scenery of Banff National Park along with two mountain communities alive with spirit and hospitality. Summer Adventures – Sip a cappuccino as you ride eight minutes to the top of the alpine world on the Banff Gondola to take in an amazing panorama of peaks. Step into the luxurious surroundings of The Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel that you may never want to leave. Take a stroll by the Bow River down to the crashing waves of Bow Falls. Visit Lake Minnewanka and glide across the deep blue waters on the Banff Lake Cruise and explore the longest lake in the Canadian Rockies. Discover the rarely seen mountain underworld on a caving trip. Travel along the Bow Valley Parkway towards the Lake Louise Village and look for wildlife. Use an in-car GyPSy self-tour guide and bring the trip to life. Hike to a fine tea house above Lake Louise and soak up the spectacular views over a hot drink and homemade pie. Rent a bike and wind past Castle Mountain on the Bow Valley Parkway or explore the new Legacy Trail; where peaks and glaciers rise on either side. Sip fine wine and sample exquisite Canadian cuisine at one of many fabulous restaurants. Drive the Icefields Parkway, a road considered to be one of the world’s great scenic routes. Get the bird’s eye view of the enormous Columbia Icefield on a scenic flight. So much to do, so little time! Map ref: 96
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