Road Voyage Through Alberta: Dinosaurs, Glacial Lakes & Majestic Scenery

Customize your day with one of the following experiences:

• Option 1: Banff Gondola – Enjoy panoramic views of Banff National Park with a gondola ride to the summit of Sulphur Mountain.

• Option 2: Lake Minnewanka Cruise – Sail across the turquoise waters of Lake Minnewanka, taking in stunning views of the Canadian Rockies and Devil’s Gap.

• Option 3: River Explorer Canoe Tour – Paddle along the Bow River on a guided canoe adventure, ideal for families and first-time paddlers.

• Option 4: Bow River Horseback Adventure – Experience Banff’s rugged beauty on a guided horseback riding excursion through the national park.

Travel along the picturesque Bow Valley Parkway, a scenic alternative to the Trans-Canada Highway. Stop at Johnston Canyon to explore its well-maintained trails and admire the stunning lower and upper waterfalls.

Journey along the spectacular Icefields Parkway, one of the most scenic drives in the world. Highlights include:

• Ice Explorer Ride – Step onto ancient ice at the Athabasca Glacier.

• Glacier Skywalk – Walk along a glass platform suspended nearly 1,000 feet above the valley floor, offering breathtaking views of the Canadian Rockies.

Personalize your Jasper experience with one of the following:

• Option 1: Maligne Lake Cruise – Cruise the pristine waters of Maligne Lake and visit the iconic Spirit Island.

• Option 2: Jasper River Float – Enjoy a relaxing float down the Athabasca River, offering a unique perspective of the national park.

• Option 3: Jasper Nature Walk – Embark on a guided nature walk through diverse landscapes, including forests, meadows, marshes, and glacial lakes.

Depart Jasper and travel east as the rugged mountain terrain transitions into rolling prairies. Along the way, stop at Miette Hot Springs to soak in mineral-rich waters. As you approach Edmonton, take in the city’s impressive skyline and parklands. Discover its history as a Hudson’s Bay Company trading post and its evolution through the Klondike Gold Rush and aviation era.

Explore West Edmonton Mall, the largest shopping center in North America, featuring:

• A massive indoor water park
• An amusement park
• An ice-skating rink
• Over 800 stores

For an outdoor adventure, visit Elk Island National Park, less than an hour from the city, offering excellent wildlife viewing and scenic hiking trails.

Head south to Drumheller, known for its otherworldly Badlands terrain and rich dinosaur fossil history. Explore the Royal Tyrrell Museum (admission included), home to an extensive collection of dinosaur fossils and interactive exhibits.

Travel two hours to Dinosaur Provincial Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site where you can experience:

• Fossil excavation sites – See real dinosaur bones still embedded in the earth.

• Interpretive displays – Learn about ancient species like the Corythosaurus and duck-billed dinosaurs.
  Continue to Cypress Hills Provincial Park, a hidden gem offering stunning landscapes and rich wildlife.

Conclude your adventure with a scenic drive back to Calgary, marking the end of an unforgettable journey through Alberta’s natural wonders.