7-Day Budget Authentic Alberta Voyage
Discover Alberta’s stunning natural beauty on a 7-day budget-friendly group adventure. Explore Banff, Jasper, Lake Louise, and the Icefields Parkway with guided experiences. Witness majestic mountains, turquoise lakes, and ancient glaciers on a scenic journey.
Enjoy cozy accommodations and Indian meals tailored for comfort and value. Perfect for explorers seeking the best of the Rockies without stretching their budget.
Duration
7 Days
Max People
9
Pickup
Calgary Airport
Drop Location
Calgary Airport
Canadian Rockies & Calgary Explorer
Tour Code: JV-CA-GV-14
Trip Summary
- Calgary → Banff → Jasper → Lake Louise → Yoho → Waterton → Drumheller
- 7 Days / 6 Nights
- Includes: Airport transfers, hotels, national park fees, guided activities
Inclusions
- 6 nights hotel accommodation in Calgary, Banff, Jasper
- Professional bilingual (EN/CN) tour guide
- Transportation by air-conditioned vehicle
- All national park passes
- Pickup & drop-off from Calgary Airport and designated hotels
Exclusions
- Meals and optional activities unless specified
- Gratuities for guide & driver (CAD $15/day/person)
- Mandatory admissions (e.g. Ice Explorer + Skywalk)
- Personal expenses and travel insurance
Detailed Day-by-Day Itinerary
- Day 1: Arrive Calgary – Pickup from YYC. Optional Calgary City Tours or Shopping.
- Day 2: Calgary → Banff National Park → Bow Falls, Hoodoos, Surprise Corner, Banff Gondola (optional), Fairmont Hotel Visit, Johnston Canyon.
- Day 3: Banff → Bow Lake → Peyto Lake → Columbia Icefield (Ice Explorer & Skywalk) → Athabasca Falls → Jasper.
- Day 4: Jasper → Maligne Canyon → Maligne Lake Cruise (optional) → Saskatchewan Crossing → Banff.
- Day 5: Banff → Lake Louise → Moraine Lake → Yoho National Park → Emerald Lake → Natural Bridge.
- Day 6: Banff → Waterton Lakes National Park → Prince of Wales Hotel → Waterton Shoreline Cruise (optional) → Cameron Falls → Return to Calgary.
- Day 7: Calgary → Badlands & Drumheller → Horseshoe Canyon → Royal Tyrrell Museum → Hoodoos → CrossIron Mills Outlet Shopping. Drop-off for flights after 21:30 (domestic) or 22:30 (international).
Why Choose Us
- Immersive Rockies Adventure: Every day brings a new world wonder
- Flexible Exploration: Choose between guided and self-guided options
- Value-Packed: All major park admissions included
- Comfortable Transfers: Hotel pickup, drop-off, and spacious coaches
- Local Expertise: Bilingual guides and curated regional highlights
Included/Excluded
- 3 nights hotel accommodation in a standard room with private shower/WC, including breakfast.
- 3 nights accommodation in a standard cottage at Santa Claus Holiday Village with private shower/WC, including breakfast.
- Bus between Rovaniemi and Levi. 2.5-hour dog-sledding excursion, including transfer, husky farm visit, 45-60 minutes dog-sledding (6-10km), hot drinks, warm clothes, guiding in English.
- 3 dinners at Levi Hotel Spa in Levi for overnights between December 17 to January 06 (festive dinner included on December 24 and 31).
- VAT, taxes & service fees
- Electronic travel documentation, including a detailed travel itinerary and travel vouchers. 24/7 emergency phone service while travelling.
- 1 x entrance to Spa Water World at Levi Hotel Spa.
- Flights to Finland
- Food & drink, unless otherwise stated
- Attraction entrance fees, unless otherwise stated
- Personal travel insurance
Tour Plan
Arrive in Rovaniemi at your convenience. Spend the day exploring the enchanting Santa Claus Village and engaging in optional winter activities. Your accommodation for the next three nights will be at the Santa Claus Holiday Village. Located just north of the Arctic Circle, the village is the heart of Christmas in Lapland. Here, you can meet Santa Claus, cross the Arctic Circle, visit the Santa Claus Post Office, and send postcards with a special Santa postmark. You can also shop for souvenirs or learn about Finnish Christmas traditions at the village's Christmas exhibition.
Accommodation: Santa Claus Holiday Village - Classic Cottage
After breakfast at the hotel, embark on a thrilling 2.5-hour dog sledding excursion (approximately 45-60 minutes of actual sledding). Meet your team of huskies and your guide, learn how to drive your sled, and enjoy an exhilarating ride through the Arctic wilderness. After your adventure, take some time to interact with the dogs!
Spend the afternoon at leisure in Santa Claus Village or choose from optional winter activities. In the evening, consider joining one of the Northern Lights tours.
Accommodation: Santa Claus Holiday Village
Enjoy breakfast at the hotel before spending another day at leisure in Santa Claus Village. You may choose to go on a full-day excursion, such as an icebreaker cruise in the Bothnian Sea, where you can witness the impressive ice-breaking of the vessel and even swim in the icy waters while wearing a flotation survival suit.
Accommodation: Santa Claus Holiday Village
After breakfast, depart from Santa Claus Village by bus to Levi (approximately 3.5 hours). Levi is a delightful holiday town known for its hospitality and stunning natural surroundings. It's also Finland's largest ski resort, featuring 43 slopes suitable for all skiing levels.
Enjoy the afternoon at leisure to explore Levi or participate in optional winter activities. In the evening, consider joining one of the many Northern Lights tours.
Accommodation: Levi
After breakfast, take advantage of the various winter activities available in Levi. The ski area offers diverse slopes, suitable for families and advanced skiers alike. You can also explore other winter adventures such as dog sledding, snowshoe trekking, and reindeer safaris.
Accommodation: Levi
Enjoy breakfast at the hotel and continue your exploration of Levi. You may wish to try cross-country skiing on the 230 kilometers of prepared tracks or return to the ski slopes for downhill skiing.
Accommodation: Levi
After breakfast, check out and depart from Levi at your convenience
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