The Rockies Pass: Banff-Lake Louise-Jasper

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Tour Operator: Moose Travel Network
Trip Type: Jump on/off
Tour Cost: $139Cn
Departs from: Banff
Duration: minimum 2 days

Tags: Banff, Jasper, jump on/ jump off, Lake Louise, Moose Network


Experience the highlights of the Canadian Rocky Mountains in both Banff and Jasper National Parks on this pass! You travel the Icefields Parkway, one of the most scenic highways in the world, where you can discover amazing glacial lakes, snowcapped mountain peaks, pristine rivers, waterfalls, and wildlife every where you look. This trip is a jump on, jump off adventure bus transportation pass. En route between overnight destinations the bus stops for sightseeing, activities, and other adventures. The service is door to door, and pass holders receive discounts on activities, attractions and accommodation. Accommodation in hostels is pre-booked for those that want it.

Day: 1 | Location: BANFF TO JASPER
 

Today, we’ll soak up the awe inspiring scenery along the Icefields Parkway – Lake Louise, jagged mountain peaks, raging rivers, the Columbia Icefields, waterfalls, wildlife and more. The Jasper townsite is Banff’s little cousin, but Jasper National Park is the definition of great Canadian wilderness! Enjoy a campfire and look for the Northern Lights.

Day: 2 | Location: JASPER TO BANFF
 

It’s another day of jaw dropping vistas, and scenic hikes as we make our way back to Banff and the end of the tour. Highlights include Parker Ridge (seasonal), Peyto Lake and Moraine Lake (seasonal). (Dinner included)

Departure Dates

 

Departure Period Departure Days
April 1, 2010 - April 29, 2010 Monday, Thursday
May 1, 2010 - June 7, 2010 Monday, Thursday, Saturday
June 9, 2010 - June 24, 2010 Sunday, Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday
June 26, 2010 - September 2, 2010 Daily
September 4, 2010 - October 2, 2010 Sunday, Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday
October 4, 2010 - October 28, 2010 Monday, Thursday, Saturday
November 1, 2010 - November 22, 2010 Monday, Thursday


 

Pick Up Times

Banff
Hostel Time
HI Banff Alpine Centre 08:00 AM
Y Mountain Lodge Banff 08:10 AM
SameSun Banff 08:15 AM
HI Lake Louise (northbound) 11:00 AM

What's Included

  • transportation
  • services of the tour guide/driver
  • 1 dinner
  • all park entrance fees
  • taxes

Please note there is a mandatory $25 local payment for this tour. This covers taxes, fuel surcharges, some meals and activities. Local payment must be made prior to departing. Please call or contact the Moose office by email at vancouver@moosenetwork.com for further instructions.

Trip Options

  • whitewater rafting (seasonal) near Banff
  • relaxing in the Banff hot springs
  • mountain biking in Banff
  • horseback riding in Banff
Moose Travel Network provides adventure travel for backpackers and independent travellers. Our trips are 2-19 days and offer jump-on jump-off flexibility allowing you the chance to create your own itinerary and explore Canada at your own pace, while taking advantage of amazing scenery, great nightlife, and awesome adventure activities! Moose Travel Network also offers tours to Montreal, Quebec, Ottawa, Niagara Falls, Algonquin Park and more. Tours start at $55 CAD per day.



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Tour Highlights

  • Lake Louise, the most photographed and visited place in the Canadian Rockies
  • Hiking down into Mistaya Canyon for lunch
  • Checking out the Athabasca Glacier at the Columbia Icefield
  • Posing for a group photo at Tangle Falls
  • Campfire at the Athabasca Falls wilderness hostel
  • Sitting on the "Moose rocks" high above the stunning Peyto Lake
  • Scrambling up the rockpile for the "$20 view" of Moraine Lake (free)

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