Day 1
Banff National Park
Opening Hours: Open all day
Ticket Price: 9.8 CAD
Recommended Length of Stay: 2-2 Days
Location: Alberta T0L, Canada
Banff National Park is the first national park in Canada and the third in the world. It is listed as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO, second only to Yellowstone Park in the United States and Elephant Park in Australia. As the saying goes: 1 Banff is worth 20 Switzerland, which is enough to prove the beauty of Banff. The park is located in a small town west of Calgary, Alberta. It lies at the foot of the Rocky Mountains, surrounded and interspersed by the Rocky Mountains. It is a park floating among the blue sky, mountains, green spaces and rivers. A wonderful creation of nature, so called the soul of the Rocky Mountains. The national park includes the charming towns of Banff and Lake Louise. There are valleys and mountains, icefields and rivers, forests and grasslands, and it is a world-class tourist destination. The vast glaciers can be seen in the rolling mountains, and the emerald lakes are embedded in the dark green coniferous forests like jewels. The attractive attractions in Banff National Park are Banff Town, Lake Louise, Bow Valley Parkway, Banff Springs Castle Hotel, Icefield Drive, Columbia Icefield. In addition, there are five major animals of the Canadian Rocky Mountains in the park, such as bighorn sheep, elk and North American deer, wolves, and grizzly bears. Come to Banff National Park, you can experience a variety of outdoor adventure activities: alpine skiing, ice skating, dog sledding, mountain golf, mountain hiking, fishing, boating, caving; and a wealth of indoor entertainment: natural hot springs, Shopping, tasting local food, museum cultural tours and more. Banff National Park also provides tourist accommodation facilities that are quite complete and full of diversity. There are mysterious and elegant luxury castles with a century of history, affordable brand chain hotels with comprehensive services, warm and comfortable family hotels, and mountain huts loved by hikers... No matter which accommodation facility you choose, the view from the window is the same. Natural scenery. Fall asleep warmly in the embrace of the stalwart Rocky Mountains, wake up in the morning in the face of the transparent morning sun and incomparably fresh air, and the unforgettable travel begins and ends on such a day. In addition, the must-try food when visiting Banff is of course the famous Albert Prairie's premium beef. The beef here has become a local delicacy because of its tenderness, rich meat and no pollution. In addition, you can also taste local fresh food, such as cheese, fresh fish, wild elk and so on. For more information on hotel accommodation and restaurant and bar facilities, please contact the Banff and Lake Louise Visitor Information Centre: BanffVisitorInformationCentre Address: 224BanffAve Tel: 403-762-8421 Email: Info@banfflakelouise .com Lake Louise Visitor Information Center (LakeLouiseVisitorInformationCentre) Address: SamsonMall, VillageofLakeLouise Tel: 403-522-2744
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Day 1 | Evening
For convenient access to more popular attractions, Rimrock Resort Hotel is the best places.
Rimrock Resort Hotel
Offering an indoor pool and a hot tub, Rimrock Resort Hotel is located 6 minutes’ drive from Banff centre and near the Upper Hot Springs. A restaurant is located on site. A 32" LCD flat-screen cable TV is featured in each room. All air-conditioned rooms at Rimrock Resort Hotel offer a seating area and a desk. Featuring a shower, private bathrooms also come with a bath and a hairdryer. At Rimrock Resort Hotel guests can enjoy a spa and wellness centre . Other facilities offered include meeting facilities, ski storage and shops on site. The Fairmont Banff Springs Golf Course is 7 minutes’ drive from this hotel. Mount Norquay Ski Resort is 11 km away.
Day 2 | Morning
Banff Upper Hot Springs
Opening Hours: Open on Mon-Thu,Sun,10:00am-6:00pm
Ticket Price: 8.48 CAD
Recommended Length of Stay: 3-4 Hours
Location: 1 Mountain Ave, Banff, AB T1L 1K2, Canada
Banff Upper Hot Spring is located in Banff National Park, Canada's first national park. It has top spas and baths with modern facilities. Since its discovery in 1884, it has attracted travelers from all over the world to enjoy hot springs here for more than a century. time. Whether you come to Banff for skiing, hiking or scenic sightseeing, experiencing Banff Hot Springs is an essential itinerary, where you can soak in the hot springs while enjoying the magnificent scenery of Banff National Park, making you tense Muscles and nerves are completely relaxed. Banff Upper Hot Spring has 100% natural mineral water. Because it is located at an altitude of 1585 meters, the spring water is rich in minerals due to the increase of heat and pressure when it flows out from the depths of the earth's crust, making the spring water here in Canada and even the world. Unique quality hot springs.
Day 2 | Afternoon
Having the chance to enjoy the charming Banff Upper Hot Springs, Sunshine Village next to it is another great place that you will never want to miss!
Sunshine Village
Ticket Price: 295 CAD
Recommended Length of Stay: 1-4 Hours
Location: 1 Sunshine access Rd, Banff, AB T1L 1J5
Banff National Park is home to three world-renowned ski areas - Lake Louise, Sunshine Village, and Mount Norquay. The three ski resorts cover a total area of 7,750 acres, making them a "ski paradise" for ski enthusiasts. Lake Louise Ski Resort is the largest ski resort in Canada, with a total of 139 runs on four peaks, and was once named "Scenic Ski Resort" by Ski Magazine. There are 25% pistes for beginners, 45% for intermediate skiers, and 30% for pros. Sunshine Village Ski Resort is about 8 kilometers away from Banff Town. It is the highest ski resort in Canada and an all-natural ski resort with a long ski season in Canada. Skiers can take the world's fastest 8-seater cable car to the top of the mountain and enjoy the unlimited fun of skiing. Just a 10-minute drive from the town of Banff, Mount Norquay Ski Resort is a small but family-friendly ski area with snow tubing runs specially designed for kids. Skiers can also enjoy unlimited views of the Cascade Mountains as they reach the summit by cable car.
Day 2 | Evening
After visiting the glorious Sunshine Village, The Juniper Hotel & Bistro nearby is the best place to stay.
The Juniper Hotel & Bistro
One of our top picks in Banff. Featuring an on-site gourmet restaurant and lounge, this Banff hotel is located 10 minutes’ drive from Mount Norquay Ski Resort and boasts panoramic views of the Rocky Mountains. Free WiFi is included. Offering mountain views, each room at The Juniper Hotel & Bistro features a cable TV. Comfortably furnished, all rooms include tea and coffee-making facilities and a refrigerator. Breakfast and dinner is offered at Banff Juniper Hotel & Bistro, which features local produce and a varied menu including braised bison and salmon. An extensive cocktail list is available. A year-round hot tub is available for guests to enjoy. Local artwork features in the on-site gallery, and a well-stocked library offers local culture and history reading. Hiking trails are available throughout the property. Banff Centre is 8 minutes’ drive from this hotel. Banff Ski Club as well as Banff Hot Springs are both within 10 km away.
Day 3
Mount Norquay
Ticket Price: 89 CAD
Recommended Length of Stay: 1-2 Days
Location: #2 Mt Norquay Rd, Banff, AB T1L 1B4, Canada
Mt. Norquay was established in 1926 and is famous for being the training base for Olympic and World Cup skiers. With an average annual snowfall of 300 cm, visitors can enjoy family skiing and night skiing here.
Day 3 | Evening
After visiting the glorious Mount Norquay, Banff Rocky Mountain Resort nearby is the best place to stay.
Banff Rocky Mountain Resort
Providing easy access to endless recreational activities and offering on-site organised tours, this resort is situated along the Banff Rocky Mountain National Park and features spacious all-suite accommodation.
Only moments from the Banff Rocky Mountain Resort are top-rated ski trails, scenic hiking paths, golfing and much more. The resort also offers free shuttle service to the charming town centre, filled with shops, restaurants and entertainment options.
With organised activities, including guided hikes, children's programmes and group snowshoeing, there is always something to do at the Banff Rocky Mountain Resort. Guests can also enjoy the on-site squash and tennis courts along with the indoor swimming pool.
Guests staying at the Rocky Mountain Resort can enjoy dining at the 2 on-site restaurants or relaxing with a cocktail in the lounge. Spacious accommodation at the resort feature cosy fireplaces, coffeemakers and wireless internet access.
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