Calgary Circular 5 – A scenic route in the beautiful provinces of British Columbia and Alberta, that focuses on the high mountain peaks of the Canadian Rockies National Parks (Jasper, Yoho and Banff).
Day 1 – Land in Calgary, drive to the town of Banff and enjoy a few hours in Banff, 1.5 hours drive
Lodging location: Banff
Day 2 – Drive to Lake Louise located in Banff National Park and travel and hike in the Lake Louise region of the park, 1 hour drive
Lodging location: Lake Louise
Day 3 – Visit Yoho National Park or enjoy some more time around Lake Louise
(Try reserving a spot on the bus to Lake O’hara located in Yoho)
Lodging location: Lake Louise
Day 4 – Drive north along the Icefields Parkway through Banff National Park and to Jasper National Park, 3 hours drive
Lodging location: Jasper
Day 5 – Visit Jasper National Park
Lodging location: Jasper
Day 6 – Drive to Edmonton and on the way visit the eastern part of Jasper National Park, 4 hours drive
Lodging location: Edmonton
Day 7 – Spend the day in Edmonton and in the West Edmonton Mall and drive to Calgary, 3 hours drive
Lodging location: Calgary
Day 8 – Fly home
– In order to fill this route with content – see our and West Canada destinations page, where you can find articles that include suggestions what to do in various locations along this route.
