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Private, custom Canadian Rockies Classics
The Classic Canadian Rockies hiking trip is the flagship of our alpine hikes in Canada.
The Canadian Rockies stand out as one of the most beautiful and wild ranges in the world. Stunning snow-capped peaks tower above emerald lakes where a plethora of wildlife lives unimpeded by man. Only 1.5 hours from a major international airport (Calgary), the Canadian Rockies are a perfect getaway in order to reconnect with nature yet luxuriate in fine hotels where gourmet meals and excellent wines are all part of the Rockies experience.
Our carefully crafted itineraries maximize your time on the trail, not in the van. We have picked some of the most representative hikes from each park giving you an idea of the majesty and grandeur of the Canadian West.
– Due to the Canadian Rockies being very popular amongst hikers, it is recommended to book a trip between October – December the prior year to ensure we can still get bookings in all the hotels as needed.
LOCATION
Canada
LENGTH OF TRIP
7-11 DAYS
AVeraGe PRICE – This Itinerary
USD $ 4,800
CAD $ 6,300
*Pricing based on three hikers
SIMILAR To Private Custom Haute route:
Day 1: ARRIVAL DAY, banff
Meet us in our Banff hotel at 6:30pm for your trip briefing, followed by dinner in one of our favourite restaurants in town.
Hotel in Banff
Dinner includedDay 2 – 3: Day-Hikes around banff
There are many different day-hikes possible from Canmore & Banff area. As this is a customized trip, it’s all about choosing an itinerary that is adjusted to the weather, group preference and abilities. All these hikes have breath-taking views, and there’s a variety of easy, moderate and more strenuous hikes. Options include Citadel Pass (6-7 hours, moderate), Bourgeau Lake / Harvey Pass (can be moderate, or more strenuous when going to the summit of Mt Bourgeau), Egypt & Shadow Lakes, Healy Pass and lots more.
Transfer to Lake Louise at the end of Day 4.
Hotel in Banff Breakfast included
Luggage deliveredDay 4 – 5: day-hikes around lake Louise
Possible options around Lake Louise include hikes up from Moraine Lake up to Sentinel Pass, the Ten-Peak Valley, Mt Saint Piran, the Paradise Valley, Plain of Six Glaciers, and the Skoki Valley. Transfer to Field.
Hotel in Lake Louise Breakfast included
Luggage deliveredDay 6 – 7: Yoho National Park
Some classic and beautiful day-hikes include the famous Iceline Trail, Bow Peak, Helen Lake & Cirque Peak, Bow Hut and Glacier Falls,
Hotel / Lodge around Field
Breakfast included
Luggage delivered
Day 8: canmore
Transfer to Canmore for the last evening, for an easy departure the next day back to Calgary.
Hotel in Canmore Breakfast includedLuggage deliveredDay 9: departure
Guests leave at their leisure after breakfast.
Breakfast includedHere’s a list of everything that can be modified for your group on our private custom Canadian Rockies Classic trip:
ITINERARY – OPTIONS
As the hikes are all day-hikes, they are easily adjusted to the groups abilities, preferences and, of course, the ever changing weather. From easy half day trips to strenuous summits, the Canadian Rockies are a real playground with lots to choose from.
ACCOMMODATION
Our nights are generally booked in three-star hotels, but Banff has a considerable amount of hotels, and although Lake Louise is indeed a lot smaller, there is still quite a choice, from hostels to four-star accommodation.
WHAT IS ALWAYS INCLUDED
- Hiking guide (we only hire certified International Mountain Leaders and IFMGA Mountain Guides)
- All accommodation
- All breakfasts
- Local transfers and lifts
- Detailed information package including day-to-day itinerary with elevation gains/descents, and hiking maps of the Haute Route.
OPTIONAL SERVICES
- Lunches, Dinners
- Luggage transfer where possible.
This trip is rated: EASY – STRENUOUS
As these are day-hikes, anything and everything is possible, which makes this such a great trip to be customized for families and friends. Day-packs only. Maximum altitude reached is about 2,500m (8,250ft) passes – 3,000m (10,000ft) summits.
HOW TO GET THERE:
The nearest airport for our private, custom Canadian Rockies Classic trip is Calgary (YYC), Minibus shuttles exist from the airport to the Bow valley, with transfer straight to your hotel. For more information on how to get there, hotel, restaurants, etc, please have a look at our travel resources.
If you are an experienced hiker, can use map, compass, GPS and can provide first aid, the Canadian Rockies should pose few issues for you, especially as these are all day-hikes.
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The company is owned and operated by Karin Stubenvoll and Louis Marino.
Louis is the owner of the company and the lead guide. He is responsible for the smooth operation and high quality of all our guided hiking trips, new itineraries, and our special customer care, which is the main reason why we have so many returning clients. Karin is the Office Manager and does all the work!
In 2005, Karin and Louis moved from Chamonix in the French Alps to the Bow Valley in the Canadian Rockies in order to explore the wilderness of the Canadian west. It also provides better customer service, being in North America.
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Celebrating our 20th anniversary in business this year is a huge milestone for us and has not been without challenges. Luckily for us, we are a small, nimble operation capable of adapting to the ever-changing world or global tourism. With 32 years of guiding trips around the world under my belt,
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