BANFF
BANFF
BANFF
Cave & Basin National Historic Site
Train Station
Middle Springs
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Banff Ave
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Surprise Bow Corner Falls
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Banff Hot Springs Banff Gondola
Tunnel Mountain
Tunnel Mountain Road
Bow Riv er
Athabasca
Glacier Lake
Icefield s Parkway
Lake Louise
BANFF NATIONAL PARK
Sulphur Mountain
Lake Minnewaka
Banff
Famous for its surreally coloured lakes , majestic mountains and endless outdoor adventures
The picturesque town of Banff , nestles high in the Canadian Rockies within Banff National Park . Flanked on all sides by towering mountains , this bustling town has vibrant streets lined with top-class restaurants , bars and shops , along with a number of art galleries and museums . Without a doubt , Banff National Park is the star attraction thanks to its startlingly blue lakes , majestic mountains and easy access to adventures of all kinds . Established as Canada ’ s first national park in 1885 after railway workers stumbled onto a thermal hot spring , Banff National Park is today part of a UNESCO World Heritage Site and spans 2,564 square miles of mountainous terrain packed with spectacularly scenic valleys , peaks , glaciers , forests , meadows and rivers . For a loftier perspective of the town and valley , hike the 2.6 mile trail up Tunnel Mountain or hop on the Banff Gondola which is open year round and floats its way up Sulphur Mountain . When in need of some relaxation and rejuvenation head to the geothermally heated Banff Hot Springs . It ’ s magical to sit in the pools whatever the time of year or hour of day . Alternatively , don your hiking boots or hire a bike and discover more than 1,000 miles of maintained trails . Wander or ride along the shores of glittering blue-green lakes , trek up a mountain pass , hike across a frozen lake and be entranced by the landscapes around you . Notable sights within the area include the large glacial Lake Minnewanka , where scenic cruises go out to Devil ’ s Gap . Or you can travel under your own steam and hire a canoe or kayak . Dramatic Johnston Canyon is another must-visit natural attraction along with Vermilion Lakes which are a fantastic place to watch sunrise or sunset , see wildlife or spend a day exploring its shores .
1 Elk & Avenue Hotel & Moose Hotel & Suites
2 Mount Royal 3 Fairmont Banff Springs 4 Peaks Hotel & Suites 5 Banff Caribou Lodge & Spa
Getting there : Banff is 1½ hours drive from Calgary .
Best time to go : Late June to mid- September is an ideal time for outdoor pursuits , spring and autumn are cooler but less crowded , while winter offers lots of sporting activities too .
UNMISSABLE BANFF EXPERIENCES
Get more out of your stay . Prices are per person
EVENING WILDLIFE SAFARI from £ 49
Head out for a 2 hour tour in the company of a knowledgeable guide through Banff National Park in search of wildlife , such as bull elk , bighorn sheep and osprey .
LAKE LOUISE & MORAINE LAKE from £ 65
A half day tour taking in the Jewel of the Canadian Rockies , Lake Louise and the world-renowned Moraine Lake , both of which are part of a UNESCO World Heritage site .
COWBOY COOKOUT from £ 79 ( including lunch -covered wagon ) Enjoy an afternoon or evening on this true western excursion . Non-riders travel on a covered wagon beside the Bow River while riders clip-clop along the trail at the base of Sulphur Mountain . Everyone meets up for a BBQ cookout . Trail ride only available with dinner , covered wagon with lunch or dinner .
SIGNATURE HIKE from £ 79 ( including packed lunch ) Join local guides for a full day hike to explore one of the following trails : Lake Agnes , Larch Valley , Stanley Glacier or the Plain of 6 Glaciers . Hiking distance varies from 5-8 miles . Minimum age 13 .
MOUNTAIN LAKES & WATERFALLS from £ 165 ( including lunch ) Visit the most treasured spots in the Canadian Rockies on this amazing full day tour . Highlights include Lake Louise , Moraine Lake , Valley of the Ten Peaks , Spiral Tunnels and Takakkaw Falls ( subject to weather and season alternative stops may include Johnston Canyon , Marble Canyon , Field Visitor Centre and Natural Rock Bridge ).
EXPLORE BANFF WITH GONDOLA & CRUISE from £ 169 ( inc lunch ) This fully guided 6½ hour tour reveals some of Banff ’ s most incredible sights and sounds , such as Sulphur Mountain , Bow Falls , Tunnel Mountain Drive , Surprise Corner and Two Jack Viewpoint . Included is a trip up the Banff Gondola and a cruise on Lake Minnewanka ( seasonal ).
THREE SISTERS PEAK HELICOPTER TOUR from £ 199 ( including transfers ) This 25 minute helicopter tour of the Spray Lakes and Spray Valley takes you over the forested slopes of Mount Buller . Dramatic views are guaranteed !
ICEFIELDS PARKWAY DISCOVERY TOUR from £ 249 ( including lunch ) A one way journey from Banff to Jasper along the Icefields Parkway which stops at the Columbia Icefield for a ride over the Athabasca Glacier aboard the Ice Explorer , plus brief stops at Lake Louise and the Glacier Skywalk .
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