FAMILY VACATION

Banff & Jasper Family Vacation

  • 6 Days
  • 18 People Max

    6 - 12 guests

  • Activity Level 3
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  • Trip Start: Calgary, Alberta
  • Trip End: Calgary, Alberta
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Discover the breathtaking panoramas of snowy peaks, crystalline glacial lakes, and countless wildlife on this epic Canadian Rockies family vacation.

Adventure abounds with glacier hikes, river rafting, horseback riding, and backcountry biking through Banff, Jasper, and Lake Louise. At the end of these fun-filled days, relax in one of our cozy lodges before indulging in some of Western Canada’s tastiest gourmet cuisine. Kick back with the family and recount how many elk, bear, and eagles you spied and laugh over the new lifelong memories you created. We can guarantee you’ll never forget your time exploring the pristine wilderness of “Wild Rose Country” on this stress-free, all-inclusive Alberta family vacation. 

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Banff & Jasper Family Vacation ~ Itinerary

Trip Start: Calgary, Alberta Trip End: Calgary, Alberta

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  • Day 1Horseback riding, biking through K-Country

  • Day 2Hiking Troll Falls Trail, rafting on the Kananaskis River

  • Day 3Explore Lake Louise, Bike Vermillion Lakes Trail

  • Day 4Hiking Sentinel Pass

  • Day 5Glacier hike on Athabasca Glacier

  • Day 6Hike around Johnson Lake, farewell!

  • Day 1

    Horseback riding, biking through K-Country

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    After morning pickups, it’s time to saddle up and discover your inner cowboy at Rafter Six Ranch! During this two-hour trail ride, you’ll ride through beautiful forest and breathtaking scenery with experienced guides who know the lands well. An amazing picnic made by your guides will fuel you for your afternoon bike ride through Kananaskis Country, or as it’s known by the locals, “K-Country.” K-Country is a cluster of provincial parks, ecological reserves, recreation areas, and natural areas that are fantastic for exploring the outdoors without big crowds. After your mellow bike ride, you’ll head to your home for the next two nights, Kananaskis Mountain Lodge, to settle in and enjoy dinner with your travel companions. A comfortable and contemporary retreat nestled against the Canadian Rockies, the Kananaskis Mountain Lodge is equal parts rustic mountain retreat and elegant hotel. Rest, relax, and rejuvenate as you take in beautiful views and surrounded with every comfort.

    Kananaskis Mountain Lodge (Lunch, Dinner)

    Horse-back Riding: 2 hours
    Biking: 7 miles (11.2 kilometres)

  • Day 2

    Hiking Troll Falls Trail, rafting on the Kananaskis River

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    Start your day with a hike on the Troll Falls Trail to see three waterfalls including the trail’s namesake, Troll Falls. After a hearty lunch, you’ll load into rafts and paddle the exciting class II and III rapids of the Kananaskis River. This thrilling adventure will have you catching waves and river runs with views of the mountaintops in the background. You’re guaranteed to get splashed on this ride! This evening you'll have some time to relax and enjoy the lodge and another great dinner with your family and fellow travelers.

    Kananaskis Mountain Lodge (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

    Hiking: 2.5 miles (4.0 kilometers)
    Rafting: 3 hours

  • Day 3

    Explore Lake Louise, Bike Vermillion Lakes Trail

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    This morning you’ll witness one of Banff’s most famous sites: Lake Louise. Famous for its turquoise waters, Victoria Glacier, soaring mountain backdrop, and palatial hotel, Lake Louise is sure to wow. Once you get your fill of photos, it's time to climb onto bikes and pedal along the Vermillion Lakes Trail to Banff, with a picnic lunch along the way. After a fun-filled day, the evening is yours to explore Banff on your own. Located in the heart of Banff, the Fox Hotel is a contemporary lodge hotel with unique amenities like an indoor hot pool with a cave basin theme and an open roof to allow natural light in. Centrally located, the Fox Hotel is within walking distance of Banff’s downtown and a short drive to Bow River and other popular destinations.

    Royal Canadian Lodge (Breakfast, Lunch)

    Biking: 10 miles (16 kilometers)

  • Day 4

    Hiking Sentinel Pass

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    Embark on a full-day hike over Sentinel Pass, rated one of the top hikes in Banff. Ascend from the turquoise waters of Moraine Lake past larch trees and alpine meadows. Take in spectacular vistas of Paradise Valley from nearly 8,900 feet atop the pass as you enjoy your lunch. Enjoy a delicious dinner before indulging in some well-earned relaxation time.

    Royal Canadian Lodge (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

    Hiking: 7 miles (11.2 kilometres)

  • Day 5

    Glacier hike on Athabasca Glacier

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    Wake up early today for a scenic morning drive along the Icefield Parkway past numerous ice fields and glaciers. Arrive at Athabasca Glacier on the edge of Jasper National Park, where you’ll be outfitted with crampons and walking sticks. Spend the afternoon hiking the glacier alongside a mountain guide, learning about its formation and the powerful way it shapes the land. Shuttle back to Banff for some time to relax before our farewell dinner.

    Royal Canadian Lodge (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

    Hiking: Athabasca Glacier: 3 hours

  • Day 6

    Hike around Johnson Lake, farewell!

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    A short shuttle will bring us to our trailhead where we will have time for one more hike around Johnson Lake. Shuttle back to Calgary to be dropped off at the airport or your hotel for your departure home.

    No Accommodation (Breakfast)

    Hiking: 2 miles (3.2 kilometers)

Banff & Jasper Family Vacation Departure Dates

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  • 3 months
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  • 1 year
USD $4699/per adult , USD $4299/per child

Child rates apply for children 12 years and under.

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What's Included

  • Our own highly experienced guides, with you from start to finish
  • Industry-leading Guest-to-Guide ratio (averaging 6:1)
  • Your own ‘Travel Wallet’, an online space with everything required for your trip
  • Our knowledgeable Customer Service Team to answer your queries - just a phone call, email or chat away
  • Customer Service pre-trip phone calls to ensure you’re 'trip ready'
  • All accommodations for the duration of your trip 
  • All meals except where indicated in the itinerary
  • Unlimited snacks to keep you fueled
  • Special ‘Wow!’ moments you'll never forget
  • All activities outlined in the itinerary
  • All necessary equipment (well-maintained and safe) for activities
  • All gratuities for hotels, restaurants, and activities 
  • All park and other entry fees 
  • Transportation in our air-conditioned vans - safe, clean, modern, and comfortable!

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Banff & Jasper Family Vacation - July 2023

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"Wonderful trip. Beautiful scenery.

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5 Stars (56 reviews)

M Morgan | July 2023

Banff & Jasper Family Vacation - July 2023

Fantastic Banff Area Family Trip

"This was our third trip with Austin Adventures. They truly know how to plan and execute a fantastic family vacation experience. We love finding hidden gems and learning from expert guides. The guides are able to pivot to accommodate the group's needs if needed and make the most of every experience. We absolutely loved the beauty of the Banff and Jasper areas and highly recommend this trip to any outdoor lovers. Our kids are 17,20, and 23 so we were able to truly explore this area thoroughly.

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"This was our third trip with Austin Adventures. They truly know how to plan… read more

"This was our third trip with Austin Adventures. They truly know how to plan and execute a fantastic family vacation experience. We love finding hidden gems and learning from expert guides. The guides are able to pivot to accommodate the group's needs if needed and make the most of every experience. We absolutely loved the beauty of the Banff and Jasper areas and highly recommend this trip to any outdoor lovers. Our kids are 17,20, and 23 so we were able to truly explore this area thoroughly. read less

5 Stars (56 reviews)

S Sally | July 2023

Banff & Jasper Family Vacation - June 2023

Our time in Canada with Sydney and Santana

"Our overall experience was excellent. Every activity exceeded our expectations but our guides made the trip memorable.

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"Our overall experience was excellent. Every activity exceeded our expectations but our guides made the… read more

"Our overall experience was excellent. Every activity exceeded our expectations but our guides made the trip memorable. read less

5 Stars (56 reviews)

T Tony | June 2023

Banff & Jasper Family Vacation - July 2022

Banff & Jasper Family Vacation

"We had a great time with Lisa and Tabs; they are fabulous guides and they are very personable and knowledgeable. We felt very spoiled by all the treats and the little touches. The food was really good and we were all very happy with our overall trip and experience.

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"We had a great time with Lisa and Tabs; they are fabulous guides and they… read more

"We had a great time with Lisa and Tabs; they are fabulous guides and they are very personable and knowledgeable. We felt very spoiled by all the treats and the little touches. The food was really good and we were all very happy with our overall trip and experience. read less

5 Stars (56 reviews)

B Barbara | July 2022

Banff & Jasper Family Vacation - July 2022

Banff & Jasper Family Vacation

"From the moment we were picked up at the hotel in Calgary, we knew that we had a special group of individuals leading our adventure. They were warm, welcoming, and ready to get moving. My kids were continually entertained, and the team did a fantastic job accommodating the entire group. It's hard trying to plan some of these activities when mother nature has other ideas, but they had a plan B and C in just such an event. Overall, our experience was phenomenal and we have already booked a trip for next year!

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"From the moment we were picked up at the hotel in Calgary, we knew that we had a special group of individuals leading our adventure. They were warm, welcoming, and ready to get moving. My kids were continually entertained, and the team did a fantastic job accommodating the entire group. It's hard trying to plan some of these activities when mother nature has other ideas, but they had a plan B and C in just such an event. Overall, our experience was phenomenal and we have already booked a trip for next year! read less

5 Stars (56 reviews)

L Luke | July 2022

Banff & Jasper Family Vacation - July 2022

Banff & Jasper Family Vacation

"This was a spectacular trip. Not only were the parks beautiful, but also our family loved all of the activities, the variety and the number of activities. Our Austin team was incredible - Will, Ian, Sydney - warm, welcoming and very experienced.

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"This was a spectacular trip. Not only were the parks beautiful, but also our family… read more

"This was a spectacular trip. Not only were the parks beautiful, but also our family loved all of the activities, the variety and the number of activities. Our Austin team was incredible - Will, Ian, Sydney - warm, welcoming and very experienced. read less

5 Stars (56 reviews)

P Paula | July 2022

Banff & Jasper Family Vacation - June 2022

Banff & Jasper Family Vacation

"Of course, the experience starts with the most wonderful guides. They are not only knowledgeable, but enthusiastic and encouraging as well. They're also some of the most accommodating people I have ever come across.

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"Of course, the experience starts with the most wonderful guides. They are not only knowledgeable,… read more

"Of course, the experience starts with the most wonderful guides. They are not only knowledgeable, but enthusiastic and encouraging as well. They're also some of the most accommodating people I have ever come across. read less

5 Stars (56 reviews)

L Leslie | June 2022

Banff & Jasper Family Vacation - June 2022

Banff & Jasper Family Vacation

"We had another (3rd) amazing adventure trip with Austin Adventures!!

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5 Stars (56 reviews)

D Daniel | June 2022

Banff & Jasper Family Vacation - August 2019

Banff & Jasper Family Vacation

"Great guides with knowledge of local landscape, patient with our group, flexible due to weather, nice customer service.
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"Great guides with knowledge of local landscape, patient with our group, flexible due to weather,… read more

"Great guides with knowledge of local landscape, patient with our group, flexible due to weather, nice customer service.
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5 Stars (56 reviews)

D Dulcie | August 2019

Banff & Jasper Family Vacation - August 2019

Banff & Jasper Family Vacation

"Fabulous trip as usual! Great family time and a chance to meet interesting people

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5 Stars (56 reviews)

K Kathy | August 2019

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B Brian | August 2019

Banff & Jasper Family Vacation - August 2019

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"Wonderful! Even better than our Yellowstone Trip last year!

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"Wonderful! Even better than our Yellowstone Trip last year! read more

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5 Stars (56 reviews)

D Dana | August 2019

Banff & Jasper Family Vacation - August 2019

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"Great guides. Heather and Lisa were fantastic.

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5 Stars (56 reviews)

D Dana | August 2019

Banff & Jasper Family Vacation - August 2019

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"Heather and Lisa guided us a yet another great AA trip. They did great with our 10 clients (3 families) trip and met every expectations for our 4th AA trip.

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"Heather and Lisa guided us a yet another great AA trip. They did great with… read more

"Heather and Lisa guided us a yet another great AA trip. They did great with our 10 clients (3 families) trip and met every expectations for our 4th AA trip. read less

5 Stars (56 reviews)

R Rick | August 2019

Banff & Jasper Family Vacation - July 2019

Banff & Jasper Family Vacation

"Wonderful Family Vacation
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Thirteen family members (6 children ranging from 12-16 and a 75 year old grama) traveled to Calgary to meet up with Will and Ian (our guides for the week) for our Canadian Rockies/Banff vacation!! Will and Ian work for Austin Adventures travel group. They offer fully planned vacations (which can be tailored) with guides who are chock full of great information, good stories, tricks of the trade and delicious recipes and snacks when it

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"Wonderful Family Vacation
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"Wonderful Family Vacation
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Reviewed 2 weeks ago

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Thirteen family members (6 children ranging from 12-16 and a 75 year old grama) traveled to Calgary to meet up with Will and Ian (our guides for the week) for our Canadian Rockies/Banff vacation!! Will and Ian work for Austin Adventures travel group. They offer fully planned vacations (which can be tailored) with guides who are chock full of great information, good stories, tricks of the trade and delicious recipes and snacks when it read less

5 Stars (56 reviews)

B Beverly | July 2019

Banff & Jasper Family Vacation - July 2019

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"Great itinerary, great guides

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4 Stars (56 reviews)

R Richard | July 2019

Banff & Jasper Family Vacation - July 2019

Banff & Jasper Family Vacation

"3rd and best adventure. Canadian Rockies were truly awesome to see and the guides were terrific. Perfect length, great hiking, bike ride and visits to quiet appropriate downtown shopping.

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"3rd and best adventure. Canadian Rockies were truly awesome to see and the guides were… read more

"3rd and best adventure. Canadian Rockies were truly awesome to see and the guides were terrific. Perfect length, great hiking, bike ride and visits to quiet appropriate downtown shopping. read less

5 Stars (56 reviews)

J Jeremy | July 2019

Banff & Jasper Family Vacation - July 2019

Banff & Jasper Family Vacation

"Well informed guides made for a safe, exciting adventure vacation. Non-stop laughter.

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5 Stars (56 reviews)

D Dana | July 2019

Banff & Jasper Family Vacation - July 2019

Banff & Jasper Family Vacation

"The scenery was amazing and our guides knew everything about the area.

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"The scenery was amazing and our guides knew everything about the area. read more

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5 Stars (56 reviews)

J Jeremy | July 2019

Banff & Jasper Family Vacation - June 2019

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Where does the trip start?

On the first morning of the trip, our two pick-up locations are Hotel 11 by Sonesta at 8:00am or the Sheraton Suites Calgary Eau Claire at 8:30am. You are welcome to book your pre-trip stay at either of these hotels directly or any other hotel in Calgary, though you must make your own way to one of the two pick-up points at the pre-designated times.

Where does the trip end?

Your trip ends with a drop-off at either the Calgary Airport at 1pm in time for flights below or at a hotel of your choice in Calgary around 1:30pm.

What flights would you recommend?

Arrival: We recommend arriving in Calgary at least the day before your trip starts. Many guests like to arrive a day or two early to accommodate potential flight delays and/or explore the city prior to your trip start.
Departure: Flying out on the last day of the trip, we recommend departing from Calgary after 3pm. Earlier flight times will require a separate transfer booked at your own expense.

Trip direction & alternative itineraries

Some departures for this trip run in the reverse direction, which means the stated itinerary will simply operate in reverse. Some departures for this trip also feature a hiking-focused itinerary, which differs from the one advertised. Contact us, or check your Travel Wallet once booked, to get the specific itinerary for your trip.

What is not included?

Flights to and from trip start/end points
Pre/Post Accommodation
Optional extra activities
Travel insurance
Gratuities for your guides

What should I bring with me on the first day?

When you speak with your guides the night before your trip, they will give you a detailed description of what to bring with you on Day 1. Typically, this includes a day pack with your rain jacket, sunglasses, hat, camera, etc. Anything you want easy access to during the day should go in your day pack as the rest of your luggage will go in the locked cargo trailer pulled behind the van. Your guides will provide you with a water bottle on the first morning of your trip and will always have water available for refills. There will be snacks available at all times in the van. Your guides will also have bug spray and sunscreen accessible for you to use.

Will I have contact with my guides before the trip starts?

Your guides will call your cell phone the night before your trip begins to touch base on the first day’s plan. If they don’t get through to you, they will leave a voicemail on your cell phone with all the details you need to plan for your first morning.

What are your recommended guide gratuity guidelines?

You will have 2-3 guides on your Austin Adventure (depending on group size). We recommend USD$20 per day, per guest, per guide. Typically, gratuities are offered by check or cash in local currency on the final morning of the trip and can either be given to each guide individually or to one guide to be equally distributed. Most of our guides these days also accept gratuities via Venmo (please note this app does not work in Canada). All dining, housekeeping and activity tips are included in your trip price.

How do rooming arrangements work?

Trip prices are based on shared arrangements (typically two guests per room), unless otherwise stated. For solo travelers, we’ll pair you with another person of the same gender to share rooms and if there’s no one suitable to share with, there’s no forced single supplement. However, if you specifically request your own rooms, you can opt to pay the single supplement. Solo travelers who book within 90 days of departure, where there are no other solo travelers willing to share, will be required to pay the single supplement. 

For Family Vacation bookings, families consisting of four guests traveling with children aged 17 and under will be automatically assigned one shared room. However, the following alternative rooming allocations are available:

  • Families consisting of four guests with all children aged 13 and above are welcome to opt for additional rooms as per advertised double occupancy adult rates.
  • Families consisting of four guests with at least one child aged 12 and under are automatically assigned a shared room. However, families can opt to pay the adult rates for all guests in their family to have an additional room.
  • The same principles apply for families consisting of more than four guests.

Rooming preferences are subject to availability and must be communicated in writing at time of booking. Automatic assignments as per this policy will be applied in the absence of any specification provided by guests. Any request for additional rooms during trips will be at guests’ own expense and subject to rates made available by the accommodation provider at the time. All minors (guests aged 17 and under) must be accompanied by at least one adult.

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Banff & Jasper Family Vacation

USD $4699/per adult
USD $4299/per child
$500 USD deposit per person required to secure your place on the trip

What To Expect

  • Place your booking
  • Receive your confirmation email & details to set up your Travel Wallet
  • Our dedicated team will keep you up to date all the way to the departure date

Dates

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June 2024

Sunday 23 June 2024
To Friday 28 June 2024
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Sunday 7 July 2024
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