A Grand Finale in Banff National Park
Experience the grandeur of Banff National Park, Canada's first and most famous national park. This final day of your Rocky Mountain adventure showcases the natural beauty and geological wonders that have made Banff an international destination for over a century. From soaring mountain viewpoints to cascading waterfalls and unique rock formations, discover the diverse landscapes that define this protected wilderness area. The journey concludes with time to explore the charming alpine town of Banff, with its picturesque streets, shops, and stunning mountain backdrop
Journey Highlights:
Banff Sulphur Mountain Gondola (optional$$): Soar to an elevation of 2,281 metres on a state-of-the-art gondola for breathtaking 360° views of six mountain ranges and the Bow Valley below (stop for about 90 minutes)
Johnston Canyon: Explore this dramatic limestone canyon with its series of waterfalls, catwalks, and forest paths that showcase the power of erosion over millennia (stop for about 60 minutes)
Bow Falls: Visit this wide, cascading waterfall near the Banff Springs Hotel, which gained fame as a filming location for “The River of No Return” in the 1950s (stop for about 15 minutes)
Surprise Corner: Discover one of the most iconic viewpoints in Banff, offering the perfect vantage point to photograph the majestic “Castle in the Rockies” - the Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel (stop for about 15 minutes)
Hoodoos: Marvel at these unique geological formations - tall spires of rock created by differential erosion that stand like sentinels overlooking the Bow Valley (stop for about 15 minutes)
Banff Town: Enjoy free time in this charming alpine town with its array of shops, galleries, cafes and restaurants nestled among stunning mountain scenery (stop for about 90 minutes)