Neighbouring British Columbia, Alberta’s western boundary runs through the spectacular Rocky Mountains. With some of the most stunning alpine landscapes within the country, this diverse province also boasts sweeping prairies, rolling farmland, lush forests and beautiful lakes.
The Canadian Rockies
Without a doubt one of Alberta’s main attractions is the awe-inspiring Banff National Park, which is the best known of the Rocky Mountain national parks. The magnificent scenery, comprising mountain peaks, forests, glacial lakes and powerful rivers, covers an area of some 6,641 sq km (2,564 sq miles).
No two explorers are the same, so you have the freedom to craft your experience exactly how you want.
Trip ideas
-
Rockies Heli-Hiking Adventure
Canada IndependentExperience the magnificent Canadian Rockies on an incredible ten day adventure, using helicopters to reach areas few get to visit. Witness some of the world’s most glorious mountain scenery on guided hiking and walking excursions.
From £5044 Excluding Flights
-
Gems of Southern Alberta
Canada Self DriveDelve deeper into Alberta’s rich history, culture and varied landscapes on this off the beaten track self-drive itinerary taking in the Canadian Badlands and provincial parks.
From £1424 Excluding Flights
-
Canadian Family Adventure: Glaciers and Dinosaurs
Canada Self DriveFrom the Rockies to the Badlands, this epic Canadian adventure encompasses glaciers, mountains hoodoos and dinosaurs, with a choice of activities to appeal to kids of all ages.
From £1427 Excluding Flights
-
Totem Discovery
Canada Self DriveThis best of the west self drive includes wildlife, waterways, wilderness and mountains.
From £3061 Excluding Flights
-
Rockies and Rainforests
Canada Self DriveExplore the very best of Alberta and British Columbia on this 12-day self-drive holiday starting in Calgary and ending in the cosmopolitan city of Vancouver.
From £2114 Excluding Flights
-
Discover Whistler and the Rockies
Canada Self DriveThis compact self-drive itinerary focuses on two of Canada’s most beautiful areas.
From £1076 Excluding Flights
-
Trans Canada Rail Adventure
Canada Independent RailTake an unforgettable rail journey across Canada from the Atlantic to the Pacific.
From £6285 Excluding Flights
-
Passage through the Rockies
Canada EscortedExperience the Canadian Rockies on this escorted journey from Calgary to Vancouver
From £3575 Excluding Flights
-
Hiking the Rockies
Canada EscortedLace up your walking boots to explore the hidden corners of the Canadian Rockies on this small group tour
From £2730 Excluding Flights
-
Rocky Mountains in Depth
Canada Self DriveThis fly drive delivers mesmerising alpine views through the heart of the Canadian Rockies.
From £1017 Excluding Flights
Trip experiences
Accommodation ideas
Other Canada regions
-
British Columbia
From the rugged Pacific coastline to soaring mountain peaks, via rainforests, lakes and vineyards; British Columbia’s scenic splendour provides the perfect backdrop for a Canadian adventure.
-
Manitoba
Located in central Canada, along with Saskatchewan, Manitoba's landscapes are diverse - from the prairie grasslands in the south and west to the east's countless lakes and forests, with a wild north stretching into sub-Arctic tundra.
-
Newfoundland and Labrador
Newfoundland and Labrador make up Canada’s most easterly province, best known for its rugged landscapes, icebergs and abundant marine wildlife. The region also boasts a colourful past influenced by marauding Vikings, indigenous Beothuck Indians, Basque whalers and a strong dose of Irish settlers.
-
Ontario
Canada’s second largest province is over one million square miles stretching from the Great Lakes to the frozen shores of Hudson Bay. Much of the north is relatively inaccessible and sparsely populated, in contrast to the south with its fertile lands, home to Toronto and the famous Niagara Falls.
-
Quebec
French-speaking Québec is a vast province renowned for its thriving culture, cuisine and entertainment. Venture into thick forests for the chance to see black bears and moose, while the mighty St Lawrence River offers exceptional whale watching.
-
The Maritimes
Coastal charm exudes from the provinces of Nova Scotia, New Brunswick and Prince Edward Island that comprise the Maritimes in eastern Canada. Picture perfect villages, a wealth of nautical history, rugged coastal scenery and rolling landscapes make this a very popular region for visitors.
-
Yukon and the Northwest Territories
The Yukon and the Northwest Territories form Canada's wild frontier, with rugged landscapes, immense wilderness and a colourful history of Inuits, traders and gold prospectors.
