MOUNTAIN VACATION

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There is no better place for a mountain vacation than Banff National Park. Canada’s first wilderness preserve, nestled in the heart of Alberta’s Rocky Mountains, the park is home to the historic town of Banff and village of Lake Louise. Offering quiet cabins, luxurious hotels, First Nations art, friendly cafes and fine dining, Banff has it all.

In 1883, two years before the driving of the last spike marked the completion of Canada’s first transcontinental railroad, three railway workers discovered natural hot springs near where the Banff townsite is located today. Visionary William Cornelius Van Horne recognized the area’s tourism potential as a luxury mountain vacation destination and consequently directed the construction of the elegant Banff Springs Hotel in 1888. Known today as “The Castle in the Rockies”, the hotel is recognized and admired around the world as a testament to an age when architects built monuments fashioned after prominent European castles and lodges. Since then, the mountain vacation experience has never been the same.

Experience for yourself luxury in the wilderness by spending days at play on skis, on foot or on horseback, followed by “taking to the waters” at the Banff Upper Hot Springs or by indulging in European-style spa treatments. Plan a mountain vacation to stimulate the senses with views of magnificent glaciers, snow-capped peaks, dazzling alpine meadows and a plethora of outdoor adventures.

With more than 50 species of mammals and 300 species of birds, a mountain vacation here offers you some of the best wildlife viewing in the world, thanks to restrictions on hunting and infrastructure development in the park. Your Banff mountain vacation will provide great opportunities to spot bears, elk, bighorn sheep, coyotes, wolves and moose to name a few. Good Earth Travel Adventures’ intimate knowledge of Banff promises you the best wildlife viewing locations, most rewarding lookouts and local’s favourite dining establishments.

RECOMMENDED TRIPS

Classic Canadian Rockies Explorer – a wonderful experience featuring the three most popular destinations of Banff, Lake Louise and Jasper in one complete trip.

True West Experience – Immerse yourself in spectacular beauty as you explore both the popular and more remote destinations in and around Canada’s mountain parks.

Lake Louise and Banff Getaway - explore both of these popular destinations in Banff National Park while staying at the Canadian Rockies most famous resort hotels.

Great Lodges of the Rockies - Explore some of the most picturesque views in the National Parks of Jasper, Yoho and Banff while staying at each region's finest mountain lodges.

Banff and Emerald Lake Explorer – an intimate Canadian Rockies journey (our most popular!) with at stay at the famous Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel.

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