Day 1: Fly to Calgary
Welcome to Calgary, affectionately known as “Cowtown”, a nod to the legendary event
you're about to experience! Begin your visit with a guided city tour, where you'll discover the history, highlights, and hidden gems of Alberta’s largest city. Afterward, check in to your centrally located hotel and take some time to settle in and refresh. Later, reconvene with your group for a warm welcome dinner to kick off your adventure in true Western style.
Stay: Hilton Garden Inn, Calgary (5 nights)
Meals: L, D
Day 2: Calgary Stampede Parade, Free Time in Calgary & Chuck Wagon Races
Put on your cowboy boots and get ready for a Stampede tradition! After breakfast, enjoy the Stampede Parade from your reserved bleacher seats, with great views of all the excitement. After the parade, take some time for yourself; enjoy the hotel amenities or discover Calgary independently. Regroup later in the afternoon and head to the Stampede Grounds for the famous Chuck Wagon Races and Grand Stand Show! Your reserved seats offer you great views of all the action.
Meals: B
Day 3: Calgary Stampede Rodeo & Free Time
After a late night, take the morning to relax and recharge; you’ll need the energy for another exciting day at the Stampede! This afternoon, experience the thrill of the Rodeo, where the world’s top cowboys and cowgirls go head-to-head with powerful bulls and lightning-fast steers in a high-energy showcase of skill and grit. Following the Rodeo, enjoy some free time to explore the Stampede grounds at your own pace. Whether you're hunting for unique souvenirs, indulging in classic fair treats, or tracking down the perfect spot for dinner, the evening is yours to enjoy.
Meals:
B
Day 4: Banff & Lake Louise
Travel to Lake Louise,
one of the world’s most iconic and photographed glacial lakes. Begin your day with a stroll along the shoreline, soaking in the stunning alpine scenery. Then, head to the charming town of Banff to explore its vibrant downtown at your own pace. Enjoy lunch at a local café or restaurant (on your own). In the afternoon, unwind with a serene guided float tour down the Bow River, a designated UNESCO World Heritage Site. This gentle 7 km stretch requires no paddling and offers a unique opportunity to spot local wildlife and capture incredible photos of the hoodoos, striking natural rock formations that line the river valley. As evening approaches, ascend to the summit of Sulphur Mountain
aboard the Banff Gondola. At the top, take in sweeping panoramic views before enjoying a delicious group dinner with a mountain-top backdrop.
Meals: B, D
Day 5: Dinosaur Provincial Park
After breakfast, board the coach for Dinosaur Provincial Park. A heritage site “like nowhere else on earth,” this is Badlands Canada! Today, the park covers over 8,000 hectares of groves and cottonwood plains and is home to birds, coyotes, and rabbits, but 75 million years ago, the land was different. Underfoot, dinosaur bones are abundant. Learn about the diverse fossil discoveries and geological history as you tour the park with a local step-on guide. Return to the hotel and freshen up for your farewell dinner at the Calgary Tower, the tallest structure outside of Toronto. Experience the innovative cuisine of Sky 360, are revolving restaurant with the best views in Calgary.
Meals: B, L, D
Day 6: Travel Home
After breakfast at the hotel, transfer to the airport for your return flight home, full of Stampede memories.
Meals:
B
