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# Banff & Canadian Rockies, Canada

> Electric blue glacial lakes, majestic alpine peaks, and fairytale mountain lodges

## About the destination

Banff y las Montañas Rocosas Canadienses son la opción perfecta para parejas que sueñan con una luna de miel envuelta en la grandeza de la naturaleza alpina. Rodeados por imponentes picos nevados, densos bosques de coníferas y lagos de un deslumbrante azul turquesa como Lake Louise y Moraine Lake, los novios disfrutan de un ambiente acogedor y elegante. Ya sea remando en canoa de madera al atardecer, sumergiéndose en las aguas termales de Banff Upper Hot Springs o contemplando auroras boreales junto a la chimenea de un chalet de madera, la magia de las Rocosas crea una experiencia romántica incomparable.

## Scores (0-10)

- **Overall**: 9.3
- **Romance**: 9.2
- **Adventure**: 9.6
- **Nature**: 10
- **Culture**: 8
- **Food**: 8.6

## Indicative budget

- **Average return flight**: 800 € per person
- **Accommodation per night**: 220 €
- **Daily expenses**: 75 € per person

## When to go

- **Best months**: June to September (summer) or December to March (snow)

### Pros

- Breathtaking mountain landscapes and crisp alpine air
- Historic grand luxury hotels like Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise
- Abundant year-round outdoor adventure opportunities

### Cons

- High demand and hotel rates during peak summer season
- Strict parking management and shuttle requirements at key lakes

## 15-day itinerary

### Day 1 — Arrival in Calgary and Drive to Banff

Fly into Calgary, pick up your rental car, and take the scenic highway drive into alpine Banff village.

### Day 2 — Banff Town and Gondola Excursion

Ride the Banff Gondola to the summit of Sulphur Mountain for panoramic 360 degree mountain views.

### Day 3 — Hot Springs and Lake Minnewanka

Soak in Banff Upper Hot Springs followed by a romantic scenic boat cruise on Lake Minnewanka.

### Day 4 — The Jewel of Lake Louise

Transfer to the iconic Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise and paddle a red wooden canoe over turquoise waters.

### Day 5 — Sunrise at Moraine Lake

Sunrise visit to world famous Moraine Lake in the Valley of the Ten Peaks for unforgettable photos.

### Day 6 — The Icefields Parkway Drive

Embark on one of the world's most spectacular scenic drives past ancient glaciers and roaring waterfalls.

### Day 7 — Athabasca Glacier Ice Walk

Ride the Ice Explorer onto Athabasca Glacier ice and step onto the glass floored Skywalk canyon view.

### Day 8 — Jasper National Park Exploration

Hike through Maligne Canyon and take a boat cruise to picturesque Spirit Island on Maligne Lake.

### Day 9 — Wildlife Safari in Jasper

Early morning photo safari searching for black bears, grizzlies, elk, and mountain goats.

### Day 10 — Johnston Canyon Walk

Drive back south with a scenic stop to walk along the catwalks suspended inside Johnston Canyon.

### Day 11 — Yoho National Park & Emerald Lake

Cross into British Columbia to admire Emerald Lake's intense hue and Takakkaw Falls.

### Day 12 — Canmore and Mountain Trail Ride

Stroll through mountain town Canmore with an optional guided horseback ride through pine forests.

### Day 13 — Spa Day and Canadian Fine Dining

Hydrotherapy soak for two followed by a regional fine dining dinner of bison or wild Pacific salmon.

### Day 14 — Final Alpine Sunset

Last minute shopping along Banff Avenue's wooden storefronts and cozy wine sipping by the fire.

### Day 15 — Return to Calgary and Flight Home

Drive back to Calgary International Airport to drop off your car and catch your return flight.

## Good to know

- Banff National Park is Canada's first national park, established in 1885 after the discovery of natural thermal hot springs.
- The vivid turquoise color of Lake Louise and Moraine Lake is caused by 'rock flour' (fine glacial silt) suspended in the meltwater.

## Links

- [Web version of this guide](https://weddings.help/en/luna-de-miel/banff)