6 days in Calgary, Canmore & Banff National Park Itinerary

Known as the "Stampede City" thanks to its world-famous annual rodeo, Calgary remains a tale of two cities.

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Houston, USA to Calgary is an approximately 7.5-hour flight. You can also drive; or do a combination of bus, train, and car. The time zone difference when traveling from Houston to Calgary is minus 1 hour. Prepare for much colder weather when traveling from Houston in September: high temperatures in Calgary hover around 63°F and lows are around 41°F. You'll set off for Canmore on the 11th (Mon).

Bordered by the spectacular peaks of the Alberta Rockies, within a stone's throw of Banff National Park, the town of Canmore serves as an excellent base for outdoor adventures.

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Traveling by car from Calgary to Canmore takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a shuttle; or take a bus. In September, daytime highs in Canmore are 61°F, while nighttime lows are 37°F. You will have some time to spend on the 13th (Wed) before leaving for Banff National Park.

Among the world's oldest national parks, Banff National Park serves as a World Heritage-listed mecca for cyclists, hikers, skiers, bird-watchers, mountain climbers, and anyone else with a passion for exploring vast untouched wildernesses.

Start off your visit on the 13th (Wed): explore the activities along Lake Louise, then get great views at Fairview Lookout, then get to know the fascinating history of Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise, and finally trek along Saddleback Pass. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: contemplate the waterfront views at Minnewanka Loop / Lake Johnson, admire the natural beauty at Cascade Gardens, trek along Banff Legacy Trail, then relax and rejuvenate at Cedar & Sage Co. Banff's Holistic Lounge, and finally hike along Ink Pots Hiking Trail.

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Banff National Park is just a stone's throw from Canmore. Traveling from Canmore in September, you will find days in Banff National Park are little chillier (56°F), and nights are about the same (36°F). Wrap up your sightseeing on the 14th (Thu) early enough to drive to Canmore.

On the 15th (Fri), contemplate the waterfront views at Upper Kananaskis Lake, shake up your sightseeing with Yamnuska Mountain Adventures - Day Tours, and then stroll through Bow Glacier Falls.

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Canmore is just a short distance from Banff National Park. Finish your sightseeing early on the 16th (Sat) to allow enough time to drive to Calgary.

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Traveling by car from Canmore to Calgary takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a shuttle; or take a bus. You'll set off for home on the 16th (Sat).