8 days in Canada Itinerary

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Calgary
— 1 night
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Banff National Park
— 2 nights
Drive
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Jasper National Park
— 1 night
Drive
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Canmore
— 1 night
Drive
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Calgary
— 1 night

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Calgary — 1 night

Stampede City

Known as the "Stampede City" thanks to its world-famous annual rodeo, Calgary remains a tale of two cities.
On the 7th (Fri), browse the different shops at Stephen Avenue Walk and then take in panoramic vistas at Calgary Tower. Here are some ideas for day two: see the interesting displays at The Hangar Flight Museum and then get a dose of the wild on Yamnuska Wolfdog Sanctuary.

To see traveler tips, reviews, where to stay, and more tourist information, read Calgary trip itinerary builder website.

Use the Route module to see travel options from your home to Calgary. April in Calgary sees daily highs of 13°C and lows of 0°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 8th (Sat) early enough to go by car to Banff National Park.
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Banff National Park — 2 nights

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.
Step out of the city life by going to The Lake Louise Ski Resort and Peyto Lake. Go for a jaunt from Banff National Park to Yoho National Park to see Emerald Lake about 1h 10 min away. The adventure continues: explore the activities along Lake Louise and hike along Stanley Glacier Hike.

To find ratings, other places to visit, where to stay, and tourist information, go to the Banff National Park online trip itinerary maker.

Getting from Calgary to Banff National Park by car takes about 1.5 hours. Other options: take a bus. Prepare for slightly colder weather when traveling from Calgary in April: high temperatures in Banff National Park hover around 9°C and lows are around -4°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 11th (Tue) to allow time to drive to Jasper National Park.
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Jasper National Park — 1 night

The largest national park in the Canadian Rockies, sprawling Jasper National Park encompasses more than 10,000 sq km (4,200 sq mi) of largely unspoiled mountain wilderness.
For other places to visit, photos, ratings, and more tourist information, use the Jasper National Park itinerary planner.

Traveling by car from Banff National Park to Jasper National Park takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. In April in Jasper National Park, expect temperatures between 13°C during the day and -3°C at night. You will leave for Canmore on the 12th (Wed).
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Canmore — 1 night

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.
On the 12th (Wed), Head underground at Canmore Cave Tours.

To find traveler tips, reviews, where to stay, and other tourist information, read our Canmore trip itinerary builder app.

Getting from Jasper National Park to Canmore by car takes about 4 hours. Other options: take a bus. Expect a bit cooler weather when traveling from Jasper National Park in April: highs in Canmore hover around 9°C, while lows dip to -2°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 13th (Thu) so you can go by car to Calgary.
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Calgary — 1 night

Stampede City

Start off your visit on the 13th (Thu): head off the coast to Prince's Island Park and then get into the urban bustle at Central Library.

To find traveler tips, ratings, and more tourist information, read Calgary road trip site.

Traveling by car from Canmore to Calgary takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a shuttle; or take a bus. Traveling from Canmore in April, you will find days in Calgary are a bit warmer (13°C), and nights are about the same (0°C). You'll set off for home on the 14th (Fri).
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Canada travel guide

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Most people remember their holiday in Canada by the country's great outdoors, yet this sprawling land of hulking mountains and rocky coastlines also boasts numerous modern cities, home to some of the world's finest dining, shopping, and entertainment options. Made for leisurely road trips, North America's biggest country features vast landscapes still unspoiled by mass tourism. A tour of Canada reveals a place packed with diverse cultures, living in tolerance and enjoying one of the highest standards of living in the world. If the vastness of those natural landscapes overwhelms you at any point during your Canada vacation, head to the openhearted cities of Vancouver, Toronto, or Montreal, ideal destinations for art lovers, history buffs, shopaholics, fashionistas, and impassioned foodies.
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