8 days in North America Itinerary

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

To see more things to do, other places to visit, where to stay, and more tourist information, refer to the Calgary travel route planning tool.

If you are flying in from United States, the closest major aiport is Calgary International Airport. In September, daytime highs in Calgary are 63°F, while nighttime lows are 41°F. You'll have a few hours on the 2nd (Sat) to wrap things up before traveling to Golden.

Shining from its nook in the Rocky Mountain Trench, the town of Golden lives up to its name, with memorable scenery at every turn.

To find photos, other places to visit, more things to do, and more tourist information, go to the Golden road trip site.

You can drive from Calgary to Golden in 3 hours. Another option is to take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 64°F in September, and nighttime lows around 43°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 3rd (Sun) so you can travel to Yoho National Park.

Named after the Cree word used to express awe, Yoho National Park encompasses awe-inspiring natural wonders, including tall waterfalls, soaking peaks, and vertical rock walls attracting adrenaline junkies from around the globe.

Kick off your visit on the 3rd (Sun): contemplate the waterfront views at Emerald Lake, explore the striking landscape at Natural Bridge, and then take in the dramatic scenery at Takakkaw Falls.

To find other places to visit, where to stay, reviews, and more tourist information, refer to the Yoho National Park planning tool.

Use the Route module to find suitable travel options from Golden to Yoho National Park. Prepare for a bit cooler weather when traveling from Golden in September: high temperatures in Yoho National Park hover around 56°F and lows are around 36°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 3rd (Sun) early enough to travel to 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.

On the 3rd (Sun), explore the activities along Lake Minnewanka.

For reviews, traveler tips, more things to do, and more tourist information, read Banff National Park road trip planner.

The Route module can help you plan travel from Yoho National Park to Banff National Park. In September, daytime highs in Banff National Park are 56°F, while nighttime lows are 36°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 3rd (Sun) to allow time to drive to Canmore.

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.

For reviews, more things to do, maps, and other tourist information, read our Canmore itinerary builder website.

Canmore is just a short distance from Banff National Park. In September, plan for daily highs up to 61°F, and evening lows to 37°F. You'll set off for Banff National Park on the 4th (Mon).

Kick off your visit on the 4th (Mon): hike along Tunnel Mountain Trail, then stroll through Johnston Canyon, and then take in the awesome beauty at Sulphur Mountain.

To find traveler tips, reviews, ratings, and tourist information, read Banff National Park trip itinerary planning website.

Banff National Park is just a stone's throw from Canmore. Expect a bit cooler weather when traveling from Canmore in September: highs in Banff National Park hover around 56°F, while lows dip to 36°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 4th (Mon) so you can drive to Canmore.

For where to stay, more things to do, other places to visit, and more tourist information, read Canmore trip planner.

Canmore is just a stone's throw from Banff National Park. You'll have a few hours on the 5th (Tue) to wrap things up before traveling to Banff National Park.

On the 5th (Tue), explore the activities along Moraine Lake, then contemplate the waterfront views at Lake Louise, then tour the pleasant surroundings at Beehive Circuit Trail, and finally get to know the fascinating history of Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise.

To find more things to do, other places to visit, where to stay, and other tourist information, refer to the Banff National Park trip planning website.

Banff National Park is very close to Canmore. While traveling from Canmore, expect slightly colder days and about the same nights in Banff National Park, ranging from highs of 56°F to lows of 36°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 5th (Tue) early enough to go by car to Canmore.

Start your trip to Canmore by creating a personalized itinerary on Klarna Trips.

Canmore is just a stone's throw from Banff National Park. Finish your sightseeing early on the 6th (Wed) to allow enough time to drive to Jasper National Park.

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.

Kick off your visit on the 7th (Thu): take a memorable drive along Columbia Ice Field.

For traveler tips, ratings, where to stay, and tourist information, read our Jasper National Park road trip planner.

You can drive from Canmore to Jasper National Park in 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. September in Jasper National Park sees daily highs of 64°F and lows of 36°F at night. You'll set off for Banff National Park on the 9th (Sat).

Kick off your visit on the 9th (Sat): take in the awesome beauty at Sulphur Mountain and then trek along Tunnel Mountain Trail.

To see traveler tips, other places to visit, reviews, and more tourist information, go to the Banff National Park itinerary planner.

Traveling by car from Jasper National Park to Banff National Park takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. Traveling from Jasper National Park in September, expect nights in Banff National Park to be about the same, around 36°F, while days are little chillier, around 56°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 9th (Sat) early enough to drive back home.