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canada's Wild side

Holidays in Alberta have something for everyone, with outdoor adventures, wellness escapes and cultural experiences.

Play big under big skies

Dog sledding through mountain passes, skiing the Canadian Rockies, skating trails along urban river valleys—winters here are packed with thrilling activities and stunning sights you won’t want to miss.

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Unwind in wilder ways

Take this winter as an opportunity to slow down and recharge. Whether with hydrotherapy circuits, modern spas or Indigenous-led medicine walks, wellness experiences in Alberta reveal different ways to relax.

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Connect with culture

Indigenous experiences have the power to transform and ground you. Get to know the diverse Indigenous cultures across Alberta through guided medicine walks, a fireside chat, land-based experiences, traditional workshops and wilderness tours.

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Answer the call of the wild

Get to know the welcoming places and wide-open spaces of Alberta.

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Wide-open skies and sparkling snow await at Lake Louise Ski Resort. (Banff National Park)
Saunas and good company have a way of soothing the soul. (Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge, Jasper National Park)
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Admire mountain and valley views from the comfort of a dog sled. (Spray Lakes, Kananaskis Country)
Stay at Saddle Hill Ranch Cabins, where Alberta’s wild skies come to life. (Pincher Creek, Southern Rockies)

See where to stay this winter

Cap off incredible days with an incredible stay. From luxury hotels to mountain cabins to themed cottages, Alberta has endless unique places to spend the night.

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Banff Springs Hotel illuminated at night.

Discover your ideal winter itinerary

An idyllic winter moment on Banff Avenue at dusk, with shops lining either side of a street that seems to lead toward a mountain.
3 days
Banff & Lake Louise Mountain Tour

Three ideal winter days in Banff and Lake Louise, from dog sledding and gondola rides to skiing world-class slopes and warming up with great food.

Two large, dark brown horses pull a luxurious sleigh along the snow-covered Lake Louise at sunrise.
9 days
Alberta Winter Wonderland Road Trip

A winter road trip through Calgary, Banff, Jasper and Edmonton, packed with snowy adventures and cozy indoor warmups to reveal the best of winter.

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