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Road Trips & Itineraries

Be prepared to pull over. A lot.

With so much land to explore in Alberta, it can help to start with a plan.

The journey is often as rewarding the destination, and this is certainly the case in Alberta. Road trips are kind of a big deal here. From scenic mountain drives to expansive fields of yellow canola, picturesque hoodoo formations and more, you'll want to keep your camera handy.

Featured road trips & itineraries

11 Days

Landscapes and Cultural Discovery

Immerse yourself in a culturally-infused journey punctuated with remarkable landscapes, historic sites and natural wonders.

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Two travellers stand in an eroded landscape, surrounded by sand-coloured rock formations in the Canadian Badlands.
3 Days

Alberta’s Canadian Badlands Road Trip

Start from Calgary and travel back to prehistoric times to the Dinosaur Capital of the World: Drumheller, Alberta. Hike through hoodoos, explore abandoned coal mines and admire one of the world’s largest collections of dinosaur fossils at the Royal Tyrrell Museum.

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Two large, dark brown horses pull a luxurious sleigh along the snow-covered Lake Louise at sunrise.
9 Days

Alberta Winter Wonderland Road Trip

This inspiring Alberta winter road trip takes you to from icons like the Calgary Tower to the postcard-perfect rocky peaks of Banff and Lake Louise. Drive the frosty and scenic Icefields Parkway to Jasper National Park, and finish in Edmonton’s lively downtown. Discover legendary ski resorts, frozen waterfalls, dog sledding, and cozy sleigh rides, plus unique cultural stops and stargazing under dark skies.

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A skier carving and skiing down an intermediate run, under the chairlift, at Banff Sunshine Village.
9 Days

Alberta Ski Itinerary

Get ready for an unforgettable Alberta ski itinerary that takes you to the heart of the Canadian Rockies. Choose your adventure: Carve fresh tracks at Mt. Norquay, Banff Sunshine, Lake Louise Ski Resort or Marmot Basin in Jasper National Park. Along the way, explore charming mountain towns, soak in natural hot springs, and experience winter adventures like dog sledding and ice walks.

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scenic view of mountains surrounded by a shallow body of water, a tour boat is coming to shore, rocks and trees in view
3D Tour
5 Days

Indigenous Cultures and Iconic Rockies

Experience Métis Crossing and explore Alberta’s capital before making your way to the mountain town of Jasper.

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Step away from the crowds and reap the spectacular rewards of the mountains, waterfalls and canyons of David Thompson Country in Alberta's West Country.

Featured stories

Two pack rafters on the beautiful turquoise Cline River.

8 min read

Get Inspired for Your Getaway to Canada’s Alberta

Embrace the new and unknown, the exciting experiences and the serene moments. Face your wild in Canada’s Wild Side.

The two-tiered Crescent Falls cascades into a rocky canyon, framed by evergreen trees and a purple-orange sunset.

6 min read

The Top Things to Do in Alberta's David Thompson Country

David Thompson Country is Alberta’s untamed mountain playground, stretching along the eastern slopes of the Canadian Rockies. Less travelled than Banff or Jasper, this region offers raw beauty and year-round adventure.

Two girls watching a cowboy holding a horse in a corral at Warner Stables in Banff National Park.

5 min read

Saddle Up for Adventure at Alberta's Most Authentic Ranch Experiences

Fill your boots with authentic Western adventures on Alberta ranch experiences suited to all ages and abilities.

4 min read

A Guide to Accessible Travel in Alberta

Former Canadian junior hockey player and accessibility advocate Ryan Straschnitzki shares his tips for getting to and around Alberta.

4 min read

How to Get Around Banff Without a Car

Want to know the best way to see Banff? Without a car. Easy and eco-friendly buses will take you anywhere. Or go human-powered and rent a bike or e-bike.

An RV travels along a prairie road in Alberta.

4 min read

Seven Road Trips for Outdoor Adventures in Northwest Alberta

This off-the-beaten track region of Alberta is flush with beaches and mountains, epic water slides, plus dinosaur and distillery adventures.

A man stands on top of a rock looking out at some hoodoos beside a river in the Canadian badlands.

5 min read

4 Indigenous Road Trips to Take This Summer

Follow in the footsteps of Alberta’s Indigenous people on this road trip adventure. Take in stunning scenery on a guided hike, camp in a real tipi, learn about medicinal plants on a medicine walk, or shop for authentic arts and crafts.