Alberta Classics Road Trip

Itinerary best for

Families
Outdoor Enthusiasts
Nature Lovers

This is an essential Alberta road trip from Edmonton to Calgary via the Icefields Parkway in the Canadian Rockies.

See with your own eyes why Alberta’s Icefields Parkway has been called one of the most stunning road trips on Earth. You’ll start in Alberta’s capital city of Edmonton, then spend time in Jasper National Park before pointing your wheels south down the Icefields Parkway. Enjoy waterfalls, turquoise lakes and maybe a glacier walk.

At a glance

7-day itinerary
1,070 km (665 mi) total distance
14 hrs 50 mins drive time
Your starting point is in Edmonton

6 destinations

Starts in

Edmonton

Day 1 drive time: 46 min, 23 km (14 mi)

Day 1

Edmonton

Spend your first day learning about Edmonton’s vibrant history and exploring the vast River Valley.

High Level Bridge Streetcar

Hop aboard the High Level Bridge Streetcar in Edmonton and take a trip back in time! This charming, vintage streetcar has been in operation since 1980 and is one of only a handful of historic streetcars still running in Canada. It's the perfect way to experience the city's history in style.

A couple rides Segways along the North Saskatchewan River Valley in Edmonton

River Valley Adventure Co. Segway Adventures

Get ready to feel like a futuristic explorer with the River Valley Adventure Co. Segway Adventures in Edmonton! Glide through the picturesque River Valley on a self-balancing electric Segway, while learning about the area's rich history and wildlife from your knowledgeable guide.

Fort Edmonton Park

Step back in time and experience the history of Edmonton in a whole new way at Fort Edmonton Park! This living history museum is a unique and exciting way to learn about the region's past, with authentic buildings, costumed interpreters and interactive exhibits that bring history to life.