π¨π¦ Banff 7-Day Epic Road Trip Itinerary
Last June, I explored Banff with friendsβand the afterglow is still real! ποΈ Snow-capped peaks, glaciers, emerald lakes, starry skies... It felt like walking through a filter! Hereβs our detailed 7D6N self-drive guide + cost breakdown (~$6K CAD per person) covering Banff, Yoho & Jasper National Parksβall highlights, zero rush, with dreamy stays! π― π₯ Itinerary Snapshot Day 1: Land in Calgary β Drive to Canmore (charming mountain town! π‘) Day 2: Lake Minnewanka cruise π’ + Sulphur Mountain gondola (panoramic views! π ) + Explore Banff Town ποΈ Day 3: Double lake magic! Sunrise at Moraine Lake π β Lake Louise (blue ice! π) β Stay at Emerald Lake Lodge (cabin with lake views! π) Day 4: Canoe on Emerald Lake π£ββοΈ (like a fairy tale!) β Icefields Parkway: Bow Lake, Peyto Lake, Waterfowl Lake β Overnight at Glacier View Lodge (icefield vistas! βοΈ) Day 5: Ice Explorer on Athabasca Glacier π + Glacier Skywalk β Arrive in Jasper Town Day 6: Maligne Lake cruise to Spirit Island π§ββοΈ (next-level beauty!) + Medicine Lake (mystical vibes!) Day 7: Shop at CrossIron Mills Outlet β¨ β Fly home from Calgary βοΈ π‘ Where We Stayed First 2 nights: Cozy & affordable lodges in Canmore (mountain vibes! β°οΈ) Night 3: Emerald Lake Lodge β Wake up to misty lake views! π«οΈ Night 4: Glacier View Lodge β Private icefield panoramas + epic stargazing! π Last 2 nights: Downtown Jasper (easy dining/shopping! οΏ½) π° Cost Breakdown (for 2 people) βοΈ Flights: ~$650 CAD π Rental car + gas: ~$800 CAD (7 days) π¨ Accommodation: ~$3000 CAD (6 nights) π½οΈ Food: ~$800 CAD ποΈ Activities/souvenirs: ~$1000 CAD TOTAL: ~$6250 CAD π Must-Know Tips π Best time: June-Sept (lakes thawed, roads open, all activities available!) π« Book early: Sulphur Mountain gondola, Ice Explorer, Maligne Lake cruise sell out fast in peak season! π§₯ Packing: Mountain weather is wildβbring windproof jackets, light down, hats, sunglasses & hiking shoes! #CanadaTravel #Banff #Jasper #Yoho #RockyMountains #RoadTrip #TravelGuide #AdventureAwaits #ExploreCanada #NatureLovers