Canadian Cowboy Adventure

15-Day, 4-Star Holiday from £3,390 pp (Flights Included)

 

Based on two people travelling. Prices may vary; low season can be cheaper, while peak season or 5-star hotels will increase costs.

 

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Calgary (Alberta)
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Day 1
Once you arrive in Calgary, pick up your car hire and make your way downtown to your hotel. The rest of the day is yours to explore this former frontier town—perhaps visit Heritage Park or head up Calgary Tower for a 360-degree view of the landscapes below.
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Day 2
Leaving the city behind and heading east, you enter the Badlands – a region showcasing the geological and palaeontological history of the last 200 million years. This area is one of the largest accessible dinosaur fields in the world, producing thousands of fossils with new discoveries every year. Visit the Royal Tyrrell Museum, which tells the story of the ancient animals that roamed the land eons ago.
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Days 3 - 5
Today you’ll journey across Alberta, crossing into Saskatchewan – the Bread Basket of Canada. Although famous for its wheat fields, the province boasts a diverse environment of rolling plains, forests, and waterways. Upon arriving at La Reata Ranch, the next two days are yours to explore this beautiful landscape on horseback during the day and spend the evenings experiencing the social life of a Canadian cowboy. With knowledgeable guides, you’ll discover the natural wonders, history, and stories of the land’s ancient and modern peoples. The ranch offers a fantastic opportunity to see how cowboys lived and worked, and how a modern ranch has adapted to today’s world.
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Day 6
The journey today takes you farther into the heart of Saskatchewan, passing lakes, grasslands, and the vast expanse of the 'Big Sky.' Arriving in Moose Jaw, you find yourself in what was once one of only two major settlements in the province during its early years. As a result, the cultures of immigrants who came to the prairies over the last century have left their mark on the buildings and architecture of this small but intriguing town. Explore the Asian influences in the area with a historical tour and re-enactment in the tunnels beneath the town’s streets. Afterwards, visit the Heritage Centre of the world-famous Royal Canadian Mounted Police, then continue to Regina for the evening.
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Day 7
Driving northward, the road leads to Saskatoon – once a meeting place and formative centre for popular rock and folk music in the late 1960s and early 1970s. Spend the remainder of the day exploring this quintessential Canadian town.
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Day 8
Today, you’ll visit Wanuskewin Heritage Park, known for centuries as "The Gathering Place." Six thousand years ago, this land echoed with the thundering hooves of bison and the voices of Indigenous peoples. Today, you can relive the stories of the people who came here to hunt bison, gather food and herbs, and escape the winter winds. Walking in their footsteps through the incredible interactive displays, you will understand why this site was a place of worship and celebration, a place of renewal with the natural world, and one of deep spirituality.
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Day 9
Today, you’ll continue driving into the heart of the Canadian Prairies. As you head towards Smoky Lake, you’ll notice the landscape transition from gently rolling plains and fields of wheat to forests and small lakes, signalling that your destination is just around the corner.
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Day 10
Known for its Pumpkin Festival and rich Ukrainian heritage, Smoky Lake offers a warm and welcoming destination. Surrounded by hills and lakes, the town is a perfect spot to get out in nature, whether for a bit of fishing or exploring the many walking trails.
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Days 11 - 12
The Rocky Mountains await! As you drive west into the foothills, the mountains gradually grow in the distance until they suddenly appear outside every window on today’s scenic drive. Winding through passes and valleys, you’ll arrive in the outdoor-adventure hub of Jasper. This alpine town is home to quaint lodges and serves as a great spot for excursions, tours, and other exciting attractions in Jasper National Park. This is your time to explore the charming town at your leisure. Perhaps enjoy lunch at one of the many restaurants or browse some of the local shops. Jasper is renowned as the gateway to countless adventures in the park, such as a Maligne Lake boat cruise or a ride on the Jasper SkyTram. With abundant outdoor activities and wildlife opportunities, you’ll be spoilt for choice.
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Day 13
Drive to Banff via the spectacular Icefields Parkway. Enjoy unlimited photo opportunities of snowcapped peaks, waterfalls, and alpine meadows as you travel along this route, considered one of the most scenic drives in the world.
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Days 14 - 15
Make today a day of discovery in Canada’s most famous Rocky Mountain community! The shops and restaurants along Banff Avenue bring the tastes and goods of Canada to your fingertips. Elk stroll freely through the surrounding area, so have your cameras ready. You may want to arrange a visit to the Banff Natural History Museum or take a gondola ride. For the more adventurous, try river rafting or a sidecar tour. The following day, leave the mountains behind, passing through the foothills en route to Calgary International Airport in time for your return flight home.
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Everything we do is tailor-made; our itineraries are just suggestions to give you an idea of what is possible. Please contact us so we can tailor the perfect holiday exclusively for you.

Discover a world of fossils, cowboy culture, and central Canadian treasures on a unique holiday combining destinations in Saskatchewan and Alberta. The communities and landscapes that dot the roads west to the grass and wheat fields of the country are rarely seen by larger tours, offering a great opportunity to gain a distinctive perspective on the area and its history. You’ll learn how to “cowboy” at an authentic ranch and find out what life on horseback was like for the settlers of the 19th century, while stays in modern cities highlight the changing face of their communities and philosophies.

1 night Calgary – 1 night Drumheller – 3 nights La Reata Ranch – 1 night Regina – 2 nights Saskatoon – 2 nights Smoky Lake – 2 nights Jasper – 2 nights Banff

When to go:

June - September

Weather:

Average Temperature: 9 – 22°C
Rainfall: 55 mm/month

Flight time:

Approximately 9 hours from London

Testimonials:

“The itinerary included all we hoped for”

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