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Luxury Holidays in the Canadian Rockies

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Canadian Rockies

Spanning the provinces of British Columbia and Alberta, the Canadian Rockies are a vast area of dramatic high mountain scenery, rolling vineyards, turquoise lakes and an abundance of wildlife.

Relax aboard the iconic Rocky Mountaineer train to enjoy fine panoramic views in comfort or hit the road to better explore the remote back country. A morning’s drive from Vancouver, the lush Okanagan Valley is home to some fine wineries whilst the national parks of Glacier and Banff are ideal for the more adventurous with hiking, climbing and canoeing available. Harder to access, UNESCO protected Kootenay National Park in British Columbia and Yoho National Park boast hot springs, waterfalls and pristine forest home to moose, elk and bear. No journey to the Canadian Rockies is complete without a journey on the spectacular Icefields Parkway where you can follow what is arguably Canada’s finest road to Jasper National Park, an important ecosystem home to Canada’s largest population of grizzly bears.

When to visit the Canadian Rockies

Deciding the time of year to visit the Canadian Rockies depends on a variety of factors. Even during the most settled months it is not uncommon to experience multiple seasons in a day, however, it is generally considered that the summer months between June to September are the best time to visit the region. During this period temperatures are at their warmest, most snow at lower elevations would have melted, days are long and skies clear. The compromise though is that this is also the most popular time of year to travel to the region with parks and trails at their busiest. The majority of sights and outdoor activities are open and accessible from May to the middle of October and, consequently, these periods are also good times to visit. Spring is ideal for wildlife viewing and, as temperatures warm, is an ideal time to see waterfalls at their best. Autumn heralds the arrival of cooler weather and shorter days, however, the hiking is excellent and the fall scenery spectacular. Snowfall commences during November and lasts until early May making this a popular time for a range of winter activities.

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This is a general overview suggesting when to travel in the country. Please note that this may not directly apply to any specific itinerary or region.

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