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Upscale Jasper Experience

Tour Description

Duration

Date

Price per Adult

Start Building

Inclusions

  • Private Guided Food Tour
  • Guided Maligne Canyon Ice Walk, with pick up/drop off service
  • Reservations at a local restaurant
  • Helicopter Tour, with unguided hike
  • Half day dog sledding
  • Fireside indigenous experience
  • Various sightseeing opportunities
  • 3 nights accommodation in Jasper
  • All taxes

Top Sites

  • Jasper National Park
  • Maligne Canyon
  • Folding Mountain

Postcard Views

Suggested Itinerary

  • Day 1: Travel To Jasper

    From Edmonton, travel west until you are in the middle of the towering Rocky Mountains. Here you will find the town of Jasper, a small, bustling community in the National Park. After you check into the Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge, wander around the property to get acquainted with the area and it’s services or take a trip to the Sunwapta Falls to view the impressive landscape. We have made you reservations at the Evil Dave’s Grill Lounge to indulge in a meal that captures Jasper’s mountain town spirit and casual feel with the freshest and most innovative plates. You’re set for 6pm, so please leave a bit earlier to ensure that you find parking and have time to walk over.
    The Jasper Park Lodge has a groomed skating area on Lake Mildred that is maintained daily. Bring your skates or rent some on-site to to experience gliding on a mountain pond.

    (additional charge)

    Upgrade your accommodations to a Premium Deluxe room to enjoy larger spaces with sitting area, or a Junior Suite to receive a wood burning fireplace and a lake view.
  • Day 2: Ice, Ice, Baby!

    Good morning! Have an energy packed breakfast, stretch and pack a bag full of layers to help you dress warm for today. Mid morning, you will be picked up at your hotel and brought to one of Jasper’s most popular and extraordinary winter adventures. Your tour guide will lead you on a walk to the bottom of Maligne Canyon where you can observe amazing waterfalls, ice caves and ice formations from atop the frozen river. Your 3-3.5 hour adventure will showcase unique frozen features and you’ll learn about Jasper’s Maligne Valley, Karst topography, and the mystery of the disappearing Medicine Lake.

    In the afternoon, you’ll take a short 1.5 km guided walking tour, where you’ll be visiting four local restaurants and tasting four handpicked dishes. These items will be paired with a delicious alcoholic beverage and local tales from the Jasper National Park. Vegetarian, gluten free, dairy free and most allergies can be accommodated.
    Both gloves and mittens are great for outdoor activities and should be fully waterproof to keep your hands warm and dry. Gloves have the most dexterity whereas mittens are often warmer overall. Make sure you have the gear that will protect you while you’re out in the elements.

    (additional charge)

    Participate in an evening of cosmic discovery with Jasper Planetarium. Take a virtual guided tour in their domed theatre with an astronomy guide to explore local First Nations constellations, view recent Northern Lights displays in Jasper, watch the Milky Way soar overhead and take journey into space. Include a Telescope Experience where you can view the stars or a filtered solar viewing, planets, and more with the most powerful telescopes in the Rockies.
  • Day 3: Dog sledding and indigenous stories

    Rise and shine! Gear up and venture deeper into the Canadian Rockies for a dog sled adventure. This 3-hour hands-on journey takes you through snow covered landscapes along small, frozen rivers. As you drive your dog sled, you’ll breathe in the fresh mountain air, while watching your team of huskies play. Warm up with a hearty trail-side lunch, hot apple cider, and homemade treats by an open campfire. Learn about the area’s history and the sport of dog sledding while bonding with your new furry friends. Then in the evening, we’ll keep you warm as you sit around a roaring fire, where you’ll surround yourself with Indigenous culture through captivating stories, drumming, and songs. Engage in meaningful conversations about local history and the Cree language. Leave feeling fulfilled after this spiritual adventure.
    Both gloves and mittens are great for outdoor activities and should be fully waterproof to keep your hands warm and dry. Gloves have the most dexterity whereas mittens are often warmer overall. Make sure you have the gear that will protect you while you’re out in the elements. We highly suggest you bring at least two pairs of gloves if your first pair get wet.

    (additional charge)

    Extend your dog sledding experience and travel farther and longer into the Rockies. Climbing 1000 vertical feet along a historic trap line, you’ll see how trappers explored the wilderness and enjoy an meal in a cozy cabin by the river.
  • Day 4: Rise Up!

    Wake up, enjoy a hot breakfast, pack your bags, and check out of your hotel. On your last day, you will drive east on highway 16 and exit the national park to find your heli tour outfitter. You will meet your pilot, capture photos with the helicopter and then receive a safety briefing to familiarize yourself with the chopper and its features. When it’s time, you will step into the machine, strap in and lift off into the mountains for a 45 minute flight! You’ll float into the Athabasca Valley, fly over the peaks of the Ashlar Ridge, Roche Perdix, and get an up-close view of Roche Miette. Your views of the expansive rocky terrain and the valley below are breathtaking and worthy to explore. As the helicopter lands on Folding Mountain, you will get out and spend the next 30 minutes around the remote area, view blankets of snow covering the rocks, and take pictures of the impressive sights. It’s time to load up again and descend back into the valley towards the landing pad. Here, you can take a few more images or before you depart, take a tour of the hangar. This opportunity is surely the ideal way to top off your upscale Jasper experience.
    You are more inclined to see wildlife ON the road in the winter months. Animals like moose, elk and sheep will wander up onto the road to lick up the salt that is used to melt icy patches on the roadways. This creates an extra hazard for motorists, so use caution around blind corners and watch your speed.

    (additional charge)

    If this experience has you wanting more, then consider adding another night in Jasper or continue on to Banff to extend your stay. These National Parks are packed full of activities and unforgettable adventures that are sure to last a lifetime.

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Price Details

Prices are per person, based on double occupancy (assuming 2 adults in the room)

The inclusions are listed above.

Our prices include hotel taxes and GST!

What else you Might need

Below is a list of common things you might need to purchase for your tour at an extra cost. (not included)

  • National Park Entry Fees
  • Rentals
  • Meals & Gratuity
  • Transportation / Flights
  • Parking Fees
  • Travel Insurance

Cancellation Terms

We understand that plans can change. If you need to make an adjustment, you can do so without any change fees up to three days prior to the departure date (based on availability). With our flexible cancellation policy, you can cancel your tour 72 hours prior to the travel day. See our full Terms & Conditions page for details.

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Something Not Perfect?

That’s ok. We can customize any part of this tour so that it suits you perfectly.

Leisure

Leisure activities are the least physically demanding and are accessible to almost everyone. You should be able to stand and walk in short bursts. Examples: Sightseeing, nature walks, golfing, food tours. 

Active

A step up from easy. For those looking to do something more exciting and get their heart rate elevated. Examples: Skiing, hiking, canoeing, skating. 

Challenging

Difficult yet rewarding activities. You should be in great physical shape to participate in these activities. Examples: Rock climbing, heli-skiing, whitewater rafting, diving.