4-Day Adventure Itinerary in Jasper and Kelowna

  • Day 1: Jasper National Park
    4 hours (370km) from Edmonton International Airport

    Explore Jasper National Park and witness the stunning scenery of the Canadian Rockies. Take a Scenic Nature Tour to see several points of interest, including Athabasca Falls and Maligne Canyon. Unwind with a hike on the trails around Lake Louise, surrounded by glaciers and towering mountains. End the day by soaking in the Miette Hot Springs.

  • Day 2: Banff National Park
    3 hours (290km) from Jasper National Park

    Start by hiking up Johnston Canyon to see picturesque waterfalls and the Canadian Rockies. Fill your hunger with lunch in Banff downtown and then head to the Banff Gondola to witness the majestic views of Sulphur Mountain. Enjoy the rest of your day on the sightseeing cruise of Lake Minnewanka with possible sightings of grizzly bears, moose, and bald eagles.

  • Day 3: Kelowna
    7 hours (640km) from Banff National Park

    In Kelowna, visit Myra Canyon Park for hiking and mountain biking adventures. Afterwards, relax with a wine tasting and tour experience in the Mission Hill Family Estate. Spend your last evening by experiencing the nightlife and culinary scene of Kelowna.

  • Day 4: West Kelowna
    30 minutes (20km) from Kelowna

    Start the day by exploring the impressive views of Okanagan Lake at Bear Creek Provincial Park. Head over to Mount Boucherie, an extinct volcano for challenging hikes and exceptional views of the city. Then, take a guided helicopter tour of the region.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Jasper National Park Nature Tour (4 hours, CAD 125)
  • Lake Minnewanka Cruise (1.5 hours, CAD 70)
  • Mission Hill Winery Tour and Tasting (1.5 hours, CAD 25)
  • Bear Creek Provincial Park (2 hours, free)
  • Guided Helicopter Tour (1 hour, CAD 295)

  • Total Estimated Costs (per person): CAD 515

Transportation

To visit these locations, the best method of transportation would be by car. The distance between each location can vary and will require a reliable and comfortable mode of transportation. Estimated travel cost is CAD 75 for gasoline and CAD 300 for car rental. Travel time is about 30 hours.

Useful Tips

If you have more time, add a day or two to explore more of Jasper National Park, especially the Skywalk. Consider a vineyard tour or a round of golf nearby in Kelowna's countryside. For those with lesser time, remove the Mount Boucherie hike or the helicopter tour.

Airports

The nearest international airport to Jasper is the Edmonton International Airport (YEG) located 370 km away. The nearest airport to Kelowna is the Kelowna International Airport (YLW) located 10 km from the city.

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