Banff Glacier Bike Tour:

Ride past the turqoise glacial waters, become immersed in the wilds of the north and breath deeply the pristine mountain air of Canada's Rocky Mountains.  Your cycling retreat of fine food, stellar nights and nature in all directions awaits you.

Banff Glacier Bike Tour Dates and Availability:

Retreat/Tour	Duration	Price	Availability
Banff Glacier Tour -Alberta	June 24th - 30th, 2012 Sept 2nd - 9th, 2012	$2700.00 CDN	Available

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Banff Glacier Bike Tour Summary:

Banff Glacier Bike Tour
Total Approximate Distance:	374km/232mi(Option to inc/dec)
Guide/Support:	Ride Guide and Van Supported
Retreat Length:	7 Days
Start/Finish:	Calgary
Meals:	All Meals Included

Ride Description:

Mountain passes, steady climbs and exhilarating descents. This ride the the magnificent Rockies will provide the moderately fit rider with the opportunity to extend the limits a bit.  As in all tours, in this tour all meals are included.

Location:

Itinerary

Day One:
Highlights:	Take this opportunity to ease into your cycle retreat with an afternoon cycle to Minnewanka Lake and take a cruise to discover the lakes history. Banff is the starting point of your exploration through the Rockies and you won’t be disappointed spectacular natural settings make this town a much loved mountain paradise.
Activity:	Courtesy Calgary pick-up, bicycle set up and equipment check plus an easy loop ride of exploration to Minnewanka Lake.
Meal:	Ride Smart canapés & welcome dinner.
Lodging:	Buffalo Mountain Lodge (http://www.crmr.com/buffalo)

Day Two:
Highlights:	Today we jump straight into riding and enjoy the scenic Bow Valley Parkway heading towards Lake Louise. Upon arrival at Lake Louise relish in the stunning mountain scenery and the lakes rugged turquoise beauty before heading towards Moraine Lake. This is a short albeit challenging ride which will deliver you at the spectacularly glacially-fed beautiful glacially-fed Moraine Lake situated in the valley of The Ten Peaks.
Activity:	60 - 80km (opportunity to shorten or lengthen)
Meal:	Ride Smart Breakfast, morning tea, gourmet lunch, regional infused dining.
Lodging:	Moraine Lake Lodge  (http://www.morainelake.com)

Day Three:
Highlights:	Today is your time to explore the magnificent Banff National Park hiking, canoeing or relaxing, the choice is yours. We encourage you to explore the sights that surround you and enjoy a well-deserved afternoon tea upon your return.
Activity:	The choice is yours, morning ride of 50km or do as much or as little as you like, afternoon canoe trip or hike.
Meal:	Ride Smart Breakfast, packed gourmet picnic lunch, riding/hiking snacks, evening sun downers, Dinner
Lodging:	Moraine Lake Lodge (http://www.morainelake.com)

Day Four:
Highlights:	Enjoy the downhill run back to Lake Louise and follow the Great Divide road through to the Kicking Horse River, which is renowned as the White Water Gem of the Canadian Rockies. You will then begin your spectacular journey along the Icefields Parkway, this is a breathtaking journey which will take you through alpine forests, glacial lakes, primeval ice-fields and snow-capped mountains. Today’s journey will take us to Bow Lake where you can enjoy an easy afternoon hike to Bow Glacier Falls.
Activity:	50 km (opportunity to shorten or lengthen)
Meal:	Ride Smart Breakfast, gourmet picnic lunch, riding snacks, dinner enjoying home-grown theme at Num-Ti-Jah Lodge, Bow Lake
Lodging:	Simpson’s Num-Ti-Jah Lodge (http://sntj.ca)

Day Five:
Highlights:	Today will take us to Athabasca Glacier which is part of the massive Columbia Ice fields. The glacier is tongue of ice six kilometers long and one kilometer wide, we will have the opportunity to explore one of Alberta’s most exhilarating experiences either by a guided scenic walk along the Forefield Trail or travel to the centre on the specially designed ‘ice explorer’.
Activity:	114km (opportunity to shorten or lengthen)
Meal:	Ride Smart Breakfast, Gourmet packed lunch, dinner with speculator views over the Athabasca Glacier.
Lodging:	Glacier view Inn, Athabasca Glacier (http://www.explorerockies.com/columbia-icefield/hotel.aspx)

Day Six:
Highlights:	Enjoy the final day of cycling along the Ice fields Parkway, today will include a stop at Sunwapta River and Falls, where you will have an opportunity to a short or long walk to the Falls experience the thrills of rafting through Jasper National Park before catching a ride into Jasper for some well-deserved R & R. Either be pampered with some spa treatments at the Fairmont or take a little journey to the Miette Hot Springs and enjoy the some of the steam, warmth and soothing mineral-rich waters.
Activity:	90 km (optional)
Meal:	Ride/hike Smart Breakfast, Gourmet packed picnic lunch, riding snacks, Farewell Dinner celebration.
Lodging:	The Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge (http://www.fairmont.com/jasper)

Day Seven:
Highlights:	Explore Jasper and saviour the incredibly spectacular mountain scenery before transferring back to Banff.
Activity:	Scenic drive back along the Ice fields Pathway, bicycles will be packed and ready to go for you, courtesy airport transfer
Meal:	Gourmet breakfast, lunch