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6 days in Banff & Jasper

📅 6 days · 5 nights💵 ≈ US$1,292 per person with flights✈️ Priced for June 2027👨‍👩‍👧 Family🗓 Best: Jun–Sep
💵 About US$1,292 per person with flights from Toronto (US$5,169 for 2 adults and 2 children)

Priced for travel in June 2027. Prices change with dates: peak holidays cost more, quieter months less. Pick your own dates with “Customise this trip” and the planner shows prices for them.

Embark on a thrilling family road trip from Calgary to the breathtaking landscapes of Banff and Jasper. Experience stunning lakes, majestic glaciers, and unforgettable wildlife encounters along the way.

DAY 1Arrival in Banff and Exploring the Town≈ US$277 pp
04:15🚆

Travel to the airport in Toronto

Taxi, ride-share or transit · arrive 3 hours before the flight · cost depends on where you live

08:00✈️

Flight from Toronto to Banff

Lands at 09:40

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≈ US$318 pp
10:25🚆

Car rental pick-up at Calgary Airport

About 30 min from the airport

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US$53 pp
10:55🛏

Check-in at Banff Park Lodge (3 nights)

3 nights in Banff · ~US$247 per night · Arriving before check-in time: leave your bags and explore · Banff

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US$185 pp
12:30📍

Banff Avenue

Stroll along the main street for shops and sights.

Free
12:30🍽

Lunch near your sightseeing in Banff

Pick a local spot along the way

US$21 pp
13:45⭐

Rest after travelling

Free time to rest at the hotel or wander nearby

Free
18:30🍽

Dinner at The Old Spaghetti Factory

Family-friendly Italian dining.

US$18 pp
DAY 2Banff & Lake Louise Adventure≈ US$60 pp
08:00🍽

Breakfast at Banff Park Lodge

At your hotel, or a café nearby

09:30📍

Lake Louise

Iconic turquoise lake with stunning views.

Free
12:00🍽

Lunch at The Lakeview Lounge

Enjoy lakeside dining with a view.

US$21 pp
14:00📍

Icefields Parkway

Scenic drive with breathtaking views.

Free
16:30📍

Peyto Lake Viewpoint

Short hike to a stunning viewpoint.

Free
18:30🍽

Dinner at The Bison Restaurant

Farm-to-table Canadian cuisine.

US$25 pp
20:00📍

Banff Upper Hot Springs

Relax in natural hot springs.

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US$14 pp
DAY 3Moraine Lake & Icefields Parkway≈ US$65 pp
08:00🍽

Breakfast at Banff Park Lodge

At your hotel, or a café nearby

08:45🚆

Rental car for the duration of the trip

For getting around today

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US$18 pp
09:15📍

Moraine Lake

Stunning turquoise lake surrounded by mountains.

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Free
12:00🍽

Lunch at The Lakeview Lounge

Enjoy a meal with a view of Moraine Lake.

US$21 pp
13:30⭐

Wildlife Spotting on Icefields Parkway

Look for elk, bears, and more along the scenic route.

Free
18:30🍽

Dinner at The Bison Restaurant

Farm-to-table dining with local ingredients.

US$26 pp
20:00⭐

Evening Stroll in Banff Town

Explore the charming streets of Banff.

Free
DAY 4Jasper & Maligne Lake≈ US$176 pp
07:50🍽

Breakfast at Banff Park Lodge

At your hotel, or a café nearby

08:30⭐

Check-out from Banff Park Lodge

Check out

Free
08:45🚆

Pick up the car / set off

About 15 min

09:30🚆

Drive from Banff to Jasper via Icefields Parkway

About 3 hours

12:45🚆

Car rental transfer from Banff to Jasper

About 10 min

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US$4 pp
12:55🛏

Check-in at Marmot Lodge (2 nights)

2 nights in Jasper · ~US$205 per night · Arriving before check-in time: leave your bags and explore · Jasper

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US$102 pp
13:15🍽

Lunch on the way

Pick up a bento or sandwich at the station, or eat on board

US$21 pp
13:40📍

Glacier Walk

Experience walking on a glacier, a unique adventure!

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US$28 pp
14:55⭐

Rest after travelling

Free time to rest at the hotel or wander nearby

Free
18:30🍽

Dinner at The Fiddle River Restaurant

Savor local cuisine with a family-friendly atmosphere.

US$19 pp
DAY 5Glacier walk & Wildlife spotting≈ US$49 pp
08:00🍽

Breakfast at Marmot Lodge

At your hotel, or a café nearby

08:45🚆

Rental car for the duration of the trip

For getting around today

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US$18 pp
09:15📍

Jasper National Park

Explore stunning landscapes and wildlife.

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Free
12:00🍽

Lunch at The Raven Bistro

Family-friendly menu with local ingredients.

US$14 pp
13:30📍

Maligne Lake

Take in the breathtaking views of the lake.

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Free
16:00📍

Maligne Canyon

Walk the trails and see the beautiful canyon.

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Free
18:30🍽

Dinner at Jasper Pizza Place

Casual dining with great pizza options.

US$18 pp
DAY 6Fly home≈ US$30 pp
08:00🍽

Breakfast at Marmot Lodge

At your hotel, or a café nearby

11:15⭐

Check-out from Marmot Lodge

Check out

Free
11:30🚆

Car rental return at Calgary Airport

Arrive 3 hours before the flight

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US$9 pp
13:00🍽

Lunch at the airport

After check-in and security

US$21 pp
15:00✈️

Flight from Jasper to Toronto

Flight home

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≈ US$318 pp
🚆

Travel home from the airport

Taxi, ride-share or transit · cost depends on where you live

Prices are estimates per person, checked November 2026, for 4 travellers sharing, shown in US$. Times are a guide: check opening hours before you go. Booking links go to our travel partners; we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. Planned with the Nanajee AI trip planner and reviewed by Nanajee Travels.

Questions about this trip

How much does a 6-day trip to Banff and Jasper cost?

About US$1,292 per person (US$5,169 for 2 adults and 2 children) for this 6-day plan travelling in June 2027, including return flights from Toronto (about US$635) and 5 nights in a mid-range hotel, sharing a room. Without flights it is about US$657 per person. These are estimates checked in November 2026; prices change with dates, and peak holidays cost more.

What is the best time to visit Banff and Jasper?

Mid-June to September when the lakes are blue and the Icefields Parkway is fully open.

How many days do you need in Banff and Jasper?

6 days (including travel days) covers the highlights: Banff & Lake Louise Adventure; Moraine Lake & Icefields Parkway; Jasper & Maligne Lake; Glacier walk & Wildlife spotting. For a slower pace or more day trips, add a day or two with “Customise this trip”.

Can I change this itinerary?

Yes. Press “Customise this trip” and the free Nanajee planner opens with this trip filled in. Change the length, dates, budget, who is coming or your home city, and you get a new day-by-day plan with costs in about a minute.

How do you get around Banff and Jasper?

This plan uses rental car, taxi and domestic flight to get between places; local transport costs about US$101 per person for the whole trip. Each journey is shown on the day it happens, with its time and cost.

Where should you stay in Banff and Jasper?

This plan uses Banff Park Lodge (Banff Park Lodge, Banff), then Marmot Lodge (Marmot Lodge, Jasper) (or similar), 5 nights in total, chosen to be close to the places you visit. Hotels cost about US$288 per person for the trip, sharing a room. You can pick a different hotel or area with “Customise this trip”.

Is this itinerary good for kids?

Yes. It is planned for 2 adults and 2 children, with family-friendly stops, meals at sensible times and realistic travel times between places. Tell the planner your children’s ages with “Customise this trip” to fine-tune it.