This ultimate Canadian ski safari makes superb use of the Ikon Pass, featuring three world-class resort areas on a single lift ticket. Stay in the historic Rocky Mountain town of Banff, drive deep into the Purcell Mountains to experience the hidden gem of Panorama, and finish your trip at tranquil Lake Louise.
IKON Pass: Your pass allows up to 7 days of skiing in Banff/Lake Louise combined, plus up to 7 days of skiing in Panorama.
All of our trips can be customised to suit your requirements. We can add in resorts, change duration of stays and make it work perfectly for you. Contact our ski experts to discuss a tailor-made ski holiday to Canada.
Itinerary (17 Nights)
Here’s a day-by-day guide to your itinerary. Feel free to ask us to add other days or ideas and excursions by contacting us directly, so we can give you the best price.
Day 1
Calgary Airport to Banff Ski Holidays
Fly into Calgary Airport from the UK and collect your SUV rental (approximate driving time – 1 hour 30 mins).
The town of Banff lies in the midst of Banff National Park at the heart of the Canadian Rockies, stunning rocky peaks which-ever way you look tower over the town of Banff.
Spend 5 nights in Banff and have 4 ski days at the nearby: Sunshine and Mount Norquay both included on the IKON Pass and great for warming up those ski legs.
Day 6
Drive to Panorama (approx driving time – 2 hours 15 minutes).
Set in the glorious Purcell Mountains in British Columbia, Panorama is a purpose built ski resort located at the foot of the slopes with the surrounding tree lined peaks giving it a real ‘in the mountains’ feel.
Panorama ski resort has a tremendous amount of skiing in comparison with the size of the village, so you can expect the spacious slopes to be quiet. Spend 8 nights with 7 ski days enjoying the abundance of groomed blue cruisers with plenty of the trickier stuff for the more adventurous.
The town of Invermere, located a short drive or a free shuttle ride away, adds another great option for dinner or aprés in the evening and is well worth a visit during your stay.
Day 14
Drive to Lake Louise (approx driving time – 2 hours 15 minutes). Renowned for it’s fantastic back bowls along with it’s huge open spaces of steep and deep terrain. The front-side and larch areas are impressive too, both with plenty of interesting tree-lined slopes offering stunning views across the valley to the lake itself and mountains beyond. At over 4,200 acres Lake Louise is one of the largest ski areas in North America and certainly one of the most spectacular.
Stay here for 4 nights and have 3 ski days skiing at the world famous Lake Louise.
Day 18
Lake Louise Ski Holidays to Calgary Airport
Depart Lake Louise and return the SUV to Calgary Airport before flying home to the UK or extending your trip further. (approximate driving time – 2 hour 30 mins)
