Under the brilliance of an open sky with no roof to restrict your view, a 300km bicycle tour from Jasper to Canmore becomes an adventure for the body, mind, and soul. We ride unhurried along spacious highway shoulders, enjoying the company of ancient trees and mighty, snow-capped peaks. The tour traverses two national parks via the spectacular Icefields Parkway winding between Jasper and Lake Louise, and the calm pace offers ample time to take in views of endless mountains, glaciers, lakes, waterfalls and wildlife. We’ll cycle the length of the historic Bow Valley Parkway to Banff, before setting off for our final destination, Canmore, on the Legacy Trail bike path.

You’ll travel this impressive distance over 4 days to enjoy a great balance of riding, sightseeing, and relaxation. The support service provides transfers to Jasper for you + your bike (bike rentals available) from Western Canadian gateways such as Edmonton or Calgary. Your luggage is carried for you; all you need to do is ride.

Should you need anything – a hill reprieve, assistance with your bike or access to your belongings, the support van will always be just around the corner. Rest stops complete with food and beverages are set up along the way to keep you nourished and hydrated.

Each day culminates in a stay at a unique and beautiful accommodation. Enjoy dinner (included) in the laid-back atmosphere of a rustic mountain setting as the day’s adventures are recounted amongst great company and new friends.

This tour can be added to a longer Western Canada holiday, so please contact us and we would be happy to help you plan your adventure.

Maximum group size: 11 people

2021 departures: 28 - 31 May, 4 - 7 June, 11 - 14 June, 18 - 21 June, 25 - 28 June, 2 - 5 July, 9 - 12 July, 16 - 19 July, 23 - 26 July, 30 July - 2 August, 6 - 9 August, 13 - 16 August, 20 - 23 August

Due to Covid the first four departures will only take place if we receive a group booking of 6 or more people. Please contact us to confirm if these tours are likely to run or not.

2022 departures: 3 - 6 June, 10 - 13 June, 17 - 20 June, 24 - 27 June, 1 - 4 July, 8 - 11 July, 15 - 18 July, 22 - 25 July, 29 July - 1 August, 5 - 8 August, 12 - 15 August, 19 - 22 August

• National park passes
  
• Hotel accommodations (twin share): 3 nights
  
• Meals: 3 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 3 dinners, 4 days' snacks
  
• Bike transport: in a custom enclosed secure bike trailer
  
• Full support during tour / Tour guide (support van driver)
  
• Transfers from Edmonton to Jasper for you and your bike in Mercedes 11 passenger vans
  
• USB with all high res. photos taken during tour
  
• Satellite emergency communication coverage whilst in the National Park. There is no mobile / cell phone communication available in park. We will also have two way radios distributed amongst the group to enable communication between riders and the tour guide in the support van.
  
• Airport Transfers: Available on the last day of the tour to Calgary or Edmonton
  
• Rental Bike: Felt VR30 model road bike, carbon fork, aluminum frame or Electric pedal assist bik

Optional extras, Alcoholic drinks, Additional / non rider activities, Flights into Edmonton and out of Calgary, Lunch on the first day, Tour guide Gratuity, Accommodation in Edmonton or Jasper on the arrival day and Banff, Canmore, Calgary or Edmonton on the last day of the tour if required, Single room supplement 

Coffee in hand, you will be picked up from your accommodation bright and early this morning for your transfer to Jasper. We’ll make a quick lunch stop in Hinton and arrive in Jasper around 1pm. We’ll pick up anyone that we are meeting in Jasper then after picking up some supplies from a local bakery we’ll drive a few kms out of town to Beckers Chalets. There, we'll unpack the bikes while you take the opportunity to change into your bike gear and stock yourself up with food and water from the well- supplied stash. After a quick review of the route, elevation, and bike safety tips, you and the group will set off on an epic adventure as you are guided out of town and onto the beautiful Icefields Parkway. Watch out for wildlife and townsfolk cheering you on! There will be one rest stop at the spectacular Athabasca Falls which will help bring the group back together, as well as supply you with some nutrition. We will then continue on to our accommodations at the Sunwapta Falls Hotel. A delicious 3- course meal will be served in the on-site restaurant.

Overnight Sunwapta Falls Hotel 

A bountiful, gourmet breakfast is served around 8am. After a quick briefing of the route, hills (aka “bumps”) and rest stops, we’ll hop on the bikes and hit the road for the day’s journey to Saskatchewan River Crossing. We’ll climb past Tangle Falls and over the BIG bump, making our way towards our lunch stop in the shadow of the great Columbia Icefields, from which flow the Athabasca and Dome glaciers. After a nutritious meal and a well-deserved break, we’ll get back in the saddle and ride the scenic Sunwapta Pass. A rewarding 15 km downhill section awaits as we sweep down towards the valley floor again and on to the impressive cliffs and waterfalls of the Weeping Wall. A few rest stops along the way will break up the journey, provide photo opportunities, and give the group a chance to re-congregate as necessary. We’ll then conquer the remaining rolling hills accompanied by the sound of flowing rivers and in the presence of towering, snow-capped mountains. Before you know it, you’ll be enjoying a cold drink under Mt. Wilson at the Crossing Resort. You’ll be tired but satisfied knowing you’ve just knocked off the longest day of cycling of the tour.

Overnight Crossing Resort

After fuelling up at breakfast you’ll climb out of the valley in the shadow of Mount Murchison. Shortly after, the terrain levels off again and you’ll cruise easily past endlessly changing vistas of mountains, turquoise green Glacial Lakes and abundant wildlife. Bow Pass, the final challenge of the tour awaits – but feel free to take it at your own pace. Your reward will be witnessing a panoramic view like no other of Peyto Lake far below; in the distance, the valley that you’ve been riding down for the past few days can be seen in all its glory, surrounded by mountains as far as the eye can see. You’ll descend to the shores of Bow Lake for a well-deserved lunch break in a breathtaking setting before we essentially roll downhill all the way to Lake Louise. 

Overnight Mountaineer Lodge

After the last few days, today will be a breeze. You’ll pedal the final 60km on gently rolling hills and flats towards Banff on the historic Bow Valley Parkway. Shaded by ancient trees, this final leg of the tour offers plenty of time for peaceful reflection in lush surroundings. We’ll take a rest break under the awesome Castle Mountain before joining a bike path that brings us into the world-class town of Banff. You'll be able to take in all the magnificence of Banff's surroundings including Mt Rundle, Cascade Mountain and Vermilion Lakes from the peace and quiet of your bike. From here, you’ll have the option of finishing the cycling portion of the tour or continuing to challenge yourself by riding an additional 25km on a dedicated bike path to Canmore. We’ll have a group lunch to celebrate your fantastic achievement of riding a bike through Canada’s Rockies! You can then sit back and relax, as we will provide transfers to Calgary or Edmonton where you can continue your travels.