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Home > Adventures by Disney > Itineraries > 2009 Adventures by Disney - U.S. & Southwest Canada

2009 Adventures by Disney
Rocky Trails & Mountie Tales - Glacier National Park and Banff National Park

Journey to Montana's Big Sky Country to explore the natural wonders of the majestic Rocky Mountains in the nation's Crown Jewel, Glacier National Park, and then across the border to experience the rugged grandeur of Banff National Park in Alberta, Canada. A week full of fun includes Native American story-telling, a vintage Red Bus tour through Glacier National Park, a Cowboy Steak Fry, swimming in thermal hot springs, whitewater rafting, hiking, biking, horseback riding, a panoramic gondola ride and canoeing on an alpine lake.

 

Highlights

  • Glacier Park Lodge
  • Boat cruise on Swiftcurrent Lake
  • Whitewater rapids
  • Historic Cowboy Trail
  • Banff gondola ride
  • Horse-led canyon trail ride
  • Authentic Welcome Western BBQ
  • Red Bus Tour over Logan Pass
  • Mountain bike ride along Bow River
  • Sunshine Meadows hike
  • Horseback ride along Sulphur Mountain
  • Canoeing on Moraine Lake
  • Local storyteller evening
  • Miniature golf
  • Disney movie night
  • Landscape Painting at Whyte Museum
  • Roping and horseshoe

Travel Dates (8 Days/7 Nights)

2009 Departure Dates

  • June 23 & 27
  • August 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29
  • July 4, 11, 18 & 25
  • September 5*

*Adults Only (18 and older).

Itinerary

Day One: Glacier National Park

Arrive at Glacier Park International Park Airport
Howdy! Upon arrival, an Adventures by Disney representative leads you to your transfer coach. Relax as the driver assists with your luggage and shuttles you to the historic Glacier Park Lodge.

Glacier Park Lodge
It's time to kick back as your Adventure Guide checks you into this majestic Western-themed lodge located just minutes from Glacier National Park.

Welcome BBQ Dinner
Savor an authentic Western outdoor BBQ among the towering timbers that encompass the resort. Join the welcome reception as local guitarist and singer serenades you into the tranquil Montana night.

Meal Included: Dinner


Day Two: Glacier National Park

Boat Cruise in Glacier National Park
After breakfast at the lodge, board your private coach for a jaw-dropping journey through Glacier National Park. Cruise through the pristine waters of Swiftcurrent Lake, where icy mountains soar above you and tranquil forests rest.

Lunch at Many Glacier Hotel
Settle in for lunch at the largest hotel in the park. Catch up with your fellow travelers, before taking the afternoon all to yourself.

On Your Own In Glacier National Park
Back at Glacier Park Lodge, dive into the heated outdoor pool or challenge the family to a friendly game of pitch & putt golf. Shuttle over to Two Medicine Lake for an easy hike through the open trails where beautiful beargrass and pink spirea bloom. The afternoon is yours, and your Adventure Guides will be happy to suggest ideas.

Dinner at the Lodge
At your leisure, delight in classic Montana cuisine at The Great Northern Dining Room. Sample the wild game appetizer and satisfy your sweet tooth with their signature huckleberry bread pudding.

Montana Tales with Local Storyteller
Cozy up for some Western storytelling. Tribal tales of the Blackfeet nation come to life from one of the foremost cultural leaders of Plains Indian tribes.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner


Day Three: Glacier National Park

Whitewater Rafting on Flathead River
Get some breakfast at the lodge, then grab a paddle and experience the thrill of the rapids as you bask in the majestic beauty that surrounds you.

Riverside Lunch
Float up to shore for a private picnic lunch of traditional BBQ fare, as you view crystal clear waters and the surrounding beauty of the Montana wilderness.

Red Bus Excursion over Logan Pass
Cruise along glacier-carved walls that rise high to Logan Pass, as you ride a vintage, open-top bus up the breathtaking Going-to-the-Sun Road. With this vantage point, you're sure to catch sight of a mountain goat roaming through the valley.

Junior Adventurer Dinner & Activity Night
Back at the lodge, adults have dinner on their own, while our Junior Adventurers catch up with the Adventure Guides for an exclusive meal. Then choose your favorite putter and ball for a swingin' round of putt-putt golf. Parents can join the kids as the evening concludes with a special Disney movie presentation.

Meal Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner


Day Four: Travel to Banff

Scenic Drive to Canada
Following breakfast at the lodge, take a 3-hour coach ride past rolling hills and along the majestic Rockes and across the Continental Divide north to Alberta, Canada.

Lunch in Pincher Creek
Grab lunch in this cattle ranching hub, named the “Jewel of the Rockies” for its stunning natural landscape.

Coach Ride to Banff
Travel through Alberta's historic cowboy trail. Nestled between the Rocky Mountains and the Canadian prairie, this is the real West up close. Relax as your Adventure Guide checks you into Banff Park Lodge, where scenic views of the beautiful mountains surround the town.

Dinner at Banff Park Lodge
Join your fellow adventurers for an exclusive dinner at the lodge. Known for award-winning fare, the dining room also features incredible views of the forest-covered mountains.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner


Day Five: Banff

Bike Ride along Bow River
Wake up to an early breakfast at the lodge before you take a leisurely spin along the swirling waters of the Bow River. Park your bike and trek through the peaceful walking trails that lead you past beaver ponds to a forest marsh fed by thermal hot springs for a casual interpretive hike on a system of wooden boardwalks. Keep an eye out for nesting Bald Eagles and wandering elk.

Landscape Painting at Whyte Museum
Explore the galleries and exhibits and learn the history of the Canadian Rockies. Summon up your inner artist, as you and your adventure friends enjoy an exclusive lesson on the art of landscape painting. The surrounding mountain scene becomes the inspiration for your own work of art.

Lunch On Your Own
Stroll through the delightful streets of laid-back Banff, where a variety of restaurants are just walking distance from the Whyte Museum. Your Adventure Guides can help you with lunch recommendations.

Banff Gondola Visit
After lunch, a high-altitude adventure awaits in Banff National Park. Climb into your enclosed gondola for a ride up the 7,500-foot summit of Sulphur Mountain. The vast Canadian landscape can be seen for miles, including the view of six mountain ranges!  Then relax in Banff's celebrated Upper Thermal Hot Springs for a relaxing soak in a swimming pool surrounded by fir forests and towering mountain peaks.

Dinner on Your Own
Find a bevy of dining options at your fingertips in Banff. Step out for a quick bite to eat at a host of local eateries that cover the gamut from causal family fare to incredible French cuisine. Your Adventure Guides can help you with dinner recommendations.

Meals Included: Breakfast


Day Six: Banff

Hike at Sunshine Meadows
Start your day with breakfast at the hotel, before taking a coach ride to Sunshine Meadows. Enjoy a privately guided trail hike through the most dramatic alpine setting in the Canadian Rockies. Some of the highest peaks of the mountain range are found here, as well as golden eagles that fly overhead and colorful wildflowers that carpet the trailside. A light snack is provided on your hike.

Picnic Lunch
Enjoy a hearty picnic lunch at the ski lodge perched at the trailhead of Sunshine Meadows.

On Your Own in Banff
The afternoon is yours in Alberta's favorite mountain resort. Appease your inner-shopper with over 50 shops. Or take your time to stroll through a peaceful geological garden of indigenous rock and plant life.

Horseback Riding and BBQ Dinner
Saddle up for a one-hour trail ride past rushing waters and wonderous woods, as you head along Sundance Canyon Trail. Take a seat for an exclusive outdoor BBQ dinner, followed by roping and horseshoe games. Or, simply kick back and take in the crisp mountain air. Grab the reins again for an easy ride back to the stables along the sapphire waters of the Bow River. For those who prefer an alternative ride, a covered Conestoga wagon is also an option.

Meal Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner


Day Seven: Banff

Breakfast and Coach Ride to Moraine Lake
After breakfast at the hotel, board your coach for a 1.5 hour ride to the rich hues of Moraine Lake. Glide across aqua waters as you canoe through the Valley of Ten Peaks — a Canadian icon. As you immerse yourself in the tranquil experience, observe the mountains that rise more than 4,000 feet (1.2 kilometers) above the lake.

Lunch at Moraine Lake Lodge
Reflecting the dramatic beauty of Banff National Park, the lodge is a great spot to enjoy lunch and indulge in the grand Canadian landscape.

Coach Ride to Lake Louise
Take a scenic drive past soaring mountains and raging rivers as you travel to the shores of sparkling Lake Louise. Nicknamed Canada's “Diamond in the Wilderness,” this serene Alpine lake faces the awe-inspiring Victoria Glacier. Upon arrival, stroll along the lakeshore and capture the grand panoramic beauty.

Farewell Dinner at Banff Park Lodge
As your mountain adventure comes to a ceremonious close, join your explorer friends back at the lodge for a farewell dinner. A fun surprise is in store when a special Canadian visitor makes an unforgettable appearance.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner


Day Eight: Banff

Breakfast and Transfer to Airport
After your final breakfast in Canada, bid your fellow travelers “happy trails,” as you board pre-arranged transportation to Calgary airport.

Meals Included: Breakfast

Accommodations

  • Glacier Park Lodge - Nights 1, 2, 3
  • Banff Park Lodge - Nights 4, 5, 6, 7

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