Romantic Winter Getaway
- 5 Days
- 14 Experiences
Head to the mountains for a cozy getaway with your significant other on this romantic winter escape. Make lasting memories and experience a taste of the snowy wonderland that is Banff and Lake Louise in the winter months.
Who's it For?
- Outdoorsy Couples
- Weekend Getaway-ers
When to Go
- December - April
Trip Itinerary
Getting to Banff and Lake Louise
With plenty of transportation options to get you to and from the Banff and Lake Louise area, you can rest easy knowing you'll be able to plan a seamless journey from start to finish.
Learn about getting here.Day 01
Bundle up for a day full of wintery adventure and breathtaking frozen landscapes as you explore by dogsled and Gondola.
Day 02
Head to Lake Louise for the day to experience the iconic location dusted with snow. Skate on the lake and cozy up as your take a sleigh ride around the lake.
Public Transit
Distance: 60km
Use Roam Transit Route 8X from downtown Banff to the Lake Louise lakeshore.
Day 03
It's time to hit the slopes! A 10 minute shuttle takes you from downtown Banff to Mt. Norquay. If you're not a skier or snowboarder, Snowtubing is not to be missed!
Cozy up afterwards with a cheesy fondue in the rustic Grizzly House
Day 04
You think hiking is only for summer? Head out on a guided Ice Walk in Johnston Canyon and learn why winter hiking is so popular!
Make sure to book yourself in for a massage afterwards to get those muscles ready to relax for the evening in style in Brazen Restaurant.
Day 05
Spend your last day soaking up the winter magic of the Banff area. Enjoy shopping in downtown and a relaxing soak in the hot springs.
Walk
Distance: 0.1km
When you've finished shopping on Bear Street walk one street over to discover more shops and restaurants on Banff Avenue.
Shuttle
Distance: 4.5km
Use Roam Transit Route 1 from downtown Banff to the Banff Upper Hot Springs.
Where to Stay
Here's some accommodation options that work for this trip:
Reservations & Booking
Some of the activities require reservations or bookings upfront. Here is an overview of all providers:
Dog Sledding in Kananaskis
Banff Gondola
Mountaintop Dining at the Sky Bistro
Ice Skating on Lake Louise
Sleigh Ride in Lake Louise
Tubing at Mt. Norquay
Guided Ice Walk Tour
Soak in the Banff Upper Hot Springs
Good to Know
Maximise your trip enjoyment with a little pre-planning. Here's our pro tips:
Get a Park Pass
Make a reservation for gear/ activities
Learn about the best ways to get around
Check the weather forecast