Head to Alberta for a true Canadian adventure
The province of Alberta, home to the Rocky Mountains, has teamed up with four UK tour operators to offer some great summer holidays and online special offers.
The range of deals, for travel between May and October, focus not only on affordability but also showcase the variety of landscapes and adventures offered within Alberta.
Travel Alberta’s tempting summer offers come from Frontier Canada, Canadian Affair, Ranch Rider and Independent Traveller. The packages include self discovery via Motorhome, fly-drives that take in Calgary, Banff, Lake Louise, Jasper and Edmonton, ranch stays to bring out the cowboy in you, as well as the opportunity to dig for Dinosaurs in the Canadian Badlands. They can all be found online at TravelAlberta.com/adventure.
A true Canadian adventure starts in Alberta this summer:
Ranch Rider – Rockies and ranches in awesome Alberta!
Book before the end of April and save £150 per person
This 12 night package includes a “once in a life time” stay at one of Alberta’s working ranches. Located in the peaceful Oldman River Valley, the six night stay at Bent Creek Ranch will allow real hands-on experience with both horses and cattle. With hearty ranch meals, spacious accommodation and mountain air, city slickers are transformed into cowboys in no time. This exciting Western Canada itinerary also includes time in Calgary, Banff and Jasper; some of Alberta’s most picturesque locations. Book before the end of April and receive a £150 per person saving off the total cost. For more information on this package from Ranch Rider visit TravelAlberta.com/adventure.
Independent Traveller – Pioneers, Dinosaurs and Cowboys
Book one of three packages and save £150 per person
Independent Traveller is offering three distinctive and unique fly-drive holidays to Alberta this summer. The Pioneer Discovery Route takes travellers off the beaten track to discover one of Alberta’s gems - Waterton National Park. The Mountains and Dinosaur Route includes one of the world’s finest dinosaur museums and historic sights – Drumheller. Cowboys and Mountains will take travellers to Calgary with an opportunity to stay at a family owned horse and cattle ranch. Each of the itineraries takes in a combination of Calgary, Banff, Lake Louise, Moraine Lake, Jasper and the Icefield Parkway for an all encapsulating trip to the region. Book any of the three suggested fly-drive itineraries before the 30 April and receive a discount of £150 per person. For full details on each of these offers from Independent Traveller visit TravelAlberta.com/adventure.
Frontier Canada – Motorhome Holiday in Alberta – enjoy the open road
7 nights on the open road in May from just £539
An unpacked suitcase, a fully stocked fridge and an adventurous spirit at the ready. With no detailed itinerary feel free to spend 7 nights on the wide open road of Alberta. Explore Banff National Park, Lake Louise, the Icefield Parkway and Jasper National Park and discover some of the world’s most breathtaking scenery. Prices vary according to the size of the vehicle but start from just £539 in May, excluding flights. For more information on this trip and other offers from Frontier Canada visit TravelAlberta.com/adventure
Canadian Affair – Alberta adventure in the Wild West
13 night fly-drive from just £899pp twin share
Take in the best of the west with this circular driving tour starting and ending in Calgary. The 13 night, 14 day tour takes in Banff, Lake Louise, Jasper, Edmonton and Drumheller. Explore the craggy peaks and bustling towns of the region, as well as taking time to discover the emerald lakes and icons such as the properties of Fairmont Hotels & Resorts. Edmonton, the provincial capital is home to the world largest shopping and entertainment centre, whilst in contrast Drumheller is one of the world’s richest fossil beds for dinosaur skeletons. It is truly an adventure for all ages and all interests that should not be missed this summer. Visit TravelAlberta.com/adventure for more details.
