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Canmore & Grotto Canyon

Canmore · Grotto Canyon

Highlights

  • Grotto Canyon's easy creek-bed trail and ancient pictographs
  • Views of the Three Sisters peaks above Canmore
  • Free time in Canmore's downtown shops and cafés
  • One of our shortest mountain day trips from Calgary Airport

Itinerary

8:30 AM

Pickup & drive to Canmore

Pickup at Calgary Airport (YYC), west on Highway 1 to Canmore.

10:30 AM

Grotto Canyon

An easy walk along the canyon's creek bed, with a stop at the pictograph site.

12:30 PM

Canmore town

Lunch on your own and free time in downtown Canmore.

3:00 PM

Three Sisters viewpoint

A short photo stop at a Three Sisters viewpoint before heading back.

5:00 PM

Return

Drive back, arriving at Calgary Airport (YYC) in the late afternoon.

Route & Distances

  1. Calgary Airport (YYC)Canmore≈ 120 km
  2. CanmoreCalgary Airport (YYC)≈ 120 km

Distances are approximate driving distances, for reference only — actual route and mileage on the day may vary.

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Regular departures run Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday. Booking is by request, not instant confirmation — contact us to confirm the exact date and seat availability.

What's Included

Includes

  • Round-trip transport from Calgary Airport (YYC) in an air-conditioned vehicle
  • English-speaking driver-guide (Vietnamese on request, subject to availability)

Excludes

  • Meals and personal expenses
  • Gratuities for your guide

Cancellation Policy

CancelledRefund
21+ days before departureFull refund
7–20 days before departure50% refund
Less than 7 days before departureNo refund

Good to Know

  • Valid government-issued photo ID is required for every traveler on all departures.
  • Pickup and drop-off times are approximate and may shift by 15–30 minutes depending on traffic and road conditions.
  • Itinerary order and stops may change due to weather, road closures, or park conditions — safety comes first.
  • Comfortable walking shoes are recommended; stops involve short, easy walks rather than technical hiking.
  • Let us know about mobility needs, dietary restrictions, or large group sizes at the time of booking so we can plan accordingly.
  • Multi-day tours are priced based on double-occupancy hotel rooms; single-traveler and triple-occupancy rates are available on request.

Frequently Asked Questions

How difficult is the Grotto Canyon walk?

It's an easy, mostly flat creek-bed trail suitable for most fitness levels.

Is this a good alternative to Banff?

Yes — Canmore is quieter and closer to Calgary, with a similar mountain-town feel.

Do we need a parks pass?

No, Grotto Canyon and Canmore are outside the national park boundary, so no Parks Canada pass is required.

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From $120 CADper person, CAD
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