Road Trips & Itineraries | Canada's Alberta

With so much land to explore in Alberta, it can help to start with a plan.

The journey is often as rewarding the destination, and this is certainly the case in Alberta. Road trips are kind of a big deal here. From scenic mountain drives to expansive fields of yellow canola, picturesque hoodoo formations and more, you'll want to keep your camera handy.

Featured road trips & itineraries

A cruise boat on Maligne Lake near small Spirit Island with the Rockies in the background.

3D Tour

5 Days

Indigenous Cultures and Iconic Rockies

Experience Métis Crossing and explore Alberta’s capital before making your way to the mountain town of Jasper.

3D Tour

3 Days

Rocky Mountain Bucket List

Make your way from Calgary to Jasper on the most scenic route through the Rocky Mountains.

Cast of CBC's Heartland standing in the Foothills of Alberta.

3 Days

Heartland Adventures in Southern Alberta

Saddle up for unforgettable equine experiences as you journey across cowboy country. See sweeping views of Alberta's foothills, filming location of one of Netflix's most-watched shows, Heartland.

Young couple stand posing fpr a picture beneath the imposing hills of the hoodoo trail Drumheller.

3 Days

Alberta Badlands Road Trip from Calgary

Start your adventure in Calgary and travel back to prehistoric times to the Dinosaur Capital of the World: Drumheller, Alberta. Explore all the Alberta Badlands have to offer during this two or three day road trip.

11 Days

Landscapes and Cultural Discovery

Immerse yourself in a culturally-infused journey punctuated with remarkable landscapes, historic sites and natural wonders.

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A Local's Guide to Calgary's Beautiful Parks and Pathways.

Featured stories

4 min read

A Guide to Accessible Travel in Alberta

Former Canadian junior hockey player and accessibility advocate Ryan Straschnitzki shares his tips for getting to and around Alberta.

4 min read

Explore Alberta's Food, Mountains and Small Towns Like a Celebrity

Where do stars like to go when they’re in Alberta? Spots where the eats are matched by cinematic vistas and the opportunity for adventure.

An RV travels along a prairie road in Alberta.

3 min read

Four Ways to Make the Most of Fort McMurray Wood Buffalo

Set in the boreal forest, Fort McMurray offers a variety of outdoor activities for all ages. There’s plenty of adventure and golf courses, plus trails and historic sites to explore.

Couple walking up a set of stairs with a curving ceiling and a skylight.

5 min read

The Best Walking Routes in Calgary and Edmonton 

See these two cities, each set along a winding river, on foot. You'll be rewarded with scenic views and lively urban culture.

4 min read

How to Get Around Banff With Ease

Want to know the best way to see Banff? Without a car. Easy and eco-friendly buses will take you anywhere. Or go human-powered and rent a bike or e-bike.

An RV travels along a prairie road in Alberta.

4 min read

Seven Road Trips for Outdoor Adventures in Northwest Alberta

This off-the-beaten track region of Alberta is flush with beaches and mountains, epic water slides, plus dinosaur and distillery adventures.

A man stands on top of a rock looking out at some hoodoos beside a river in the Canadian badlands.

5 min read

Four Indigenous Road Trips to Take This Summer

Follow in the footsteps of Alberta’s Indigenous people on this road trip adventure. Take in stunning scenery on a guided hike, camp in a real tipi, learn about medicinal plants on a medicine walk, or shop for authentic arts and crafts.