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Calgary & the Rockies in 3 Days

Three days from Calgary cover the lakes, the glaciers and the dinosaurs. Here is how to spend three perfect days — with the best-rated tours to book.

At a glance

  1. 1Day 1: Banff & lakes
  2. 2Day 2: Columbia Icefield
  3. 3Day 3: Drumheller
  4. 4Calgary city

Day 1: Banff & lakes

Banff, Lake Louise and Moraine Lake.

Day 2: the glaciers

The Icefields Parkway and Columbia Icefield.

Day 3: dinosaurs

Drumheller badlands and the city.

Calgary & Rockies in 3 days — FAQ

Is 3 days enough for Calgary and the Rockies?
Three days is ideal — Banff and the lakes on day one, the Columbia Icefield on day two, and Drumheller and the city on day three.
What are the best day trips from Calgary?
Lake Louise and Moraine Lake, the Columbia Icefield, Banff town and the Drumheller dinosaur badlands are the standouts.
How do I plan a 3-day Calgary itinerary?
Spend day one at Banff and the lakes, day two on the Icefields Parkway, and day three at Drumheller with city time.