Most meals included – (B,L,D) denotes Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 1 – Arrival in Calgary (D)
We’ll meet in Calgary this afternoon, arriving at our hotel near the airport where we can settle in before gathering for our first group dinner. Over the meal, we’ll get to know one another, go over the trip itinerary, and set expectations for the days ahead.

Day 2 – Sunrise & Transfer to Banff (B,L,D)
We’ll begin the morning with a sunrise shoot near Canmore’s iconic Three Sisters, taking advantage of the soft light over the peaks. After breakfast, we’ll make our way to Banff, with time to explore the shoreline of Lake Minnewanka before checking in to our lodge. The day will end with a sunset session at Vermilion Lakes followed by dinner in town.

Day 3 – Banff Lakes Loop (B,L,D)
Our morning starts at Lake Minnewanka for sunrise, followed by some downtime or a midday photo review session. In the afternoon, we’ll explore Two Jack Lake and Johnston Canyon before heading to Castle Mountain for golden-hour light and sunset.

Day 4 – Exploring Yoho National Park (B,L,D)
An early departure will take us into Yoho National Park for sunrise at Emerald Lake. After a late breakfast, we’ll stop at the Natural Bridge and make roadside photo stops along the way. In the afternoon, we’ll visit the Takakkaw Falls area before returning toward Banff, pausing for a sunset shoot near the Three Sisters in Canmore.

Day 5 – Moraine & Louise (B,L,D)
While we’ll make every effort to visit Moraine Lake for its stunning alpine scenery, access is only possible by shuttle and is subject to availability. If we are able to secure tickets, we’ll aim to photograph the lake in the soft morning light, exploring viewpoints such as the Rockpile and shoreline. If shuttle access isn’t available, we’ll adjust our plans to focus on other equally photogenic locations nearby—such as Lake Louise, Waterfowl Lakes, and Bow Lake—ensuring you still experience exceptional opportunities for dramatic mountain and lake compositions. ​​​​​​​

Day 6 – Icefields Parkway Adventure (B,L,D)
We’ll start with sunrise at the Peyto Lake viewpoint before spending the day traveling the Icefields Parkway. Stops may include Bow Lake, Crowfoot Glacier, Mistaya Canyon, and the Saskatchewan River Crossing, with a visit to the Columbia Icefield before returning south for sunset at Lake Louise.

Day 7 – Farewell Sunrise & Return to Calgary (B)
Our final morning will feature a sunrise shoot at Wedge Pond, with Mount Kidd reflecting in the still water if conditions allow. After breakfast and checkout, we’ll make the drive back to Calgary, arriving around midday for airport drop-offs and goodbyes.