Radium & Fairmont Hot Springs

Highlights

• Radium Hot Springs' outdoor mineral pools, framed by Sinclair Canyon
• A scenic drive through Kootenay National Park's Marble Canyon
• Fairmont Hot Springs as an alternative stop, depending on the day
• A long, relaxed day trip — no driving required

Itinerary

7:00 AM

Pickup & drive west

Set out from Calgary Airport (YYC) heading west, passing through the postcard scenery of Banff National Park before climbing over Vermilion Pass, the historic gateway that crosses the Continental Divide into British Columbia. The drive traces the path of the Vermilion River through a landscape shaped by past wildfires, now regrown with vibrant wildflowers and young lodgepole pine forest. It's a scenic transition from Alberta's front ranges into the neighbouring province, setting the stage for a relaxing soak later in the day.

Calgary Airport (YYC), AB

Banff, AB

Marble Canyon, Kootenay NP, BC

11:00 AM

Kootenay National Park

Stop en route at Marble Canyon, a narrow, dramatic gorge in Kootenay National Park carved by Tokumm Creek through pale limestone and dolomite rock that gives the canyon its name. A short interpretive boardwalk trail leads across a series of bridges spanning the chasm, offering views straight down to the rushing turquoise water far below. It's a quick but memorable leg-stretcher, showcasing the raw power of glacial meltwater erosion before continuing on toward Radium Hot Springs and the afternoon's relaxing soak.

Marble Canyon, Kootenay NP, BC

Radium Hot Springs, BC

Calgary Airport (YYC), AB

1:00 PM

Radium Hot Springs

Unwind in the naturally heated mineral pools of Radium Hot Springs, tucked at the base of Sinclair Canyon's striking red-rock walls. The odourless, mineral-rich waters have drawn visitors for generations, offering a soothing soak against a backdrop of towering canyon cliffs and forested slopes. With lunch on your own in the small village nearby, take your time to relax poolside, try both the hot soaking pool and the cooler swimming pool, and recharge before the return drive begins.

Radium Hot Springs, BC

Banff, AB

Marble Canyon, Kootenay NP, BC

4:00 PM

Return drive

Head back east, retracing the scenic route through Kootenay and Banff National Parks as the afternoon light casts a golden glow over the surrounding peaks. It's a chance to catch any views or photo opportunities missed on the way out, from the limestone walls of Marble Canyon to the high alpine meadows near Vermilion Pass. The drive winds back over the Continental Divide into Alberta, bringing the mountains of Banff into view once more before the final stretch home begins.

Marble Canyon, Kootenay NP, BC

Radium Hot Springs, BC

Calgary Airport (YYC), AB

7:30 PM

Arrive back

As daylight fades over the foothills, your driver-guide completes the journey back to the city, capping off a relaxing day that combined mountain scenery, canyon views, and a soothing mineral soak. Drop-off is back at Calgary Airport (YYC) in the evening, giving you time to reflect on a day that stretched from the peaks of Banff to the hot springs of British Columbia — a perfect blend of adventure and relaxation in a single outing.

Calgary Airport (YYC), AB

Banff, AB

Marble Canyon, Kootenay NP, BC

Route & Distances

1. Calgary Airport (YYC)→Banff≈ 145 km
2. Banff→Marble Canyon≈ 85 km
3. Marble Canyon→Radium Hot Springs≈ 55 km
4. Radium Hot Springs→Calgary Airport (YYC)≈ 285 km

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

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What's Included

Own Expenses

Optional activities you can add on-site — not included in the tour price.

• Radium Hot Springs admission≈ $20 CAD / person
• Parks Canada day pass≈ $11 CAD / person / day

Cancellation Policy

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.

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