The Calgary Stampede Canadian Rockies Heli-Hiking Trip, Calgary

Yeeeehaaaawwwww!! Welcome to the greatest outdoor show in the World! We'll be attending the world famous Calgary Stampede followed by an incredible heli-hiking trip in the Canadian Rockies. Three days of excitement followed by three days of relaxation and exercise. What more could you want? Great food? Great people? You got it!

Welcome to Calgary, Canada, home of the world famous Calgary Stampede. On arrival, we'll make you an honorary Canadian by taking you shopping for the right cowboy and cowgirl gear. After settling into our fabulous hotel The Fairmont Palliser, we'll be having our welcome drinks and dinner in the flavour of a ho-down tradition.

Our morning starts with a great pancake breakfast followed by your introduction to Calgary and the Stampede Fairgrounds. That day we'll be watching the world famous rodeo.

We spend this day touring the world class fairgrounds. There is everything from the amazing dogs, the hypnotist, the home show, the casino and everything else the Stampede has to offer. That night we'll be attending the world famous Chuckwagon Championships followed by fantastic fireworks.

Equipped with Starbucks we'll drive to the famous Rafter Six valley ranch for a horseback ride and picnic. That afternoon we'll be driving four hours to the secluded Island Lake Lodge near Fernie British Columbia in the heart of the Canadian Rockies.

Today we'll be Heli Hiking in the alpine of the Canadian Rockies. This day will undoubtedly be a highlight of your trip. Experienced guides will be talking you through the scenery and wildlife on an experience you'll never forget.