Things to do over the New Year's Day long weekend in Alberta (Updated 2026)

Alberta, Canada
Banff National Park Big Canoe Tour

Delve deep into Banff National Park and admire the scenery from the water on this big canoe adventure. Paddle along the beautiful Bow River and …More

Delve deep into Banff National Park and admire the scenery from the water on this big canoe adventure. Paddle along the beautiful Bow River and...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$70
Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Icefields Parkway

Download GuideAlong's self-guided audio tour of the Icefields Parkway for the best way to tour this incredible drive. Along the way, hear stories play automatically …More

Download GuideAlong's self-guided audio tour of the Icefields Parkway for the best way to tour this incredible drive. Along the way, hear stories play automatically...

8 to 16 hours Free Cancellation
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$20
Rafting Athabasca Falls Run in Jasper

The Athabasca River Falls Run starts at the base of the Athabasca Falls. Raft 15 kilometers down the majestic Athabasca Valley in Jasper National Park. …More

The Athabasca River Falls Run starts at the base of the Athabasca Falls. Raft 15 kilometers down the majestic Athabasca Valley in Jasper National Park....

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$94
Canmore Caving Adventure Tour

The Adventure Tour has been recognized as a Canadian Signature Experience. As the longest tour we offer in Rat’s Nest Cave, the Adventure Tour is the complete package. …More

The Adventure Tour has been recognized as a Canadian Signature Experience. As the longest tour we offer in Rat’s Nest Cave, the Adventure Tour is the complete package....

6 hours
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$143
Athabasca Glacier Snow Trip from Banff

Visit Canada's famous glaciers on a full-day seasonal excursion from Banff. Your personalized small group tour takes you through an awe-inspiring landscape carved by glaciers …More

Visit Canada's famous glaciers on a full-day seasonal excursion from Banff. Your personalized small group tour takes you through an awe-inspiring landscape carved by glaciers...

11 hours Hotel pickup offered
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$271
Snowshoeing Tour to the Paint Pots

This easy 3-kilometer trail through Kootenay National Park to see the historical Paint Pots is the perfect introduction to snowshoeing. You'll hike along a snowy …More

This easy 3-kilometer trail through Kootenay National Park to see the historical Paint Pots is the perfect introduction to snowshoeing. You'll hike along a snowy...

4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$78
Banff Nat'l Park with Moraine Lake & Lake Louise | Private Tour

Immerse yourself in the scenery of the Canadian Rockies and enjoy a personalized experience of Banff National Park on this private tour. Explore at your …More

Immerse yourself in the scenery of the Canadian Rockies and enjoy a personalized experience of Banff National Park on this private tour. Explore at your...

8 to 10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$573
Moraine Lake Lake Louise Emerald Lake Banff Town & Natural Bridge

※Please note that during the summer season (June to mid-October), our itinerary will include Moraine Lake as an additional destination. When Moraine Lake closes for …More

※Please note that during the summer season (June to mid-October), our itinerary will include Moraine Lake as an additional destination. When Moraine Lake closes for...

8 to 10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$78
Canmore Caving Explorer Tour

The 4.5-hour Explorer Tour is jam-packed full of fun and excitement. Your guide will introduce you to the amazing world of caves, spending approximately 2 to 2.5 hours …More

The 4.5-hour Explorer Tour is jam-packed full of fun and excitement. Your guide will introduce you to the amazing world of caves, spending approximately 2 to 2.5 hours...

4 hours 30 minutes
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$107
Calgary YYC Airport to Banff Hotels (Shared Shuttle Bus)

If you are looking for a budget-friendly and affordable shuttle to Banff, we are your go-to team. Experience genuine hospitality and excellent customer service by …More

If you are looking for a budget-friendly and affordable shuttle to Banff, we are your go-to team. Experience genuine hospitality and excellent customer service by...

1 hour 45 minutes Free Cancellation
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$40
Round-Trip Shuttle Tour to Banff, Lake Louise & Moraine Lake

Experience the beauty of Banff National Park on a relaxing shared shuttle to Banff Town, Lake Louise, and Moraine Lake. Leave the driving to us …More

Experience the beauty of Banff National Park on a relaxing shared shuttle to Banff Town, Lake Louise, and Moraine Lake. Leave the driving to us...

6 to 7 hours Free Cancellation
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$29
Airport Shuttle from Calgary to Banff

We provide pre-arranged reliable transportation experience for our clients to destinations between Calgary's surrounding communities and Banff. Travel time is subject to traffic conditions and …More

We provide pre-arranged reliable transportation experience for our clients to destinations between Calgary's surrounding communities and Banff. Travel time is subject to traffic conditions and...

2 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$330
Blend Your Own Gin Experience in Banff

Enjoy a distillery tour + craft spirits tasting, then put your skills to work and blend your own bottle of gin. Touch, smell and select …More

Enjoy a distillery tour + craft spirits tasting, then put your skills to work and blend your own bottle of gin. Touch, smell and select...

1 hour Free Cancellation
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$54
Day Tour to Banff Gondola Johnston Canyon Hiking Hot Springs

Indulge in a day of exploration in Banff National Park. Ascend Sulphur Mountain aboard the Banff Gondola for panoramic views or unwind in the natural …More

Indulge in a day of exploration in Banff National Park. Ascend Sulphur Mountain aboard the Banff Gondola for panoramic views or unwind in the natural...

7 to 10 hours Free Cancellation
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$57
Drumheller Badlands Private Tour

Tour price varies by group size, minimum tickets required even if smaller group. Travel 75 million years back in time — just 90 minutes from …More

Tour price varies by group size, minimum tickets required even if smaller group. Travel 75 million years back in time — just 90 minutes from...

8 to 10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$60
Columbia Icefield and Peyto Lake with Crowfoot Glacier

Your adventure begins with a pickup from Calgary, Banff, or Canmore. From the pickup point, take a scenic drive to Banff and Jasper National Parks. …More

Your adventure begins with a pickup from Calgary, Banff, or Canmore. From the pickup point, take a scenic drive to Banff and Jasper National Parks....

10 hours Free Cancellation
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$100
Wolfdog Sanctuary Half Day Tour from Calgary

Immerse yourself in the captivating world of wolfdogs on this half-day tour from Calgary. Enjoy a coffee in the stunning foothills while observing these remarkable …More

Immerse yourself in the captivating world of wolfdogs on this half-day tour from Calgary. Enjoy a coffee in the stunning foothills while observing these remarkable...

3 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$78
Guided Tour in Banff National Park with Pickup in Calgary

Banff National Park sightseeing spans Moraine Lake, Johnston Canyon, Lake Louise, Banff, and Marble Canyon on this shared, full-day tour from Calgary. Walk lakeshores, canyon …More

Banff National Park sightseeing spans Moraine Lake, Johnston Canyon, Lake Louise, Banff, and Marble Canyon on this shared, full-day tour from Calgary. Walk lakeshores, canyon...

10 to 12 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$93
Moraine Lake and Lake Louise Sunrise Adventure

Our tours are owner operated, meaning the owners are also the guides out there on tour with you! Each guide is a long-time local, bringing …More

Our tours are owner operated, meaning the owners are also the guides out there on tour with you! Each guide is a long-time local, bringing...

7 hours Free Cancellation
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$143
Moraine Lake & Lake Louise Tour from Calgary/Canmore/Banff

Experience the best of Banff National Park on a comfortable small-group tour from Calgary. Visit the iconic turquoise waters of Moraine Lake and Lake Louise, …More

Experience the best of Banff National Park on a comfortable small-group tour from Calgary. Visit the iconic turquoise waters of Moraine Lake and Lake Louise,...

10 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$93
Morning Jasper National Park Wildlife Tour

Start your day exploring Jasper National Park on this 3-hour guided morning wildlife tour. Experience the park in the quiet morning hours as you search …More

Start your day exploring Jasper National Park on this 3-hour guided morning wildlife tour. Experience the park in the quiet morning hours as you search...

3 to 4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.7 (53)
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$70
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