Weekday Warriors: Panorama Feb 16-18, 2026
Weekday Warriors: Panorama —SHOW UP, SUIT UP and LET US HANDLE THE REST! We’ll pick you up in Edmonton, Red Deer, or Calgary!

OVERVIEW

Weekday Warriors: Panorama (Feb 16–18, 2026)
Turn your days off into a mountain reset with Backside’s midweek dash to Panorama—think big groomers and glades by day, giant hot pools by night, and an easy all-in package so you can just show up and ride.
What’s included
  • Round-trip luxury motor coach transportation (pickup points along Hwy 2: Edmonton / Red Deer / Calgary)
  • 2 nights on-hill lodging—sleep steps from the lifts
  • 2-day lift ticket to Panorama Mountain Resort
  • Backside Trip Experts on board to handle check-ins, lift tickets, and all the little details
Why you’ll love it
  • Midweek momentum without the weekend logistics
  • Walkable village, restaurants, and après right outside your door
  • Time to soak in Panorama’s massive outdoor pools
  • Non-skiers welcome—spa time, snowshoeing, skating, and chill village vibes
Good to know
  • Pack a swimsuit for the hot pools
  • Rentals and lessons available at the resort (book ahead)
  • Perfect for friends, couples, and small teams looking for an easy, social winter escape

Ride. Soak. Sleep steps from the lift. Repeat.

HIGHLIGHTS

🗓️ Mon–Wed, Feb 16–18, 2026 — a quick midweek reset
🚌 Round-trip luxury coach with pickups in Edmonton • Red Deer • Calgary

🏨 On-hill lodging in Panorama Village — steps from the lifts & après
🎟️⛷️ 2-day lift ticket included for max mountain time

♨️ Giant outdoor hot pools (pack a swimsuit)
⭐ Backside Trip Experts handle check-ins, lift tickets, and all the details

❄️ Non-skiers welcome: 🧖‍♀️ spa time • 🥾 snowshoeing • ⛸️ skating • cozy village vibes
➕ Easy add-ons: 🎿 rentals & 🎓 lessons (book ahead)

🎉 1 Good Time and a Great Trip
This is what Backside is all about.


MEETING LOCATION

The Home Depot Strathcona
6725 104 St NW, Edmonton, AB T6H 2L3, Canada
Please park along the far east side of the parking lot along Gateway Blvd. PARKING IS AT YOUR OWN RISK.

additional information

  • Itinerary

    Weekday Warriors: Panorama
    Panorama
    Feb 16–18, 2026

    *All times are approximate and are subject to change due to road conditions
     and other unforeseen circumstances.  Times below are in Mountain Standard Time.

    Monday February 16, 2026
    • 1000 hrs: Load bus at Strathcona Home Depot - 6725 - 104 St (Please park along the far east side of the parking lot along Gateway Blvd 
    *PARKING IS AT YOUR OWN RISK.
    • 1030 hrs: Buses depart for Panorama
    • 1200 hrs: Pick up in Calgary
    • 1330 hrs: Calgary pick-ups at the Sandman across from COP (125 Bowridge Drive / Please park on the far north side of the hotel and register with the hotel before leaving.)
    • 1400 hrs: Depart Calgary
    • 1600 hrs: Stop at the AB/BC Highway Overpass for a quick stretch. (if needed)
    • 1730 hrs: Approximate arrival in Panorama Mountain Resort - The Approach (2040 Summit Dr, Panorama, BC V0A 1T0)
    *Please stay seated until your Trip Expert has handed out the room keys and lift tickets.
    • Evening: Head out to T-Bar Pub or, if staying in room, please ensure front and deck doors are closed to avoid noise complaints.

    Tuesday February 17, 2026
    • 0900 hrs: Lifts open Ski/Ride all day
        *Ski/Ride safe and STAY IN  BOUNDS
    • 1500 hrs: Meet at the T-Bar Pub (base of hill) for apres ski enjoyment
    • Evening:  If staying in the room, please ensure the front and deck doors are closed to avoid noise complaints.

    Wednesday February 18, 2026
    • 0900 - 1100 hrs: Pack up and move all gear into day rooms (if late checkout not provided) (day rooms identified on your check in sheets in your rooms or ask your guides)
    • 0900 hrs: Lifts open Ski/Ride all day
      *Ski/Ride safe and STAY IN BOUNDS
    • 1500 hrs: Meet at the T-Bar Pub for an apres ski beverage
    • 1530 hrs: Bus available for loading
    • 1600 hrs: Buses departs for Edmonton 
    • 1930 hrs: Calgary drop offs and Supper break
    • 2000 hrs: Depart Calgary
    • 2130 hrs: Red Deer drop offs 
    • 2300 hrs: Approximate arrival in Edmonton (make sure you have all your belongings)

    THANK YOU FOR TRAVELING WITH BACKSIDE TOURS! 

POLICIES & AGREEMENTS

  • Backside Tours Disclaimer

    Backside Tours Disclaimers:
    1. Trip Insurance: Backside Tours strongly recommends that all travelers purchase trip insurance.
    2. Responsibility for Injury and Property: Backside Tours is not responsible for any injury, damage, or loss to persons or property during the duration of the package tour. Participants are solely responsible for the care and welfare of their own property, as well as any property they interact with.
    3. Supplier Liability: Backside Tours is not liable for the actions, omissions, or services provided by third-party suppliers such as transportation companies, accommodation providers, or ski resorts. Any issues arising from cancellations, complications, or extensions of the package are not the responsibility of Backside Tours.
    4. Waiver Requirement: All participants are required to sign a waiver prior to engaging in any package activities booked through Backside Tours.
    5. Acts Beyond Our Control: Backside Tours accepts no responsibility for acts beyond its control, including but not limited to acts of God, road closures, equipment failure, vehicle accidents, illness, theft, criminal activity, delays, civil disturbances, government restrictions, or supplier-related issues. Backside reserves the right to modify the itinerary as necessary for the comfort and safety of participants and will inform the Group Organizer of any significant changes. Any refunds will be at the sole discretion of Backside Tours.
    6. Health and Safety Risks: Participation in the package may expose individuals to communicable diseases, including COVID-19. While all reasonable measures will be taken, the risk of illness remains, and participants assume full responsibility for following all required protocols from Backside Tours, suppliers, and governing authorities. Participants knowingly accept the risks of injury, illness, and loss during the tour, including any risks resulting from negligence or misconduct on the part of Backside Tours or its service providers.
    7. Age and Fitness Requirements: Some activities in the package may require a minimum level of physical fitness or skill. It is the participant's responsibility to ensure they are physically capable of engaging in the activities included in the package. Backside Tours is not responsible for injuries resulting from failure to meet fitness or skill requirements.
    8. Room Occupancy Policy
      Room rates are based on full occupancy. If a room is not filled to its designated capacity (e.g., quad, triple, or double occupancy), I understand that the remaining participants in that room must share the cost difference unless otherwise agreed in writing by Backside.
    9. Photographic/Video Release: By participating in the package, participants grant Backside Tours permission to use any photographs, videos, or other media taken during the tour for promotional, marketing, and advertising purposes without further consent or compensation.

  • Backside Tours: The Code to Carve By

    • Respect Fellow Travelers and Locals
    Be courteous to your fellow travelers, hotel staff, and local communities. Your actions reflect on Backside Tours and the experience of others.

    • Safety on the Slopes
    Follow all mountain safety rules, stay within your skill level, and ask for help if needed. Prioritize safety for yourself and others.

    • Hotel and Après-Ski Etiquette
    Respect shared spaces and quiet hours. Party responsibly and ensure that your actions do not disrupt others' enjoyment or cause any damage.

    • Responsible Stewardship
    Leave no trace. Dispose of waste properly, recycle when possible, and treat the environment with care to preserve the mountains for future guests.

  • Thirty-one (31) Cancellation Policy 2025/26 Season

    All cancellation requests MUST go through the Group Organizer or groups@backsidetours.com and will be subject to an administration fee of $50 plus GST.
    • Thirty one (31) days or more prior to departure: Is subject to an administration fee of $50 plus GST and any supplier specific charges.
    • Thirty (30) days or less  prior to departure: No Refunds are available to individual participants.
    Individual Participant Replacement Policy:
    • Any replacements will be subject to an administration fee of $50 plus GST.
    • Replacements are not accepted by suppliers within seven (7) days of departure.
    • The Group Organizer must provide Backside Tours, in writing, the name of the participant being replaced and the name of the replacement. If an open trip please contact Backside Tours directly (Groups@backsidetours.com).