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2-Day Banff National Park and Columbia Icefield Tour from Calgary/Banff Tour Code: 922-20114

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Visit Banff National Park (Sulphur Mountain, Banff Gondola, Bow Falls, Bow Lake, Hoodoos, Johnson Canyon, Peyto Lake, Surprise Corner), Banff, Jasper National Park (Icefields Parkway).
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Today 4% Off: Applied to purchases made before 2026-03-21
  • Child Rate: Applicable for children aged 0 to 15 years.
  • Peak Season Pricing Notice: During June – September, prices may fluctuate depending on hotel availability. If any additional costs occur, we will send a separate payment link for the extra amount.
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    $783
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    €682
    C$1072
    Double
    $446
    ￥3071
    €389
    C$611
    3rd Person
    Adult
    $193
    ￥1329
    €168
    C$265
    Child
    (Age 0-15)
    $193
    ￥1329
    €168
    C$265
    4th Person
    Adult
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    €145
    C$228
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    (Age 0-15)
    $166
    ￥1143
    €145
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    €710
    C$1116
    Double
    $464
    ￥3195
    €404
    C$636
    3rd Person
    Adult
    $201
    ￥1384
    €175
    C$276
    Child
    (Age 0-15)
    $201
    ￥1384
    €175
    C$276
    4th Person
    Adult
    $172
    ￥1185
    €150
    C$236
    Child
    (Age 0-15)
    $172
    ￥1185
    €150
    C$236
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Today 4% Off: Applied to purchases made before 2026-03-21
  • Child Rate: Applicable for children aged 0 to 15 years.
  • Peak Season Pricing Notice: During June – September, prices may fluctuate depending on hotel availability. If any additional costs occur, we will send a separate payment link for the extra amount.
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  • Day 1
  • Day 2
Day 1 Calgary - Banff National Park - Banff Town (207 km)
Day 2 Banff National Park - Jasper National Park - Columbia Icefield - Banff (357 km)

Day 1: Calgary - Banff National Park - Banff Town (207 km)

Standard Hotel: Banff Aspen Lodge / Banff Mount Royal / Elk + Avenue Hotel / Banff Inn / Banff Park Lodge / Banff Caribou Lodge & Spa or Similar
Breakfast: Excluded|Lunch: Meal Plan|Dinner: Excluded
We will visit Banff Sulphur Mountain, ride Gondola, appreciate Johnston Canyon, Bow Falls, Surprise Corner and Hoodoos. Later we will visit Banff Town and spend the night there.

Departure around 8:00 AM from Calgary. Complete the itinerary between 4:30 PM and 5:30 PM.

  • Banff National Park, AB

    Banff National Park, AB
    Canada's oldest national park-- and one of the first national parks in the world-- is home to an icy but gorgeous landscape.

    Sulphur Mountain

    Sulphur Mountain
    This mountain in Banff National Park is part of the Canadian Rocky Mountains. There is a gondola that takes you nearly to the summit, which is perched at 8,041 feet.

    Duration: Approx. 1 Hour 30 Minutes

    Banff Gondola

    Banff Gondola
    This unique cable-car ride takes visitors to Alberta, Canada's Banff National Park to the top of Sulphur Mountain, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Atop the mountain there are many viewing areas, a long boardwalk, and two small museums.

    Within the Admission Package - (Optional)

    Duration: Approx. 1 Hour 30 Minutes

    Johnson Canyon

    Johnston Creek is the one of most famous sights in Banff National Park. Known for its walking trail throughout the year. *Free Crampons are provided for Winter itinerary

    Duration: Approx. 1 Hour

    Bow Falls

    Bow Falls
    The Bow Falls are a 30-foot-high, 100-foot wide waterfall just outside the city of Banff. The falls are popular with tourists because they are just a short walk from the town and can be reached on foot from most hotels.

    Duration: Approx. 15 Minutes

    Surprise Corner

    Surprise Corner
    This scenic viewpoint in Banff National Park, though unmarked, is locally known as the best place to get views of the famous Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel and the beautiful scenery that surrounds it.

    Duration: Approx. 15 Minutes

    Hoodoos

    Hoodoos are intriguing geological formations that rise like thin towers from rocky terrain. Those in Alberta's Banff National Park are no exception. They hover like tall spires above the wilderness of this vast area.

    Duration: Approx. 15 Minutes

    Banff Photo + Wildlife Night Tour

    Capture Banff's magic with expert guides. Photograph wildlife, Vermillion Lake's fiery sunset, and Banff Town under starry skies. Learn pro photo tips to immortalize these moments. The adventure begins 30 minutes before sunset in Banff National Park.(Optional)

    Duration: Approx. 2 Hours 30 Minutes

  • Banff, AB

    Banff, AB
    Banff, known as the "soul of the Rockies" is a small town located within Banff National Park in Alberta. It is within distance of several hiking mountains and is home to many shops and boutiques.

    Duration: Approx. 1 Hour 30 Minutes

Day 2: Banff National Park - Jasper National Park - Columbia Icefield - Banff (357 km)

Breakfast: Included|Lunch: Meal Plan|Dinner: Excluded
Today we will pass Icefield Parkway, visit attractions Bow Lake, Peyto Lake,Columbia Icefield and Crowfoot Glacier.

  • Banff National Park, AB

    Banff National Park, AB
    Canada's oldest national park-- and one of the first national parks in the world-- is home to an icy but gorgeous landscape.

    Bow Lake

    Bow Lake
    A small lake in western Alberta, Canada. It is located on the Bow River, in the Canadian Rockies, at an altitude of 1920 m. It is one of the lakes that line the Icefields Parkway in Banff National Park and Jasper National Park.

    Duration: Approx. 20 Minutes

    Peyto Lake

    Peyto Lake
    Peyto Lake in Alberta, Canada's Banff National Park is known for its stunning aqua-blue coloration. It can be best seen from a viewing point just off the Icefield Parkway; this is considered one of the best views in Canada.

    Replaced by Waterfowl Lake if it is closed

    Duration: Approx. 20 Minutes

    Crowfoot Glacier

    Crowfoot Glacier is located in Banff National Park, Alberta, Canada, 32 km (20 mi) northwest of Lake Louise, and can be viewed from the Icefields Parkway. The glacier is situated on the northeastern flank of Crowfoot Mountain.

    Duration: Approx. 15 Minutes

  • Jasper National Park, AB

    Jasper National Park, AB
    Offering visitors a more laid-back mountain experience - with equal options for adventure, discovery and relaxation. The park includes the glaciers of the Columbia Icefield, hot springs, lakes, waterfalls and mountains.

    Icefields Parkway (Passing By)

    One of Canada's national treasures and most rewarding destinations. Stretching 232km through the heart of Canadian Rockies World Heritage Site, this world-class journey offers access to a vast wilderness of pristine mountain lakes, ancient glaciers and broad sweeping valleys

  • Columbia Icefield, AB

    Columbia Icefield, AB
    The Columbia Icefield in the northern part of Banff National Park covers an area of about 200 square miles in the Canadian Rockies. The Icefield feeds eight major glaciers in the area, including Athabasca Glacier and Dome Glacier.

    Duration: Approx. 2 Hours 30 Minutes

    Ice Explorer

    Ice Explorer
    Experience the thrill of traversing the ancient Athabasca Glacier in a massive Ice Explorer. This specially designed all-terrain vehicle takes you onto a 10,000-year-old sheet of ice, where you can walk, feel, and even drink from the glacier.

    Within the Admission Package - (Optional)

    Duration: Approx. 3 Hours

  • Banff, AB

    Banff, AB
    Banff, known as the "soul of the Rockies" is a small town located within Banff National Park in Alberta. It is within distance of several hiking mountains and is home to many shops and boutiques.

    Duration: Approx. 1 Hour 30 Minutes

Please note the itinerary sequence listed above will be changed based on the actual arrival date. Some attractions will be replaced with others when they are closed for the seasonal reasons.
Find Closest Pickup
Location Address Departure Return
Calgary, AB 610 4 Ave SW, Calgary, AB T2P 0K1 (Coast Calgary Downtown Hotel & Suites by APA - Calgary, AB) 8:00am 7:00pm
Banff, AB 401 Banff Ave, Banff, AB T1L 1A9 (Banff Aspen Lodge Lobby) 9:35am 5:30pm

*Return time is an estimate and varies based on traffic and weather conditions.

  • Please arrive at least 10 mins prior to departure.

Price Includes

  • 1 night hotel accommodation
  • Bilingual Tour guide (English & Chinese)
  • Transportation with Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Traffic Accident Insurance
  • Driver/guide Service Fee (Included in check out price)
  • National Parks Admission Fees (Included in check out price)

Price Excludes

  • Personal expenses
  • Meals and beverage
  • Travel insurance
  • Other expenses not mentioned
  • Optional activities with additional fees mentioned in the itinerary

Additional Note

  • Pre-order Meal Selection: If you choose the meal plan, please select your main dish for lunch from the following options: Chicken, Alberta Beef, or Vegetarian. Each guest may choose their own option. If we do not receive your selection 14 days prior to the tour departure, "Alberta Beef" will be automatically selected as the main dish.
  • Meal Plan: Not recommend choosing the group meal option for guests with any dietary requirement (e.g., vegetarian) or allergies.
  • Hotel Policy
  • Hotel Room Type: Standard rooms feature either "two double beds" , "one double bed with a sofa bed", or "one double bed". Please note that no extra beds are provided for 3rd or 4th guests in the room.
  • Check-in Time: Hotel check in time is 4:00 PM. Guests arriving in the morning are not guaranteed to check in.
  • Others: According to the regulations of different hotels, you may be asked to provide a credit card as a deposit for incidental expenses during the stay, such as telephone calls, etc. Smoking is strictly prohibited in the rooms. Violation of the rules will result in a fine of the passenger's own cost.
  • Baggage Restrictions: one check in and one carry on luggage, with applicable size restrictions, are allowed for each person. Extra per baggage will be charged C$50+5%GST
  • Other Notes: Airport pickup day will not be guaranteed for the VIP Seat (i.e., first 4 rows)
  • Itinerary Adjustments: In case of attraction closures due to weather conditions, we will substitute them with alternative attractions to ensure a fulfilling experience.
  • Infant/Child Car Seat: Please bring your own car seat if needed for infants or children.

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  • Cancellation Fees:
    • 32 or more days prior to departure - 10% of total purchase amount + 5%GTS
    • 15-31 days prior to departure - 60% of total purchase amount + 5%GTS
    • Within 14 days prior to departure - 100% of total purchase amount
    • Day of departure or no-show - 100% of total purchase amount
    • Unused features are non-refundable. No-shows forfeit entire payment.
      The refund amount will be credited directly to your TakeTours wallet as credits for future use. Or the refund can also be forwarded directly to your credit card with a 6% handling fee.
  • Itinerary Variations:
    We constantly strives to improve tour itineraries and features. If such improvements can be made, or unforeseen circumstances beyond our control make changes necessary - we reserve the right to vary itineraries and to substitute hotels. At certain peak periods duplicate departures may operate, and sometimes in reverse order in which case hotels may vary from those stated on the itinerary pages.
  • Tour Cancellation:
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  • Complementary Items (If applicable):
    If the tour package includes complimentary items, there is no cash value or refund for unused services.

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