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2-Day Fairmont Winter C Line Mini Tour From Calgary or Banff Tour Code: 793-9599

Price (/Person)
    Single $516
    Double $294
    3rd Person
    Adult $250
    Child
    (Age under 11 yrs old)    		 $250
    4th Person
    Adult $221
    Child
    (Age under 11 yrs old)    		 $250

Pricing Policy

  • Children Rate apply for those under 15 years old and must share with 2 adults in a double room, without extra bed.
  • Two full-sized beds or one king size bed per room. Please contact with us if you have special requests. No additional bed for 3rd or 4th travelers.
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Day 1: Banff National Park - Clearwater County - Banff (12505 km)

Depart from the hote, we will head to the Johnston Canyon. We can enjoy the Ice Walk (Rivet shoes are provided) and then taste the free hot chocolate drink prepared by our tour guide. Then we will visit the Vermillion Lake, one of the most popular locations for photographers. Afterwards we will come to the Surprise Corner and then visit the Bow Falls. Then we will go to hotel and rest.

Note: for guests whose departure dates on Saturdays during Dec 23, 2019 to Mar 10, 2020, we will replace the itinerary above with the Abraham Lake Tour. The Abraham Lake Tour may be cancelled due to weather conditions and we will change to original itinerary.
Travel through Icefields Parkway, we will come to visit the Jasper National Park. Afterwards, we will visit the Bow Lake. Then we will continue to visit the Abraham Lake, famous for Frozen Bubbles Lake in the winter. Guests can also take a helicopter tour at your own expense. After that, we will return back to the Banff Town.

  • 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.

    Duration: Approx. 3 Hours

    Johnston Creek

    Johnston Creek is the one of most famous sights in Banff National Park。There are two spectacular waterfalls in the Johnston gorge: Falls Upper and Falls Lower.

    Duration: Approx. 1 Hour 20 Minutes

    Surprise Corner

    Surprise Corner
    Surprise Corner is about a mile from the centre of Banff town. The surprise at the corner of Tunnel Mountain Road in the town of Banff is the sudden appearance and incredible view of the [Fairmont Banff Springs]

    Duration: Approx. 15 Minutes

    Bow Falls

    Bow Falls
    Bow Falls is not like your typical waterfall, it is wide and short. You can also see the valley that was eroded by glacier activity and the [Bow Falls] over the years.

    Duration: Approx. 15 Minutes

    Bow Lake

    Bow Lake is a bright turquoise color which is due to the glacial runoff from Bow Glacier. Historical Simpson's Num-Ti-Jah is located on the shores of Bow Lake at the foot of Mount Jimmy Simpson.

    Duration: Approx. 15 Minutes

    Candian Rockies Helicopter Sightseeing Tour

    Candian Rockies Helicopter Sightseeing Tour
    Take a helicopter tour and see the beautiful Canadian Rocky Mountains in all their splendor from above.

    The helicopter tour may be cancelled due to weather conditions and the prepaid activity fee will be refunded.

  • 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.

  • Clearwater County, AB

    A municipal district in west central Alberta, Canada.

    Abraham Lake

    Abraham Lake
    An artificial lake in western Alberta, Canada with a surface area of 53.7 km2 and a length of 32 km. It is a popular destination for photographers because of "frozen bubbles" under the ice.

    There is no walking path around the Abraham Lake. Please pay attention to personal safety during the tour and wear non-slip shoes. The rivet crampons are provided for free.

    Duration: Approx. 30 Minutes

Day 2: Banff - Calgary (209 km)

Today, we will continue exploring Banff National Park. Enjoy a ride to the Sulphur Mountain Summit on Banff Gondola (optional surcharge). Next, you can see Banff Hoodoos, the "Devil's Rock." Following Bow Falls, ut is almost like you are enchanted with time when the river roars in summer. After taking a peek at the Surprise Corner, the spectacular viewpoint for the famous Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel, we will visit and make a lunch stop at this Iconic Castle hotel. Finally, hiking at Johnston Canyon before coming back to Calgary.

  • 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.

    Duration: Approx. 3 Hours

    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

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

    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

    Bow Falls

    Bow Falls
    Bow Falls is not like your typical waterfall, it is wide and short. You can also see the valley that was eroded by glacier activity and the [Bow Falls] over the years.

    Duration: Approx. 15 Minutes

    Surprise Corner

    Surprise Corner
    Surprise Corner is about a mile from the centre of Banff town. The surprise at the corner of Tunnel Mountain Road in the town of Banff is the sudden appearance and incredible view of the [Fairmont Banff Springs]

    Duration: Approx. 15 Minutes

    Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel

    This luxury hotel, one of Canada's grand railway hotels, is located in the heart of Banff National Park in Alberta, built in the Scottish baronial style. There is a local legend that the hotel is haunted.

    Duration: Approx. 1 Hour 15 Minutes

    Johnston Canyon

    Johnston Canyon
    Johnston Canyon is a must-visit natural attraction and one of the most popular destinations in Banff National Park! It is carved steeply into the limestone bedrock by thousands of years of water erosion. The dramatic Johnston Canyon is a breathtaking beauty located in Banff National Park. Overhanging canyon walls, waterfalls, deep pools of Johnston Creek, and lush forests can be seen here.

    If the attraction is under maintenance or other force majeure, we will go to Lake Minnewanka and Two Jack Lake as an alternative attraction

    Duration: Approx. 1 Hour

Breakfast: Meal Plan|Lunch: Meal Plan (French Brasserie at Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel)
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Location Address Departure
Calgary, AB 133 9 Ave SW, Calgary, AB T2P 2M3, Calgary, AB AB T2P 2M3 8:50am
  • Drop off: Please arrange your flight leaving after 8:30pm from Calgary Airport.
  • Drop off points: (If you don't need to purchase the post tour on last day)
    Calgary drop off point 1: Best Western Premier Calgary Plaza, address: 1316 33rd St NE, Calgary AB T2A 6B6
    Calgary drop off point 2: Delta Calgary Downtown, address: 209 4th Ave SE, Calgary AB T2G 0C6
    Calgary drop off point 3: Calgary airport
    According to itinerary arrangement, the drop off time may be changed. The specific time is subject to the actual situation.
  • Drop off: Please arrange your return flight after 9:30PM on last day.

Price Includes

  • Banff Upper Hot Springs admission (No refund if you are unable to participate in due to personal reasons or the closure of the attraction.)
  • Rent trail crampons for free
  • Calgary Airport drop off
  • Transportation via 15 seats V/C with air conditioning
  • 1 night hotel accommodation
  • National Park entrance fees
  • English / Mandarin bilingual tour guide
  • Traffic accident insurance

Price Excludes

  • Gratuity for tour guide/driver CAD$10 per person/day; airport pick up CAD$4 per person
  • All meals (unless specified)
  • 5% GST (Goods and Services Tax), will be added when booking
  • Optional activities or others mentioned in the itinerary
  • Any other private expenses such as laundry, telephone call, drinks, shopping, and pay TV, etc.
  • Additional cost due to force majeure such as travel delays, wars, coups, strikes, weather, aircraft machine failures, flight cancellations or schedule change.
  • Travel insurance

Additional Note

  • Post Optional Package:
    • YYC-WS Ski Package Inclusions:
      1. 1 night hotel accommodation in Banff Town (available upgrade to Fairmont Spring Hotel at your own expense)
      2. Shuttle Bus between Banff Town and Ski Resort
      3. 1-day Ski Resort Pass - valid at one of Lake Louise Ski Resort, Banff Sunshine & Mt Norquay
      4. 1-Day Ski Resort Pass Skiing equippment rentals (Ski/boots/poles/helmet or snowboard/boots/helmet)
      5. Transportation between Banff and Calgary (need to pre-book)
    • YYC-WD Leisure Travel Package Inclusions
      1. 1 night hotel accommodation in Banff Town (available upgrade to Fairmont Spring Hotel at your own expense)
      2. Transportation between Banff and Calgary Airport (need to pre-book)
    Drop off: Calgary International Airport and Delta Downtown (the last shuttle departing from Banff will be around 6:30PM, it will vary according to the weather condition)
    Delta Calgary Downtown: address at 209 4th Ave SE, Calgary AB T2G 0C6
    Reminder: Please provide your return flight time after your booking in order to arrange the proper transportation. The post tour is self-gudied without any tour guide service. All meals not included and need be arranged by yourself.
  • Note:
    • All guests need to bring a valid visa to join this tour and compete the eTA in advance according to your passport type. For details, please visit the link: http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/visit/eta.asp (Electronic Travel Permit in Mandarin for reference only: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O4iyyMVFvfM)
    • Please provide accurate: name, gender, adult / child and contact phone number when booking the tour. Guests will lbe responsible for missing or providing wrong information during the journey.
    • Optional tours, attractions and meals can only be booked at the time of booking. No additional change or modification is allowed within 7 days before you tour departure.
    • Hotel Class: North American Hotels do not have an official hotel star rating standard. The hotels involved in the tour will be local brand hotels.
    • The North American Hotel Standard Room will be equipped with 1 or 2 beds. If you have special requirements for the bed types, please inform us at the time of booking.
    • Tourist Vehicles Arrangement: we will arrange the vehicles according to the number of travelers. For 7-15 seats cars, they will be provided a driver/tour guide.
    • Guests will take the responsibility for any flight cancellations or delays, climate change, or any other travel safety issues within the trip. We suggest you purchase the travel insurance when your booking.
  • Tour Tips:
    • The itinerary includes airport transfer, please make sure to provide accurate flight information. In case of inaccurate information, we reserve the right to provide the second service or charge a pick-up fee of CAD$30/person for the pick-up service.
    • It is recommended that you redeem your local currency before you departure. The tour guide does not provide currency exchange services.
    • No smoking in the hotel room or there will be penalty.
    • Any guest under 16 years old must be accompanied by an adult (age 18 or above).
    • Please arrive at the pick-up location in advance. If you miss the transportation, you will need to arrange your own transportation to next designation to meet our group.
    • Such as weather, traffic cancellation/interruption or personal reasons, any discount, promotion, coupons, admission fee including in the package cannot be refund.
  • The weather in the Rocky Mountain Scenic Area is dry and cold in winter. The temperature is usually under 10癈. Please prepare adequate winter clothing, hats, wool socks and waterproof ski boots or sports shoes.
  • Guests need to sign the "Waiver" when joining winter activities. We recommend you to purchase travel insurance.
  • The Rocky Mountain is located at a high altitude and there is still plenty of sunshine in winter. Please bring sunscreen, sunglasses and hat to avoid ultraviolet radiation and avoid the possibility of snow blindness.
  • Snow shoes walking: please wear warm in outdoor activities and also wear non-slip shoes when walking in snowy lakes, canyons and etc.
  • Banff Upper Hot Spring: the temperature difference in winter is large during outdoor natural hot springs, please make sure to keep warm after that; The suggested soaking time should not exceed 20 minutes; The hot spring area provides lockers, please take care of your own belongings.

Confirmation

  • After the reservation information is submitted, you will immediately receive a receipt email for the reservation order. Within 72 hours of submission, you will receive an order status confirmation email. Please do not book a flight until you receive an order status confirmation email.

Redemption

  • After booking online, you will receive a "confirmation email" with complete instructions, including the local phone number of the destination. When you are sure, be sure to print this "confirmation email" and take it with you on your trip -- evidence that you have paid for it.

Terms & Condition

  • The following applies to order cancellations and changes:
    - reduce the number of participants for the same order
    - cancel the entire order
    - change of itinerary
    - change different dates for the same trip
    1. No refund will be made for any change or cancellation of the entire order or one or all of the activities, meals, tickets and accommodation within 30 days prior to the departure of the tour;
    2. Charge C$100/ order/time service fee 31 days or more before the tour (activities and catering are refundable)
    3. Christmas, New Year, and holidays(Dec.16-Jan.02) are non-refundable and non-changeable once confirmed.
  • The following applies to order modification
    - increase the number of participants in the trip (depending on the resource situation of the corresponding date of the trip)
    - change the name of the person participating in the trip
    1. No modification shall be made within 30 days before the tour
    2. A service fee of C$50/ single/trip will be charged for 31 days or more before the trip
    3. If there is any upgrade hotels (Fairmont, etc.) in the booking, there will be non-refundable for any changes or cancellation for upgrade hotel option.
  • 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.
  • If your itinerary includes shuttle service, please be sure to provide accurate flight information and arrive at the designated pick-up location in advance. The travel agency reserves the right to provide the second service or to charge $30 per person if there is an error in pick-up due to inaccurate information.
  • Visitors under the age of 16 should be accompanied by an adult (aged 18 or above).
  • Please understand that complimentary items unavailable due to traffic, weather or other force majeure factors, or you cannot participate due to personal reasons, the fees will not be refunded.
  • We strongly recommend that you purchase travel insurance.
  • If you have special needs (such as bed, vegetarian, baby chair, etc.), please inform us at least 7 days before the trip, we will try to coordinate, but no guarantee.
  • If you need to leave the tour, please sign the confirmation of leaving the tour.
  • During the tour, there may be different vehicles and tour guides to serve you. Sorry for any inconvenience!
  • The order of travel may be adjusted.
  • If the weather condition, war, general strikes, and other unforeseen circumstances interrupt the journey, our company reserves the right to rearrange the journey without refunding the tour fee.

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