Day 1 Calgary (Citywalk+Brunch) - Johnston Canyon - Vermilion Lakes - Banff Gondola (optional) - Bow Falls / Surprise Corner - Banff Town (207 km)
Day 2 Banff - Lake Louise - Moraine Lake (seasonal) - Lake Louise Village Lunch - Emerald Lake - Natural Bridge - Icefields Parkway (Skywalk, mandatory) - Overnight at Glacier View Lodge (230 km)
Day 3 Columbia Icefield Ice Explorer Snowcoach (mandatory) - Athabasca Falls-Jasper Town Lunch - Maligne Lake / Maligne Lake Cruise (optional, ) - Medicine Lake - Jasper (127 km)
Day 4 Jasper Town - Pyramid Lake - Sunwapta Falls - The Crossing Lunch (at own expense) - Peyto Lake - Bow Lake - Calgary (284 km)
Day 1:
Calgary (Citywalk+Brunch) - Johnston Canyon - Vermilion Lakes - Banff Gondola (optional) - Bow Falls / Surprise Corner - Banff Town (207 km)
Breakfast: Included (Brunch)|Lunch: Excluded|Dinner: Excluded
Start with a City Walk in Calgary and Brunch, then explore Johnston Canyon. Visit Vermillion Lake and Banff town, ride the Banff Gondola (optional), see Bow Falls and Surprise Corner. Overnight in Banff.
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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.
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 Johnston Canyon is inaccessible due to maintenance or other force majeure conditions, the visit will be replaced with Lake Minnewanka and Two Jack Lake.
Duration: Approx. 1 Hour 15 Minutes
Vermillion Lake
The lake comes from the sulfur hot springs of the nearby Sulfur Mountain, so the riverbed is cinnabar brown, and the shore is swampy, with a natural smell of sulfur in the slimy mud. Here, as long as you look up, you will see the pretty Rundle Mountain.
Duration: Approx. 30 Minutes
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
Enjoy a 1.5-hour round-trip gondola ride to the summit of Sulphur Mountain in Banff National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Take in stunning views, explore the boardwalk, visit two small museums, and enjoy dining options(additional charge) at the top.
Duration: Approx. 1 Hour 30 Minutes
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 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
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Banff, AB
Banff 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. 15 Minutes
Day 2:
Banff - Lake Louise - Moraine Lake (seasonal) - Lake Louise Village Lunch - Emerald Lake - Natural Bridge - Icefields Parkway (Skywalk, mandatory) - Overnight at Glacier View Lodge (230 km)
Breakfast: Meal Plan|Lunch: Meal Plan (Lake Louise Grill & Bar Asian/Western Set Lunch)|Dinner: Included (Mandatory 3-course meal)
Travel west along the Highway 1. Pass the dramatic ramparts of Castle Mountain as you enter the most iconic lake and glacier region of the Canadian Rockies.
Arrive at Lake Louise for a 75-minute visit.
Continue to Moraine Lake (seasonal, approx. 60 minutes).Enjoy a lunch break at Lake Louise Village, with time to relax and explore at your own pace. Cross into Yoho National Park and stop at Emerald Lake for a 30-minute visit.
Continue to Natural Bridge. Travel north along the legendary Icefields Parkway. Arrive at the Columbia Icefield Centre and experience the Glacier Skywalk. Check in at Glacier View Lodge for an unforgettable overnight stay.
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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
Lake Louise
known for its turquoise, glacier-fed lake ringed by high peaks, overlooked by a stately chateau and backed by [Victoria Glacier] and elevated by [Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise]
Duration: Approx. 1 Hour 15 Minutes
Moraine Lake
This glacial lake in Banff National Park's Valley of the Ten Peaks has a brilliant bright blue color due to rock flour that runs into its water. This beautiful and famous lake has appeared in advertisements the world over.
Moraine Lake is typically open from June to early October. When closed, this visit will be replaced with Marble Canyon
Within the Admission Package - (Included)
Opening Hours: Jun 1 - Oct 15, The opening dates are not guaranteed. It's depending on the government schedule.|Duration: Approx. 1 Hour
Lake Louise Village
Nestled in the heart of Banff National Park, Lake Louise Village is a charming alpine hamlet serving as the gateway to iconic attractions like Lake Louise and Moraine Lake. With cozy lodges, dining options, and outdoor gear shops, it's the perfect base for exploring the Canadian Rockies’ natural wonders.
Duration: Approx. 45 Minutes
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Yoho National Park, BC
These are the western slopes of the Canadian Rocky Mountains. Towering rockwalls, spectacular waterfalls and soaring peaks earn the park its name.
Emerald Lake
The Emerald Lake in British Columbia, Canada's Yoho National Park is the largest of the park's many lakes and one of the park's most popular spots. The lake is named for the spectacular turquoise color of the water.
Duration: Approx. 30 Minutes
Natural Bridge
The Kicking Horse River, a Canadian Heritage river, in the Yoho park, has created a natural bridge through solid rock. This formation is located 3 km west of Field, accessible from the road to Emerald Lake.
Duration: Approx. 15 Minutes
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Columbia Icefield, AB
The Columbia Icefield spans 200 square miles in the Canadian Rockies and feeds iconic glaciers like Athabasca Glacier. Enjoy a thrilling experience, including a Snow Coach ride onto the glacier and a walk on the glass-floored Skywalk, surrounded by breathtaking mountain views.
Duration: Approx. 2 Hours 30 Minutes
Columbia Icefield Skywalk
Visitors to the Columbia Icefield Glacier Discovery are treated to something new for the Glacier Skywalk. Modeled after the Grand Canyon Skywalk, this horseshoe-shaped bridge lets guests walk out over the cliffside glacier.
Duration: Approx. 1 Hour
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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
A 230 km long scenic road that parallels the Continental Divide, traversing the rugged landscape of the Canadian Rockies, travelling through Banff National Park and Jasper National Park. It is named for features such as the Columbia Icefield, visible from the parkway. It links Lake Louise with Jasper to the north. At its southern end, the Icefields Parkway terminates at Highway 1.
Day 3:
Columbia Icefield Ice Explorer Snowcoach (mandatory) - Athabasca Falls-Jasper Town Lunch - Maligne Lake / Maligne Lake Cruise (optional, ) - Medicine Lake - Jasper (127 km)
Breakfast: Included (Mandatory breakfast at Glacier View Lodge)|Lunch: Excluded|Dinner: Excluded
Begin the day on the vast expanse of the Columbia Icefield, boarding the Ice Explorer Snowcoach to step directly onto ancient glacial ice. Visit the powerful Athabasca Falls, where glacial meltwater carves through a rugged canyon. Enjoy free time for lunch in Jasper Town. In the afternoon, explore the vast Maligne Lake, with an optional cruise to the iconic Spirit Island, before seeing the unique disappearing Medicine Lake, known for its seasonal water levels and Indigenous legends.
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Columbia Icefield, AB
The Columbia Icefield spans 200 square miles in the Canadian Rockies and feeds iconic glaciers like Athabasca Glacier. Enjoy a thrilling experience, including a Snow Coach ride onto the glacier and a walk on the glass-floored Skywalk, surrounded by breathtaking mountain views.
Duration: Approx. 2 Hours 30 Minutes
Ice Explorer
Visitors to Jasper National Park in Alberta can take this exciting ride across the ice field to the Athabasca Glacier. This is a great way to see the vast tundra of Jasper.
Duration: Approx. 1 Hour 30 Minutes
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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.
Athabasca Falls
A powerful, picturesque waterfall, Athabasca Falls is not known so much for the height of the falls (23 metres), as it is known for its force due to the large quantity of water falling into the gorge.
Duration: Approx. 40 Minutes
Maligne Lake
This amazing lake and the scenery surrounding it is one of the most-photographed areas in the world. It is beloved for its crystalline waters, the surrounding mountains, and Spirit Island. The area is home to many animals, including caribou.
Admission (Optional): Adult $84 / C$113; Child (3-12 yrs) $52 / C$70|Duration: Approx. 1 Hour 30 Minutes
Spirit Island Cruise
Cruise down the lovely Maligne Lake to small Spirit Island, the landmark at which you will turn around to return to your starting point.
The operation period is from May 29th to October 11th. Depending on the lake opening conditions, the operation time of the cruise ship may be adjusted. During the non-operating period, Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge and Lake Bowater will be substituted (for a total of 30 minutes).
Medicine Lake (Passing By)
Medicine Lake, also known as “the lake that disappears” is located 20 km southeast of the town of Jasper. Medicine lake is a 7 km long narrow lake that is formed by the Maligne River. Interesting enough, the lake loses water as it flows.
Duration: Approx. 20 Minutes
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Jasper, AB
This town in the wilderness of Alberta, Canada serves as the gateway to the national park of the same name, where visitors can see the Athabasca Glacier. There are many lakes in the area.
Day 4:
Jasper Town - Pyramid Lake - Sunwapta Falls - The Crossing Lunch (at own expense) - Peyto Lake - Bow Lake - Calgary (284 km)
Breakfast: Meal Plan|Lunch: Meal Plan (The Crossing Mt. Wilson Restaurant buffet)|Dinner: Excluded
Depart Jasper Town and begin the journey south along the Icefields Parkway. Stop at Pyramid Lake, where mirror-like waters reflect the sharp peak of Pyramid Mountain in peaceful alpine stillness. Continue to Sunwapta Falls, where glacial waters pour through a narrow canyon, creating a powerful and photogenic cascade. Arrive at The Crossing for lunch, surrounded by sweeping mountain views in the heart of the Rockies. Proceed to Peyto Lake, famed for its brilliant turquoise hue and distinctive wolf-shaped shoreline viewed from above. Visit Bow Lake, a serene glacier-fed lake where Crowfoot Glacier rests above the shoreline, creating a dramatic alpine backdrop. The tour concludes with a pass through Banff Town en route to Calgary.
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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.
Pyramid Lake
Pyramid Lake is kidney-shaped lake in Jasper National Park, Alberta, Canada. It lies at the foot of Pyramid Mountain, a natural landmark that overlooks the town of Jasper.
Duration: Approx. 40 Minutes
Sunwapta Falls
The falls are accessible via a 600 metres access road off the Icefields Parkway, which connects Jasper and Banff National Parks. It has a drop of about 18.5 metres and is most spectacular in the late spring.There are two falls, a lower and an upper one. The one most people see is the upper falls, as access is easier.
Duration: Approx. 20 Minutes
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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
Peyto Lake
Along the way, stop at [Peyto Lake] for its beautiful shape like a Maple (If the attraction is under maintenance or other force majeure, we will go to Waterflow Lake as an alternative attraction)
If the attraction is under maintenance or other force majeure, we will go to Waterflow Lake as an alternative attraction
Duration: Approx. 30 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
5-Day Canadian Rockies: Banff, Jasper, Yoho, Lake Louise & Icefield Tour from Calgary | Town Center Stays (Airport Transfer)
3-Day Banff, Yoho, Jasper, Bow Lake, Maligne Canyon, Icefield Tour from Calgary/Banff
3-Day Banff, Yoho, Jasper, Lake Louise, Bow Lake, Icefield Tour from Calgary/Banff
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