4-Day Rocky Mountain's 7 Lakes, Banff, Icefields Parkway Tour from Calgary (Stay in Fairmont Hotels, Free Ski at Lake Louise)
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Tour Overview
Highlights
Visit Calgary, Banff National Park (Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise, Lake Louise, Bow Lake, Lake Louise Ski Resort, Peyto Lake), Kootenay National Park (Marble Canyon), Yoho National Park (Emerald Lake, Natural Bridge).
- Stay at iconic Fairmont hotels. Wake up to unbeatable views for a truly elevated travel experience.
- Experience the Rockies' signature lakes and glacier views in one day.
- Winter snow hike at Peyto Lake and the rare frozen “bubble lake” at Lake Minnewanka.
- Direct Passage to Louise Lake ski resort. Maximize your time on the world-class slopes.
- Provides ample free time for snow activities.
- Ride Sleigh Rides by Lake Louise for Non skiers
Itinerary
Upon arrival in Calgary, we will be picked up at the airport and then transferred to the hotel. We can enjoy our free time leisurely for the rest day. Guests who arrive before 12:00pm can choose to take one of the following optional activities:
Option C: CrossIron Mill Outlets
Option C: CrossIron Mill Outlets
Option D: Chinook Center
Calgary, AB
Calgary is a fun city surrounded by natural landscapes, most notable
Banff National Park and
Jasper National Park. The local area offers stunning views of the
Rocky Mountains. It is accessible via
Vancouver,
Seattle and other Canadian cities.
CrossIron Mills Outlet
This fully enclosed shopping center is just outside of Calgary and the largest single-level shopping center in the province of Alberta, covering more than one million square feet.
CF Chinook Centre
It is the largest mall in Calgary, with 1,355,000 square feet (125,900 m2) of space. CF Chinook Centre is home to five major department stores (only two are in operation while the third being redeveloped), 250 stores, and several full service restaurants. It also had a 900-seat food court with 36 food vendors, a bowling alley, professional tower, and the Scotiabank Theatre Chinook.
From Calgary, meet your guide for a full alpine day at Lake Louise Ski Resort. Spend your time carving crisp groomers, floating through soft snow, or dialing in technique on progressive learning terrain. Then, warm up between laps at the base lodges and watch the peaks ignite with winter light.
Customize your experience with optional add-ons: elevate your skills in a tailored Ski Lesson, trade skis for adrenaline on the family-friendly Snow Tube lanes, or soar above the valley on the Sightseeing Gondola for sweeping glacier views and photos.
After last chair, relax on the ride back with convenient drop-off.
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.
Lake Louise Ski Resort
One of three major ski resorts located in Banff National Park near the village of Lake Louise, Alberta. Lake Louise has been a home to skiing since the 1920s, as the gateway to the Skoki Ski Lodge.
Lake Louise Sightseeing Gondola
Visit [Lake Louise Gondola] (additional charges) at [Lake Louise Ski Resort]. The mountainous scenery here is immaculate.
Snow Tubing
There's no feeling quite like the rushing, swooping sensation of tubing down a large hill. At Banff National Park, you have the chance to do it to your heart's content!
Weather depends. Open about Christmas to April.
Sleigh Rides
Admire surrounding mountain ranges aboard a horse drawn carriage for a memorable and festive winter tour. The sleigh ride is perfect for families and offers stunning scenic backdrop while gliding across the meadows in Bantiff, Alberta. During mild weather, sleighs are replaced by wagons.
The season for sleigh rides starts mid-December and goes to early April, weather and snow cover permitting.
The first stop is Bow Lake, admired for its stunning alpine waters framed by towering mountains. Continue to Peyto Lake, world-famous for its unique maple-leaf shape. The viewpoint offers outstanding photography opportunities, and in winter includes a short guided hike (Ice cleats are provided during winter months). Along the way, enjoy views of the dramatic Crowfoot Glacier, a striking highlight of the Parkway. Next, enjoy lunch time in Lake Louise Village (optional at own expense). In the afternoon, visit the Vermilion Lakes Viewpoint, where in winter the frozen lake surface reflects the majestic Mount Rundle, creating postcard-perfect scenery. Continue on to Lake Minnewanka, where under the right winter conditions you may see the magical “frozen bubble” phenomenon beneath the ice. The journey also includes a stop at the tranquil Two Jack Lake.
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 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.
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)
Crowfoot Glacier(Passing By)
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.
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.
Minnewanka Lake
This glacial lake is the longest in the Canadian Rockies at 21 kilometers long. The lake is fed by several streams and rivers, most notably the Cascade River.
Two Jack Lake
Located to the northeast of the town of Banff, Two Jack lake offers some of the area's best camping, hiking, and boating opportunities. From the lake, visitors have an impeccable view of Lundahl Mountain.
Heading west, you will pass by the historic Spiral Tunnel, an engineering marvel built during the construction of the Canadian Pacific Railway, symbolizing the wisdom and perseverance of early railway workers. Continue on to the tranquil Emerald Lake, a stunning alpine gem that remains enchanting even in winter. Then visit the Natural Bridge, where the Kicking Horse River has carved its way through solid rock to form a naturally sculpted arch. Next, arrive at the magical Lake Louise, framed by the majestic Victoria Glacier. During January to April (subject to official opening dates), the world-renowned Ice Magic Festival transforms the area into a fairytale world of ice and snow sculptures created by artists from around the globe. Overlooking the lake, the elegant Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise adds timeless charm to the scenery. After lunch, continue to Marble Canyon for a light hike. The trail crosses multiple wooden bridges in a zig-zag pattern over a narrow creek, surrounded by towering limestone walls. In winter, frozen waterfalls cascade dramatically into the canyon, creating an unforgettable landscape.
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.
Spiral Tunnels(Passing By)
[Spiral Tunnel] is a section of the Canadian Pacific Railway that carried too much blood and tears of railroad workers and history.
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.
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.
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.
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]
Nestled by the stunning Lake Louise in Banff National Park, Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise offers breathtaking views of turquoise waters and Victoria Glacier. This luxurious hotel combines elegance with outdoor adventures, perfect for hiking, skiing, and relaxation in a pristine mountain setting.
Kootenay National Park, BC
Kootenay National Park is located in southeastern British Columbia Canada, covering 1,406 km² in the Canadian Rockies, and forms part of a World Heritage Site.
Marble Canyon
A canyon surrounding Tokumm Creek just above its confluence with the Vermilion River, at the north end of Kootenay National Park in the Canadian Rockies of British Columbia, Canada.
Departure & Return
Calgary Airport Pick up:
- Complimentary airport pickup service at Calgary International Airport (YYC) is available at 10:00/12:00/14:00/16:00/18:00/20:00. Upon arrival, please proceed to the Gate 5 on the Arrivals Level to confirm your pick-up information.
- Hotel shuttle service is available for 07:30-21:30,exact times arranged based on flight information. Location: Calgary Airport Arrival Hall, outside Door 4 at Parking Stall #16.
- Private car airport pick-up service is available on a Pre-paid basis: for flights arriving between 11:00-24:00. The first two passengers will be charged $100 CAD plus tax, and each additional passenger will be charged $20 CAD plus tax. Please be aware that there is a maximum of four people per order.
Important Notice
- Pick-up Method: Depending on flight arrival times, We will arrange either a guide pick-up or hotel shuttle pick-up. Guests arriving at similar times may share the same shuttle, which may result in a short waiting period at the airport. We appreciate your understanding.
- The final pick-up time and location will be confirmed via SMS one day before the tour.
- If airport transfer service is included in your itinerary, but pick-up errors occur due to late or incorrect information provided by the guest, you will need to make your own way to the hotel. In such cases, the travel agency reserves the right to charge an additional pick-up fee equivalent to the private transfer cost.
- Drop off: Please arrange your domestic flight leaving after 9:00pm or International flight leaving after 10:00pm from Calgary Airport.
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Additional Notes
- If your itinerary includes airport pick-up and drop-off service, please provide accurate flight information and arrive at the designated pick-up location in advance. If the pick-up or designated pick-up location is mistaken due to inaccurate information you have provided, you will be charged C$30/pp for a second pick-up service.
- According to different hotel operation requirements, you may be required to provide credit card information as a deposit during your stay for miscellaneous expenses and incidental guarantees (such as telephone expense, laundry, catering).
- All activities and meals must be booked in advance. Please understand that no additional bookings will be provided during the tour.
- During the tour, please arrive at the pick-up location at the time scheduled by the tour guide. Do not be late to avoid delaying other tourists' itinerary. If you are late or miss the transportation we have provided, you are responsible (at your own expense) to meet the group at the next designated meeting location.
- During your trip, the tour guide may pick-up or drop-off travelers accommodated at different hotels. The tour guide will make reasonable arrangements according to the presented situation. Please cooperate and understand, thank you.
- During your trip, there may be different vehicles and tour guides serving you.
- If for any reason you need to leave our group during the trip, you must fill out a "Letter of Liability Release", no exceptions.
- Guests under 16 years old, must be accompanied by an adult (Age 18 or above).
- In the event of traffic, weather, or other circumstances not under our company's control, or if you are unable to participate in activities included in the itinerary due to personal reasons, no refunds will be given.
- If you have special needs (such as but not limited to: bed type, vegetarian options, high-chairs, etc.) please inform us at least 10 days before your trip. We will do our best to accommodate you, but there is no guarantee.
- All add-on activity & meal options must be purchased 10 days before the tour start, and subject to availability of resources.
- Luggage Policy: Each guest is allowed 1 check-in bag (total dimensions must not exceed 62 inches), 1 carry-on, and 1 personal item. Extra luggage will not be allowed.
Policies
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.
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.
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.15-Jan.05) are non-refundable and non-changeable once confirmed.
- 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.15-Jan.05) 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.
- 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.
Q & A
Popular FAQs
The tour includes a visit to Lake Louise Ski Resort from Calgary, where you will meet your guide and spend a full alpine day. All ski-related activities are optional, including skiing, lessons, snow tubing, and the sightseeing gondola. Guests who choose not to participate may enjoy a free leisure day in Lake Louise.
Overnight stays are arranged at Fairmont series hotels, offering a high-end, luxury accommodation experience.
Each guest is allowed 1 check-in bag (total dimensions must not exceed 62 inches), 1 carry-on, and 1 personal item. Extra luggage will not be allowed.
This tour requires a minimum number of passengers to operate. If the minimum is not met, we reserve the right to cancel the tour or operate it using a minibus, depending on the final number of participants.
If this occurs, you will be offered the option to reschedule the tour for an alternative date or receive a full refund.
Optional tours are additional activities or attractions that are not included in the base tour price and are offered to enhance your travel experience.
All optional tours must be booked at the time of order and cannot be added later during the tour. If you choose not to participate in an optional activity, you will have free time at the destination. The tour guide will arrange a designated meeting point and time to pick you up and continue with the main itinerary.
Pre- and post-tour hotel options allow guests to arrive early or stay late. Multiple hotel packages are available, with or without transportation service. Guests should select their preferred option based on their travel needs when placing the order.
This tour requires a minimum number of passengers to operate. If the minimum is not met, we reserve the right to cancel the tour or operate it using a minibus, depending on the final number of participants.
If this occurs, you will be offered the option to reschedule the tour for an alternative date or receive a full refund.
Yes. Most multi-day tours offer an optional meal plan, which must be selected at checkout. Guests may choose their preferred main dish when booking. Participation in the meal plan is optional. Most multi-day tours include the breakfast.
All tours are led by professional, licensed tour guides. Your tour guide’s contact information will be provided 1–2 days before departure, allowing you to reconfirm meeting details and address any last-minute questions.
Yes the airport transfer will be provided on certain tours. Complimentary airport pickup at Calgary International Airport (YYC) is available at scheduled times. Hotel shuttle and pre-paid private car pickup options are also offered. Pickup method depends on flight arrival time. Final pickup details will be confirmed by SMS one day before departure. Additional fees may apply if incorrect or late flight information is provided.
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