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1-Day Columbia Icefield and Banff Tour from Calgary/Banff - Icefields Parkway, Athabasca Glacier, Bow Lake, Peyto Lake Tour Code: 693-18597

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  • Complimentary Park Pass: Free national park admission for the entire summer season (May - Oct).
Visit Jasper National Park (Athabasca Glacier, Icefields Parkway), Banff National Park (Bow Lake, Peyto Lake). It’s the adventure of a lifetime at the Columbia Icefield. You’ll explore the ancient Athabasca Glacier on a giant Ice Explorer, discovering glaciology and stepping right on to the glacier itself.
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    $98
    ￥678
    €85
    C$136
    Child
    (0-15 yrs)
    $98
    ￥678
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Price (/Person)
    Adult
    $101
    ￥699
    €88
    C$140
    Child
    (0-15 yrs)
    $101
    ￥699
    €88
    C$140
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Breakfast: Excluded|Lunch: Excluded (The Crossing Western Lunch Box)|Dinner: Excluded

Depart from Calgary, Canmore, or Banff and begin a breathtaking journey north along one of the world's most scenic mountain highways. Pause for a scenic photo stop at Crowfoot Glacier. Continue to Bow Lake. Guests may also step inside the historic Num-Ti-Jah Lodge. Travel onward to Peyto Lake. Enjoy a 30-minute stop to admire one of the Canadian Rockies’ most photographed viewpoints. Stop at Saskatchewan River Crossing for lunch. Guests may choose to enjoy a self-serve buffet or relax before continuing the journey north. Continue along the legendary Icefields Parkway (Highway 93),arrive at the Columbia Icefield, where guests may choose to embark on the optional Ice Explorer Snowcoach experience. Ride onto the ancient Athabasca Glacier, standing atop ice formed over millions of years for a truly unforgettable encounter with the Icefields. After a day immersed in alpine grandeur, relax on the return journey to Calgary, concluding a spectacular Rocky Mountains experience. 

  • 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

    Bow Lake

    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. 20 Minutes

    Peyto Lake

    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

  • Columbia Icefield, AB

    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.

    Ice Explorer will remain in operation through October 13. Subsequent itineraries include a stop here: in good weather, enjoy a 60-minute guided glacier foothill hike for close views; in poor conditions, view the glacier from a distance and visit Waterfowl Lake.

    Duration: Approx. 2 Hours 30 Minutes

    Ice Explorer

    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.

  • 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

    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.

    Athabasca Glacier

    Athabasca Glacier
    The Athabasca Glacier is the most-visited glacier in North America. It is one of the eight major glaciers of the Columbia Icefield. The Icefield Interpretive Centre is next to the glacier, and is where visitors can arrange tours.

    Duration: Approx. 30 Minutes

Find Closest Pickup
Location Address Departure
Calgary, AB 1316 33rd St NE, Calgary, AB T2A 6B6 (Best Western Premier Calgary Plaza) 7:30am
Calgary, AB 209 4 Ave SE, Calgary, AB T2G 0C6 (Bus station in front of Harry Hays Building) 7:45am
Banff, AB 333 Banff Ave, Banff, AB, Banff, AB T1L 1B1 (Elk+Avenue Hotel Lobby - Banff, AB) 9:30am
  • Please arrive at pick up locations 15 min earlier.
  • Banff drop off point: around 6:30pm at Elk + Avenue Hotel, address:333 Banff Ave, Banff, AB, T1L 1B1
    Calgary drop off point: around 8:00pm
    • Best Western Premier Calgary Plaza
    • Delta Calgary Downtown
    • Calgary airport, Please arrange your return flight after 10:30PM
  • The timetable above is subject to change. We reserve the right to make changes to the itinerary without prior notice.

Price Includes

  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • GST (Goods and Services Tax)
  • Traffic Accident Insurance
  • Admission for National Park
  • Bilingual Tour Guide (English and Chinese)

Price Excludes

  • Mandatory Service fee in cash (C$15 per person per day)
  • Meals & All Personal Expenses such as laundry, phone & travel insurance.
  • Refunds for costs caused by force majeure such as but not limited to traffic delays, wars, coups, strikes, weather, aircraft machine failures, flight cancellations or changes in time, etc.
  • Optional activities with additional fees mentioned in the itinerary
  • All optional tours or meal package can not be booked on the tour.

Additional Note

  • Optional Meal Plan: Due to the limited resources of the Rocky Mountain, the materials are prepared in advance, and it is not possible to temporarily change the meals. Please inform us at least 10 days in advance before your departure if you have a vegetarian requirement or dietary taboo on the F&B. If you proposes to change during the tour, we will try our best to coordinate, but we can't guarantee it. If there is any additional cost, it will be borne by the guests. Thank you for your cooperation.
  • - Not recommended for travelers with back problems
  • - Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • - Not recommended for travelers with heart problems or other serious medical conditions
  • 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.

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 OR 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 72hours prior to the departure of the tour;
    2. Charge 6% tour fee/ order/time 72hours 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 6% tour fee / single/trip will be charged for 72hours 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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2Number of People:
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Age 15+
Child
Age 0-15
3 Admission fees:
National Park Entrance Fee - Limited-Time Free Offer
4 Activity Option:
Columbia Icefield Glacier Snow coach, operate from May 1 to Oct 13
$65
￥450
€57
C$91
/Adult (Age 15+), Free/Child (Age 0-5)
$44
￥305
€39
C$61
/Junior (Age 6-15)
5 Lunch:
The Crossing Mt. Wilson Restaurant Lunch Buffet (optional) - Surcharge
$29
￥201
€26
C$41
/Adult (Age 12+),
$29
￥201
€26
C$41
/Child (Age 0-12)
6 Seat Category:
Front 3 rows on Coach/ Front 1 row on Minibus
$19
￥132
€17
C$27
/Person
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