7-Day Yellowknife Northern Lights, Banff, Lake Louise and Yoho National Park Winter Tour from Yellowknife, ends in Calgary

Yellowknife

Yellowknife : Aurora Borealis Viewing

Calgary

Banff National Park

Banff National Park : Snowshoeing

Banff National Park : Vermillion Lake

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Language:

English; Mandarin Chinese

Group Size:

Max 55 people

Overview

Overview: Chasing the Northern lights, the "dawn of the north". Many cultural groups have legends about the lights. Many beliefs around the northern lights see the phenomena as a good omen. Visit Banff National Park (Bow Falls, Lake Louise, Snowshoeing, Sulfur Mountain Gondola Ride, Sulphur Mountain, Surprise Corner), Banff, Calgary, Yoho National Park (Emerald Lake, Natural Bridge).

Highlights

No Hidden Fees: All fees are disclosed upfront, ensuring no unexpected charges during your tour.
Start the journey from Yellowknife, the well-known city for Aurora viewing in Canada, to enjoy the magic light show on the sky. Then flying into Calgary to continue your vacation with snow scenery of the Rockies. Travel with our professional guide services to experience a In-depth and leisure time here in Alberta, Canada

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Price In USD (Price per person based on double occupancy)

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Early Bird Offer: $177/Room Off offered for bookings with departure date after 2-12-2026. Offer ends on 3-31-2026. Listed price is already adjusted. Not valid in conjunction with any other discounts or pricing offers.

Price (/Person)

Single	$1809 ￥12565 €1508 C$2460
Double	$1214 ￥8432 €1012 C$1651
3rd Person
Adult	Free
Child (Age 0-15yrs)	Free
4th Person
Adult	$529 ￥3675 €441 C$720
Child (Age 0-15yrs)	Free

Price (/Person)

Single	$1986 ￥13794 €1655 C$2700
Double	$1302 ￥9044 €1085 C$1770
3rd Person
Adult	Free
Child (Age 0-15yrs)	Free
4th Person
Adult	$529 ￥3675 €441 C$720
Child (Age 0-15yrs)	Free

Price (/Person)

Single	$1809 ￥12565 €1508 C$2460
Double	$1214 ￥8432 €1012 C$1651
3rd Person
Adult	$794 ￥5515 €662 C$1080
Child (Age 0-15yrs)	$794 ￥5515 €662 C$1080
4th Person
Adult	$750 ￥5210 €625 C$1020
Child (Age 0-15yrs)	$750 ￥5210 €625 C$1020

Price (/Person)

Single	$1986 ￥13794 €1655 C$2700
Double	$1302 ￥9044 €1085 C$1770
3rd Person
Adult	$794 ￥5515 €662 C$1080
Child (Age 0-15yrs)	$794 ￥5515 €662 C$1080
4th Person
Adult	$750 ￥5210 €625 C$1020
Child (Age 0-15yrs)	$750 ￥5210 €625 C$1020

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Itinerary

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Overview

Day 1

Day 2

Day 3

Day 4

Day 5

Day 6

Day 7

Overview
Day 1
Day 2
Day 3
Day 4
Day 5
Day 6
Day 7

Day 1 Yellowknife Winter

Day 2 Yellowknife

Day 3 Yellowknife

Day 4 Yellowknife - Calgary (1268 km)

Day 5 Calgary - Banff National Park - Banff Town (266 km)

Day 6 Calgary - Banff National Park - Yoho National Park -Banff (122 km)

Day 7 Banff National Park - Calgary (693 km)

Day 1: Yellowknife Winter

After arrival in Yellowknife airport.

Fly into Yellowknife, a well-know city for Aurora viewing in Canada. Upon arrival, transfer to hotel and try the winter clothing and shoes. Tonight, you will enjoy hot coffee, tea and snacks while viewing Aurora.

The Northern Lights are the result of collisions between gaseous particles in he Earth's atmosphere with charged particles released from the sun's atmosphere. "Aurora borealis", the lights of the northern hemisphere, means "dawn of the north". In Roman myths, Aurora was the goddess of the dawn. Many cultural groups have legends about the lights. Many beliefs around the northern lights see the phenomena as a good omen.

Tonight, you will enjoy hot coffee, tea and snacks while viewing Aurora.

Yellowknife, NT

Yellowknife is the capital and largest city of Canada's Northwest Territories. It sits on the Great Slave Lake, not far south of the Arctic Circle. It draws visitors for its amazing views of the Aurora Borealis, the Northern Lights.

Aurora Borealis Viewing

Aurora Borealis (also called the Northern Lights) is a natural phenomenon where atmosphere emits colorful, bright lights that swirl and dance across the sky.

Day 2: Yellowknife

Explore the beautiful city of Yellowknife: Frontier Visitor Centre. A scenic drive through downtown and iconic Old Town to the Pilot's Monument where you can overlook the view of Yellowknife City. Tonight around 21:00pm, you will start our aurora viewing tour.

Yellowknife, NT

Yellowknife is the capital and largest city of Canada's Northwest Territories. It sits on the Great Slave Lake, not far south of the Arctic Circle. It draws visitors for its amazing views of the Aurora Borealis, the Northern Lights.

Aurora Borealis Viewing

Aurora Borealis (also called the Northern Lights) is a natural phenomenon where atmosphere emits colorful, bright lights that swirl and dance across the sky.

Day 3: Yellowknife

Free at your leisure during the daytime. The famous restaurant --Bullocks' Bistro, their Grill local fish is very delicious. You can join optional tours or explore the city by yourself. Tonight around 21:00PM, start your Aurora viewing tour. Return to hotel around 01:00AM.

Yellowknife, NT

Yellowknife is the capital and largest city of Canada's Northwest Territories. It sits on the Great Slave Lake, not far south of the Arctic Circle. It draws visitors for its amazing views of the Aurora Borealis, the Northern Lights.

Aurora Borealis Viewing

Aurora Borealis (also called the Northern Lights) is a natural phenomenon where atmosphere emits colorful, bright lights that swirl and dance across the sky.

Day 4: Yellowknife - Calgary (1268 km)

Bid farewell Yellowknife and transfer to airport for your flight to Calgary (Flight is not included).

Welcome to Calgary, also known as “Cowtown”. Upon arrival, transfer to hotel. The rest of the day is at your leisure.You can take one of the following options tours (Arrival time must be before 12:00 noon):

【Optional Tour - Calgary City Tour (3-hour)】$$
A guided tour takes you to explore the city; from the historic site to the newest modern building. (Includes guide service, transportation, admission)

【Optional Tour - CrossIron Mill Outlets (5-hour)】$$
Discover the biggest one-level shopping center in Alberta.

【Optional Tour -The Calgary Zoo with PublicTransportation Ticket/Admission】$$
The Calgary Zoo takes you to see almost 900 animals from around the world, including popular gorilla, hippos, grizzly bear, penguins, endangered red pandas and amur tigers, and etc for you to explore.

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.

Day 5: Calgary - Banff National Park - Banff Town (266 km)

We will visit Banff Sulphur Mountain, ride Gondola, appreciate Bow Falls, Surprise Corner and experience Ice Walk at Marble Canyon. Later we will visit Banff Town and spend the night there.

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

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 Heritage Site. Atop the mountain there are many viewing areas, a long boardwalk, and two small museums.

Closed for annual maintenance during Jan 6 - 17, 2020.

Duration: Approx. 1 Hour

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

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
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.

Duration: Approx. 45 Minutes
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 6: Calgary - Banff National Park - Yoho National Park -Banff (122 km)

After pickup, we will head to Lake Louise. Then we will continue to Yoho National Park, see Spiral Tunnel, Emerald Lake, Natural Bridge and Vermilion Lakes.

Tour ends Banff Town.

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

Lake Louise is a glacial lake in Alberta, Canada's Banff National Park. The lake is known for its vibrant blue-green coloration, which comes from rock flour carried into the lake by the water of the nearby melting glaciers.

Duration: Approx. 2 Hours

Snowshoeing (Optional if weather permits)

Come to Banff National Park and take a snowshoeing tour, which is a unique way to explore this beautiful, natural landscape.

Duration: Approx. 20 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.
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. 20 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

Spiral Tunnels

[Spiral Tunnel] is a section of the Canadian Pacific Railway that carried too much blood and tears of railroad workers and history.

Day 7: Banff National Park - Calgary (693 km)

We will visit Lake Louise Ski Resort. Guests can experience Tubing, Lake Louise Sightseeing Gondola.
*If Not Open, will be replaced by Icefield Parkway (Bow Lake/Peyto Lake)
*Will be replaced by leisure time at Lake Louise if not joining below optional activities.
*Nov-Dec & Apr stop for about 3 hours // Jan-Mar stop for about 2 hours

Afterwards we will continue to visit Lake Minnewanka and Banff Upper Hotspring

**SEASONAL SPECIAL For JAN-MAR departure, we will visit the "Bubble Lake (Abraham Lake)" + Heli Tour (Optional) instead of Minnewanka Lake & Hot Springs.

At the end of day we will return to Calgary.

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 Sightseeing Gondola

Enjoy the breathtaking views of the scenic Banff National Park from an open chair lift or full enclosed gondola at 6,850 feet elevation. Sightseeing gondolas offer guests a unique vantage point from which to see Banff's stunning glaciers, mountain peaks, flora, serene springs, and wildlife.

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!

Minnewanka Lake

A stunning glacial lake surrounded by the rugged beauty of Banff National Park, Lake Minnewanka is a must-see for nature lovers and adventure seekers alike. Its crystal-clear waters stretch for 21 kilometers, making it the largest lake in the park.

Duration: Approx. 20 Minutes

Banff Upper Hot Springs

Perched high in the Canadian Rockies, Banff Upper Hot Springs offers a truly relaxing escape with breathtaking mountain views. These natural, mineral-rich waters have been soothing visitors for over a century, providing a perfect way to unwind after a day of adventure in Banff National Park

Opening Hours: Dec 30 - May 6|Duration: Approx. 1 Hour

Candian Rockies Helicopter Sightseeing Tour

Take a helicopter tour and see the beautiful Canadian Rocky Mountains in all their splendor from above.
Clearwater County, AB

A municipal district in west central Alberta, Canada.

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.

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.

Departure & Return

Airport Pickup: Yellowknife tour will be picked up at Yellowknife airport, pickup service is included. The driver will pick guests up based on their flight arrival time. Please provide your flight information for your booking.
Airport Drop off: Please arrange your return flight from Calgary after 9:30pm.

Includes & Excludes

Price Includes

6 nights hotel accommodation
Professional Tour Guide
Transportation with Air-conditioned vehicle
Traffic Accident Insurance
Driver/guide Service Fee
Hot Drinks (Yellowknife)
Use of Snowshoes and Crampon

Price Excludes

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

Additional Note

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.
Yellowknife activities: If the Yellowknife activities is canceled due to personal reasons, activities fares will not be refunded. If cancel due to severe weather, under-represented, uncontrol reasons, fully refunded.
Aurora: The aurora is an unique phenomenon in the polar regions but it is still weather dependants. We shall not be responsible if the northern lights are invisible, and guests cannot ask for refund due to this reason
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)
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.
Itinerary Adjustments: In case of attraction closures due to weather conditions, we will substitute them with alternative attractions to ensure a fulfilling experience.
Complimentary winter clothing rental (jacket, pants, mitts, boots) at Yellowknife:
Available from December to April. Sizes subject to availability; no refunds for unused service

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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.
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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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7-Day Yellowknife Northern Lights, Banff, Lake Louise and Yoho National Park Winter Tour from Yellowknife, ends in Calgary Tour Code: 522-8927 calgarytours IYNROW07

Yellowknife, NT

Aurora Borealis Viewing

Yellowknife, NT

Aurora Borealis Viewing

Yellowknife, NT

Aurora Borealis Viewing

Yellowknife, NT

Calgary, AB

Calgary, AB

Banff National Park, AB

Sulphur Mountain

Banff Gondola

Bow Falls

Surprise Corner

Kootenay National Park, BC

Marble Canyon

Banff, AB

Banff National Park, AB

Lake Louise

Snowshoeing (Optional if weather permits)

Vermillion Lake

Yoho National Park, BC

Emerald Lake

Natural Bridge

Spiral Tunnels

Banff, AB

Banff National Park, AB

Lake Louise Sightseeing Gondola

Snow Tubing

Minnewanka Lake

Banff Upper Hot Springs

Candian Rockies Helicopter Sightseeing Tour

Clearwater County, AB

Abraham Lake

Calgary, AB

Day 1: Yellowknife Winter

Yellowknife, NT

Aurora Borealis Viewing

Day 2: Yellowknife

Yellowknife, NT

Aurora Borealis Viewing

Day 3: Yellowknife

Yellowknife, NT

Aurora Borealis Viewing

Day 4: Yellowknife - Calgary (1268 km)

Calgary, AB

Day 5: Calgary - Banff National Park - Banff Town (266 km)

Banff National Park, AB

Sulphur Mountain

Banff Gondola

Bow Falls

Surprise Corner

Kootenay National Park, BC

Marble Canyon

Banff, AB

Day 6: Calgary - Banff National Park - Yoho National Park -Banff (122 km)

Banff National Park, AB

Lake Louise

Snowshoeing (Optional if weather permits)

Vermillion Lake

Yoho National Park, BC

Emerald Lake

Natural Bridge

Spiral Tunnels

Day 7: Banff National Park - Calgary (693 km)

Banff National Park, AB

Lake Louise Sightseeing Gondola

Snow Tubing

Minnewanka Lake

Banff Upper Hot Springs

Candian Rockies Helicopter Sightseeing Tour

Clearwater County, AB

Abraham Lake

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