【Canadian Winter Tour】Banff Gondola, Surprise Corner, Bow Falls Day Tour from Calgary
Product Code: 560430
OVERVIEW

Highlights

  • •• Cave and Basin National Historic Site which is a milestone in how Banff National Park was established. Take the trials there to find out the story behind
    • Get some insights from the past, it's time to view up-to-date signature viewpoint in Banff, Surprise Corner to capture the best shot of "Scottish castle" - Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel
    • Both a historic and luxurious tour you can't miss this winter
Tour Code
560430
Duration
1 day
Departure City
Calgary
End City
Calgary
Tour Type
Sightseeing Tours
Language
Chinese, English
Available options
IS THIS TOUR FOR ME?

Tour Themes: Nature

Get in touch with Mother Earth

Tour Type: Guided Tour

Multiple local tour guides/drivers available throughout your tour/activity

Activity Level: Moderate

Designed for travelers in good health who are comfortable with light walking or hiking

Quality: Value

Travel with professional guides, enjoy more time at attractions and/or stay at comfortable accommodations.

Itinerary

Calgary/Canmore/Banff - Surprise Corner (15 min) - Bow Falls (15 min) - Banff Gondola (90 min/Optional with additional charges) - Banff Town (120 min) (Optional with additional charges of Banff Upper Hot Springs (90 min/Purchase admission at reception) or Winter Sleigh Ride (40 min/from Mid-December) - Banff/Canmore/Calgary

Depart from Calgary, and head to [Surprise Corner] Named after its spectacular views of the majestic Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel that is cozily nestled at the heart of a dense forest with the beautiful Sulphur Mountain as a backdrop. This beautiful scene is elevated with Bow River cascading down into the Bow Falls as a foreground. The magnificent scene at Surprise Corner will make you feel as if you have travelled into a fairytale story.
Then head to a must-see scenic spot, [Bow Falls]. The roaring landscape in the summer is like being enchanted by time. You can still hear the river pounding under the ice as if it is going to break through the confinement of time.
Next, stepping into a wonderland with beautiful scenery. Ride the Sulphur Mountain [Banff Gondola (additional charges)] (**Winter Maintenance TBC**) to reach the top of the mountain. At this moment, it seems that a fascinating picture has unfolded. A 3-minute "Above Banff" experience allows you to explore Banff through an eagle-eye perspective with stunning sound effects, advanced visual film processing technology, 3D effects, and perfectly shows the full picture of Banff National Park.
It is time to replenish energy. After the lunch break, You can choose from the optional activities of the unique experience of [Banff Upper Hot Springs] (Admission is first come first serve at your own cost/**Please bring a swimsuit for hot springs**) Relax and soak under the views of Cascade Mountain. Or explore on a [Winter sleigh ride (additional charges)] snowy town inspiration to immerse yourselves in the winter wonderland(Expected opening dates: Dec 15, 2023 to Mar 10, 2024, duration: approx. 40 min.)
 
 

Tips:
- Please understand that depending on the situation, your arrival time in Calgary may be adjusted)
- The winter weather in the Rocky Mountain region is typically dry and cold, with temperatures often dropping below -10 degrees Celsius. It can be especially variable in the mornings and evenings. Please ensure you have sufficient warm clothing, including hats, woolen socks, and waterproof, slip-resistant snow boots or sports shoes. Remember to keep nice and warm!
- When participating in winter activities during the trip, you may be required to sign a liability waiver. Please pay special attention to your safety while exploring. We strongly recommend purchasing travel insurance to ensure coverage in case of unexpected events.
- Even in the winter, the Rocky Mountain area receives abundant sunlight. Please remember to bring sunscreen, sunglasses, and a hat to protect yourself from UV exposure and to reduce the risk of snow blindness.
- The winter season in the Rocky Mountain region offers a wide range of activities. We recommend planning your itinerary in advance and booking activity sessions to ensure you can participate in your preferred experiences.
- While enjoying your journey, don't forget to bring your camera and wear a smile to capture wonderful moments.
- In case of weather-related closures or changes to itinerary attractions or activities, we reserves the right to cancel or adjust the itinerary. Thank you for your understanding.
- Departure and tour times are provided for reference and are subject to the guide's instructions. Due to the unpredictable winter weather, delays or changes may occur, so please be understanding.

 

Visiting Attractions

  • Calgary Calgary
  • Banff Banff
  • Sulphur Mountain Sulphur Mountain
  • Bow Falls Bow Falls
  • Surprise Corner Surprise Corner
  • Banff National Park Banff National Park
  • Banff Gondola Banff Gondola

Admission Fees

Activity Price Additional Information
Sulphur Mountain Banff Gondola CAD$75 /Adult; CAD$49 /Children(6-15) Please book it in advance. Infant under 5 years old is for free.
  • All mandatory fees must be paid in cash to the tour guide and tickets cannot be pre-purchased separatedly.
  • Any optional activities you wish to join must be paid to your tour guide in cash.
Pick-up Details / Transfers
【Drop off Location 】
[Banff Town] Elk + Avenue Hotel
[Canmore] Travel Alberta Canmore Visitor Information Centre
[Downtown] Delta Hotels by Marriott Calgary Downtown
[NE Calgary] Best Western Premier Calgary Plaza Hotel
[YYC Dropoff] Calgary International Airport Departure Terminal (Note: If you have a connecting flight after the tour, please ensure that your flight departs after 9:30 pm.
Meeting Point
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Time Region Location Full Address
08:00AM Calgary Best Western Premier Calgary Plaza

Please wait in hotel lobby.

1316 33rd St NE, Calgary AB T2A 6B6
08:15AM Calgary Delta Calgary Downtown

Please wait in hotel lobby.

209 4th Ave SE, Calgary AB T2G 0C6
09:20AM Canmore Travel Alberta Canmore Visitor Information Centre
2801 Bow Valley Trail, Canmore, AB T1W 3A2
09:45AM Banff Elk + Avenue Hotel

Please wait in hotel lobby.

333 Banff Ave, Banff, AB T1L 1B1
WHAT'S INCLUDED

Package Includes

    • Ground transportation
    • Professional bilingual tour guide
    • Traffic Accident Insurance
    • Federal Service Tax 5% GST
    • Admission for National Park

Package Excludes

    • Mandatory Service fee in cash CAD$10.00/guest/day
    • Airfares or related transportation between your home and departure locations
    • All personal expenses, additional hotel services and meals, unless otherwise stated
    • Entrance fees and optional tours (rates vary from season to season; only the price at the ticket booth / box office is final) (We strongly recommend that you choose your activities, meals, and pre or post-stay hotel when booking your trip. No additional change or modification within 7 days before or during the tour. Changes are based on different situations and requirements.)
    • Aside from admission fees, optional tour fees and service fees mentioned above, other fees and taxes should be paid in CAD currency by. If you choose to pay in USD currency, you should pay the price difference caused by the currency exchange rate.
Special Notes
    • Minimum 4 travelers to depart, if number of minimum travelers do not meet, we may need to cancel your trip.
    • This product is a local bus tour. All foreign travelers are responsible to have ready and to bring a valid visa. Confirm and process eTA in advance according to your passport type. For details, please click the link: http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/visit/eta.asp
    • Please provide accurate and complete information (Name, gender, adult / child, copy of passport and contact information) when booking a tour to avoid errors that would affect your travel. If you cause a delay or cause losses due to missing or inaccurate information, you will be held responsible.
    • If you have not received a "Tour Confirmation" 7 days before your trip, please contact our office.
    • To ensure a smooth and complete trip, we strongly recommend that you order activity tickets and meal packages, at the time of booking a tour. No additional changes or modifications will be provided within 7 days before or during the tour.
    • This product is a local bus tour. Under the premise that the promised service and standards remain unchanged, your itinerary may take place alongside another traveler's itinerary to form a group tour. Depending on arrival and departure dates, travelers' itinerary sequence may differ.
    • Hotel Class: North American Hotels do not have an official hotel star rating standard. The hotels involved on the trip are local brand hotels.
    • The North American Hotel Standard Room is equipped with one large bed or two standard beds. If you have a specific request for bed types, please inform us at the time of booking and we will do our best to accommodate you.
    • Product components such as: tour vehicles, hotels, restaurants, attraction facilities, etc. may have different standards (ratings, classes, quality) in different regions of the world; please understand. Our bilingual tour guides will use Mandarin and/or English to serve you.
    • Tour vehicles: Vehicles are arranged according to the number of people in a group. In a group up to 24 passengers, the driver will also be the tour guide. In a group of more than 24 passengers, an individual driver/tour guide will be provided.
    • Tour Operator for the owners and contractors providing transportation, accommodation or other services and is not responsible or liable for any loss, damage or injury, delay or accident due to an act of default of any company engaged in providing service included in these packages.
    • In case of force majeure including but not limited to weather, traffic accidents, etc. our company has the right to modify or cancel the itinerary.
    • It is strongly recommended that you purchase travel insurance for your personal benefit.
    • We are not responsible for any transportation cancellations or delays, climate change, or any other travel safety issues within the trip that are caused by circumstances not under our company's control.
    • 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).
    • Before your trip, if you need any assistance, you are welcome to call our customer service.
    • 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 7 days before your trip. We will do our best to accommodate you, but there is no guarantee.

Cancellation Policy

Please see the Available Options section above for any details about cancellation policies.

Pricing Info

Your reservation is always subject to confirmation by email, normally within one to two business days.

Note: Special price for adult and kid
Basic tour price: Adult 13 and more, kid 0-12
Banff Gondola: Adult 16 and more, kid 6-15
Banff Winter Sleigh Ride: Adult 13 and more, kid 4-12
Please note: If you choose additional optional items based on the basic tour when placing an order, please contact our customer service to verify and modify the price for you.

Reservation Info

    1.Immediately after submitting your reservation you will receive a Receipt of Reservation via email.
    2. Within one to two business days of submitting your reservation you will receive a status update email from us. If you need to book an airline ticket, we recommend that you do so after you receive a confirmation of your tour reservation from us.
    3. An E-Ticket will be sent to you via email as soon as details of your reservation are confirmed or your supporting information is received by us. We will provide you with all detailed information about your tour on the E-Ticket. Contact information for local tour provider will be included on E-Ticket for your convenience or re-confirmation purpose if re-confirmation is required.
    4. Simply print your E-Ticket and present it with your valid photo ID on the day of your activity to your tour guide. Please remember E-Ticket is your proof of purchase.

Terms and Conditions

    - Your purchase does not guarantee confirmation. Your purchase will initiate a reservation process. We will confirm with you via email within one to two business days.
    - Prices may vary due to availability. We reserve the right to make price adjustment without prior notice.
    - Please refer to our Standard Amendment, Cancellation and Refund Policy before you make reservation.
    - Please refer to Customer Agreement before you make reservation.
    - Local tour provider reserves the right to make modifications to tour arrangements including order of tour activities, hotel and its location if deemed necessary.
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