5-Day Rockies Tour: Banff, Jasper National Park, Columbia Icefield, Moraine Lake | Stay at the Famous Glacier Hotel | Small Group (14 Pax)

Welcome to Calgary! Enjoy the dazzling mountain peaks, lush alpine meadows, blue-green lakes, dense forests and abundant wild animals. Immerse yourself into the nature, and enjoy local delicacies.

Your choices of full day/half day [Guided/ Self-Guided City Tour] (Additional Fees):
1)[ City Walk - Full day Calgary Tour] 
Back to the Time at Heritage Park+Explore "Calgary CBD" + check out trendy locations (Start at 9am, includes guide and transfer, 8hr)
2)[ City Guided - Explore - Route A]
Explore "Calgary CBD" + check out trendy locations + The Core shopping mall (For guests arrive Calgary before 12 pm, the tour starts at 13:30pm, 5hr)
3)[ City Self-Explore - Route C ]
Shopping! Shopping! Shopping! @ CrossIron Mills Outlet （For guests arrive Calgary before 12 pm, the tour starts at 13:30pm, 5hr）
4)[ City Self-Explore - Route D ]
Shopping @ Chinook Centre (For guests arrive Calgary before 12 pm, the tour starts at 13:30pm, (5hr)

Visit Banff National Park to marvel at the beauty and grandeur of the granite peaks. It is hard to miss this natural wonder. Enjoy a ride to the Sulphur Mountain Summit on [Banff Gondola]. Next, you can see [Banff Hoodoos], "Devil's Rock." Following [Bow Falls], It is almost like you are enchanted with time when the river roars in summer. After taking a peek at the [Surprise Corner], the spectacular viewpoint for the famous [Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel], we will visit and make a lunch stop at this Iconic Castle hotel. Finally, hiking at [Johnston Canyon] This popular hiking spot takes you to stunning waterfalls. The trail will take you through open meadows and glacial lakes. (If the attraction has been closed due to maintenance or any other force majeure, we will visit Lake Minnewanka or Two Jack Lake as an alternate attraction.)
Calgary-Banff Gondola (Additional fees) (90 min)-Hoodoos (15 min) -Bow Falls (15 min)-Surprise Corner (15 min)-Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel & Lunch stop [French Brasserie] (Optional with additional fees) (90 min)-Johnston Canyon (60 min)
[Banff Gondola]
  

After breakfast,Travel on a premium, 14-person small group exclusive bus leave the hotel early in the morning and head west along Highway 1 (Trans-Canada Highway). The steep and rugged [Castle Mountain] will soon come into view. Shortly afterward, you'll arrive at one of the most famous lakes in the Rocky Mountains — [Lake Louise]. Under the sunlight, the lake's water, rich in minerals, reflects a mesmerizing deep blue. The towering Victoria Glacier embraces the lake on three sides, resembling a piece of jade scattered in the mountains, earning it the title of "The Sapphire of the Rockies." Turning back from the lakeside, the [Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise] stands quietly among the pine forest, awaiting visitors. Afterward, climb to the top of the trail to view [Moraine Lake]. The emerald-clear water of the lake is beautifully complemented by the jagged peaks of Ten Peaks. From the high vantage point, the view of the lake and mountains is breathtaking, making you lose track of time. Later, visit [Bow Lake], where the outlines of the Rocky Mountains are clearly reflected on the lake's surface. You can also visit the lakeside Num-Ti-Jah Lodge to learn about the legendary Rocky Mountain guide, Jimmy Thompson.
"Great scenery is on the road." The next leg of the journey takes you along [Icefield Parkway], rated by National Geographic as "North America's most beautiful scenic highway." High alpine meadows, forested lakes, snow-capped waterfalls — it's like a temple worthy of reverence. Around 16:30, arrive at the Icefields Center.
Package M: Stay at the Glacier View Lodge, which is set against the backdrop of the largest ice field outside the Arctic Circle. With its Nordic design, the hotel combines simplicity, comfort, and fashion, often appearing on social media influencer lists. The large floor-to-ceiling windows provide a panoramic view of glaciers, mountains, forests, and meadows, perfect for a photo with the glaciers to post on social media.
Guests in this package will enjoy VIP treatment (mandatory fees included), with participation in the Skywalk and Snowcoach activities the following morning, experiencing the grandeur and wonder of nature. At dinner, enjoy a delicious meal at the Altitude restaurant, with an unbeatable glacier view.
Jasper National Park is the largest "dark sky" preserve in the world. With almost no light pollution along the Icefield Parkway, you can see brilliant stars and even the Milky Way in the clear night sky.
Itinerary:
Banff → Lake Louise (75 minutes) → Moraine Lake (60 minutes) → Lake Louise Village (Lunch, 45 minutes) → Bow Lake (20 minutes) → Icefields Center → Skywalk (mandatory, 60 minutes) → Check into the hotel.
* The Moraine Lake special access fee and Skywalk are mandatory fees.
[Lake Louise] & [Moraine Lake]
 
[Natural Bridge]
 
[Icefields Parkway]
 

For Package M, breakfast will be served at the Altitude restaurant at the Icefields Center, where you can enjoy a lavish and diverse buffet breakfast (mandatory) while admiring the endless glacier views in the sunlight.
After marveling at the glaciers under the starry sky the previous evening, we have arranged half a day for you to enjoy the stunning daytime views of the ice field. The golden afternoon sun casts its glow on the vast ice field, almost as if you've wandered into a magical wonderland! Sunlight pours into the floor-to-ceiling windows, making this the perfect time for photos. After breakfast, around 10:00 AM, all guests will board the Snowcoach (mandatory) to traverse the [Athabasca Glacier], experiencing the accumulated wonders of nature over millions of years.
Around 12:15 PM, you will depart from the Icefields Center and head toward [Sunwapta Falls], named after the Stoney Indian language. From the bridge over the canyon, you can watch the waterfall tumbling beneath you, offering a unique and different experience. On the way, pass by [Medicine Lake] and reach [Maligne Lake], the second-largest glacial lake in the world. You will board the Maligne Lake Cruise (extra charge), drifting along the 22-kilometer-long lake, slowly approaching the [Sprite Island], also known as "the place where God holds meetings." (If weather conditions prevent the Maligne Lake Cruise from operating, the Jasper Skytram (extra charge) will be substituted for the tour.) After the tour, return to Jasper for check-in at the hotel.
Evening free activities suggestion: In the evening, you can enjoy a drink at Jasper Brewing Co. and immerse yourself in the laid-back atmosphere of the American West. Alternatively, take a walk through the quaint town, visit the charming old train station, and listen to stories from the indigenous people.
Itinerary:
Columbia Icefield → Snowcoach (mandatory, 90 minutes) → Sunwapta Falls (20 minutes) → Medicine Lake (15 minutes) → Maligne Lake (optional boat cruise, 90 minutes) → Sprite Island → Jasper
 

After breakfast, leave the hotel in Jasper and head first to [Pyramid Lake], where the pyramid-shaped peaks are reflected in the calm waters of the lake, creating a picturesque scene as if you’ve stepped into a painting. Next, proceed to the [Maligne Canyon], the longest and deepest canyon in the Rocky Mountains. Formed by glacial erosion, it features deep rock cliffs that are captivating. Then, visit the [Athabasca Falls], shaped by melting snow and ice. Standing on the cliffs, you can feel the water cascading down like a mighty army, with the sound of the water echoing all around.
Next, visit [Peyto Lake] (if maintenance or other uncontrollable factors close the area, it will be replaced by a visit to Waterflow Lake). The lake, shaped like a maple leaf, is a brilliant blue jewel nestled in the Rocky Mountain valley. Along the way, pass Waterflow Lake, and enjoy views of [Crowfoot Glacier]. Continue to Yoho National Park, where you will arrive at the serene [Emerald Lake]. Here, red canoes gently ripple the tranquil waters. Next, head to the [Natural Bridge], formed by the accumulation of water from the kicking horse river. The riverbed, alongside the towering pines and distant mountains, creates a beautiful picture. After stopping in Banff Town, return to Calgary.
Itinerary:
Jasper → Pyramid Lake (30 minutes) → Maligne Canyon (45 minutes) → Athabasca Falls (30 minutes) → CROSSING Lunch Box (extra charge, 45 minutes) → Peyto Lake (30 minutes) → Emerald Lake (30 minutes) → Natural Bridge (15 minutes) → Calgary
* The arrival times in Banff and Calgary may vary depending on the activity schedule. Thank you for your understanding.
* If needed, you can opt to add a meal package. Lunch will be served as a buffet at the Mt. Wilson Restaurant, which was once an important fur trade transfer station. Enjoy a meal in this harmonious natural setting before embarking on the breathtaking journey along the southern section of the Icefields Parkway.