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1-Day Tour to Columbia Icefield, Bow Lake, Peyto Lake from Calgary/Banff | Admission for National Park
1-Day Tour to Columbia Icefield, Bow Lake, Peyto Lake from Calgary/Banff | Admission for National Park
1-Day Tour to Columbia Icefield, Bow Lake, Peyto Lake from Calgary/Banff | Admission for National Park
1-Day Tour to Columbia Icefield, Bow Lake, Peyto Lake from Calgary/Banff | Admission for National Park
1-Day Tour to Columbia Icefield, Bow Lake, Peyto Lake from Calgary/Banff | Admission for National Park
1-Day Tour to Columbia Icefield, Bow Lake, Peyto Lake from Calgary/Banff | Admission for National Park
1-Day Tour to Columbia Icefield, Bow Lake, Peyto Lake from Calgary/Banff | Admission for National Park

1-Day Tour to Columbia Icefield, Bow Lake, Peyto Lake from Calgary/Banff | Admission for National Park

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Tour Code: 171906
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Departure City Departure City
Calgary
End City End City
Calgary
Duration Duration
1 days
Language Language
Chinese Live, English Live
Tour Themes Tour Themes
Outdoor Adventure
Guide Type Guide Type
Guided Tour
Group Size Group Size
Standard Group Tour
Activity Level Activity Level
Moderate

Highlights

The [Columbia Icefield] is the perfect place to go on an adventure of a lifetime. With its stunning [Icefields Parkway], astounding [Crowfoot Glacier], and deep sense of wonder, this unforgettable experience will leave you with a memory you'll never forget. What's better than exploring an icy landscape with your friends? Doing it on a giant ice explorer! The [Ice Explorer] is the perfect way to learn about glaciology and experience the glacier firsthand. You'll explore the ancient [Athabasca Glacier], discover its beauty, and step right onto the glacier itself. It's a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity that you don't want to miss! So book your tickets today and join us on this amazing adventure.

Itinerary

Banff-Crowfoot Glacier (Pass by)-Bow Lake (20 min)- Icefields Parkway (Pass by)-Peyto Lake (30 min)- Columbia Icefield [Snowcoach] (Mandatory) & Lunch stop [Western Lunch box](additional fee) (120min)

Today, we'll journey along the [Icefields Parkway], hailed by National Geographic as one of the world's most stunning scenic highways. This unforgettable drive offers majestic views and pristine wilderness. We'll pass by the snow-capped peaks of [Crowfoot Glacier] and visit [Bow Lake], known for its vibrant turquoise color from Bow Glacier's runoff. Shortly after, we'll reach [Peyto Lake], famous for its unique shape and brilliant blue water. (In case of closure, alternatives include Waterfowl Lake and Big Hill.) Next, we'll arrive at the [Columbia Icefield] to explore the awe-inspiring Athabasca Glacier, North America's largest. Experience it up close with an Ice Explorer Snowcoach (Additional fees). Enjoy a Western Lunch box option (Additional fee) for lunch today. Finally, we'll return to Banff or Calgary.

* Columbia Icefield [Snowcoach & Skywalk]: Operating until Oct 13. After this date, tours will stop at the site only.
Good weather: light hike (~60 mins) to the glacier viewpoint.
Poor weather: glacier viewing arranged by the guide.
No mandatory Snowcoach & Skywalk fees will be charged.
Additional stop: [Sunwapta Falls]

 

 
Tips

* Pease ensure that your flight departs after 10:30pm.
* Please understand that depending on the situation, your arrival time in Calgary may be adjusted.

Visiting Attractions

Columbia Icefield

Athabasca Glacier

Bow Lake

Peyto Lake

Meal
B: Excluded, L: Excluded, D: Excluded

Meeting & Transfer Info

Meeting Point

09:30 AM | Banff

Elk + Avenue Hotel 333 Banff Ave, Banff, AB T1L 1B1加拿大

Please wait in the hotel lobby

07:15 AM | Calgary

Best Western Premier Calgary Plaza 1316 33 St NE Calgary, AB T2A 6B6

Please wait in the hotel lobby

07:45 AM | Calgary

[Downtown] Bus station in front of Harry Hays Building (across the street from the Delta Calgary Downtown hotel) 4th Ave SE, Calgary

Please wait in the hotel lobby

Transfer Info

Own Expenses

  • Columbia Icefield Snow Coach
    CAD$100.00/Adult;

    CAD$68.00/Kid(6-15 years old)
    Explore this magnificent Athabasca Glacier on the Ice Explorer and venture the glacier as you step onto the glacier itself. When you step foot onto this glacier, you will truly be astonished by how massive this chunk of ice is.
  • The Crossing Mt. Wilson Restaurant Lunch Buffet
    CAD45.00/Adult (12+);

    CAD37.00/Child (0-11);

What’s Included

Includes
  • Ground transportation (The type of vehicle used will based on the number of guests that day)
  • Professional bilingual tour guide and/or driver 
  • Admission for National Park
  • 5% GST (Goods and Services Tax)
  • Traffic Accident Liability
Excludes
  • Service fees for tour guide and driver (min. CAD$15.00/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.)

Special 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 CAD$30.00/person 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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 (Electronic Travel Permit [Mandarin] for reference only: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O4iyyMVFvfM)
  • 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.
  • 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 will provides 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.
  • Tour Operator is 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.
  • In the Rockies, there can be large temperature differences between morning and evening. The average daytime temperature in summer is 25 °C, and the average night temperature is 15-18 ° C. Please prepare clothes appropriately.
  • In the Rockies, there's ample sunshine and usually high levels of Ultraviolet rays (UV rays) that may cause sunburn, so proper sun protection will be needed. The region has a dry climate and body lotion is one of the must-haves when traveling.
  • When encountering wild animals, feeding is prohibited; In the case of large animals, do not leave the vehicle and approach.
  • Smoking is strictly prohibited in hotel rooms and throughout the hotel. Violation of the rules will result in a fine of $300 CAD or more.
  • Within the national parks, please note smoking is permitted in certain areas only. Please follow the rules and do not litter cigarette butts. Please make sure that they're fully out in case of a fire hazard.
  • Please note that hotels in the Rocky Mountains area are mostly 3-4 story wooden structures. Some hotels do not have elevators.
  • For environmental protection, Rocky Mountains area hotels are not provided with toothpaste, toothbrush, slippers, comb; Only shower gel, shampoo, conditioner and soap are provided.
  • Most hotel rooms are not equipped with kettles. If you need hot water for drinking, please ask the hotel's front desk for assistance. If no kettle can be provided, please use the coffee machine properly as instructed.
  • There is no "hot (boiling)" drinking water at the attractions, if necessary, please prepare it yourself before departure.
  • Canadian voltage power is 110V, and the electrical socket is a three-pin plug: the upper one is round, and the lower two are flat and parallel.
  • Don't forget to bring your camera and enjoy your journey!

Please Note:
1. Guests are not allowed to use a CITY PASS, NATIONAL PARK PASS and admission ticket purchased by themselves to join the sightseeing attractions included in this tour.
2. Guests who do use a CITY PASS, NATIONAL PARK PASS or admission ticket purchased by themselves, will not be offered the transportation service for that day, and will possible need to pay a penalty fee. Please consult your tour guide for details.
Language: This tour is escorted by a professional bilingual tour guide and/or driver guide (English/Chinese). Tours and/or languages may be combined to operate this tour depending on the number of passengers who have booked a particular departure.
The time we mentioned in the itinerary is for reference only. Please refer to your guide on tour for the actual arrangement. The visiting order and duration might be changed according to actual and practical situation for better service.
This tour/activity is overseen by a select local operator in the region. Upon booking your tour or activity and after receiving confirmation, you will be issued an e-ticket detailing the local operator's name and contact information. If you require assistance finding a specific tour, please contact us for more information.
  • Important: For bus tour, front row seats are not first-come, first-served; an additional fee is required. If you require a front row seat, please contact us in advance to check availability.


  • Yellow Fever Vaccination Requirement: If you have traveled to or transited through yellow fever-endemic regions including East African countries (excluding Tanzania) or South American countries, either before or after your trip, you may be required to present a valid yellow fever vaccination certificate. This requirement can apply not only for joining tours but also for certain flights or entry into specific countries. For more details, please refer to the official site: : Yellow Fever Risk Areas - Fit for Travel
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