【Canadian Rocky Winter Tour】3-Day Winter Tour from Calgary: Banff Gondola + Surprise Corner + Bow Falls + Lake Minnewanka + Johnston Canyon + Banff Logo
Product Code: 199755
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
199755
Duration
3 day
Departure City
Calgary
End City
Calgary, Banff, Canmore
Language
Chinese, English
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
Day 01
Calgary

Home - Calgary

Hotel: Best Western Premier Calgary plaza or similar

Meal: B:Excluded L:Excluded D:Excluded

Welcome to Calgary! Enjoy the dazzling mountain peaks, lush alpine meadows, blue-green lakes, dense forests and abundant wild animals. Immerse yourself in nature, and enjoy local delicacies. Your choices of [Guided/ Self-Guided City Tour - City Tour A/C/D (Add-on fees)] if you arrive in Calgary before 12:00PM.



【Optional activities】

Calgary City Route A:【Downtown Calgary City Tour】(5 Hours)

Tour Hotel - Downtown Calgary City Tour (Guided Tour with Transfer)



Calgary City Route C:【CrossIron Mills Outlet】(5 Hours)

Hotel to CrossIron Mills Outlet Transfer service (Self-Guided with Round Trip transfer)



Calgary City Route D:【Chinook Shopping Centre】(5 Hours)

Hotel to Chinook Shopping Centre Transfer service (Self-Guided with Round Trip transfer)



 

Visiting Attractions

  • Calgary Calgary

Admission Fees

Activity Price Additional Information
Half Day Tour C: CrossIron Mill Shopping Center Adult (over 16 years old) : CAD62/ person Child (under 15 years old) : CAD49/ person Including transportation Excluding service fee CAD $5.00/Person
Half Day Tour D:Shopping @ Chinook Centre CAD68/person
  • 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.

Meal

  • B:Excluded
  • L:Excluded
  • D:Excluded
Day 02
Banff

Calgary - Sulphur Mountain/Banff Gondola - Bow Falls - Banff Town

Hotel: Elk + Avenue Hotel / Canalta Lodge / Caribou Lodge / Aspen Lodge or similar

Meal: Optional Meal Package available L:Excluded D:Excluded

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.

* You will enjoy your free time in Banff town if you do not choose any optional activity.

 

 

Visiting Attractions

  • Banff Banff
  • Sulphur Mountain Sulphur Mountain
  • Banff Gondola Banff Gondola
  • Surprise Corner Surprise Corner
  • Bow Falls Bow Falls
  • Banff Town Banff Town
  • Banff Hot Springs Banff Hot Springs

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.
Group meal: 2 breakfasts Adults (over 12 years old) : CAD$65/ person, children (0-12 years old) : CAD$47/ person
Banff Winter Sleigh Ride Adults (13 years old or above) : CAD$64 , children (4-12 years old) : CAD$53 * Scheduled opening time on December 15, the activity time is about 40 minutes. * This activity and Banff Upper Hot Springs 2 choose 1, Banff Upper hot Springs cannot be booked in advance, purchase packages on site, first come first served.
  • 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.

Meal

  • Optional Meal Package available
  • L:Excluded
  • D:Excluded
Day 03
Banff

Lake Minnewanka – Cave and Basin Historical Site - Johnston Canyon – Banff Logo – Banff

Meal: Optional Meal Package available L:Excluded D:Excluded

Meet up at the hotel then head to Banff National Park. Banff National Park is Canada's first national park and is a destination on numerous people's bucket lists from all around the world. It was built in 1885 and is located in the northern part of the Rocky Mountains in Alberta, Canada.

We will first stop by [Two Jack Lake] for photo taking then head to [Lake Minnewanka]. During winter, when water freezes and the bacteria feed expels methane gas, you may see the magical phenomena of icy bubbles at Lake Minnewanka.

[Cave and Basin Historic site] Stepping into Banff history to visit the Cave and Basin Historic site which is the first hot springs to be discovered in the 19th century. You can take several trials like the Discovery Boardwalk, and the Marsh trail to enjoy amazing natural scenery while studying the history of Banff National Park. (Complimentary admission)

Next, visit the iconic [Banff LOGO] which features a picturesque mountain landscape with rugged peaks as the backdrop for Instagrammable photos.

Final stop at [Johnston Canyon] Banff National Park's most popular hiking destination takes you into the Johnston Canyon and amongst spectacular waterfalls. See the impressive lower falls and walk through a tunnel to get an even closer look at the powerful effects of water. Enjoy Ice Walk (Free borrow of Rivet crampons) in the amazing Johnston Canyon.

 

 

  

Tips:
- 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.

- If you need to catch a connecting flight leaving Calgary on the same day, please ensure that your flight is scheduled for departure after

9:30 PM to avoid any disruptions to your travel plans.

- 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.

 

Visiting Attractions

  • Banff Banff
  • Lake Minnewanka Lake Minnewanka
  • Cave Cave
  • Johnston Canyon Johnston Canyon
  • Banff Town Banff Town

Meal

  • Optional Meal Package available
  • L:Excluded
  • D:Excluded
Please note that order of day-to-day itinerary is adjustable depending on tour start day.

Pick-up Details / Transfers
【Pick-up info】
Calgary International Airport (YYC):
1) Complimentary airport pickup service at Calgary International Airport (YYC) is available at 10:00/12:00/14:00/16:00/18:00/20:00. Upon arrival, please proceed to the 【Westar Service Counter】located at Gate 5 on the Arrivals Level to confirm your pick-up information.
2) Hotel shuttle service is available for flights arriving between 6:00-9:00 AM and 22:00-23:00 PM. This complimentary service departs once every hour. If you are unable to take the designated shuttle, we will coordinate the next available shuttle for you according to the hotel shuttle availability.
3) Private car airport pick-up service is available on a Pre-paid basis: for flights arriving between 7:00-22:00. The first two passengers will be charged $90 CAD plus tax, and each additional passenger will be charged $20 CAD plus tax. Please be aware that there is a maximum of
four people per order.
Note:  If pick-up service is included in the guest's itinerary, please be sure to provide accurate flight information at least 3 days in advance. Any inaccurate information provided resulting in errors for the pick-up service; We reserves the right to provide second transfer services with an additional charge (according to the paid private car airport pick up service fee) or coordinate the next available pickup according to the availability.

【Drop-off info】
[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 (please arrange your flight to leave after 9:30pm ( domestic flights) or 10:30pm (international flights) on the last day of your journey.)
 
WHAT'S INCLUDED

Package Includes

    • Ground transportation
    • Professional bilingual tour guide
    • Traffic Accident Insurance
    • Federal Service Tax 5% GST
    • 2-night comfort Hotel with standard room
    • National Park Pass

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.)
    • 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.
    • 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.
Cancellation Policy

Cancellation made within:

  • 18 or More Days - only$44.11 charge handling fee by order
  • 0 - 17 Days Prior to Departure Date - Non-refundable
Please Note:
• Amendment Policy:
Increase the number of travelers in the itinerary(Depending on resource availability corresponding to the itinerary dates) 
* 18 Days and more prior to Departure Date: a service fee of C$60/booking/time for changes or modifications;
* 17 Days and less prior to Departure Date: No changes.
* When modifying your booking, you may be charged for any services fees, penalties or additional costs due to resource circumstances. 
* If for any reason you need to cancel or modify your booking, a bank wire fee, merchandise fee, or credit card service fee, etc. will be deducted from your refund.
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.
  • Depending on your arrival time, your hotel room may not be available until the afternoon. Most hotels allow check-in between 1:00pm-3:00pm, however some charge a fee for early check-in. Please check at the hotel desk to see if you may store your luggage at the hotel if you wish to explore the city on your own before check-in.
  • 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.

Pricing Info

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

 * Price for Single occupancy applies when one person stays in one standard hotel room.
* Price for Double/Triple/Quadruple occupancy applies when two/three/four people stay in one standard hotel room respectively.
* Triple/Quadruple prices does not guarantee a third or fourth bed in the room. Please check the availability at the time of check-in.
* Double rooms are not guaranteed to be two beds type, please understand.
* Price for a child applies when a 0 to 12-year-old child stays in one standard room as a third or fourth person.
* Maximum room capacity: 4 people including adult and child/infant
* There will be hotel surcharges during 12/15-1/7 or 2/16-2/20. The price may vary depending on the departure date.
* Stay at Fairmount hotel from 12/22-1/2, please double check the final price with us.
* The hotel room type is mainly one bed or two beds. If you have a special request, please note in advance. We try our best to coordinate.
* Adding an extra bed for the triple and quadruple rooms isn't allowed. 
* Child discount rate is based on the "Two adults staying in the double room" and no extra is provided. 
  • * The final tour rates already include possible booking fee, handling fee, and exchange rate loss.
  • 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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