3 Day Rockies Tour, travel Banff & Columbia Icefield from Calgary
Your trip starts from Banff National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Enjoy one of the most famous “world-class” parkway, Icefield parkway, to the Columbia Icefield. Join the unique experience [Glacier Adventure (Snowcoach+Skywalk)] onto Athabasca Glacier.
ItineraryDay 1: Arrive Calgary - Airport pick upPass By: Calgary, Calgary, Alberta
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 add-on activity [Guided/ Self-Guided City Tour (additional charges)] if you arrived in Calgary before 12:00PM.
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Best Western Premier Calgary Plaza or similar
Day 2: Calgary-Banff National Parks-Sulphur Mt.-Johnston CanyonPass By: Banff National Park, Alberta Canada
Traveling on [Canada Transit Highway #1] head to [The Rockies]. Canada is the most preferred tourism country ranked by “Lonely Planet.”
Pass By: Sulphur Mountain, Banff National Park, Alberta Canada
Sulphur Mountain is a mountain located in Banff, Alberta, Canada. At the peak of the mountain you will be amazed by the incredible 360 degree view on the skywalk, of six majestic mountain ranges, beautiful rivers and valleys, the Bow Valley as well as the Town of Banff. Surrounded by the massive peaks that reach the sky, you feel as if you are at the heart of the planet.
Stop At: Banff Gondola, 100 Mountain Ave, Banff, AB T1L 1B2, Canada
Ride the Sulphur Mountain [Banff Gondola (additional charges)] 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 effect, and perfectly shows the full picture of Banff National Park.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Stop At: Hoodoos Trail, Buffalo Street Surprise Corner Viewpoint parking lot, Banff, Banff National Park, Alberta T0L Canada
Witness the "Devil's Rock" shaped by the force of natural wind erosion, standing on the bank of the Bow River, quietly guarding it like a guardian.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Bow Falls, Banff, Banff National Park, Alberta Canada
Bow Falls is not like your typical waterfall, it is wide and short. You can also see the valley that was eroded by glacier activity and the [Bow Falls] over the years.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Surprise Corner, Buffalo St, Banff, Banff National Park, Alberta T1L 1K2 Canada
Surprise Corner is about a mile from the centre of Banff town. The surprise at the corner of Tunnel Mountain Road in the town of Banff is the sudden appearance and incredible view of the [Fairmont Banff Springs]
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Fairmont Banff Springs, 405 Spray Ave, Banff, AB T1L 1J4, Canada
The Fairmont Banff Spring Hotel, also known as the "Castle of the Rockies", has been around for more than 100 years. This iconic gem is located among the majestic Rocky Mountains and the Bow River. We will make a lunch stop at this Iconic Castle hotel. Optional add-on French Brasserie lunch at your choice (additional fees)
Duration: 1 hour 15 minutes
Stop At: Johnston Canyon, Banff National Park, Alberta Canada
is carved into the limestone bedrock from thousands of years of water erosion. It is truly remarkable how powerful water can be in shaping landscapes. On this hike, you will be immersed into a beautiful scene of overhanging canyon walls, waterfalls, and lush forest. (Sightseeing: 60 mins) (If the attraction is under maintenance or other force majeure, we will go to Lake Minnewanka and Two Jack Lake as an alternative attraction)
Duration: 1 hour
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Aspen Lodge/ Rundlestone Lodge or similar
Day 3: Bow Lake-Columbia IcefieldPass By: Crowfoot Glacier, Improvement District No. 9, Banff National Park, Alberta Canada
Attached to the Northeast side of the Crowfoot Mountain and overlooking the Bow Lake lies the Crowfoot Glacier. This huge mass of ice was named a century ago because its appearance resembled that of a three-toed crowfoot. Be sure to take lots of photos because the next time you visit Crowfoot Glacier, it might not look the same anymore!
Stop At: Bow Lake, Banff National Park, Alberta Canada
[Bow Lake], the lake is a bright turquoise color which is due to the glacial runoff from Bow Glacier. Historical Simpson's [Num-Ti-Jah] is located on the shores of Bow Lake at the foot of [Mount Jimmy Simpson].
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Icefields Parkway, Banff National Park, Alberta Canada
Joining the hamlet of Lake Louise in Banff with the Town of Jasper in Jasper National Park is one of the most scenic highways in the world --- Icefields Parkway. Along the 230 km mountain road, every corner on the Icefields Parkway reveals another one of nature’s splendor, from the ancient glaciers and cascading waterfalls to the vivid colours of lakes and lush forests. Many stops along the Icefields Parkway deserve a stop.
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
Stop At: Peyto Lake, Icefield Parkway, Lake Louise, Banff National Park, Alberta Canada
Along the way, stop at [Peyto Lake] for its beautiful shape like a Maple (If the attraction is under maintenance or other force majeure, we will go to Waterflow Lake as an alternative attraction)
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Columbia Ice Field Highway Highway 1, Jasper, Jasper National Park, Alberta Canada
[Columbia Icefield] is the largest ancient icefield in the Canadian Rockies.
A ride on the [Ice Explorer] (additional charges) to explore [Athabasca Glacier]. Discover a different perspective of the remarkable scenery. You will have a lunch stop with [Western Lunch box](additional fee) here for 60 mins.
Please ensure that your flight departs after 10:30 pm. （**Please understand that depending on the situation, your arrival time in Calgary may be adjusted **）
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
Informacion Adicional
"Not wheelchair accessible"
"Stroller accessible"
"Near public transportation"
"Infants must sit on laps"
"Not recommended for travelers with back problems"
"No heart problems or other serious medical conditions"
"Most travelers can participate"
"This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund"
"This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund"
"This tour/activity will have a maximum of 50 travelers"
"Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability"
Duration: 3 Days
Start location: Calgary International Airport, 2000 Airport Rd NE, Calgary, AB T2E 6W5, Canada
Traveler pickup is offered
Upon arrival, please proceed to the 【Westar Service Counter】located at Gate 5 on the Arrivals Level to confirm your pick-up information.
Complimentary Airport Pick Services. Your choice from 10:00/ 12:00/ 14:00/ 16:00/ 18:00/ 20:00/ 22:00.
Airports- Calgary Intl Airport, 2000 Airport Rd NE, Calgary, Alberta T2E 6Z8 Canada
Cancellations and refunds:
All sales are final and incur 100% cancellation penalties.
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