Winter Ice Walk in Johnston Canyon + Lake Minnewanka Day Trip

Winter Ice Walk in Johnston Canyon + Lake Minnewanka Day Trip

In the winters of Banff National Park, sub-zero temperatures turn mighty waterfalls into glittering pillars of ice in Johnston Canyon.

☆ No regrets for a trip and fun through the Rocky Mountain Happy Ice and Snow Season.

☆ Come along with warmth, free borrow rivet crampons to experience the fun of ice and snow. (Winter only, around November to April)

Itinerary
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Stop At: Banff National Park, Alberta Canada

Transfer from Calgary to Banff. 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.

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes

Stop At: Lake Minnewanka Scenic Drive, Banff, Banff National Park, Alberta T1L 1K2 Canada

[Lake Minnewanka] During winter, when water freezes and the bacteria feed expel methane gas, you may see the magical phenomena of icy bubbles at Lake Minnewanka.

Duration: 20 minutes

Stop At: Two Jack Lake, Lake Minnewanka Loop Road, Banff, Banff National Park, Alberta Canada

The beautiful and tranquil Two Jack Lake is accessible by a 3.2 km loop trail that is perfect for hikers of all skill levels. In the winter, the quiet trails are the prime place to meet herds of bighorn sheep. We will have a photo stop here.

Duration: 5 minutes

Stop At: Cave and Basin National Historic Site, 311 Cave Ave, Banff, Banff National Park, Alberta T0L 0C0 Canada

Visit the birthplace of Banff National Park, Cave and Basin National Historic Site. Discover the hot water that seeps from the rocks, smell the minerals as you adventure through the thermal mineral springs. The sunlight that seeps through the opening of the cave elevates the ambience of the mineral springs, giving the rocky cave a golden polish. Every step of your adventure at Cave and Basin National Historic Site is the perfect moment to capture! (Complimentary tickets)

Duration: 45 minutes

Stop At: Banff Avenue, Banff, Banff National Park, Alberta Canada

The small town of Banff, known as the "Little Switzerland of North America", is bathed in the warm winter sun. [Self-guided tour and lunch at your cost] , discover the winter fun here. The small town is a distribution center for all kinds of outdoor sports. You can find all kinds of outdoor sports equipment and clothing here, with good quality and low prices. Or hold a cup of warm hot chocolate in your hand. Sit lazily in a coffee bar and enjoy a warm spa. 

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Johnston Canyon, Banff National Park, Alberta Canada

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 during winter (Free borrow of Rivet crampons)

Duration: 1 hour 15 minutes

Stop At: Calgary, Calgary, Alberta

Transfer from Banff to Calgary

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes



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 is a combined bus tour. Besides the regular Pickup and drop-off locations, additional points may add to the tour."
"The minimum number of travelers for this tour is 4 pax. In the event of insufficient travelers, Westar Travel reserves the right to cancel or change the itinerary."
"The winter schedule and itinerary could be impacted by extreme weather and road conditions, while we may make necessary adjustments. We appreciate your understanding in case of any delays or changes."
"If you have a connecting flight after the tour, please ensure that your flight departs after 9:30 pm.(**Please understand that depending on the situation, your arrival time in Calgary may be adjusted **)"
"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."
"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)."
"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."
"We require you to sign the disclaimer before participating in any optional winter activities; and highly recommend purchasing a travel insurance."
"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 at time of booking"



Duration: 8 To 10 Hours
Start location: 1: Best Western Premier Calgary Plaza Hotel & Conference Centre, 1316 33 St NE, Calgary, AB T2A 6B6, Canada
2: Delta Hotels by Marriott Calgary Downtown, 209 4 Ave SE, Calgary, AB T2G 0C6, Canada
3: Travel Alberta Canmore Visitor Information Centre, 2801 Bow Valley Trail, Canmore, AB T1W 3A2, Canada
4: Elk + Avenue Hotel, 333 Banff Ave, Banff, AB T1L 1B1, Canada

Cancellations and refunds: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.

Included

  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • GST (Goods and Services Tax)
  • Guide : bilingual - English / Mandarin
  • Traffic Accident Liability
  • NOTE: The sequence of itineraries are subject to change without prior notice.
  • Admission for National Park
  • Complimentary Luggage Tag
  • Service Fee
  • Entry/Admission - Two Jack Lake
  • Entry/Admission - Cave and Basin National Historic Site
  • Entry/Admission - Johnston Canyon
  • Entry/Admission - Lake Minnewanka
  • Entry/Admission - Banff Avenue

Not Included

  • Meals & All Personal Expenses such as laundry, phone & travel insurance.
  • Optional activities with additional fees mentioned in the itinerary
  • All optional tours or meal packages must be booked 7 day before the tour start.
  • Refunds for costs caused by force majeure

Facilities


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