Unlimited Free Pickup | 2 Nights Banff Town | Summer Canada Rockies Tour | West to East | Yoho NP + 4 Famous Lakes | Optional Ice Explorer & Skywalk Upgrade | 5 Days

$717.36
Per Person

  • Code: CA5-13995
  • Guided Tour
  • Vancouver

What To Expect

Overview

  • [Classic Itinerary] Enter Vancouver and depart from Calgary, covering all the highlights of the Rocky Mountains without backtracking
  • [Icefield Wonder] Ride the Ice Explorer onto the Columbia Icefield and stroll along the Glacier Skywalk to overlook the magnificent glacial rivers
  • [Secret Lake Paradise] Visit three dreamlike lakes: Lake Louise, Moraine Lake and Emerald Lake
  • [Banff Highlights] Ride the cable car up Sulphur Mountain, wander around the classic attractions of Banff Town and Johnston Canyon

Itinerary

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Day 1: Place of Origin - Vancouver

Airport Pick-up Arrangement:

Upon your arrival in Vancouver by flight, a private vehicle will be arranged to pick you up at Vancouver International Airport at any time and transfer you to your hotel for rest. The exact meeting point at the airport shall be subject to the tour confirmation letter. Tour guides will hold name boards to greet you at the airport. Cruise terminal transfer service is also available, with all participants gathering outside the main entrance of Canada Place Cruise Terminal in downtown Vancouver at 9:30 a.m. for departure.

itinerary

Schedule Arrangement:

Free time is available for the day. If your arriving flight lands before 3:00 p.m., a complimentary half-day downtown Vancouver city tour will be provided, with a tip of CAD$20 (cash, to be paid on the vehicle).

  • Breakfast: at your own expense; Lunch: at your own expense; Dinner: at your own expense
  • HAMPTON INN YVR AIRPORT or similar
  • Things to Know
    • For Vancouver hotel accommodation products during the 2026 FIFA World Cup from June 10 to July 10, the final tour fee shall be subject to the rate at the time of registration for stays at Vancouver hotels within this period.
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Day 2: Vancouver - Kamloops - Golden

Itinerary:

Embark on a Rocky Mountain tour by luxury coach in the morning. Pass through the Fraser Valley and multiple Lower Mainland regions en route to Kamloops, renowned for American ginseng production, where lunch will be served at a local restaurant. After lunch, visit an American ginseng farm to witness the ginseng cultivation process and receive a professional briefing on various ginseng varieties. Afterwards, head to Eagle Pass nestled amid towering mountain ranges, the connecting junction of the east-west transcontinental Canadian Pacific Railway and the site where the final railway spike was driven. Following the sightseeing stop, travel past the scenic Three Valley Gap and Grizzly Bear Provincial Park.

Proceed to Golden via Rogers Pass, the highest point on the Trans-Canada Highway No.1, and enjoy dinner at a local restaurant there.

  • Breakfast: At your own expense; Lunch: Available for additional order; Dinner: Available for additional order
  • RAMADA HOTEL or similar
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Day 3: Golden - Lake Louise - Columbia Icefield (Ice Explorer and Glacier Skywalk) - Banff

Itinerary:

After breakfast, head to the Natural Bridge within Yoho National Park. Then travel along the Icefields Parkway, hailed as the most beautiful highway in the world, to Bow Lake and catch distant views of Crowfoot Glacier in Banff National Park.

Later, arrive at the world-famous Columbia Icefield and enjoy a hearty buffet lunch. After lunch, take an Ice Explorer (mandatory admission ticket required) onto the surface of the 300-metre-thick Athabasca Glacier, where you can witness relics left behind from the Second Ice Age — a once-in-a-lifetime sight. Next, visit the Glacier Skywalk constructed at a cost of tens of millions of dollars (mandatory admission ticket required). You can stroll along the glass walkway suspended 280 metres above the ground, get an up-close look at one of the world’s most unique ecosystems, and experience the marvels of human ingenuity and nature. In the afternoon, travel to Bow Falls and Banff Town, known as "Little Switzerland".

Special accommodation arranged at a prime-location hotel in Banff Town, within walking distance of restaurants and shops. Dinner is at your own expense for the day.

  • Breakfast: available for additional order; Lunch: available for additional order; Dinner: at your own expense
  • ELK + AVENUE HOTEL or similar
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Day 4: Banff Gondola - Bow Falls - Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel - Johnston Canyon - Banff

# Itinerary:

Banff Gondola (at your own expense, 90 minutes) – Hoodoos (15 minutes) – Bow Falls (15 minutes) – Surprise Corner (15 minutes) – Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel & Lunch (at your own expense; French bistro-style meals available for additional booking, 90 minutes) – Johnston Canyon (60 minutes) – Check into hotel

In the morning, take a coach to Banff National Park. Upon arriving at Sulphur Mountain, board the Banff Gondola (at your own expense). As the gondola ascends slowly, you can admire the snow-covered mountain scenery surrounded by rolling peaks blanketed in snow.

Afterwards, head to the Hoodoos perched above the banks of the Bow River, and witness the mighty Bow Falls surging down. Dark rock formations contrast vividly with rushing white water, resembling a grand river flowing eastward. Next, proceed to Surprise Corner for distant views of the Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel and the Bow River. You will then enter and tour the Scottish castle-style Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel, where you will stop for lunch at your own cost.

After lunch, explore Johnston Canyon, one of the three major canyons in the Rocky Mountains, and follow the trail to the foot of the rushing waterfalls. (In case of force majeure such as scenic area maintenance or closure, the tour will be replaced with visits to Lake Minnewanka and Two Jack Lake.) Check into a hotel in Banff for the night.

*The Hoodoos attraction will remain closed until July 1; the alternative attraction will be Vermilion Lakes (approx. 15 minutes)

  • Breakfast: At your own expense; Lunch: Available for additional order; Dinner: At your own expense
  • Mount Royal Hotel / Banff Inn / Canalta Lodge / Caribou Lodge / Rundlestone Lodge in Banff Town or similar
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Day 5: Banff - Lake Louise - Moraine Lake - Yoho National Park - Emerald Lake - Natural Bridge - Calgary

# Itinerary Arrangement:

Banff - Lake Louise (75 mins) - Moraine Lake (60 mins) - Lunch at Lake Louise Village (at your own expense; Grill & Bar set lunch available for additional booking, 45 mins) - Emerald Lake (20 mins) - Natural Bridge (15 mins) - Banff - Calgary

Depart the hotel early in the morning and head west along Highway 1. The steep and rugged Castle Mountain will come into view. Shortly afterwards, you will arrive at Lake Louise, the most famous lake in the Rocky Mountains. Under the sunshine, mineral-rich lake water shimmers with enchanting sapphire blue hues, enclosed on three sides by the towering Victoria Glacier. Resembling a jade gem scattered among the mountains, it earns its moniker "the Sapphire of the Rockies".

Glancing back from the lakeshore, Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise stands serenely amid pine forests, welcoming visitors. Afterwards, hike to the top of the trail, where the crystal-clear turquoise waters of seasonal Moraine Lake reflect the jagged Ten Peaks. Standing at the high vantage point, you will enjoy an unobstructed panoramic view of the lake and mountain scenery, losing all sense of time. After leaving Moraine Lake, proceed to Lake Louise Village for lunch (at your own expense; Chinese or Western plated meals are available for additional booking).

Following lunch, continue westbound, passing the Spiral Tunnels built through the blood, sweat and toil of Pacific Railway workers before entering Yoho National Park. You will then reach the tranquil Emerald Lake, where red canoes ripple across its calm waters. Next, visit Natural Bridge, carved over thousands of years by the rushing Kicking Horse River. The waterway, ancient pine trees, distant mountains and shallow shoals together form a breathtaking natural painting. On the return journey, make a stop at Banff Town before driving back to Calgary.

*Moraine Lake: Seasonal Access. The tentative opening period runs from Victoria Day long weekend in May until late September or early October each year, subject to official notices from Parks Canada. If Moraine Lake is closed and inaccessible, the alternative attractions will be Lake Minnewanka (30 mins) and Two Jack Lake (15 mins), and the mandatory entrance fee for Moraine Lake will be fully waived.

## Lake Minnewanka

Lake Minnewanka in summer: the largest and deepest lake within Banff National Park, renowned for its vivid blue waters and stunning natural scenery. Stretching over 20 kilometres along the valley, it boasts magnificent grandeur. A boat tour deep into the lake allows you to admire dramatic canyon formations and rolling mountain ranges, while learning the tale of the ancient village submerged beneath its waters, lending an air of mystery to this lake.

  • Breakfast: Available for additional order; Lunch: Available for additional order; Dinner: At your own expense

Packages

5-day tour package

  • Single Room

    $1658.16$1692
  • Double Room

    $983.92$1004
  • Triple Room

    $806.54$823
  • Quad Room

    $717.36$732
  • Child

    Same as Adult

Options

Moraine Lake Sightseeing Permit from Jun.01 to Oct.14 (Mandatory)

Mandatory Fee
Tickets
  • Adult

    $25
  • Child

    $22

Banff Gondola

Open year-round, except for annual maintenance (usually in November)
Banff Gondola
adults: (16yrs+):63 child: (6-15yrs):44 infants:( 0-5yrs):free
  • Adult

    $75
  • Child

    $51

Columbia Icefield 2-in-1 Ticket: Ice Explorer + Glacier

May 1 - October 12. Scenic spot hours may vary due to weather conditions. Subject to official updates.
2-in-1 Ticket
adults: (16yrs+):85 child: (6-15yrs):55 infants:( 0-5yrs):free
  • Adult

    $95
  • Child

    $60

Pick Up/Drop Off Information

Pick Up

LocationTimeAddress
Vancouver YVR Airport24-hour airport pickup service3211 Grant McConachie Wy, Richmond, BC V7B 0A4
Canada Place Cruise Terminal, Downtown Vancouver
Gather outside the main entrance
9:30

Drop Off

LocationTimeAddress
Banff Town Elk + Avenue Hotel
Please consult your tour guide for the drop-off time.
333 Banff Ave, Banff, AB T1L 1B1
Best Western Premier Calgary Plaza
Arrival time is largely affected by the duration of activities and traffic conditions. Please refer to the actual arrival time on the day.
1316 33rd St. NE, Calgary, AB T2A 6B6, Canada
New Pick-up Point in Downtown Calgary
Arrival time is largely affected by the duration of activities and traffic conditions. Please refer to the actual arrival time on the day.
316 Riverfront Ave SE, Calgary, AB T2G 5R1
[Exclusive Summer Airport Transfer] Calgary Airport
It is recommended to book domestic flights within Canada departing after 21:30; for international flights, those taking off after 22:30 are advised.
19 Airport RD NE, Calgary, AB T2E

Things to Know

Included/Exclude

  • Transportation: Comfortable air-conditioned tourist buses locally
  • Tour Guide Driver: Professional Mandarin / Cantonese tour guide service (basic English for scenic spot introductions)
  • Insurance: Traffic Accident Insurance for the Trip
  • Accommodation: Standard rooms at the hotels specified in the itinerary

  • Driver and tour guide service fee for the entire trip per person: 94.5 CAD, payable to the tour guide in cash during the tour
  • Meals throughout the trip (Meals can be arranged at your own expense for part of the itinerary.)
  • Ticket fees for the activities mentioned in the itinerary
  • Other personal expenses, such as laundry, telephone bills, beverages, shopping, pay TV, etc.
  • Additional expenses incurred due to force majeure events such as traffic delays, wars, coups, strikes, weather conditions, aircraft mechanical failures, flight cancellations or schedule changes
  • All types of travel insurance
  • Fuel surcharge (to be paid on tour, C$5 per person per day, excluding airport pickup service)
  • *It is strongly recommended that you purchase event tickets together with your order. No additional ticket orders will be accepted within 7 days prior to departure or during the trip.*

Booking and Confirmation Process

  • Due to high demand, inventory is mostly synchronous but sometimes not. Our consultant will check real time availability onsite and confirm seats.
  • You will receive your booking information instantly via email. In the event that you do not receive our email, please check your spam folder, or log into your User Center to check your order status and download your voucher when available.

Terms & Conditions

What is the cancellation policy?

Cancellation Period
Policy
32 - 91 days prior to tour departure date
55 cancellation fee
17 - 31 days prior to tour departure date
Refund 40% payment
16 days prior to tour departure date
Non-refundable

What if you miss the appointed time or departure date?

Once the booking is confirmed, an absence or failure to show up on the scheduled date or time is a no-show. No refunds or reschedules will be issued for no-shows and late arrivals.

Other important information

  • [Notice on Fuel Surcharge Collection] Due to the persistently high international fuel prices, a fuel surcharge will be levied for summer tour groups to maintain the service quality of summer itineraries: Charge Standard: 5 Canadian Dollars per person per day (excluding the day of airport pick-up). Collection Method: Cash collection during the tour.
  • It is recommended that you book catering packages and activity items included in the itinerary as early as possible. No additional bookings will be accepted 7 days prior to departure and throughout the trip.
  • The order of scenic spots and transit cities may be adjusted according to actual travel conditions such as travel schedule, weather, traffic and other objective factors. Visitors are advised not to arrange early departure from the group, otherwise you shall bear any losses incurred due to such changes.
  • Please arrive at each designated assembly point 5 to 10 minutes in advance. If you miss the tour bus due to late arrival, you need to proceed to the next assembly point on your own.
  • Travelers under 16 years old must be accompanied by adults aged 18 and above when joining the tour group.
  • Free activities included in the itinerary will not be refunded if they cannot be provided due to force majeure such as traffic problems and bad weather, or if you fail to participate for personal reasons. We appreciate your understanding.
  • Cruise tickets for Maligne Lake are limited controlled resources. When available tickets run out, local travel agencies will allocate resources based on order submission time. We will issue refunds to tourists who fail to secure tickets.
  • In the Rocky Mountain Scenic Area, the temperature difference between morning and evening is quite large. The average daytime temperature in summer is 25 degrees Celsius, while the average nighttime temperature ranges from 15 to 18 degrees Celsius. Please pack suitable luggage accordingly.
  • The Rocky Mountains enjoy abundant sunshine and strong ultraviolet rays in summer, so please prepare sun protection products. The area has a dry climate, making body lotion also an essential travel item.
  • Wild animals are frequently spotted in the Rocky Mountain Scenic Area. Feeding them is strictly prohibited. Do not get off the vehicle to watch if you encounter large wild animals.
  • Smoking is strictly prohibited in all hotel rooms throughout the trip. Violators will be fined no less than 300 Canadian dollars.
  • Most hotels in the Rocky Mountain area are 3 to 4-story wooden buildings, and some are not equipped with elevators.
  • Most hotels in the Rocky Mountain area are 3 to 4-story wooden buildings, and some are not equipped with elevators.
  • For environmental protection reasons, hotels in the Rocky Mountain area do not provide toothpaste, toothbrushes, slippers or combs; only body wash, shampoo, conditioner and soap are available.
  • In line with living habits in North America, most hotel rooms are not equipped with electric kettles. If you need hot water, please turn to the hotel front desk for help. When no electric kettle is available, use the coffee machine properly to boil water.
  • No boiled drinking water is provided within the scenic area. Please prepare it by yourself before departing from the hotel if needed.
  • The voltage in Canada is 110V, and the power sockets are three-pronged: one round pin on the top and two parallel flat pins at the bottom.
  • It is strongly recommended that you purchase travel medical insurance (including tour cancellation coverage) before joining the tour to safeguard your health, safety and personal interests.
  • Please inform us of any dietary restrictions at the time of booking. No temporary adjustments can be made during the tour, and we appreciate your understanding.
  • This is a destination-based group tour. Please prepare your valid tourist visa in advance. Also, check and apply for an eTA ahead of time according to your passport type. For more details, please visit http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/visit/eta.asp
  • This is a destination-based group tour. Please prepare your valid tourist visa in advance. Also, check and apply for an eTA ahead of time according to your passport type. For more details, please visit http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/visit/eta.asp
  • Please be sure to provide accurate and complete information (such as name, gender, contact details, adult or child) when making a reservation to avoid booking errors that may affect your trip.
  • Children are required to provide their birthday information in advance to determine whether a child safety seat needs to be prepared beforehand. You shall be held fully responsible for any travel delays or losses arising from missing information.
  • If you have not received the Tour Confirmation Letter 7 days prior to your departure, please contact our staff promptly.
  • To make your trip more fulfilling, pleasant and smooth, we strongly recommend that you book activity tickets, dining packages and other items at the time of your reservation. No additional bookings will be accepted within 7 days prior to departure or during the trip.
  • This is a destination-based group tour for individual travelers. While all promised services and standards are fully maintained, you will be grouped with other tourists for a unified itinerary arrangement. The sequence of the itinerary may be adjusted for different departure dates.
  • Due to operational restrictions of hotels in the Banff area, specific bed types cannot be guaranteed. Hotels will randomly assign king rooms or twin rooms based on room availability on the day of check-in. We appreciate your understanding!
  • Hotel Star Rating: There is no official hotel star rating system in North America. All hotels arranged for this trip are local brand hotels.
  • Standard double rooms in North American hotels are equipped with one large bed or two separate beds. If you have special requests for the bed type, please let us know when making your reservation, and we will do our best to make arrangements.
  • The components of the travel product, such as tour vehicles, hotels, restaurants, scenic facilities, languages and cultures, are evaluated by different criteria across regions and countries. We appreciate your understanding. (Bilingual services may be available, including Mandarin and English.)
  • Tour vehicles: Vehicles will be arranged according to the group size. For groups with fewer than 24 passengers, the driver will also serve as the tour guide. For groups with 24 or more passengers, there will be one dedicated driver and one dedicated tour guide respectively.
  • All operators of various means of transportation, hotels, restaurants and scenic spots used during the itinerary have their own regulations to safeguard tourists' safety and legitimate rights and interests. In the event of accidental injury, death or other losses, matters shall be handled in accordance with the rules formulated by the respective operators. Our company shall not be held liable for any such incidents.
  • In case of special circumstances such as bad weather, traffic accidents and other incidents, our company reserves the right to modify or cancel the itinerary.
  • In the event of flight cancellations, delays, adverse weather conditions or other travel safety issues, relevant regulations shall apply directly to passengers. Our company shall not be held responsible for any such matters.
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  • If transfer service from/to the airport is included in your itinerary, you must provide accurate flight information and arrive at the designated pick-up location in advance. If inaccurate information leads to mistakes in airport pick-up, the travel agency reserves the right to arrange a second transfer service, charge additional pick-up fees at the rate of paid private car transfers, or arrange the next available free airport transfer with vacant seats. Please note that only one airport pick-up service is provided per order!
  • Depending on the operational requirements of different hotels, you may be asked to provide a credit card as a deposit for your stay to cover incidental charges incurred during your check-in period (e.g., telephone, laundry, food and beverage).
  • All activity tickets and meals must be booked in advance. No additional bookings will be accepted during the tour. We appreciate your understanding.
  • During the trip, please arrive at the boarding location at the time agreed with the tour guide for assembly. Do not be late, as this will disrupt the itineraries of other tourists. If you miss the tour bus due to tardiness, you will need to make your own way to the next meeting point and bear all relevant responsibilities. We appreciate your understanding.
  • During the tour, you may stay at different hotels. If transfers are needed for guests staying at various hotels, the driver and tour guide will make reasonable arrangements based on the actual group conditions. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation. Thank you.
  • During the trip, different vehicles and tour guides may be assigned to serve you. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.
  • During the trip, if you need to leave the group, please sign the Group Departure Confirmation Form.
  • Tourists under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult (aged 18 or above) when joining the tour group.
  • For complimentary items included in the itinerary, if they cannot be provided due to force majeure such as transportation disruptions or bad weather, or if you are unable to participate due to personal reasons, no refunds will be issued. We appreciate your understanding.
  • If you have special requirements (such as bed type, vegetarian meals, baby high chairs, etc.), please notify us at least 7 days prior to your trip. We will try our best to make arrangements, but we cannot guarantee availability.
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