$605
Per Person
# Itinerary Arrangement:
Banff - Crowfoot Glacier - Bow Lake (20 minutes) - Peyto Lake (30 minutes) - Icefields Parkway - Lunch (at your own expense; buffet lunch available for additional booking, 45 minutes) - Snowcoach (at your own expense, 90 minutes) - Calgary
Depart from Calgary or Banff in the morning, and catch distant views of [Crowfoot Glacier] along the way. First, visit [Bow Lake], where the silhouette of the Rocky Mountains reflects crisply on the lake surface. You may also drop by lakeside [Num-Ti-Jah Lodge] to learn the story of Jimmy Simpson, a legendary Rocky Mountain guide. Next, head to [Peyto Lake] (visits will be switched to Waterfowl Lake in case of force majeure such as scenic area maintenance and closure). This maple-leaf-shaped lake resembles a turquoise ribbon embedded in the valleys of the Rockies. Afterwards, enjoy [buffet lunch (at your own expense)] at [The Crossing Resort]. Continue driving along the picturesque Highway 93, [Icefields Parkway], to reach the [Icefield Centre]. Board the [Snowcoach] to travel across [Athabasca Glacier] and witness natural formations formed over hundreds of millions of years. Finally, drive to your hotel in Banff for check-in.
*The Ice Explorer Snowcoach operates from May 1 to October 12. Starting October 13, the tour will only stop at scenic spots without the optional snowcoach activity.*
On clear weather days: Guests can take an easy 60-minute hike up the hills in front of the glacier to get an up-close view of the icefield scenery.
On poor weather days: Follow your guide’s arrangement to view the glacier from a distance, with an extra stop at Waterfowl Lake added to the itinerary.
# Itinerary:
Banff → Lake Louise (75 mins) → Moraine Lake (60 mins) → Lunch at Lake Louise Village (self-paid; Grill & Bar lunch add-on available, 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 imposing Castle Mountain will come into view. Shortly afterwards, you will reach Lake Louise, the most renowned lake in the Rocky Mountains. Under the sunlight, mineral-rich lake water shimmers with a mesmerizing sapphire blue, enclosed on three sides by the towering Victoria Glacier. Resembling a jade gem scattered amid the mountains, it has earned the moniker "Jewel of the Rockies". Looking back from the lakeshore, Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise stands quietly among pine forests, welcoming visitors. Afterwards, hike to the top of the trail to admire seasonal Moraine Lake*, where its crystal-clear turquoise waters reflect the jagged Ten Peaks. Standing at the high vantage point, you can take in the full panoramic lake and mountain scenery, losing all sense of time.
After leaving Moraine Lake, proceed to Lake Louise Village for lunch (self-paid; Chinese or Western set meals available as add-ons). Following lunch, continue westward, passing the Spiral Tunnel built through the arduous labor of Pacific Railway workers before entering Yoho National Park. You will then arrive at the tranquil Emerald Lake, where red canoes ripple across its calm surface. Next, visit Natural Bridge, carved over thousands of years by the rushing Kicking Horse River. The river channel, ancient pine trees, distant mountain ranges and shallow shoals combine to form a stunning natural landscape painting. On the return journey, stop briefly at Banff Town before driving back to Calgary.
*Moraine Lake: Seasonal access only. Tentative opening period spans from the Victoria Day long weekend in May to late September / early October each year, subject to official notices from Parks Canada. If the lake is closed and inaccessible during your trip, alternative attractions will be provided: Lake Minnewanka (30 mins) + Two Jack Lake (15 mins). The mandatory entry fee for Moraine Lake will be waived in such cases.
| Location | Time | Address |
| [Northeast Zone] Best Western Premier Calgary Plaza Hotel Please wait in the hotel lobby 10 minutes in advance. | 07:30 | 1316 33rd St. NE, Calgary, AB T2A 6B6, Canada |
| Banff Town: Elk + Avenue Hotel Please wait in the hotel lobby 10 minutes in advance | 09:30 | 333 Banff Ave, Banff, AB T1L 1B1 |
| New Pick-up Point in Downtown Calgary Please wait in the hotel lobby 10 minutes in advance | 07:45 | 316 Riverfront Ave SE, Calgary, AB T2G 5R1 |
| Location | Time | Address |
| 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 |
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.
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