Icefields Parkway: Bow Lake, Peyto Lake & Columbia Icefield

12 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

Travel along the world-famous Icefields Parkway on a full-day small-group tour from Calgary, Canmore, or Banff. Visit Bow Lake, Peyto Lake, and the Columbia Icefield area while enjoying scenic views of mountains, glaciers, alpine lakes, forests, and valleys.
Guests who purchase tickets separately must confirm the correct activity time before completing the purchase.
A ticket time around 1:45 p.m. to 2:15 p.m. may be suitable for the normal itinerary.
This activity may require a minimum number of participants. If the minimum is not met, an alternative date may be offered, or travelers may decline and receive a full refund.

What's Included

Bottled water
Air-conditioned vehicle
Meals

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
You can choose from multiple locations at checkout.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 12 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Bow Lake

    Bow Lake is a beautiful glacier-fed lake along the Icefields Parkway, known for its turquoise water, mountain views, and peaceful photo stops.

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Peyto Lake

    Peyto Lake is one of the Rockies’ most iconic viewpoints, famous for its bright turquoise water, unique shape, and breathtaking mountain scenery.

    45 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Columbia Icefield Skywalk

    The Columbia Icefield Skywalk offers a thrilling glass-floor walkway experience with breathtaking views of glaciers, deep valleys, waterfalls, and the Canadian Rockies.

    30 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 4
    Columbia Icefield Discovery Centre

    Columbia Icefield is one of the largest icefields in the Canadian Rockies, offering incredible glacier views, mountain scenery, and a truly unforgettable adventure.

    2 hours 30 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 5
    Icefields Parkway

    The Icefields Parkway is one of the world’s most scenic mountain drives, featuring turquoise lakes, glaciers, waterfalls, wildlife, and breathtaking Rocky Mountain views.

    1 hour 30 minutes Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Supplied by Banff Scenic Tours

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Day Trips
Full-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private and Luxury
Luxury Car Tours
Small Group
Adventure Tours
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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