5-Day Rockies Adventure & Scenic Stay at Crossing (English Guide)

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

Day 1
Arrive Calgary (Airport pick-up or Self-Check in) - Free day
1 stop
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Calgary
Welcome to Calgary! Your adventure begins here in Calgary, gateway to the Canadian Rockies. Snow-capped peaks, lush alpine meadows, turquoise lakes, dense forests, and diverse wildlife await your discovery. Immerse yourself in nature, relax body and mind, enjoy local cuisine, and embrace the serenity of this mountain paradise. Airport pickup is available for this tour. To ensure complimentary service, please provide your flight details at least 3 days prior to departure. Flight information submitted within 3 days of travel will not be eligible for free airport pickup. Complimentary Airport Pickup One free pickup per booking, provided on the first day of the tour from Calgary International Airport (YYC) Additional pickups can be arranged for an extra fee Service Hours: 6:30 AM – 10:30 PM
Day 2
Calgary - Johnston Canyon - Marble Canyon - Banff Town - Lake Minnewanka - Two Jack Lake- Banff (overnight)
9 stops
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Calgary
Your adventure begins as our expert guide warmly welcomes you at your Calgary hotel and drives you into the heart of Banff. With a friendly smile and extensive local knowledge, they’ll make sure you feel comfortable and excited from the very start!
10 minutes • Admission ticket free
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Johnston Canyon
As Banff National Park’s most popular hiking destination, you won’t want to miss Johnston Canyon. Johnston Canyon is carved into the limestone bedrock from thousands of years of water erosion. On this hike, you will be immersed into a beautiful scene of overhanging canyon walls, waterfalls, and lush forest. Every moment at Johnston Canyon is a memory as you explore depths and different perspectives of the beautiful gorge.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
4
Marble Canyon Trailhead
There are 7 bridges in Marble Canyon that you can hike on it, walking in a zigzag pattern on the deep limestone canyon and the winding creek below. The canyon is the junction of Tocum Creek and Suzaku River. Fossils of Cambrian soft-bodied creatures millions of years ago were found here, which is quite magnificent.
45 minutes • Admission ticket free
5
Banff Town Sign
Enjoy a lunch stop in Banff, where you’ll have free time to relax and explore the charming mountain town. Grab a bite at a local restaurant, stroll along Banff Avenue, or simply take in the beautiful Rocky Mountain views.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket not included
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Bow Falls
Located 2.7 km from the Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel is Bow Falls. The astounding scene and the powerful sound of aqua green water crashing over limestone is truly a remarkable experience. The bow falls is a shallow but wide waterfall on the bow river. Several Hollywood films of the 1950s were filmed here! Famous Hollywood star Marilyn Monroe once was swept over the bow falls as they filmed for “River of No Return.”
15 minutes • Admission ticket free
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Surprise Corner
The Surprise corner is named after its spectacular views of the majestic Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel that is cozily nestled at the heart of a dense forest with the beautiful Sulphur Mountain as a backdrop. This beautiful scene is elevated with Bow River cascading down into the Bow Falls as a foreground. The magnificent scene at Surprise Corner will make you feel as if you have travelled into a fairytale story.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free
8
Lake Minnewanka
Located 15 minutes east of Banff is Lake Minnewanka, the largest and deepest glacial lake in Banff National Park, reaching a depth of 142 meters. Its name comes from the Indian Stoneni family, which means "water spirit.” This stunning aqua blue lake is surrounded by beautiful mountain peaks and unique rocks by the shoreline.
45 minutes • Admission ticket free
9
Two Jack Lake
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 summer, the two red lounge chairs on the lakeshore contrast with the emerald green lake. The vivid blue lake is backdropped with a stunning mountain and lush forest. It is a very photogenic destination, and it is a trendy place for many photographers and hikers who want to see a vibrant sunset.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free
10
Banff Avenue
Convenient drop-off at your hotel in Banff, ensuring a smooth and relaxing end to your day.
10 minutes • Admission ticket included
Day 3
Banff → Lake Louise → Moraine Lake → Yoho National Park → Crossing Resort (overnight)
7 stops
11
Banff Avenue
Get ready for another exciting day filled with unforgettable views and experiences! Our team will meet you at your hotel lobby, ready to kick off another incredible adventure in the heart of the Rockies.
10 minutes • Admission ticket included
12
Moraine Lake
Located 14 km southeast of the hamlet of Lake Louise is home to Moraine Lake, a beautiful turquoise lake surrounded by the Ten Peaks, waterfalls, and rock piles. The colour of the water actually changes intensity through the summer. Explore further by canoeing to the heart of the lake, or go on a hiking adventure that will lead you to a vista giving you a birds eye view of the beautiful Moraine Lake.
1 hour • Admission ticket included
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Lake Louise
If there is only one place you can go while you are in the Canadian Rockies, you must visit Lake Louise. Also named “Jewel of the Rockies,” this world famous turquoise lake draws millions of visitors every year. This gorgeous alpine lake is embellished with Victoria Glacier as the backdrop. The rugged peaks and glaciers behind the lake makes the scenery of the lake seem as if it were a carefully designed painting.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
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Lunch Stop at Lake Louise Village. There are convenience stores, cafés, and restaurants for you to choose from for lunch.
45 minutes • Admission ticket not included
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Emerald Lake
One of the most admired destinations in Yoho National Park is Emerald Lake. This gorgeous emerald coloured lake is a result of the light refracting the deposit of rock flour in the lake. Emerald Lake is surrounded by the President Range that forms a natural amphitheater with towering forested banks. If you look carefully, you might be able to spot some really cool wildlife such as marmots, bald eagle, bears, loons, and the occasional moose!
30 minutes • Admission ticket free
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Natural Bridge Lower Falls
Stop at the Natural Bridge along the way and admire the Kicking Horse River as it carves a path through ancient rock. You can view the incredible natural formation from different perspectives at vantage points with interpretive displays that tell you about interesting facts about Natural Bridge. This beautiful scenery is enhanced with the scenic mountains and lush forests in the background.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free
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Travel along the breathtaking Icefields Parkway, one of the world’s most scenic drives and stay overnight at The Crossing Resort. Enhance your experience with an optional charcoal-grilled steak BBQ dinner ( Optional Add-on Meal).
10 minutes • Admission ticket included
Day 4
The Crossing Resort - Athabasca Falls Jasper SkyTram - Maligne Lake - Medicine Lake - Jasper (overnight)
7 stops
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Get ready for another exciting day filled with unforgettable views and experiences! Our team will meet you at your hotel lobby, ready to kick off another incredible adventure in the heart of the Rockies.
10 minutes • Admission ticket included
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Athabasca Falls
Located 30 km south of Jasper town, Athabasca Falls, is one of the most incredible and powerful waterfalls in the Canadian Rockies. Although its height is not astonishing, the Athabasca falls is known for its impressive volume and force of water. This splendid waterfall is in the foreground of a stunning backdrop of lush forests, and beautiful rocky mountain ranges.
40 minutes • Admission ticket free
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Jasper SkyTram
Ride the Jasper SkyTram for a breathtaking journey to the summit of Whistlers Mountain. Enjoy panoramic views of the surrounding peaks, glaciers, and the town of Jasper—an unforgettable alpine experience. Jasper SkyTram - Additional Add on fee
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket not included
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Jasper
Enjoy a relaxing lunch stop in Jasper, with free time to explore the town, dine at a local restaurant, or take in the stunning mountain views. Lunch Time
1 hour • Admission ticket free
22
Maligne Lake
Discover the breathtaking beauty of Maligne Lake, one of the top highlights in Jasper National Park. Cruise across its iconic turquoise waters, visit the world-famous Spirit Island, and soak in unforgettable mountain views. A must-see experience and one of the most photogenic stops in the Canadian Rockies. Enhance your visit with the optional 100-minute Maligne Lake Cruise ( Optional Add-on activity), a relaxing journey across turquoise waters to the iconic Spirit Island. This optional add-on is a perfect way to capture stunning mountain views and create unforgettable memories in Jasper National Park.
1 hour 40 minutes • Admission ticket not included
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Medicine Lake, also known as “the lake that disappears” is located 20 km southeast of the town of Jasper. Medicine lake is a 7 km long narrow lake that is formed by the Maligne River. Interesting enough, the lake loses water as it flows. Why is that you may ask? When the water is on its way to merge with the Athabasca river, it reaches the medicine lake area, and pools up to form the Lake over the largest inaccessible limestone cave system.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free
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Jasper
Evening Return to Jasper in the evening and check in to your hotel. Enjoy time to rest and unwind, surrounded by the quiet beauty of Jasper National Park.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free
Day 5
Jasper - Pyramid Lake - Columbia Icefield - Peyto Lake - Bow Lake - Banff / Calgary
5 stops
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Jasper
Morning After breakfast, depart from Jasper for the final day of your Rockies journey.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free
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Columbia Icefield Discovery Centre
Columbia Icefield, one of North America’s largest icefields. Guests may choose to join optional experiences (approx. 180 minutes total), including the Ice Explorer, which travels directly onto the ancient Athabasca Glacier, and the Columbia Icefield Skywalk, a glass-floored platform suspended 280 metres above the Sunwapta Valley. Optional Add-on activity: Columbia Icefield Explorer & Columbia Icefield Skywalk
3 hours • Admission ticket not included
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Peyto Lake
Located along the Icefields Parkway, approximately 40km north of Lake Louise is the vibrant glacier-fed lake, Peyto Lake. The lake is nestled in majestic mountain ranges which lie on each of its sides. This jaw dropping view is the best reward for an intense scrambling hike. The scenery on the viewpoint looks as if it is a carefully painted piece of art. Peyto Lake’s beauty is comparable with the famous Moraine Lake without as many crowds.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free
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Bow Lake
Bow Lake is a stop you will not regret taking while you are travelling across Icefield Parkway. When the lake thaws in the summer, it becomes a vivid blue colour from the glacier melt of the Crowfoot Glacier. Speaking of the Crowfoot Glacier, the Bow Lake is also the perfect place to view the Crowfoot Glacier, Wapta Icefield, bow glacier, crowfoot mountain and Mount Thompson. It really seems like the ultimate all in one package!
15 minutes • Admission ticket free
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Calgary
This tour includes two convenient drop-offs—one in Banff and another in Calgary—allowing you to conclude your Rocky Mountains adventure with maximum flexibility and ease. NOTE : Arrival time in Calgary may vary depending on schedule, traffic and weather conditions. For Domestic flights, please book the flight departing on/ after 21:30. For international flights, please book the flight departing on/ after 22:30.

Additional info

• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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