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Experience one of the most scenic full-day routes in the Canadian Rockies on a small-group tour from Calgary, Canmore, or Banff. Travel the Icefields Parkway with stops at Bow Lake, Peyto Lake, Mistaya Canyon, and the Columbia Icefield area near the Athabasca Glacier.
Relax with pickup from your selected city as your driver-guide leads you through alpine lakes, mountain valleys, forests, and glacier-carved landscapes. Enjoy time for photos, lunch, glacier views, and optional paid Columbia Icefield activities such as the Ice Explorer, Columbia Icefield Adventure, or Skywalk, depending on season, weather and availability.
Tickets, meals, and personal expenses are not included unless clearly stated. Route order and timing may change due to weather, traffic, road conditions, wildfire smoke, closures, attraction availability, or operational needs.
Guests wanting Ice Explorer, Columbia Icefield Adventure, or Skywalk should book tickets in advance for the recommended 1:45pm–2:00pm window.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Itinerary
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1Bow 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 -
2Peyto 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 -
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Mistaya Canyon is a stunning natural canyon along the Icefields Parkway, shaped by powerful rushing water and surrounded by beautiful Rocky Mountain scenery.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4Columbia 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 included -
5Columbia 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 included -
6Icefields 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
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- 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 experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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