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Explore the breathtaking beauty of the Canadian Rockies on this Columbia Icefield tour starting from Calgary. Experience the majestic Cascade and Rundle Mountains as you drive along a stunning route, with stops at picturesque Bow Lake, Peyto Lake, and Waterfowl Lake. The highlight is a thrilling ride on a monster bus to the Icefield, where you can take in the stunning glacier views from the Skywalk. This tour promises a rich encounter with nature, offering chances to spot wildlife like bears and moose during the summer months.
- Scenic tour from Calgary through the Canadian Rockies
- Visit iconic stops: Bow Lake, Peyto Lake, and Waterfowl Lake
- Ride a monster bus to the Columbia Icefield and Skywalk
- Opportunity to see wildlife, including bears and moose, in summer
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Pickup from Calgary Delta hotels downtown under the bridge .
Pickup time 08:00am
Pickup from Canmore Information centre
Pickup time 09:20 am
Pickup fron Banff caribou lodge and spa
Pickup time 09:50am
Itinerary
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1Bow Lake
Bow Lake is one of the many lakes that line the Icefields Parkway and is a popular stop for visitors to Banff.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2Peyto Lake
The atmosphere at the Peyto Lake viewpoint is charged with a shared sense of wonder. After a brief trek through a fragrant sub-alpine forest, visitors are rewarded with a panorama so vibrant it looks painted. Standing there, watching a world-famous photograph come to life right before your eyes, you instantly understand why this is one of Banff’s most magical corners.
45 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3Weeping Wall
A highlight of the Icefields Parkway, the Weeping Wall is a massive cliff adorned with endless cascading waterfalls. It offers a spectacular show of rushing snowmelt in the spring and transforms into a dramatic frozen playground for ice climbers in the winter. Pull over safely to take in this iconic snapshot of Canadian Rockies geology.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4Columbia Icefield Skywalk
The Columbia Icefield is the largest ice field in North America's Rocky Mountains, straddling the Continental Divide along the border of Alberta and British Columbia, Canada. Centered within Jasper National Park and Banff National Park, this 325-square-kilometre natural wonder feeds six major glaciers and serves as a major destination along the scenic Icefields
3 hours • Admission ticket not included -
Crowfoot Glacier (Pass by)
The glacier is situated on the northeastern flank of Crowfoot Mountain.The spectacular Crowfoot Glacier can be viewed from a lookout point on the world-famous Icefields Parkway about 36 km (22 mi) north of Lake Louise.
Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- 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 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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