Columbia Icefield full-day adventure tour from Calgary
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Discover glacier views and alpine lakes on a guided Columbia Icefield day tour from Calgary or Banff. Travel by air-conditioned vehicle along the Icefields Parkway, with mountain scenery and commentary as you pass Bow Lake and Crowfoot Glacier.During the operating season, enjoy approximately 2.5 hours at the Columbia Icefield. Add an optional Ice Explorer ride onto the Athabasca Glacier for an unforgettable encounter with the Canadian Rockies' icy landscape. The ride costs extra and advance booking is recommended.Stop at Peyto Lake for approximately 20 minutes to admire its mountain setting and photograph its vivid blue waters when the lake is ice-free. If access is unavailable, visit Waterfowl Lake instead.Seasonal itinerary: Before the first Saturday of May and after the second Saturday of October, the Columbia Icefield visit is replaced by Lake Minnewanka (approximately 20 minutes) and Banff Upper Hot Springs (approximately 60 minutes; optional admission payable onsite). If the hot springs are unavailable, Cave and Basin National Historic Site is the alternative, with admission payable onsite. Bring swimwear if you plan to use the hot springs.
Highlights
- You'll take in Canadian Rockies scenery along the spectacular Icefields Parkway
- There's a seasonal Columbia Icefield stop with an optional Ice Explorer ride
- You can photograph Peyto Lake's vivid blue waters when ice-free and accessible
- You'll admire Bow Lake and Crowfoot Glacier as you pass with guide commentary
- The tour includes guided sightseeing with departures from Calgary or Banff
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Facilities
Free cancellation
mobile
Available in English, Chinese
What's included
- National Park fee
- Columbia Icefield Ice Explorer entrance ticket (if selected)
- Guided tour
- Transportation in air-conditioned vehicle
- Multilingual guide
Not included
- Food and drinks
- Tips
- Accommodation
- Personal expenses
Where you'll meet
Departure time is at 8:00AM. Please arrive at the meeting point 10 minutes prior to the departure time.
Operated by
Calgary Tours
Important information
Extra fees to be paid on site:
* The service charge for the driver and guide is not included (S**uggested CAD$15 per guest**)
Know in advance:
* Choose the "PREMIUM" or "Option 1" option to access the Columbia Icefield Ice Explorer
* This tour doesn't include the Glacier Skywalk experience
* **Columbia Icefield** is c**losed before May 5 & after Thanksgiving (October). It will be replaced by** Minnewanka Lake (20 minutes) and Banff Upper Hot Springs (optional, 60 minutes). Additional fee payable on-site
* If Peyto Lake is closed, it will be replaced by Waterfowl Lake
* Sightseeing points and stop time are subject to weather conditions
* If closure of any sightseeing point occurs, it will be replaced by other points
* Please be ready at the meeting location 5–10 minutes prior to the pick-up time as the tour will start on time
* Check the weather forecast before your arrival because the temperature can drop dramatically at night
* Return to Calgary and arrive around 7:00pm~8:00pm
Remember to bring:
* It is suggested to bring a warm coat, sunscreen, sun protection, and toiletries
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