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Along Icefields Parkway: Peyto Lake, Bow Lake & Columbia Icefield

By Westar Travel Ltd.
10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$309 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 10h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Multiple languages

Overview

Begin on an unforgettable adventure through the Canadian Rockies, let our professional team take care of your journey along the stunning Icefields Parkway, one of the world’s most scenic drives, where towering mountains, crystal-clear lakes, and glaciers set the stage for breathtaking views. Stop at the iconic Peyto Lake, with its vibrant turquoise waters and unique wolf-shaped appearance—perfect for photos and memories. Then, experience the wonder of the Columbia Icefield, where our guide will take you on a thrilling Ice Explorer ride onto the Athabasca Glacier, allowing you to walk on ancient ice. With local insights and fascinating stories, our guide will bring the beauty and history of these natural wonders to life. Book your adventure today and let our expert guide show you the Rockies like never before!

Activity location

  • Calgary
    • Calgary, Canada

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Delta Hotels Calgary Downtown
    • 209 4 Avenue Southeast
    • T2G 0C6, Calgary, Alberta, Canada

Multiple meeting/redemption points available, see location information for full list

Check availability

7:45AM Delta City centre Calgary

  • Activity duration is 10 hours10h
    10h
  • English

Bilingual Service Language: Chinese & English
Duration: 10 hours
Pick up info : Please wait Bus station in front of Harry Hays Building (across the street from the Delta Calgary City centre hotel), on 4th Ave
Starting point:
Delta Hotels Calgary City centre, 209 4 Ave SE, Calgary, AB T2G 0C6, Canada

Starting time: 7:45 AM
Price details
NZ$198.12 x 1 AdultNZ$198.12
Paid at activityNZ$110.51
Total
Price is NZ$308.63
Until Fri, 22 May

9:30AM Elk+Avenue Banff Town

  • Activity duration is 10 hours10h
    10h
  • English

Bilingual Service Language: Chinese & English
Duration: 8 hours
Pick up info : Please arrive 5-10 minutes before the pick-up time.
Please wait outside the hotel.
Starting point:
Elk + Avenue Hotel, Box 1140, 333 Banff Ave, Banff, AB T1L 1J3, Canada

Starting time: 9:45 AM
Price details
NZ$198.12 x 1 AdultNZ$198.12
Paid at activityNZ$110.51
Total
Price is NZ$308.63
Until Fri, 22 May

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    National park pass ( May 1- Jun 18 and Sep 7 - Oct 12)
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Bilingual Tour Guide (English and Chinese)
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Air-conditioned vehicle
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Service charge
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Meals & All Personal Expenses such as laundry, phone & travel insurance.
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Ice Explorer ( Snowcoach)
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Any additional expenses due to force majeure factors.

Know before you book

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

Activity itinerary

Calgary

  • 1h 30m
Pickup Locations & Times This tour offers 2 pickup locations in Calgary. Please select your preferred starting point when placing your booking. [NE Calgary] Best Western Premier Calgary Plaza Hotel — 07:30 [City centre Calgary] Bus station in front of the Harry Hays Building (across the street from the Delta Calgary City centre Hotel), on 4th Ave SE — 07:45

Banff National Park

  • 10m
Discover the breathtaking beauty of Canada’s first national park ,established in 1885 and located in the heart of the Rocky Mountains in Alberta.

Crowfoot Glacier (Pass by)

Located along the Icefields Parkway in Banff National Park, Crowfoot Glacier is named for its shape, which resembles a crow’s foot. It sits above Bow Lake and is a striking example of the region’s glacial beauty, with multiple ice “toes” extending down the mountainside. A perfect stop for photos, short walks, and scenic views of the Canadian Rockies.

Bow Lake

  • 20m
Bow Lake is known for its crystal-clear turquoise waters and stunning mountain backdrop, including the Bow Glacier. It’s a favourite stop for photography, short hikes, and picnics, with peaceful reflections on calm days that capture the Rockies’ beauty perfectly.

Icefields Parkway (Pass by)

Along the Icefields Parkway is a breathtaking journey through an unbroken expanse of snow-capped peaks and towering glaciers, where every turn reveals a scene of awe-inspiring grandeur. Our itinerary includes a scenic drive along this world-class highway, ensuring you experience its majestic beauty from the comfort of our vehicle.

Peyto Lake

  • 30m
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.

The Crossing Resort

  • 45m
  • Admission ticket not included
Lunch stop: Midday, enjoy a break at The Crossing (Saskatchewan River Crossing), where an optional self-serve buffet lunch is available for purchase.

Columbia Icefield Glacier Adventure

  • 1h 30m
  • Admission ticket not included
The journey continues along the breathtaking Icefields Parkway (Highway 93), often ranked among the most beautiful drives on Earth. Upon arrival at the Columbia Icefield Centre, guests may choose to board the legendary Ice Explorer Snowcoach (Optional add-on activity mst be purchsed at least 7 days before the start of the trip) for a once-in-a-lifetime ride onto the Athabasca Glacier, standing atop ice formed over millions of years.

Calgary

  • 3h 30m
After a day immersed in alpine grandeur, return to Banff/ Calgary, concluding a truly spectacular Rocky Mountains experience.

Location

Activity location

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    Calgary
    • Calgary, Canada

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    Delta Hotels Calgary Downtown
    • 209 4 Avenue Southeast
    • T2G 0C6, Calgary, Alberta, Canada
  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    Delta Hotels Calgary Downtown
    • 209 4 Avenue Southeast
    • T2G 0C6, Calgary, Alberta, Canada
  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    Elk + Avenue Hotel
    • 333 Banff Avenue
    • T1L 1J3, Banff, Alberta, Canada
  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    Best Western Premier Calgary Plaza Hotel & Conference Centre
    • 1316 33 Street Northeast
    • T2A 6B6, Calgary, Alberta, Canada
  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    Best Western Premier Calgary Plaza Hotel & Conference Centre
    • 1316 33 Street Northeast
    • T2A 6B6, Calgary, Alberta, Canada

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