Day 1 Calgary - Banff National Park - Yoho National Park (256 km)
Day 2 Banff National Park - Jasper National Park - Banff (455 km)
Day 3 Banff National Park - Calgary (165 km)
Day 1:
Calgary - Banff National Park - Yoho National Park (256 km)
Breakfast: Excluded|Lunch: Meal Plan (Deluxe Lunch at Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise)|Dinner: Excluded
After pickup from Calgary we will head to Lake Louise. Then we will continue to Moraine Lake, see Ten Peaks Valley, Spiral Tunnel. We will also visit Emerald Lake and Natural Bridge.
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Banff National Park, AB
Canada's oldest national park-- and one of the first national parks in the world-- is home to an icy but gorgeous landscape.
Lake Louise
Lake Louise is a glacial lake in Alberta, Canada's Banff National Park. The lake is known for its vibrant blue-green coloration, which comes from rock flour carried into the lake by the water of the nearby melting glaciers.
Duration: Approx. 2 Hours
Moraine Lake
This glacial lake in Banff National Park's Valley of the Ten Peaks has a brilliant bright blue color due to rock flour that runs into its water. This beautiful and famous lake has appeared in advertisements the world over.
*Moraine Lake open from (Late May or early June to early Oct). If closed, it will be replaced by the Vermillion Lake.
Duration: Approx. 1 Hour
Valley of the Ten Peaks
A region located in Banff National Park, this area is so named because the ten summits of the mountain range in the distance are clearly visible. It is an open valley area that also includes Moraine Lake.
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Yoho National Park, BC
These are the western slopes of the Canadian Rocky Mountains. Towering rockwalls, spectacular waterfalls and soaring peaks earn the park its name.
Emerald Lake
The Emerald Lake in British Columbia, Canada's Yoho National Park is the largest of the park's many lakes and one of the park's most popular spots. The lake is named for the spectacular turquoise color of the water.
Duration: Approx. 20 Minutes
Natural Bridge
The Kicking Horse River, a Canadian Heritage river, in the Yoho park, has created a natural bridge through solid rock. This formation is located 3 km west of Field, accessible from the road to Emerald Lake.
Duration: Approx. 15 Minutes
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Banff National Park, AB
Canada's oldest national park-- and one of the first national parks in the world-- is home to an icy but gorgeous landscape.
Banff Photography tour
A exciting photography tour in Banff gives us a good chance to catch photos in the mountains and also find out kinds of wild animals. (Optional with Extra Cost)
Tour Fee (Optional): Adult C$69; Child C$69; Photo Tour|Duration: Approx. 2 Hours
Day 2:
Banff National Park - Jasper National Park - Banff (455 km)
Breakfast: Excluded|Lunch: Meal Plan (Western Set-Menu)|Dinner: Excluded
Today we will pass Icefield Parkway, visit attractions Bow Lake, Columbia Icefield, Glacier Skywalk, Ice Explorer and Athabasca Falls.
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Banff National Park, AB
Canada's oldest national park-- and one of the first national parks in the world-- is home to an icy but gorgeous landscape.
Bow Lake
A small lake in western Alberta, Canada. It is located on the Bow River, in the Canadian Rockies, at an altitude of 1920 m. It is one of the lakes that line the Icefields Parkway in Banff National Park and Jasper National Park.
Duration: Approx. 20 Minutes
Peyto Lake
Peyto Lake in Alberta, Canada's Banff National Park is known for its stunning aqua-blue coloration. It can be best seen from a viewing point just off the Icefield Parkway; this is considered one of the best views in Canada.
Replaced by Waterfowl Lake if it is closed
Duration: Approx. 20 Minutes
Crowfoot Glacier
Crowfoot Glacier is located in Banff National Park, Alberta, Canada, 32 km (20 mi) northwest of Lake Louise, and can be viewed from the Icefields Parkway. The glacier is situated on the northeastern flank of Crowfoot Mountain.
Duration: Approx. 15 Minutes
Columbia Icefield
The Columbia Icefield in the northern part of Banff National Park covers an area of about 200 square miles in the Canadian Rockies. The Icefield feeds eight major glaciers in the area, including Athabasca Glacier and Dome Glacier.
Closed before May-5th and after Thanksgiving
(October), will be replaced by Minnewanka Lake & Two Jack Lake
Duration: Approx. 2 Hours 30 Minutes
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Jasper National Park, AB
Offering visitors a more laid-back mountain experience - with equal options for adventure, discovery and relaxation. The park includes the glaciers of the Columbia Icefield, hot springs, lakes, waterfalls and mountains.
Icefields Parkway (Passing By)
One of Canada's national treasures and most rewarding destinations. Stretching 232km through the heart of Canadian Rockies World Heritage Site, this world-class journey offers access to a vast wilderness of pristine mountain lakes, ancient glaciers and broad sweeping valleys
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Banff, AB
Banff, known as the "soul of the Rockies" is a small town located within Banff National Park in Alberta. It is within distance of several hiking mountains and is home to many shops and boutiques.
Day 3:
Banff National Park - Calgary (165 km)
Breakfast: Excluded|Lunch: Meal Plan|Dinner: Excluded
We will enjoy a leisure morning in the hotel. In the afternoon we will visit Johnston Canyon and experience icewalk. Next we will visit Minnewanka Lake. We can also take the Heli Tour to overlook the Rocky Mountains.
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Banff National Park, AB
Canada's oldest national park-- and one of the first national parks in the world-- is home to an icy but gorgeous landscape.
Johnston Creek
Johnston Creek is the one of most famous sights in Banff National Park. Known for its walking trail throughout the year. *Free Crampons are provided for Winter itinerary
Duration: Approx. 1 Hour
Minnewanka Lake
This glacial lake is the longest in the Canadian Rockies at 21 kilometers long.
Duration: Approx. 20 Minutes
Candian Rockies Helicopter Sightseeing Tour
Take a helicopter tour and see the beautiful Canadian Rocky Mountains in all their splendor from above.
Duration: 10-15 Minutes
Optional Activity Introduction
Optional Activity - Banff Gondola:
Excellent view: overlooking the beautiful scenery of Banff Town, a hurdle of Rocky Mountains and the town near the town from the heights. High-altitude experience: Two-kilometer high-altitude experience, not to be missed.
*If you are not joining this activity, you will be self-exploring at the Banff Sulphur Mountain gondola base
Optional Activity - Columbia Icefield Ice Explorer:
The Columbia Icefield Adventure reveals the most unique attraction in the Canadian Rockies. Massive Brewster Ice Explorers, specially designed for glacial travel, take passengers on a remarkable excursion onto the surface of the Athabasca Glacier.
*If you are not joining this activity, you will be self-exploring at the Columbia Icefield Discovery Centre or walking to the bottom of the glacier at your own risk
Optional Evening Activity: Banff Photo + Wildlife Night Tour (This is an optional tour in the evening)
It will take you to the famous photography spots in Banff area. The journey starts with the visit of wild animals. follow by the famous sunset of Vermillion Lake, and end with the beautiful view of Banff Town under the night sky. Experienced guides will share photography skills and provide assistance to help you leave beautiful memories.
Tour starts half hour before sunet at Banff National Park. Duration: 2.5 - 3 hours; return to banff hotel after the tour
*If you are not joining this activity, you will have free time at your leisure in the evening