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8-Day Aurora Viewing and Rocky Autumn Tour from Yellowknife Tour Code: 322-18741

Overview
Visit Yellowknife, NT, Calgary, AB, Banff National Park, AB, Jasper National Park, AB, Yoho National Park, BC.
  • Early Bird Offer: Book in advance to enjoy a discounted price.
  • No hidden fee: No mandatory charges, or service fees required during the tour.
  • Start the journey from Yellowknife, the well-known city for Aurora viewing in Canada, to enjoy the magic light show on the sky. Then flying into Calgary to continue your vacation with Visiting & Staying 3 award winning Rocky Mt. National Parks - Banff/YOHO/Jasper National Park. Travel with our professional guide services to experience a In-depth and leisure time here in Alberta, Canada

  • Reminder Partial Itineraries will be changed due to the forest fire of Jasper Area
Price In USD (Price per person based on double occupancy)
Price (/Person)
    Single $2272
    Double $1309
    3rd Person
    Adult $853
    4th Person
    Adult $670
Price (/Person)
    Single $2589
    Double $1467
    3rd Person
    Adult $853
    4th Person
    Adult $670
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Early Bird Offer: $318/Room Off offered for bookings with departure date after 3-15-2025. Offer ends on 12-31-2025. Listed price is already adjusted. Not valid in conjunction with any other discounts or pricing offers.
  • Child rate is applicable for those who are 0-15 years old.
  • During the peak season (Jun 2025 -Sep 2025), the price may fluctuate depending on the hotel's availability. If extra cost occur, we will send the payment link for the additional cost separately.
  • Overview
  • Day 1
  • Day 2
  • Day 3
  • Day 4
  • Day 5
  • Day 6
  • Day 7
  • Day 8
Day 1 Yellowknife
Day 2 Yellowknife
Day 3 Yellowknife
Day 4 Yellowknife - Calgary (1268 km)
Day 5 Banff National Park - Banff Town
Day 6 Banff National Park - Jasper National Park - Jasper (214 km)
Day 7 Jasper - Banff Town (257 km)
Day 8 Banff National Park - Yoho National Park - Calgary (253 km)

Day 1: Yellowknife

Standard Hotel: Nova Inn or similar
Meal: Excluded

**We will arrange pick up service upon your arrival

Fly into Yellowknife, a well-know city for Aurora viewing in Canada. Upon arrival, transfer to hotel. Tonight, you will enjoy hot coffee, tea and snacks while viewing Aurora. The Northern Lights are the result of collisions between gaseous particles in he Earth's atmosphere with charged particles released from the sun's atmosphere. "Aurora borealis", the lights of the northern hemisphere, means "dawn of the north". In Roman myths, Aurora was the goddess of the dawn. Many cultural groups have legends about the lights. Many beliefs around the northern lights see the phenomena as a good omen.

Tonight, our guide will take you to see the aurora between lakeside (from 09:30PM to 01:30AM).
  • Yellowknife, NT

    Yellowknife, NT
    Yellowknife is the capital and largest city of Canada's Northwest Territories. It sits on the Great Slave Lake, not far south of the Arctic Circle. It draws visitors for its amazing views of the Aurora Borealis, the Northern Lights.

    Aurora Borealis Viewing

    Aurora Borealis Viewing
    Aurora Borealis (also called the Northern Lights) is a natural phenomenon where atmosphere emits colorful, bright lights that swirl and dance across the sky.

Day 2: Yellowknife

Standard Hotel: Nova Inn or similar
Meal: Excluded
During day time, take a city tour (about 2 hours) to explore Yellowknife, the capital and the only city, as well as the largest community in the Northwest Territories:

[Pilot Monument]
Located high up on "The Rock" in Old Town surrounded by history, islands, boats, floatplanes and water. It is dedicated to the bush pilots and engineers who lives were lost as they flew the skies of the Northwest Territories during the 1920s and 30s. The Bush Pilots transported supplies and people to remote villages, mining camps and oil operations. The engineers mapped out rivers, lakes and mountain passages.

[The Legislature]
The first permanent home for the government of the Northwest Territories.

[The Prince of Wales Northern Heritage Centre]
This centre produces exhibitions that tell stories about the land, people, and history of the Northwest Territories.

[The Visitor Centre]
Where you can find information and collect your very own city of Yellowknife pin.

Next, you can take an optional tour to Cameron Falls for hiking (about 3 hours) - this moderate adventure with some elevation hiking over rocks before arriving at a lookout overlooking a 17-meter waterfall, river and canyon (includes transfers)

After dinner, start your Aurora viewing journey (from 21:30PM to 01:30AM).
  • Yellowknife, NT

    Yellowknife, NT
    Yellowknife is the capital and largest city of Canada's Northwest Territories. It sits on the Great Slave Lake, not far south of the Arctic Circle. It draws visitors for its amazing views of the Aurora Borealis, the Northern Lights.

    Aurora Borealis Viewing

    Aurora Borealis Viewing
    Aurora Borealis (also called the Northern Lights) is a natural phenomenon where atmosphere emits colorful, bright lights that swirl and dance across the sky.

Day 3: Yellowknife

Standard Hotel: Nova Inn or similar
Meal: Excluded
Free at your leisure during the daytime. You can join optional tours or explore the city by yourself. Tonight around 21:30PM, start your Aurora viewing tour. Return to hotel around 01:30AM.

During the day time, you can join the optional tour to Great Slave Lake (including lunch), the 2nd largest lake in Canada, as well as the deepest lake (deepest at 614 meters)
  • Yellowknife, NT

    Yellowknife, NT
    Yellowknife is the capital and largest city of Canada's Northwest Territories. It sits on the Great Slave Lake, not far south of the Arctic Circle. It draws visitors for its amazing views of the Aurora Borealis, the Northern Lights.

    Aurora Borealis Viewing

    Aurora Borealis Viewing
    Aurora Borealis (also called the Northern Lights) is a natural phenomenon where atmosphere emits colorful, bright lights that swirl and dance across the sky.

    Yellowknife Ice Fishing

    Head out onto the frozen waters off the shore of Yellowknife to experience ice fishing, which doesn't even seem possible! Make sure to dress warmly.

    Duration: Approx. 2 Hours 30 Minutes

Day 4: Yellowknife - Calgary (1268 km)

Standard Hotel: Calgary Area Hotel
Meal: Excluded
We will take bus to Yellowknife airport for flight to Calgary. (Flight tickets not included.)

After arrival in Calgary we will transfer to hotel for checkin. Airport pickup service is available, please see "Departure and Return" for details. Our tour guide will meet you @ Arrival Level 1, information centre near Exit.7.

You can spend your rest time at leisure or join in our optional activities (only available for guests arrived before 12:00pm): Calgary City Tour (3 hrs), Heritage Park Tour (only available before Sep 5) (3.5 hrs), Crosslron Mills Outlets (5 hrs), Calgary Zoo.

Day 5: Banff National Park - Banff Town

Standard Hotel: Banff Aspen Lodge or Similar
Deluxe Hotel: Location Upgrade - Banff Town Centre Hotels (Banff Mount Royal or Banff Ptarmigan Inn or Similar)
Breakfast: Excluded|Lunch: Meal Plan|Dinner: Excluded
We will visit Banff Sulphur Mountain, ride Gondola, appreciate Johnston Canyon, Bow Falls, Surprise Corner and Hoodoos. Later we will visit Banff Town and spend the night there. We can also choose to take the add-on optional photography tour at your own expense.

Departure around 9:30 AM from Banff. Complete the itinerary between 4:30 PM and 5:30 PM.
  • Banff National Park, AB

    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.

    Sulphur Mountain

    Sulphur Mountain
    This mountain in Banff National Park is part of the Canadian Rocky Mountains. There is a gondola that takes you nearly to the summit, which is perched at 8,041 feet.

    Duration: Approx. 1 Hour 30 Minutes

    Banff Gondola

    Banff Gondola
    This unique cable-car ride takes visitors to Alberta, Canada's Banff National Park to the top of Sulphur Mountain, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Atop the mountain there are many viewing areas, a long boardwalk, and two small museums.

    Within the Admission Package - Optional Activity Package Included (Optional)

    Duration: Approx. 1 Hour 30 Minutes

    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

    Bow Falls

    Bow Falls
    The Bow Falls are a 30-foot-high, 100-foot wide waterfall just outside the city of Banff. The falls are popular with tourists because they are just a short walk from the town and can be reached on foot from most hotels.

    Duration: Approx. 15 Minutes

    Surprise Corner

    Surprise Corner
    This scenic viewpoint in Banff National Park, though unmarked, is locally known as the best place to get views of the famous Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel and the beautiful scenery that surrounds it.

    Duration: Approx. 15 Minutes

    Hoodoos

    Hoodoos are intriguing geological formations that rise like thin towers from rocky terrain. Those in Alberta's Banff National Park are no exception. They hover like tall spires above the wilderness of this vast area.

    Duration: Approx. 15 Minutes

    Banff Photo + Wildlife Night Tour

    Capture Banff's magic with expert guides. Photograph wildlife, Vermillion Lake's fiery sunset, and Banff Town under starry skies. Learn pro photo tips to immortalize these moments. The adventure begins 30 minutes before sunset in Banff National Park.(Optional)

    Duration: Approx. 2 Hours 30 Minutes

Day 6: Banff National Park - Jasper National Park - Jasper (214 km)

Standard Hotel: Jasper Whistler's Inn/Mount Robson Inn/Lobstick Lodge or similar
Breakfast: Excluded|Lunch: Meal Plan|Dinner: Excluded
Today we will pass Icefield Parkway, visit attractions Bow Lake, Columbia Icefield, Glacier Skywalk, Ice Explorer and Athabasca Falls. Stay overnight in Jasper.
  • Banff National Park, AB

    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

    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

  • Jasper National Park, AB

    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.

    Athabasca Falls

    Athabasca Falls
    A powerful, picturesque waterfall, Athabasca Falls is not known so much for the height of the falls (23 metres), as it is known for its force due to the large quantity of water falling into the gorge.

    Duration: Approx. 30 Minutes

    Snowcoach

    Snowcoach
    Visitors to Jasper National Park in Alberta can take this exciting ride across the ice field to the Athabasca Glacier. This is a great way to see the vast tundra of Jasper.

    Within the Admission Package - Optional Activity Package (Optional)

    Glacier Skywalk

    Glacier Skywalk
    Visitors to the Columbia Icefield Glacier Discovery Centre in Jasper National Park are treated to something new for the Glacier Skywalk. Modeled after the Grand Canyon Skywalk, this horseshoe-shaped bridge lets guests walk out over the cliffside glacier.

    Within the Admission Package - Optional Activity Package (Optional)

    Icefields Parkway

    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

Day 7: Jasper - Banff Town (257 km)

Standard Hotel: Banff Aspen Lodge / Banff Mount Royal / Elk + Avenue Hotel / Banff Inn / Banff Park Lodge / Banff Caribou Lodge & Spa / Irwin's Mountain Inn or Similar
Deluxe Hotel: Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise
Breakfast: Included (Included in Admission fees)|Lunch: Meal Plan (Asian Cuisine)|Dinner: Excluded
Today we will visit Maligne Lake, Maligne Canyon, Peyto Lake, and Crowfoot Glacier. Guests can choose to take Maligne Lake Cruise. During the trip, we will pass by Medicine Lake and make a short stop at The Crossing. We will spend the night in the Banff Hotel.

Departure around 8:00 AM from Jasper. Complete the itinerary between 5:30 PM and 6:30 PM.
  • Jasper National Park, AB

    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.

    Maligne Canyon

    Maligne Canyon
    Maligne Canyon is a natural feature located in the Jasper National Park near Jasper, Alberta, Canada. Eroded out of the Palliser Formation, the canyon measures over 50 metres (160 ft) deep. Popular for sightseeing and exploration, the area contains waterfalls, stream outlets, birds and plant life.

    Duration: Approx. 30 Minutes

    Maligne Lake

    Maligne Lake
    This amazing lake and the scenery surrounding it is one of the most-photographed areas in the world. It is beloved for its crystalline waters, the surrounding mountains, and Spirit Island. The area is home to many animals, including caribou.

    Duration: Approx. 1 Hour 40 Minutes

    Maligne Lake Cruise

    Maligne Lake Cruise
    Experience the breathtaking beauty of Maligne Lake on an award-winning cruise. Glide through azure waters, marvel at majestic scenery, and discover the iconic Spirit Island. Unforgettable memories await on this must-do Canadian adventure.

    Within the Admission Package - Optional Activity Package (Optional)

    Opening Hours: Jun - Sep|Duration: Approx. 1 Hour 30 Minutes

  • Banff National Park, AB

    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.

    Peyto Lake

    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.

    If Peyto Lake closed, visit Waterfowl Lake instead.

    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

Day 8: Banff National Park - Yoho National Park - Calgary (253 km)

Breakfast: Included|Lunch: Meal Plan (Fairmont Cheatau Lake Louise Deluxe Lunch)|Dinner: Excluded
We will visit Lake Louise, Moraine Lake, Ten Peaks Valley and pass Spiral Tunnel. Afterward, we will arrive in Yoho National Park to visit Emerald Lake and Natural Bridge.

**Moraine Lake is open from (mid-May or June to Early Oct). If closed, it will be replaced by the Vermillion Lake

Departure around 9:30 AM from Banff. Complete the itinerary between 6:30 PM and 7:30 PM.
  • Banff National Park, AB

    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
    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

    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.

    Opening Hours: Jun 1 - Oct 15, The opening dates are not guaranteed. It's depending on the government schedule.|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.
  • Yoho National Park, BC

    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

    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

    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

  • Airport Pickup: Yellowknife tour will be picked up at Yellowknife airport, pickup service is included. The driver will pick guests up based on their flight arrival time. Please provide your flight information for your booking.
  • Airport Drop off: Please arrange your return flight from Calgary after 9:30pm.

Price Includes

  • 7 nights hotel accommodation
  • Bilingual Tour guide (English & Chinese)
  • Transportation with Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Traffic Accident Insurance
  • Driver/guide Service Fee

Price Excludes

  • Personal costs
  • Meals and beverage
  • Travel insurance
  • Other expenses not mentioned
  • Optional activities with additional fees mentioned in the itinerary
  • Air fare

Additional Note

  • Pre-order Meal Selection: If you choose the meal plan, please select your main dish for lunch from the following options: Chicken, Alberta Beef, or Vegetarian. Each guest may choose their own option. If we do not receive your selection 7 days prior to the tour departure, "Alberta Beef" will be automatically selected as the main dish.
  • Meal Plan: Not recommend choosing the group meal option for guests with any dietary requirement (e.g., vegetarian) or allergies.
  • Hotel Policy
  • Hotel Room Type: Standard rooms feature either "two double beds" , "one double bed with a sofa bed", or "one double bed". Please note that no extra beds are provided for 3rd or 4th guests in the room.
  • Check-in Time: Hotel check in time is 4:00 PM. Guests arriving in the morning are not guaranteed to check in.
  • Others: According to the regulations of different hotels, you may be asked to provide a credit card as a deposit for incidental expenses during the stay, such as telephone calls, etc. Smoking is strictly prohibited in the rooms. Violation of the rules will result in a fine of the passenger's own cost.
  • Luggage Allowance: Each person is allowed one check-in and one carry-on luggage, subject to applicable size restrictions. An additional fee of C$52.50 (C$50 + 5% tax) will be charged per extra baggage.
  • VIP Seat Availability: VIP Seats (first 3 rows or small group of less than 14 people) are not guaranteed on airport pickup day.
  • Itinerary Adjustments: In case of attraction closures due to weather conditions, we will substitute them with alternative attractions to ensure a fulfilling experience.
  • Yellowknife activities: If the Yellowknife activities is canceled due to personal reasons, activities fares will not be refunded. If cancel due to severe weather, under-represented, uncontrol reasons, fully refunded.
  • Aurora: The aurora is an unique phenomenon in the polar regions but it is still weather dependants. We shall not be responsible if the northern lights are invisible, and guests cannot ask for refund due to this reason
  • Infant/Child Car Seat: Please bring your own car seat if needed for infants or children.

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  • Cancellation Fees:
    • 32 or more days prior to departure - 10% of total purchase amount + 5%GTS
    • 15-31 days prior to departure - 60% of total purchase amount + 5%GTS
    • Within 14 days prior to departure - 100% of total purchase amount
    • Day of departure or no-show - 100% of total purchase amount
    • Unused features are non-refundable. No-shows forfeit entire payment.
      The refund amount will be credited directly to your TakeTours wallet as credits for future use. Or the refund can also be forwarded directly to your credit card with a 6% handling fee.
  • Itinerary Variations:
    We constantly strives to improve tour itineraries and features. If such improvements can be made, or unforeseen circumstances beyond our control make changes necessary - we reserve the right to vary itineraries and to substitute hotels. At certain peak periods duplicate departures may operate, and sometimes in reverse order in which case hotels may vary from those stated on the itinerary pages.
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