Sit back and enjoy the ride along the Icefields Parkway, one of the world's most stunning scenic drives. Because you don't have to navigate or watch the road, this tour allows you to focus on the amphitheatre of mountains towering above. Keep your eyes peeled for wildlife at the edges of the forest. Dig into a hearty mountain picnic and take a photo stop at Bow Lake, one of the largest glacier-fed lakes in Banff National Park, against the backdrop of the Crowfoot Glacier. You will then continue to the lower Waterfowl Lake along the Icefields Parkway, a stunning glacier lake set against Mt Chephren. Climb aboard the Ice Explorer (a six-wheeled behemoth of a vehicle) and drive across the surface of this glittering sheet of ice. You'll also have a chance to drink pure, cold water straight from the glacier. Walk the glass floor Glacier Skywalk, hanging from the edge of the Sunwapta Valley at 918-foot (280 m), for unparalleled views of the canyon below and mountains around you. Plus, enjoy a stop at the iconic Peyto Lake.
Activities
Columbia Icefields Parkway day trip
Free cancellation
Language: English
Mobile voucher accepted
Duration:
11 hours
Do this because
- Enjoy a drive along the Icefields Parkway
- Admire Bow Lake
- Climb aboard the Ice Explorer
- See the stunning Peyto Lake
What to expect
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What's included
- Guided tour
- Pick-up/drop-off (optional)
- Picnic lunch
What's not included
- Gratuities
- Infant rates do not include food
Where
Mount Royal Hotel, Banff Avenue, Banff, AB, Canada
Meeting point:
Please be ready 5 minutes prior to the 7:42am pick-up time at the public bus parking area behind the Mt Royal Hotel (138 Banff Ave, Banff); look for a blue minibus that says 'Discover Banff Tours'.
What to remember
- Please wear sunglasses and warm clothes, including hat, gloves and warm shoes (closed toes shoes such as trainers or outdoor shoes are recommended)
- Hotel pick-up from Banff hotels is available, you must call to schedule this ahead of time (contact information will be in your voucher)
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Provider
Discover Banff Tours Ltd.
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours before the experience begins.
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