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Columbia Icefield and Peyto Lake day tour from Calgary

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$130.00

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Language: English, Chinese

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Duration: Flexible

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Why you’ll love this…

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

What to expect

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.

What's included

National Park fee
Columbia Icefield Ice Explorer entrance ticket (if selected)
Guided tour
Transportation in air-conditioned vehicle
Multilingual guide

What's not included

Food and drinks
Tips
Accommodation
Personal expenses

Where

Coast Calgary Downtown Hotel & Suites by APA, 4 Avenue Southwest, Calgary, AB, Canada

Meeting point:

Departure time is at 8:00AM. Please arrive at the meeting point 10 minutes prior to the departure time.

What to remember

Extra fees to be paid on site:

The service charge for the driver and guide is not included (Suggested 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 closed 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

Provider

Calgary Tours

Booking fee

Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.

Cancellation policy

Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 48 hours before the experience begins.

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