2-Day Amazing Tour from Calgary/Banff: Banff National Park, Bow Falls, Surprise Corner, Johnston Canyon, Bow Lake, Peyto Lake, Columbia Icefield

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Product Code: 70515

OVERVIEW

Highlights

    • Only 1.5 hours to enter the scenic area of the National Park
    • Stay in comfortable hotels in the scenic area throughout your journey in Banff
    • Ensures you a productive and fulfilling trip as you go sightseeing at the natural gems in the National Park
Tour Code
70515
Duration
2 day
Departure City
Calgary, Banff
End City
Calgary, Banff
Language
Chinese, English

IS THIS TOUR FOR ME?

Tour Themes: Honeymoon

Travel the world with your partner to romantic resorts and destinations

Tour Type: Guided Tour

Multiple local tour guides/drivers available throughout your tour/activity

Group Size: Standard Group Tour

Tour with fellow travelers from all over the world

Activity Level: Moderate

Designed for travelers in good health who are comfortable with light walking or hiking

Itinerary

Day 01
Calgary

Calgary - Banff National Parks - Sulphur Mt.- Johnston Canyon

Hotel: Roundlestone Lodge / Aspen Lodge or similar

Meal: B:Excluded L: Excluded (Meal plan option: French Brasserie French Brasserie at Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel) D:Excluded

Calgary-Banff Gondola (Additional fees) (90 min)-Hoodoos (15 min) -Bow Falls (15 min)-Surprise Corner (15 min)-Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel & Lunch stop [French Brasserie] (Optional with additional fees) (75 min)-Johnston Canyon (60 min)

Visit Banff National Park to marvel at the beauty and grandeur of the granite peaks. It is hard to miss this natural wonder. Enjoy a ride to the Sulphur Mountain Summit on [Banff Gondola]. Next, you can see [Banff Hoodoos], "Devil's Rock." Following [Bow Falls], It is almost like you are enchanted with time when the river roars in summer. After taking a peek at the [Surprise Corner], the spectacular viewpoint for the famous [Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel], we will visit and make a lunch stop at this Iconic Castle hotel. Finally, hiking at [Johnston Canyon] This popular hiking spot takes you to stunning waterfalls. The trail will take you through open meadows and glacial lakes. (If the attraction has been closed due to maintenance or any other force majeure, we will visit Lake Minnewanka or Two Jack Lake as an alternate attraction.)

  

 

  

 

Visiting Attractions

  • Sulphur Mountain Sulphur Mountain
  • Banff National Park Banff National Park
  • Johnston Canyon Johnston Canyon
  • Banff Gondola Banff Gondola

Meal

  • B:Excluded
  • L: Excluded (Meal plan option: French Brasserie French Brasserie at Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel)
  • D:Excluded
Day 02
Banff

Banff - Bow Lake - Peyto Lake - Columbia Icefield - Calgary

Meal: B:Excluded L: Excluded (Meal plan option: The Crossing Western bento) D:Excluded

Banff-Crowfoot Glacier (Pass by)-Bow Lake (20 min)-Peyto Lake (30 min)-Lunch Stop (Optional Western Lunch Box with additional fees)(60 min)-Columbia Icefield [Snowcoach] (Additional fees) (150min)-Calgary

Today, we will drive along [Icefields Parkway], National Geographic magazine has voted it as one of the most beautiful scenic highways on the planet. This breathtaking drive blends jaw-dropping views with pristine wilderness. Pass by the snow-capped mountain peaks of [Crowfoot Glacier]. Following the visit to [Bow Lake], the lake is a bright turquoise color which is due to the glacial runoff from Bow Glacier. Shortly after, we will come to [Peyto Lake], a must-see lake in Banff National Park for its unique maple shape or vibrant blue glacier-fed water. (Note: If the Peyto Lake is under maintenance or other force majeure, we will go to Waterfowl Lake and Big Hill as an alternative attraction.) After that, we will arrive at [Columbia Icefield] and experience the stunning beauty of [Athabasca Glacier], the largest and oldest icefield in North America. For an unforgettable trip into this region, take a ride of [Ice Explorer - Snowcoach] for an in-depth perspective of the glacier.

Please ensure that your flight departs after 10:30 pm. (**Please understand that depending on the situation, your arrival time in Calgary may be adjusted **)

 

  

Visiting Attractions

  • Columbia Icefield Columbia Icefield
  • Bow Lake Bow Lake
  • Athabasca Glacier Athabasca Glacier
  • Peyto Lake Peyto Lake
  • Athabasca Falls Athabasca Falls

Meal

  • B:Excluded
  • L: Excluded (Meal plan option: The Crossing Western bento)
  • D:Excluded
Please note that order of day-to-day itinerary is adjustable depending on tour start day.

Own Expenses

Day Activity Price Additional Information
D1 Sulphur Mountain Banff Gondola CAD$75 /Adult; CAD$49 /Children(6-15) Please book it in advance. Infant under 5 years old is for free.
D2 Columbia Icefield Snow Coach CAD$97/Adult; CAD$62/Children(6-15) Please book it in advance.
  • All mandatory fees must be paid in cash to the tour guide and tickets cannot be pre-purchased separatedly.
  • Any optional activities you wish to join must be paid to your tour guide in cash.

Meeting Point

Search for your nearest pickup point
Time Region Location Full Address
07:15AM Calgary Best Western Primer Calgary Plaza

(Please wait in the hotel lobby.)

1316 33 St NE Calgary, AB T2A 6B6
07:50AM Calgary [Downtown] Bus station in front of Harry Hays Building (across the street from the Delta Calgary Downtown hotel)
4th Ave SE, Calgary
09:30AM Banff Elk + Avenue Hotel

(Please wait in the hotel lobby.)

333 Banff Ave, Banff, AB T1L 1B1加拿大

WHAT'S INCLUDED

Package Includes

    • Air-conditioned vehicle
    • Traffic Accident Liability
    • Admission for National Park
    • Bilingual Tour Guide (English and Chinese)
    • Hotel accommodations as listed -standard room
    • GST (Goods and Services Tax)

     

Package Excludes

    • Meals & All Personal Expenses such as laundry, phone & travel insurance
    • Driver/Tour Guide gratuity C$15/pp/day, airport pick up C$4/pp
    • Refunds for costs caused by force majeure
    • All add-on activity & meal options must be purchased 10 days before the tour start, and subject to availability of resources.

Cancellation Policy

Cancellation made within:

  • 0 - 16 Days Prior to Departure Date - Non-refundable
  • 17 or More Days - only $50.54 charge handling fee by order
Please Note:
Amendment Policy
- Increasing the number of participants in the itinerary (depending on the availability for the corresponding date of the itinerary)
- No modifications allowed within 16 days before departure; a service fee of C$50 per order per change will be charged for modifications made 17 days or more before departure ·
- Any additional costs due to changes in resources when modifying orders will be charged accordingly;
- Bank wire transfer fees or credit card fees will be deducted from refunds along with cancellation or modification fees for any cancellations or modifications;
- Any changes or cancellations must be communicated directly to the company through email or fax in written form;
- Cancellation and refund matters will be processed within 1-7 working days.

Special Notes

    • If your itinerary includes airport pick-up and drop-off service, please provide accurate flight information and arrive at the designated pick-up location in advance. If the pick-up or designated pick-up location is mistaken due to inaccurate information you have provided, you will be charged an additional fee for a second pick-up service.
    • According to different hotel operation requirements, you may be required to provide credit card information as a deposit during your stay for miscellaneous expenses and incidental guarantees (such as telephone expense, laundry, catering).
    • All activities and meals must be booked in advance. Please understand that no additional bookings will be provided during the tour.
    • During the tour, please arrive at the pick-up location at the time scheduled by the tour guide. Do not be late to avoid delaying other tourists' itinerary. If you are late or miss the transportation we have provided, you are responsible (at your own expense) to meet the group at the next designated meeting location.
    • During your trip, the tour guide may pick-up or drop-off travelers accommodated at different hotels. The tour guide will make reasonable arrangements according to the presented situation. Please cooperate and understand, thank you.
    • During your trip, there may be different vehicles and tour guides serving you.
    • If for any reason you need to leave our group during the trip, you must fill out a "Letter of Liability Release"; no exceptions.
    • Guests under 16 years old, must be accompanied by an adult (Age 18 or above).
    • In the event of traffic, weather, or other circumstances not under our company's control, or if you are unable to participate in activities included in the itinerary due to personal reasons, no refunds will be given.
    • If you have special needs (such as but not limited to: bed type, vegetarian options, high-chairs, etc.) please inform us at least 7 days before your trip. We will do our best to accommodate you, but there is no guarantee.
    • This product is a local bus tour. All foreign travelers are responsible to have ready and to bring a valid visa. Confirm and process eTA in advance according to your passport type. For details, please click the link: http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/visit/eta.asp (Electronic Travel Permit [Mandarin] for reference only: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O4iyyMVFvfM)
    • Please provide accurate and complete information (Name, gender, adult / child, copy of passport and contact information) when booking a tour to avoid errors that would affect your travel. If you cause a delay or cause losses due to missing or inaccurate information, you will be held responsible.
    • This product is a local bus tour. Under the premise that the promised service and standards remain unchanged, your itinerary may take place alongside another traveler's itinerary to form a group tour. Depending on arrival and departure dates, travelers’ itinerary sequence may differ.
    • Hotel Class: North American Hotels do not have an official hotel star rating standard. The hotels involved on the trip are local brand hotels.
    • The North American Hotel Standard Room is equipped with one large bed or two standard beds. If you have a specific request for bed types, please inform us at the time of booking and we will do our best to accommodate you.
    • Product components such as: tour vehicles, hotels, restaurants, attraction facilities, etc. may have different standards (ratings, classes, quality) in different regions of the world; please understand. Our bilingual tour guides will use Mandarin and/or English to serve you.
    • Tour vehicles: Vehicles are arranged according to the number of people in a group. In a group up to 24 passengers, the driver will also be the tour guide. In a group of more than 24 passengers, an individual driver/tour guide will be provided.
    • Tour Operator will provides transportation, accommodation or other services and is not responsible or liable for any loss, damage or injury, delay or accident due to an act of default of any company engaged in providing service included in these packages.
    • In case of force majeure including but not limited to weather, traffic accidents, etc. our company has the right to modify or cancel the itinerary.
    • It is strongly recommended that you purchase travel insurance for your personal benefit.
    • Tour Operator is not responsible for any transportation cancellations or delays, climate change, or any other travel safety issues within the trip that are caused by circumstances not under our company's control.
    • In the Rockies, there can be large temperature differences between morning and evening. The average daytime temperature in summer is 25 °C, and the average night temperature is 15-18 ° C. Please prepare clothes appropriately.
    • In the Rockies, there's ample sunshine and usually high levels of Ultraviolet rays (UV rays) that may cause sunburn, so proper sun protection will be needed. The region has a dry climate and body lotion is one of the must-haves when traveling.
    • When encountering wild animals, feeding is prohibited; In the case of large animals, do not leave the vehicle and approach.
    • Smoking is strictly prohibited in hotel rooms and throughout the hotel. Violation of the rules will result in a fine of $300 CAD or more.
    • Within the national parks, please note smoking is permitted in certain areas only. Please follow the rules and do not litter cigarette butts. Please make sure that they're fully out in case of a fire hazard.
    • Please note that hotels in the Rocky Mountains area are mostly 3-4 story wooden structures. Some hotels do not have elevators.
    • For environmental protection, Rocky Mountains area hotels are not provided with toothpaste, toothbrush, slippers, comb; Only shower gel, shampoo, conditioner and soap are provided.
    • Most hotel rooms are not equipped with kettles. If you need hot water for drinking, please ask the hotel's front desk for assistance. If no kettle can be provided, please use the coffee machine properly as instructed.
    • There is no "hot (boiling)" drinking water at the attractions, if necessary, please prepare it yourself before departure.
    • Canadian voltage power is 110V, and the electrical socket is a three-pin plug: the upper one is round, and the lower two are flat and parallel.
    • Don't forget to bring your camera and enjoy your journey!
  • Please Note:
    1. Guests are not allowed to use a CITY PASS, NATIONAL PARK PASS and admission ticket purchased by themselves to join the sightseeing attractions included in this tour.
    2. Guests who do use a CITY PASS, NATIONAL PARK PASS or admission ticket purchased by themselves, will not be offered the transportation service for that day, and will possible need to pay a penalty fee. Please consult your tour guide for details.
  • Language: This tour is escorted by a professional bilingual tour guide and/or driver guide (English/Chinese). Tours and/or languages may be combined to operate this tour depending on the number of passengers who have booked a particular departure.
  • The time we mentioned in the itinerary is for reference only. Please refer to your guide on tour for the actual arrangement. The visiting order and duration might be changed according to actual and practical situation for better service.
  • This tour/activity is overseen by a select local operator in the region. Upon booking your tour or activity and after receiving confirmation, you will be issued an e-ticket detailing the local operator's name and contact information. If you require assistance finding a specific tour, please contact us for more information.

Pricing Info

Your reservation is always subject to confirmation by email, normally within one to two business days.

* Price for Single Occupancy applies when one person stays in one standard hotel room.
* Price for Double/Triple/Quadruple Occupancy applies when two/three/four people stay in one standard hotel room respectively.
* Triple/Quadruple price does not guarantee a third/fourth bed in the room. Please check the availability at the time of check-in.
* Double rooms are not guaranteed to be two beds type, please understand.
* Price for a child applies when a 0 to 12-year-old child stays in one standard room as a third or fourth person.
* Maximum room capacity: 4 people including adult and child/infant.
* There will be hotel surcharges during Petroleum Show and Stampede. The price may vary depending on the departure date.
* The hotel room type is mainly one bed or two beds. If you have a special request, please note in advance. We try our best to coordinate.
* Price is not applicable during Jun28 to Jul 06, please confirm with us again for the final price in this period.

Reservation Info

    1.Immediately after submitting your reservation you will receive a Receipt of Reservation via email.
    2. Within one to two business days of submitting your reservation you will receive a status update email from us. If you need to book an airline ticket, we recommend that you do so after you receive a confirmation of your tour reservation from us.
    3. An E-Ticket will be sent to you via email as soon as details of your reservation are confirmed or your supporting information is received by us. We will provide you with all detailed information about your tour on the E-Ticket. Contact information for local tour provider will be included on E-Ticket for your convenience or re-confirmation purpose if re-confirmation is required.
    4. Simply print your E-Ticket and present it with your valid photo ID on the day of your activity to your tour guide. Please remember E-Ticket is your proof of purchase.

Terms and Conditions

    - Your purchase does not guarantee confirmation. Your purchase will initiate a reservation process. We will confirm with you via email within one to two business days.
    - Prices may vary due to availability. We reserve the right to make price adjustment without prior notice.
    - Please refer to our Standard Amendment, Cancellation and Refund Policy before you make reservation.
    - Please refer to Customer Agreement before you make reservation.
    - Local tour provider reserves the right to make modifications to tour arrangements including order of tour activities, hotel and its location if deemed necessary.

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