5-Day Classic Canadian Rockies Tour From Calgary: Banff, Columbia Icefield, Yoho and Waterton National Park

Product Code: 281469

OVERVIEW

Highlights

    • Provide In-depth experience at a leisurely pace
    • Explore peace Waterton Lakes National Parks, a UNESCO World Heritage site and a biosphere reserve
    • Stay at Banff town centre, easy access for shopping & restaurants
    • Stop at Lake Louise for 2 hours
    • Explore Banff, the rugged slice of Alberta
    • Special arrangement to Johnston Canyon walk
    • Discover Icefield Parkway - Lakes/Glaciers/Valleys
    • Complementary Airport pick-up services & Assist in hotel check-in
     
Tour Code
281469
Duration
5 day
Departure City
Calgary
End City
Calgary
Language
Chinese, English

IS THIS TOUR FOR ME?

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

Quality: Budget Friendly

Experience the most affordable tour service and accommodation with fast-paced itineraries. Enjoy budget hotels, certified guides, and included transportation. Please note that a mandatory service fee and additional costs for optional activities may apply.

Itinerary

Day 01
Calgary

Home - Calgary

Hotel: Coast Calgary Downtown Hotel & Suites by APA / Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Calgary Downtown or similar

Meal: Breakfast: excluded Lunch: excluded Dinner: excluded

Welcome to Calgary, also known as “Cowtown”. Upon arrival, transfer to hotel. 

The rest of the day is at your leisure. You can take one of the following options tours (Arrival time must be before 12:00 noon):

【Optional Tour - Calgary City Tour (3 hours)】$$

A guided tour takes you to explore the city; from the historic site to the newest modern building. (Includes guide service, transportation, and admission)

Optional Tour -Heritage Park with Transportation/Admission (3.5 hours)】$$

Explore Canada's second largest living history museum in Calgary. See and feel the past as it comes to life in front of your eyes.

Optional Tour -Cross iron Mill Outlet Shopping Tour (5 hours)】$$

Discover the biggest one-level shopping centre in Alberta.

Optional Tour -The Calgary Zoo with Public Transportation Ticket/Admission】$$

The Calgary Zoo takes you to see almost 900 animals from around the world, including popular gorilla, hippos, grizzly bear, penguins, endangered red pandas and amur tigers, and etc for you to explore.

Meal

  • Breakfast: excluded
  • Lunch: excluded
  • Dinner: excluded
Day 02
Calgary

Banff Sulphur Mt Gondola - Johnston Canyon - Bow Falls - Surprise Corner - Hoodoos - BanffTown

Hotel: Banff Aspen Lodge / Or pay extra to stay at featured hotels - Banff Mount Royal or Elk + Avenue Hotel or similar

Meal: Breakfast: included (Compulsory Selection) Lunch: excluded(Group Meal Option Available) Dinner: excluded

Today you will visit the Banff National Park, Canada's first national park.

【Banff Sulphur Mt Gondola (Optional)】$$

Enjoy a 360º view of Banff. (stop for about 90 minutes)

【Johnston Canyon】

Known for its walking trail throughout the year. (stop for about 60 minutes)

【Bow Falls】

Location of the film "The River of no return" in 1960's. (stop for about 15 minutes)

【Surprise Corner】

Good view for the Castle in the Rockies. (stop for about 15 minutes)

【Hoodoos】

Hoodoos are composed sedimentary rock covered by harder rock that is harder to erode. Once softer sediment erodes rock needle, only tower like natural obstacles are left. (stop for about 15 minutes)

【Banff Town】

The biggest town of National towns, many shops and restaurants waiting for your discovery. (stop for about 90 minutes)

Visiting Attractions

  • Bow Falls Bow Falls
  • Johnston Canyon Johnston Canyon
  • Banff Gondola Banff Gondola
  • Surprise Corner Surprise Corner
  • Banff Town Banff Town
  • Banff National Park Banff National Park

Meal

  • Breakfast: included (Compulsory Selection)
  • Lunch: excluded(Group Meal Option Available)
  • Dinner: excluded
Day 03
Canadian Rockies

Bow Lake - Columbia lcefield - Peyto Lake - Crowfoot Glacier

Hotel: Banff Aspen Lodge / Upgrade to Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise / Pay extra to stay at featured hotels - Banff Mount Royal or Elk + Avenue Hotel or similar

Meal: Breakfast: included (Compulsory Selection) Lunch: excluded(Group Meal Option Available) Dinner: excluded

We will go deeper into Rockies today; visit Jasper National Park, the biggest National Park in Canada.

【Icefield Parkway

One of Canada's national treasures and most rewarding destinations. Stretching 232km (144mi) through the heart of Canadian Rocky Mountain Parks World Heritage Site, this world-class journey offers access to a vast wilderness of pristine mountain lakes, ancient glaciers and broad sweeping valleys. (pass through)

Bow Lake

It is the headwaters of the Bow River that runs south through the city Calgary and onto the Oldman River ultimately to Hudson Bay. (stop for about 20 minutes)

Columbia Icefield - Snocoach (Optional $$)

Visit the Canadian Rockies and tour over the Athabasca Glacier in a giant Ice Explorer (Snocoach); a once in a lifetime experience. (stop for about 2.5 hours)

Peyto Lake

It's milky blue color is unique and will change with the seasons and time of day. (stop for about 20 minutes) / (It will be replaced by Waterfowl Lake if it is closed)

Crowfoot Glacier】

Named after its shape when was discovered. A must-see stop with the climate change nowadays. The "Third Toe" was melted and barely visible. (stop for about 15 minutes)


Visiting Attractions

  • Columbia Icefield Columbia Icefield
  • Peyto Lake Peyto Lake
  • Bow Lake Bow Lake
  • Icefields Parkway Icefields Parkway
  • Columbia Ice Explorer Columbia Ice Explorer
  • Jasper National Park Jasper National Park

Meal

  • Breakfast: included (Compulsory Selection)
  • Lunch: excluded(Group Meal Option Available)
  • Dinner: excluded
Day 04
Calgary

Lake louise - Moraine lake - Yoho - Spiral tunnel - Emerald lake - Natural bridge

Hotel: Coast Calgary Downtown Hotel & Suites by APA / Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Calgary Downtown or similar

Meal: Breakfast: included (Compulsory Selection) Lunch: exlucded (Optional Group Meal Available - Deluxe Lunch at Chateau Lake Louise) Dinner: excluded

Start your journey to Famous Canadian Rockies from Calgary and you will visit the Lake Louise and Yoho National Park.

【Lake Louise】

This beautiful lake is named after Princess Louise Caroline Alberta. Famous photo-taking location. (stop for about 2 hours)

【Moraine Lake/Ten Peaks Valley】

Its waters are the most amazing color, a vivid shade of turquoise that changes in intensity through the summer as the glacier melt. Set in the rugged Valley of the Ten Peaks, Moraine Lake is surrounded by mountains, waterfalls, and rock piles, creating a scene so stunning it almost seems unreal. (stop for about 60 minutes)

* Moraine Lake open from (Late May or early June to early Oct). If closed, it will be replaced by the Vermillion Lake

【YOHO National Park】

Named for a Cree expression of awe and wonder, Yoho lies on the Western slopes of the Canadian Rocky Mountains.

【Spiral Tunnel】

It is one of the most bizarre feats of engineering to get the grade of a train line to be at or below 2.2%. The current two spiral tunnels where the railroad forms two spirals, crossing beneath itself twice, almost forming a figure eight, before continuing in the proper direction down the mountain were completed in 1909. (pass through)

【Emerald Lake】

Name comes from her green water color. (stop for about 20 minutes)

【Natural Bridge】

Sculpted by the erosive forces of rushing water over what had once been a waterfall, the Natural Bridge is a powerful reminder of how much influence water has in shaping the landscape. (stop for about 15 minutes)


Visiting Attractions

  • Lake Louise Lake Louise
  • Upper Spiral Tunnel Upper Spiral Tunnel
  • Emerald Lake Emerald Lake
  • Natural Bridge, Canada Natural Bridge, Canada
  • Moraine Lake Moraine Lake

Meal

  • Breakfast: included (Compulsory Selection)
  • Lunch: exlucded (Optional Group Meal Available - Deluxe Lunch at Chateau Lake Louise)
  • Dinner: excluded
Day 05
Calgary

Waterton national park - Prince wales hotel - Waterton town - Cameron falls - Redrock canyon

Meal: Breakfast: included (Compulsory Selection) Lunch: excluded Dinner: excluded

Today, we will visit the Waterton National Park, the only park in the world that has three designations - UNESCO World Heritage Site, an International Peace Park and a Biosphere Reserve!

【Prince Wales Hotel】

A true historic Canadian icon. Named after Prince of Wales, it is the park’s most recognized landmark. (stop for about 30 minutes)

【Waterton Town】

Explore this tiny, vibrant town site. (stop for about 60 minutes)

【Cameron Falls】

A highlight of a Waterton visit. Crystal clear cascading mountain water rushes steadily over 1.5 billion-year-old Cambrian rock, throwing off a delicate mist that dusts the skin of those who stand-around admiring it. (stop for about 15 minutes)

【Red Rock Canyon】

The layers of red and green coloured minerals offer a brilliant contrast to each other and the lush surroundings. (stop for about 30 minutes)

【Buffalo Paddock】

In the specially designated protected area you will have the opportunity to observe the largest mammals of the American prairie from a distance. (Duration approx. 15 min.)

* If Buffalo Paddock Not Open, will go Okotoks Big Rock Instead

Okotoks Big Rock】

Big Rock lies about 8 km west of the town of Okotoks, Alberta, Canada, formed by dislodged rocks that travelled on top of a glacier thousands of years ago. (stop for about 15 minutes)


Tips:
* Above itinerary is based on Thursday arrival.
* Schedule order may change due to different departure date.

* Return to Calgary Airport after tour.
* Please book flight departure after 21:30PM or book Extended Stay
* Sightseeing points and stop time are weather dependent.

Visiting Attractions

  • Waterton Lakes National Park Waterton Lakes National Park

Meal

  • Breakfast: included (Compulsory Selection)
  • Lunch: excluded
  • Dinner: 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 CrossIron Mill Outlet (with transfer) CAD$75.00/person Min 4 Pax, subject to availability. Outlets opens from 2:30 pm to 6:00 pm. Advance booking is required. Excludes service fees: CAD$5/person. Prices are subject to change without notice.
D1 Hertige Park (with ticket or transfer) CAD$79.00/adult; CAD$68.00/kids (3-15) Min 4 Pax, subject to availability. Park opens from 1:30 pm to 4:40 pm, 5/20-9/2. Excludes service fees: CAD$5/person.
D1 Calgary City Tour CAD$110.00/Person Min 4 Pax Advance booking is required. Excludes service fees: CAD$5/person. Prices are subject to change without notice. New Central Library/City Hall/Olympic Plaza /Stephen Avenue/Calgary Tower /Peace Bridge/Skyline of Calgary.
D1 Calgary Zoo CAD$52.00/adult; CAD$38.00/kids (3-15) Excludes service fees: CAD$5/person.
D2 Photography/Wildlife Tour (with transfer) CAD$91.00/person (Service fees CAD$5/person is excluded) The optional tour requires minimum 4 Pax to operate, subject to Pax number and availability(Available from 05/01/2025 to 9/12/2025).
D3 Banff Gondola+Ice Explorer CAD$175.00/Adult; CAD$116.00/Child(6-15) Must 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.

Pick-up Details / Transfers

【Pick-up】
1)Pick up time (10am to 10pm every 2 hours, pre-booking required), Please add your pick-up time when providing your flight details.
- From 10:00 to 22:00, airport pickups will be made every two hours on the dot. We regret that waiting time cannot be extended.
- In case of flight delays or cancellations, please contact us as soon as possible to arrange the next available shuttle with vacant seats.
2) Please meet our guide at Arrival Hall (1st Floor) Exit 7 near the Information Centre of Calgary International Airport. 
- If you miss the scheduled pick-up time, you must inform us in advance, and we will reschedule the pick-up time as close as possible. If you can't make it to the last pick-up time, you need to take the shuttle to the hotel by yourself.
- If you do not need the pick-up service, please inform us at least 7 days prior to the departure date, otherwise you need to take the shuttle to the hotel by yourself.
-  Please provide the correct flight information. Additional charge will be applied If an extra pick up is required due to the incorrect information.
- For customer who book the extended stay at Calgary Airport Area, if no flight information was provided, guests might have to book the shuttle with hotel front desk when checking in (*Subject to availability)
【Drop-off】
Please book a flight departing Calgary after 21:30 or extend your overnight stay.
 

WHAT'S INCLUDED

Package Includes

    • Ground transportation
    • 4-Night Hotel Accommodations
    • Professional bilingual tour guide
    • Goods and service tax 5%

Package Excludes

    • Airfares or related transportation between your home and departure locations
    • Admission fee to National Park & Daily breakfast & Service Fee(Mandatory fee) (Mandatory fee. If you choose it in the upgrade, it will be included.)
    • Entrance fees and optional tours (rates vary from season to season; only the price at the ticket booth / box office is final)
    • Service fee on day 1: CAD$5.00/person (The first day is optional day tour, you need to pay the service fee by yourself.)
    • All personal expenses, additional hotel services and meals, unless otherwise stated

Cancellation Policy

Cancellation made within:

  • 0 - 16 Days Prior to Departure Date - Non-refundable
  • 17 - 33 Days Prior to Departure Date - 40% of total purchase amount can be refunded
  • 34 or More Days - 90% of total purchase amount can be refunded
Please Note:
• Change of departure date will be considered as a cancellation.
• Decrease in number of guests, change the optional admissions & group meal purchase, as well as amending extended hotel stay will be considered as cancellation.
• All optional tours are non-refundable. Refund will be done only due to weather and force majeure event happens and the optional tours could not be continued.
• Additional fees, including but not limited to associated credit card or wire transfer service charges, will be applied to any cancellation or amendment request.

Special Notes

    • Each person is allowed to check in and carry on only one piece of baggage, any additional baggage will incur an extra fee of CAD 50 per piece.
    • Aside from admission fees, optional tour fees and service fees mentioned above, other fees and taxes should be paid in CAD currency by. If you choose to pay in USD currency, you should pay the price difference caused by the currency exchange rate.
    • Please be ready and show up at meeting location 5-10 minutes prior to the meeting time as the tour will start on time. If you miss the bus, please go to next pick up location to meet the group. Should there be any concerns, please contact us.
    • Upgrade fees do not include breakfast (need to pay extra).
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    • One piece of checked luggage & one piece of carry-on luggage, with applicable size restrictions, are allowed for each person.
    • All room types are based on double occupancy. No extra bed for 3rd & 4th person.
    • Should there be any itinerary details/price discrepancies from our website, the company's invoice will be considered as the final confirmation.
  • Depending on your arrival time, your hotel room may not be available until the afternoon. Most hotels allow check-in between 1:00pm-3:00pm, however some charge a fee for early check-in. Please check at the hotel desk to see if you may store your luggage at the hotel if you wish to explore the city on your own before check-in.
  • 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.
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* 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.
* Triple/Quadruple price does not guarantee a third or fourth bed in the room but it can be requested at the time of check-in.
* Children prices applies when a 0-15 year-old child stays in one standard room as a third or fourth person.
* Maximum room capacity: 4 people including adult and child/infant.

Reservation Info

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    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

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    - 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.
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    - 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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