3-Day Glacial Tour package, Columbia Icefield, Jasper, LakeLouise
Calgary, Canada
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Product ID: 2712
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Experience the best of the Canadian Rockies on this 3‑day guided tour through Banff, Jasper, and the world‑famous Icefields Parkway. Explore the region’s most iconic natural wonders, from the turquoise waters of Lake Louise to the rugged peaks of Jasper National Park.
The highlight is stepping onto the ancient ice of the Columbia Icefield, one of North America’s largest ice masses, with the option to ride the Snowcoach and visit the Glacier Skywalk. Enjoy two nights of comfortable hotel stays—one in Banff and one in Jasper—making this the perfect adventure for travelers short on time but eager to experience lakes, glaciers, waterfalls, and mountain scenery.
With all logistics handled by expert guides, you’re free to focus on the beauty and excitement of the Rockies.
- Moraine Lake Sightseeing Permit from Jun.01 to Oct.13
- National Park Pass
- Hotel accommodations as listed
- Driver/Guide: Bilingual guide service (Mandarin/English during the tour)
- Gratuities
- Meals & All Personal Expenses such as laundry, phone & travel insurance.
- CAD 5 per person per day fuel surcharge applies from May 1, 2026 due to rising oil prices.
- Optional add-ons: Meal Package, Columbia Icefield adventure, Maligne Lake Cruise
Meeting point
Elk + Avenue Hotel, 333 Banff Ave, Banff, AB T1L 1B1, Canada
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
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Your adventure begins with a warm welcome from our expert guide, who will pick you up at designated locations in Calgary or Banff before starting the scenic journey toward Jasper. With extensive local knowledge and a friendly, attentive approach, your guide ensures you’re comfortable, informed, and excited from the very first moment as you travel through the breathtaking landscapes of the Canadian Rockies.
Duration: 10 minutes
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Crowfoot Glacier
Located on the northeast side of Crowfoot Mountain, overlooking Bow Lake, the Crowfoot Glacier is a stunning natural marvel. Named for its shape resembling a three-toed crowfoot, this glacier is ever-changing, so be sure to snap plenty of photos before it transforms on your next visit!
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Peyto Lake
Peyto Lake is a must-see in the Canadian Rockies, famous for its vibrant turquoise waters and unique wolf-shaped appearance. Visitors come for the iconic viewpoint, offering one of the most stunning views in Banff National Park. Whether for photography, hiking, or simply soaking in the beauty, Peyto Lake offers an unforgettable experience in a truly magical setting.
Duration: 30 minutes
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Lunch stop : Arrive at The Crossing Resort for lunch (at your own expense). Guests may choose an optional self-serve buffet before continuing deeper into the mountains.
Duration: 45 minutes
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Columbia Icefield Discovery Centre
Reach the Columbia Icefield, where optional experiences bring you face-to-face with one of North America’s largest icefields. Board the Snowcoach Ice Explorer (Optional Add-on Activity) to drive directly onto the ancient Athabasca Glacier, standing atop ice formed over millions of years. You may also choose to experience the Columbia Icefield Skywalk (Optional Add-on Activity)—a glass-floored platform suspended 280 metres above the Sunwapta Valley, offering a breathtaking perspective straight down into the glacier-carved landscape. Columbia Icefield Snowcoach & Skywalk (Optional Add-on Activity): Operate from May 1 to October 12
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
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Athabasca Falls is a powerful, glacier-fed waterfall in Jasper National Park, where the Athabasca River surges through a dramatic rocky gorge. Easily accessible and unforgettable, it’s one of the most iconic scenic stops along the Icefields Parkway.Athabasca Falls is a powerful, glacier-fed waterfall in Jasper National Park, where the Athabasca River surges through a dramatic rocky gorge. Easily accessible and unforgettable, it’s one of the most iconic scenic stops along the Icefields Parkway.
Duration: 30 minutes
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As the day's adventure wraps up, our team will comfortably return you to your accommodation in Jasper Town, allowing you to relax and reflect on the unforgettable experiences of the day.
Duration: 10 minutes
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Jasper National Park
Get ready for another exciting day filled with unforgettable views and experiences! Our team will meet you at your hotel lobby, ready to kick off another incredible adventure in the heart of the Rockies.
Duration: 15 minutes
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Medicine Lake
Medicine Lake, located 20 km southeast of Jasper, is a fascinating natural wonder known as "the lake that disappears." This 7 km long lake, formed by the Maligne River, mysteriously loses water as it flows. The water pools in the lake over the largest inaccessible limestone cave system before eventually merging with the Athabasca River. It's a unique sight you won't want to miss!
Duration: 15 minutes
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Maligne Lake
Continue to Maligne Lake, the world’s second-largest glacier-fed lake. Guests may choose to join the (Optional Add-on cost for Maligne Lake Cruise - seasonal, approx. 90 minutes), sailing across the 22-kilometre-long lake toward the iconic Spirit Island—often described as one of the most photographed locations in the Canadian Rockies. Following the cruise, enjoy (Optional Add-on lunch at Maligne Lake approx. 45 minutes), with time to relax, explore the shoreline, and capture photos of the surrounding peaks reflected in the turquoise water. NOTE : Luch Stop Seasonal & Alternative Arrangements Maligne Lake Cruise (optional, ~90 minutes): Operates approximately May 29 to October 11, subject to weather and lake conditions When the cruise is unavailable: The itinerary will be replaced with a visit to Pyramid Lake (45 minutes) and Patricia Lake (15 minutes)
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
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Maligne Canyon
Visit Maligne Canyon, the longest and deepest canyon in the Canadian Rockies. Walk along carved pathways and bridges above powerful glacial waters that have sculpted dramatic limestone walls over thousands of years. If Maligne Canyon is inaccessible due to wildfire impacts or other conditions, this visit will be replaced with Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge and a walk along Beauvert Lake (total approx. 30 minutes).
Duration: 30 minutes
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Continue south along the legendary Icefields Parkway, consistently ranked among the most scenic drives in the world, with sweeping views of glaciers, alpine valleys, and rugged peaks. Stop briefly at The Crossing for a short rest break to stretch, use facilities, and enjoy mountain views.
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Bow Lake
Arrive at Bow Lake for a 20-minute photo stop. This glacier-fed lake is celebrated for its wide-open vistas and striking blue waters, making it a favourite photography stop along the parkway.
Duration: 20 minutes
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Banff Avenue
Evening Continue to Banff and check into your hotel for an overnight stay, surrounded by the alpine beauty of Banff National Park.
Duration: 10 minutes
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Banff Avenue
Get ready for another exciting day filled with unforgettable views and experiences! Our team will meet you at your hotel lobby, ready to kick off another incredible adventure in the heart of the Rockies.
Duration: 15 minutes
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Lake Louise
At the breathtaking Lake Louise, you'll have plenty of time to soak in the beauty of this iconic Canadian gem. Whether you choose to take a leisurely stroll along the shoreline, capture stunning photos of the turquoise waters, or simply relax and admire the majestic mountain backdrop, this is your moment to fully enjoy the serenity of nature.
Duration: 1 hour 15 minutes
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Moraine Lake
Enjoy free time at the stunning Moraine Lake, where you can choose your own adventure. Climb the small Rockpile for a breathtaking panoramic view of the turquoise waters and surrounding Valley of the Ten Peaks, or take a leisurely stroll along the shoreline, immersing yourself in the tranquil beauty of this natural wonder. （Open from June 01 to October 13. )
Duration: 1 hour
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Lake Minnewanka
Moraine Lake will be replaced by Lake Minnewaska and Two Jack Lake from October 15 to the coming May 31.
Duration: 30 minutes
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Two Jack Lake
Moraine Lake will be replaced by Lake Minnewaska and Two Jack Lake from October 15 to the coming May 31.
Duration: 15 minutes
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Lunch Stop at Lake Louise Village Grill & Bar. Your choice of Asian or Western Set Lunch with additional charges.
Duration: 45 minutes
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Yoho National Park
Yoho National Park joins British Columbia and Alberta, and takes the beauty, magnificence, and sheer grief of the country. Yoho’s name originates from the Cree expression of amazement or awe, perfectly depicting the park’s fascinating landscape of majestic mountains and ice fields. Yoho National Park is famous for its Burgess Shale archaeological site. This archaeological site has exceptionally preserved fossils that are 508 million years old!
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Emerald Lake
Emerald Lake, with its charming wooden bridge and serene turquoise waters, is a picture-perfect destination waiting to be captured. Surrounded by lush forests and towering peaks, this hidden gem offers a peaceful escape into nature.
Duration: 20 minutes
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Natural Bridge
Stop at the Natural Bridge along the way and admire the Kicking Horse River as it carves a path through ancient rock. You can view the incredible natural formation from different perspectives at vantage points with interpretive displays that tell you about interesting facts about Natural Bridge. This beautiful scenery is enhanced with the scenic mountains and lush forests in the background.
Duration: 15 minutes
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As the day’s adventure draws to a close, we say goodbye to the stunning landscapes of the Canadian Rockies, with your heart full of unforgettable memories and your mind filled with the beauty you’ve experienced. Please choose among the 4 drop off points: 1.Elk + Avenue Hotel : Banff Town 2.Calgary International Airport Departure Terminal (Please ensure that your flight departs YYC after 9:30 pm for Cannada domestic, 22:30pm for international flights) 3.Downtown Calgary Bus station in front of Harry Hays Building (across the street from the Delta Calgary Downtown hotel), on 4th Ave SE, Calgary 4.Best Western Premier Calgary Plaza Hotel NE, Calgary
Duration: 10 minutes
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Depending on arrival date, travelers’ itinerary sequences may difference from the product description.
- Any of the Optional add-on Activities, Excursion, Tours, and meals must be booked at least 10 days prior to tour start. All add-on items are subject the availability.
- This is a combined bus tour. Besides the regular Pickup and drop-off locations, additional points may be added to the tour.
- If for any reason you need to leave our group during the trip, you must fill out a “Letter of Liability Release”, no exceptions.
- 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.
- If you have a connecting international flight after the tour, please ensure that your flight departs after 10:30 pm.（**Please understand that depending on schedule, traffic and weather conditions, your arrival time in Calgary may be adjusted **）
- 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.
- Westar will not be responsible for the performance of this Agreement if prevented or delayed by acts of God, strikes or other labour relations matters, accidents, weather, traffic, airport conditions, lack of performance by third-party suppliers, or other causes beyond Westar’s reasonable control from meeting its terms. Nor will Westar be responsible for any loss or damage relating to trip cancellations or any other cancellations.
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
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