See the exciting Icefields Parkway on your way to the Columbia Icefield and explore the Athabasca Glacier with Ice Explorer! A dinner stop is made in Banff, where you will marvel at this beautiful town, set amongst the grandeur of the Canadian Rockies! Return to Calgary late in the evening, and reminisce about the days alpine experiences!
From Calgary, you'll travel the Trans Canada Highway across the prairie, through rolling foothills and into the Canadian Rocky Mountains and Banff National Park. Take a morning stroll on the shore of Lake Louise where Mount Victoria and the Victoria Glacier create a stunning backdrop.
Visit Lake Louise, the icon of the Canadian Rockies, before your spectacular journey along the Icefields Parkway. At Lake Louise stroll along its emerald green shores with a picture perfect view of the Victoria Glacier. With photographic stops at Crowfoot Glacier and Peyto Lake, you head towards the impressive view at the Big Hill.
Then embark on one of the most scenic drives in Canada, the Icefield Parkway. Ride on the all-terrain Ice Explorer and delight in the excursion on the Athabascar Glacier. Mid-point during the tour, passengers can step out onto the glacier and stand on the ancient ice.
On your scenic return trip, a stop in Banff provides time to dine and explore this historic mountain town before departing for Calgary at 7:30pm.
This tour is seasonal and only operates from May through to October.
Schedule details
Columbia Icefield Tour from Calgary
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Departure Point:
- Sandman Hotel Downtown (Curbside service) - 6:05am
- Fairmont Palliser Hotel (Curbside service) - 6:10am
- Calgary Marriott Hotel (Centre Street bus loading zone) - 6:10am
Return Details:
Returns to original departure point
Pricing information
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Additional information
Columbia Icefield Tour from Calgary
Inclusions:
- Professional guide
- Ride in the Ice Explorer
- Local taxes
- Transport by air-conditioned coach
Exclusions:
- Gratuities (optional)
- Food and drinks
Additional Information:
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Guests may depart this tour in Lake Louise or Banff if accommodation has been arranged
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