Icefields Parkway Experience

4.8 (18 reviews) 10 hours Free cancellation

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18 reviews

4.8

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About this activity

Explore the Icefields Parkway on this unforgettable adventure. Our expert tour guides will kickstart your day with a stress-free pick-up. You'll travel in style and comfort in our spacious vans, as we navigate the breathtaking Icefields Parkway – known for one of the most scenic drives in the world. Our expert guides curate a dynamic itinerary, visiting up to 7 incredible locations along the way! Explore mountain vistas, majestic glaciers, amazing waterfalls, and captivating lake views.

Guaranteed stops include the iconic Bow Lake, Peyto Lake, and Athabasca Glacier, while additional surprises are chosen by your guide to craft the perfect Icefields Parkway experience. Spend the day exploring alongside newfound friends and uncover the magic of the Canadian Rocky Mountains. Don't miss out on this extraordinary journey, join us for an day of unforgettable memories!

*Note that this tour does not include, nor have time for the Pursuit Ice Explorer or Skywalk activities.

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At a glance

Duration: 10 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 13 people
People per booking: 1–13
Guide: English
Operated by: Explore Banff Tours & Transfers

Ages: Infants (0–5 years) · Children (6–17 years) · Adults (18–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: GST (Goods and Services Tax)
Included: Snacks
Included: In-vehicle air conditioning: Air-conditioned vehicle
Included: National Park entry fees

Not included

Not included: Gratuities
Not included: Lunch
Not included: Ice Explorer and Skywalk activities - please enquire to add this to your exclusive private tour

Itinerary

Icefields Parkway

7 hours

Your experience will include 7+ different sights to explore, showcasing spectacular lake views, waterfalls, mountains vistas and glaciers.
Bow Lake

20 min

Take in the views of Bow Lake, Crowfoot & Bow Glaciers and a waterfall too.
Peyto Lake

20 min

A short walk from the vehicle to a breathtaking viewpoint situated high above Peyto Lake. This one will leave you speechless.
Athabasca Glacier

45 min

See the beauty of this incredible glacier splitting Banff & Jasper National Parks. Enjoy a short walk to an amazing viewpoint. NOTE: Ice Explorer & Skywalk Experiences not available on this day trip.

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

Grande Rockies Resort - Bellstar Hotels & Resorts
The Malcolm Hotel
Paradise Lodge & Bungalows
Royal Canadian Lodge
Canmore Rocky Mountain Inn
Peaks Hotel and Suites
Northwinds Hotel Canmore
Rundle Chalets
Canalta Lodge Banff
Blackstone Mountain Lodge

and 4 more pickup points

Canmore pick-ups from 8:00am, Banff pick-ups from 8:30am, Lake Louise pick-ups from 9:30am

1. Please be ready and waiting outside the main entrance 10 minutes before your scheduled pickup time.

2. Your tour vehicle will have an Explore Banff logo on the sides and rear.

3. Access to the hotel and parking onsite is restricted to guests only.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.