Discover some of the most spectacular scenery on this four-day tour including [Columbia Icefields] and [Jasper National Park]. Cruise on [Maligne Lake]. Experience [Athabasca Glacier], the world’s largest glacial system outside the polar regions. To maximize your enjoyment on this trip, you will be captivated by the natural wonders such as melt-water cascading over cliffs into thunderous cascades; shafts of sunlight piercing through valleys like a cathedral.
Day 1: Arrive Calgary
Calgary
Calgary is a city in the Canadian province of Alberta. It is situated at the confluence of the Bow River and the Elbow River in the south of the province, in an area of foothills and prairie, about 80 km (50 mi) east of the front ranges of the Canadian Rockies. The city anchors the south end of the Statistics Canada-defined urban area, the Calgary–Edmonton Corridor.
The city had a population of 1,285,711 in 2019, making it Alberta's largest city and Canada's third-largest municipality. Also in 2016, Calgary had a metropolitan population of 1,392,609, making it the fourth-largest census metropolitan area (CMA) in Canada.
Welcome to Calgary! Enjoy the dazzling mountain peaks, lush alpine meadows, blue-green lakes, dense forests and abundant wild animals. Immerse yourself into the nature, and enjoy local delicacies. Your choices of [Guided/ Self-Guided City Tour] if you arrived Calgary before 12:00PM.
The itinerary provides airport pickup service. Please provide flight information at least 3 days in advance:
1) Complimentary airport pickup service at Calgary International Airport (YYC) is available at 10:00/12:00/14:00/16:00/18:00/20:00/22:00. Upon arrival, please proceed to the 【Westar Service Counter】located at Gate 5 on the Arrivals Level to confirm your pick-up information.
2) Hotel shuttle service is available for flights arriving between 6:00-9:00 AM and 22:00-23:00 PM. This complimentary service departs once every hour. If you are unable to take the designated shuttle, the travel agency will coordinate the next available shuttle for you according to the hotel shuttle availability.
3) Private car airport pick-up service is available on a Pre-paid basis: for flights arriving between 7:00-23:00. The first two passengers will be charged $90 CAD plus tax, and each additional passenger will be charged $20 CAD plus tax. Please be aware that there is a maximum of four people per order.
** Please be sure to provide accurate flight information. Any inaccurate information provided resulting in errors for the pick-up service; the travel agency reserves the right to provide second transfer services with an additional charge (according to the paid private car airport pick-up service fee) or coordinate the next available pickup according to the availability.
Your choices of full day/half day [Guided/ Self-Guided City Tour] (Additional Fees):
[ City Walk - Full day Calgary Tour] Back to the Time at Heritage Park+Explore "Calgary CBD" + check out trendy locations (Start at 9am, includes guide and transfer, 8hr)
[ City Self-Explore - Route A] Explore "Calgary CBD" + check out trendy locations + The Core shopping(5hr) mall (Excluded) (start at 1:30pm) :
providing a shuttle service from the designated hotel to downtown Calgary. Walking is a great way to explore a city. Visit Chinatown and famous landmarks like the Central Library, Bell Studio, the National Music Center (at your own expense), and the Calgary Tower (at your own expense). You can climb to the top of the tower and look down on the beautiful city from a 191-meter-high glass observation deck. Explore Peace Bridge, Prince's Island Park, River Cafe, or go shopping at famous stores like The Core and Holt Renfrew on Stephen Avenue.
[ City Self-Explore-Route C] Shopping! Shopping! Shopping! @ CrossIron Mills Outlet （5hr） (Excluded) (start at 1:30pm) :
This is a 5-hour round-trip transportation to Alberta's largest one-stop shopping center with approximately 4 hours of free time. You can learn about the history and culture of Alberta while shopping. Cross Iron Mills, an outlet mall, is a good option.
[ City Self-Explore - Route D] Shopping @ Chinook Centre (5hr) (Excluded) (start at 1:30pm) :
Round-trip transportation only, a total of 5 hours of travel with about 4 hours of free time. "First-class shopping, dining, and entertainment experience" is what Chinook Shopping Center is dedicated to creating for customers.
Day 2: Banff-Bow Lake-Peyto Lake-Columbia Icefield-Athabasca Falls
Columbia Icefield
The Columbia Icefield is the largest ice field in the Rocky Mountains. Located in the Canadian Rockies astride the Continental Divide along the border of British Columbia and Alberta, Canada, the ice field lies partly in the northwestern tip of Banff National Park and partly in the southern end of Jasper National Park.
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Crowfoot Glacier
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. (If the attraction is under maintenance or other force majeure, we will go to Waterfowl Lake 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], and a glass-bottomed [Skywalk] for thrill-seekers. Finally, we will head to the [Athabasca Falls] the most powerful waterfalls in Jasper National Park.
Itinerary:
Banff-Crowfoot Glacier (Pass by)-Bow Lake (30 min)-Peyto Lake (20 min)-Lunch Stop (Optional Western Lunch Box with additional fees)(60 min)-Columbia Icefield [Snowcoach & Skywalk] (Additional fees) (150 min)-Athabasca Falls (30 min)
Day 3: Jasper National Park-Maligne Lake-Maligne Canyon
Medicine Lake
Medicine Lake, also known as “the lake that disappears” is located 20 km southeast of the town of Jasper. Medicine lake is a 7 km long narrow lake that is formed by the Maligne River. Interesting enough, the lake loses water as it flows. Why is that you may ask? When the water is on its way to merge with the Athabasca river, it reaches the medicine lake area, and pools up to form the Lake over the largest inaccessible limestone cave system.
Maligne Lake
22km long, the majestic Maligne Lake is the second-largest natural lake in the Canadian Rockies. While its azure-blue waters can be cold for swimming, there are plenty of other activities to do in the Maligne Valley including hiking Bald and Opal Hills, biking, fishing, canoeing, kayaking and boat tours to Spirit Island. If you are feeling exceptionally adventurous, the 44km Skyline Trail begins at Maligne Lake and finishes near the town of Jasper. Make sure to bring your camera, it's one of the most photogenic places in Jasper National Park!
Maligne Canyon
玛琳峡谷（Maligne Canyon）位于艾伯塔省的贾斯珀国家公园中，据说已有一万多年的历史，高约50英尺，长约2公里。该峡谷坐落于深邃的河流河谷中，由河流侵蚀石灰岩而成，周围被侵蚀的悬崖包围，为加拿大最壮丽、最狭长的峡谷之一，因峡谷探险而知名。附近有飞流而下的瀑布、潺潺的小溪流水、美丽的鸟巢和多种多样的动植物，是休闲娱乐的好去处，它的安逸、清雅和宁静成为旅游者探险的最佳选择。
Check out from Jasper hotel, pass by [Medicine Lake], this mysterious lake is full of Indian legends and mystery. Shortly after, we will arrive at the world-famous [Maligne Lake] (Seasonal/*Alternative attraction: Pyramid Lake, Patricia Lake *) and take the 8 million Reader Digest subscribers voted the [Maligne Lake Cruise] as the "Best Boat Cruise in Canada" and access to [Spirit Island]. Next, we will have a lunch stop at [Maligne Lake Historical Chalet] (Optional lunch with additional charges, if less than 15pax for lunch booking, it may be replaced with a plate meal or self-choice lunch with soup, sandwich & dessert), then will visit [Maligne Canyon]. It is a great place to go if you want an adrenaline rush and adventure. The canyon contains some of the most impressive geological formations in the world. On the way back, you will relax in peace at the [Saskatchewan River Crossing] This spot is located just south of Icefield Avenue and offers stunning views of the Rocky Mountains, as well as peace & quiet.
Itinerary:
Jasper National Park-Medicine Lake (pass by)-Maligne Lake [Maligne Lake Cruise] (Additional fees) (90 min) - Lunch Stop (Optional Maligne Lake Historical Chalet lunch] (Additional Fees) (60min)-Maligne Canyon (30min)-The Crossing (15 min)
Day 4: Banff -Johnston Canyon - Lake Louise - Moraine Lake - Banff Town - Banff/Canmore/Calgary
Lake Louise
Lake Louise is a hamlet in Banff National Park in the Canadian Rockies, known for its turquoise, glacier-fed lake ringed by high peaks and overlooked by a stately chateau. Hiking trails wind up to the Lake Agnes Tea House for bird's-eye views. There's a canoe dock in summer, and a skating rink on the frozen lake in winter. The Lake Louise Ski Resort features a wildlife interpretive center at the top of a gondola.
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Town of Banff
Banff is a town within Banff National Park in Alberta, Canada. It is located in Alberta's Rockies along the Trans-Canada Highway, approximately 126 km (78 mi) west of Calgary and 58 km (36 mi) east of Lake Louise.
In Winter (From Oct 15 to May 31 Next year), we will first stop by [Two Jack Lake] for photo taking then head to [Lake Minnewanka]. During winter, when water freezes and the bacteria feed expels methane gas, you may see the magical phenomena of icy bubbles at Lake Minnewanka. Then go to the famous [Vermilion Lake]. The hot springs at the bottom of the lake and the mist surrounding it reflect the majestic mountains making the lake a well-known photography spot. In Summer (From June 1 to Oct 14), we will visit [Moraine Lake] (As an alternative Attraction for Two Jack Lake, Lake Minnewanka & Vermilion Lake). Set in the rugged Valley of the [Ten Peaks], amazing colors create a unique appearance used on the Canadian dollar bill.
[Johnston Canyon] Banff National Park's most popular hiking destination. In Winter, we take you into the spectacular frozen waterfalls. See the impressive lower falls and walk through a tunnel to get even closer to the falls. Enjoy Ice Walk (Free borrow of Rivet crampons) in the amazing Johnston Canyon. In Summer, this popular hiking spot takes you to stunning waterfalls. The trail will take you through open meadows and glacial lakes.
In the afternoon, the itinerary continues with a search for another enchanting wonderland in the Rocky Mountains: [Lake Louise]. Nestled against the [Victoria Glacier], In Winter, every year from January to April (subject to official opening dates), the grand Ice Magic Festival takes place here. Artists and ice enthusiasts from around the world gather to create a beautiful fairytale world through magnificent ice sculptures. Situated by the lakeshore, [the Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise] resembles a scene from a painting, with snow-capped mountains and the icy lake reflecting each other. You will have the opportunity to enjoy the fun activity of snowshoeing (complimentary use snowshoe). This activity is weather-dependent and depends on the condition of the frozen lake. Walk on the soft, fluffy snow and experience the magic of ice and snow up close. In Summer, [Lake Louise], one of the most visited destinations in the Canadian Rockies; is known for its turquoise, glacier-fed lake ringed by high peaks, overlooked by a stately chateau and backed by [Victoria Glacier] and elevated by [Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise], your choice of a special arranged lunch at [Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise Lunch](additional fee).
After that, we will return to [Banff Town], known as the "soul of the Rockies", stroll around the century-old town full of 19th century architectural features, look for local shops on Banff Avenue and end the day's journey in a leisurely mood.
Please ensure that your flight departs after 9:30 pm. （**Please understand that depending on the situation, your arrival time in Calgary may be adjusted **）
Itinerary:
Winter: Calgary/Canmore/Banff - Two Jack Lake (Photo Stop) - Lake Minnewanka (20min) - Johnston Canyon (75min) - Lake Louise (Optional activity with additional charge/ 120 min) - Vermilion Lake (15min) - Banff Town (60 min) - Banff/Canmore/Calgary
Summer: Calgary/Canmore/Banff - Johnston Canyon (60min) - Lake Louise (120 min/Optional add-on Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise Lunch) - Moraine Lake (45 min) - Banff Town (45 min) - Banff/Canmore/Calgary
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1. Within 14 days of departure, there will be no refunds for changes or cancellations of an entire booking (including but not limited to: activities, meals, tickets, pre-paid items, and accommodations in the itinerary).
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- Increase the number of travelers in the itinerary（Depending on resource availability corresponding to the itinerary dates）
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