Banff & Jasper: Ultimate Canadian Rockies Experience
- 11–12 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- 2 languages
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
Explore Banff and Jasper year-round from Calgary. Visit lakes, waterfalls, glaciers and viewpoints, with stops adjusted for weather and seasonal access. Snacks and drinks included. Discover the Canadian Rockies on a full-day, year-round adventure from Calgary, with an itinerary adapted to each season. From May to late September, possible stops include Athabasca Glacier viewpoint, Sunwapta Falls, Tangle Creek Falls, Waterfowl Lakes, Bow Lake, and Peyto Lake. In winter and early spring, inaccessible locations may be replaced with Abraham Lake, Lake Louise, Bow Falls, Banff Town, or other scenic stops. Ice bubbles are a natural phenomenon and cannot be guaranteed. Enjoy complimentary snacks and drinks while watching for local wildlife. The route and order of stops may change due to weather, road conditions, seasonal closures, daylight, or safety concerns. When necessary, the guide will select the best available alternatives.
Inclusions
What's included
- Ice Cleats for winter time
- Admission fee
- Bottled water, coffe, lemonade and tea.
- Guided Tour
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Snacks
- Parking Fees
What's not
- Breakfast
- Dinner
Itinerary
Bow Lake is a serene alpine lake along the Icefields Parkway, known for its crystal-clear turquoise water and dramatic mountain backdrop. Fed by glaciers from the Wapta Icefield, the lake reflects surrounding peaks like a mirror on calm summer days. It’s a peaceful stop perfect for photos, short walks along the shore, and taking in the raw beauty of the Canadian Rockies.
Sightseeing: View the glacier from designated roadside viewpoints and nearby trails. Short Hike: Walk the Toe of the Glacier Trail to get close to the glacier’s edge (about 1 km round trip). Photography: Capture stunning views of the glacier, surrounding peaks, and moraine landscape. Interpretive Signs: Learn about the glacier’s history and retreat through informative signs along the trail. Rest of the time will be allocated for transportation between spots.
Discover the power and beauty of Sunwapta Falls, where glacier-fed waters plunge through a dramatic canyon just off the Icefields Parkway. A short, easy walk brings you to breathtaking viewpoints, with the thunder of the falls all around. Explore forested trails to the peaceful lower falls and enjoy a perfect spot for nature photography and a scenic picnic. A must-stop for anyone exploring the Canadian Rockies!
Tangle Creek Falls in summer is a refreshing alpine waterfall fed by snowmelt, flowing powerfully down rocky cliffs surrounded by lush mountain scenery. It’s an easy roadside stop, perfect for quick photos, a short walk, and enjoying the cool mist on a warm day.
Peyto Lake is one of the most iconic lakes in the Canadian Rockies, famous for its unreal turquoise color and unique wolf-shaped form. From the scenic viewpoint, the lake opens up like a natural masterpiece, surrounded by glaciers, rugged peaks, and endless alpine wilderness. In summer, the vibrant color created by glacial rock flour is at its brightest, making Peyto Lake a breathtaking stop and a must-see highlight of any Rockies journey.
Crowfoot Glacier is a striking glacier visible directly from the Icefields Parkway. Once shaped like a crow’s foot, it has slowly retreated over time, offering a powerful reminder of climate change.
Enjoy a stop at the beautiful Waterfowl Lakes, surrounded by rugged mountain peaks and crystal-clear turquoise water. Travelers can take a short walk to scenic viewpoints, admire the peaceful atmosphere, and capture stunning photos of one of the Icefields Parkway’s hidden gems. Perfect for nature lovers and photography enthusiasts.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Reviews
4.7
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Ratings come from 17 reviews collected by our booking partner. They are travellers' own words, in the order they were written — never reordered to flatter the experience.
Know before you go
- Pickup
- Pickup is included for everyone.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Group size
- Up to 14 travellers
- Operated by
- Top Choice Tours
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
How it compares in Calgary
- Its from-price is 15% above the median of the 268 day trips we list in Calgary.
- Its length is typical for the group.
- By number of reviews it ranks 73 of 268.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Calgary
Calgary is the Alberta city where the prairies meet the Rocky Mountain foothills, a place of rodeo traditions, river pathways and big-sky sunshine.
Calgary sits on the Bow and Elbow rivers, with the snowy Rockies visible to the west on clear days. The Calgary Tower, from 1968, is the older landmark of a skyline now crowded with glass towers, and Fort Calgary marks the Mounted Police post that started the town in 1875. Prince's Island Park and the curving Peace Bridge are favourite spots along the river, and Heritage Park recreates an early prairie settlement.
Top-ranked sights in Calgary: Calgary Tower, Wonderland Sculpture, Calgary Stampede.
Special offers in Calgary
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