# 3-Day Canada Classic Tour from Calgary: Banff, Jasper, Johnston Canyon and Columbia Icefield Tour in CA — Calgary → Calgary. Listed and booked on Yatra For Fun (yatraforfun.com) — our Kathmandu concierge confirms availability, prices it in NPR, and sends a payment link within 2 business hours. ## Key facts - Type: multiday - Country: CA - Route: Calgary → Calgary - Duration: 3.00 day - Price from: $428.18 - Rating: 4.90 / 5 (4 reviews) - Operator: Tours4Fun Provider 3015 ## Summary • Icefields Parkway Drive: Travel along one of the world's most beautiful scenic highways, featuring Crowfoot Glacier and the vibrant turquoise Bow Lake • Peyto Lake & Columbia Icefield: Visit the uniquely shaped Peyto Lake and explore the Columbia Icefield, including adventures like the Ice Explorer and glass-bottomed Skywalk • Maligne Canyon & Lake Cruise: Experience thrilling views at Maligne Canyon and enjoy the highly-rated Maligne Lake Cruise to Spirit Island, voted "Best Boat Cruise in Canada." • Saskatchewan River Crossing Relaxation: Unwind with stunning Rocky Mountain views at this peaceful spot, perfect for reflection and tranquility ## Itinerary ### Day 1: Calgary - Banff Gondola - Bow Falls - Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel - Johnston Canyon - Banff Calgary-Banff Gondola (Additional fees) (90 min) -Hoodoos (15 min) -Bow Falls (15 min) -Surprise Corner (15 min) -Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel & Lunch stop [French Brasserie] (Optional with additional fees) (90 min) -Johnston Canyon (60 min) Visit Banff National Park to marvel at the beauty and grandeur of the granite peaks. It is hard to miss this natural wonder. Enjoy a ride to the Sulphur Mountain Summit on [Banff Gondola] . Next, you can see [Banff Hoodoos] , "Devil's Rock." Following [Bow Falls] , It is almost like you are enchanted with time when the river roars in summer. After taking a peek at the [Surprise Corner] , the spectacular viewpoint for the famous [Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel] , we will visit and make a lunch stop at this Iconic Castle hotel. Finally, hiking at [Johnston Canyon] This popular hiking spot takes you to stunning waterfalls. The trail will take you through open meadows and glacial lakes. ( If the attraction has been closed due to maintenance or any other force majeure, we will visit Lake Minnewanka or Two Jack Lake as an alternate attraction .) * Surprise Corner: Closed for maintenance Sept 8 – Oct 20. Note: - Arrival time in Banff may vary depending on the activity schedule. Thank you for your understanding. - The actual itinerary may be adjusted based on different departure dates to ensure a smooth tour. ### Day 2: Banff - Bow Lake - Peyto Lake - Columbia Icefield - Athabasca Falls - Jasper Banff-Crowfoot Glacier (Pass by) -Bow Lake (20 min) -Peyto Lake (30 min) -Lunch Stop (Optional Western Lunch Box with additional fees)(45 min) -Columbia Icefield [Snowcoach & Skywalk] ( Mandatory fees ) (150 min) -Athabasca Falls (30 min)- Jasper 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 and Big Hill as the alternative attractions) 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. * Columbia Icefield [Snowcoach & Skywalk]: Operating until Oct 13. After this date, tours will stop at the site only. Good weather: light hike (~60 mins) to the glacier viewpoint. Poor weather: glacier viewing arranged by the guide. No mandatory Snowcoach & Skywalk fees will be charged. Additional stop: [Sunwapta Falls] ### Day 3: Jasper National Park - Maligne Lake - Maligne Canyon - Calgary Jasper National Park-Medicine Lake (pass by) - Maligne Canyon (30min) - Maligne Lake [Maligne Lake Cruise] (Additional fees) (90 min) - Lunch Stop (Optional Maligne Lake Historical Chalet lunch] (Additional Fees) (60min) -The Crossing Check out from Jasper hotel, pass by [Medicine Lake] , this mysterious lake is full of Indian legends and mystery. 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. 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). 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. * Maligne Canyon: During closure, it will be replaced with [Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge] and [Beauvert Lake] * Maligne Lake Cruise: Operating until Oct 12. After this date, replaced with [Pyramid Lake] ## Guide languages Chinese Live, English Live ## Links - Yatra page: https://yatraforfun.com/tour/101522619-classic-canada-tour-from-calgary-3-day - WhatsApp concierge: https://wa.me/9779708072951