canada·Multi-day tour·2 days
【Canadian Rockies Winter Tour】2-Day Rockies Winter Wonderland Tour from Calgary: Banff, Johnston Canyon, Lake Louise and Yoho | Max 24 Pax
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What you'll experience
Highlights
• Stay at Banff town centre - Easy access for shopping & restaurants
• Free rental of crampon & Snow Shoeing rental is provided (Weather dependent)
• Provide In-depth and leisure experience
• Free rental of crampon & Snow Shoeing rental is provided (Weather dependent)
• Provide In-depth and leisure experience
2 days
Day-by-day itinerary
- 1
Day 1 — Banff - Gondola - Johnston Canyon Icewalk/Marble Canyon - Bow Falls - Surprise Corner - Banff town
Start your journey to Famous Canadian Rockies from Calgary and you will visit the Banff National Park, Canada's first national park.
Banff National Park: Canada first National Park, one of the world's premier destination spots.
Banff Sulphur Mt Gondola (Optional): Ascend Sulphur Mountain on a state-of-the-art aerial gondola to an elevation of 2,281 meters, offering breathtaking 360° views of six mountain ranges and the Bow Valley below (stop for about 90 minutes).
Johnston Canyon or Marble Canyon: Explore this dramatic limestone canyon with its series of catwalks, tunnels and bridges that provide access to the lower and upper waterfalls amid pristine forest surroundings (stop for about 60 minutes, Ice cleats provided free of charge/Subject to weather conditions).
Marble Canyon: A stunning natural landmark located in Kootenay National Park. Known for its striking marble rock formations, the canyon features crystal-clear turquoise waters flowing through deep and narrow gorges. Visitors can enjoy scenic walks along well-maintained trails. (approx. 30 minutes).
- Depending on road conditions/In case of closure, visit Cave & Basin instead.
Bow Falls: Witness these impressive rapids where the Bow River dramatically cascades down a wide limestone ledge, a natural wonder that gained fame as a filming location for "The River of No Return" in the 1950s (stop for about 15 minutes).
Surprise Corner: Discover one of the most iconic viewpoints in Banff, offering a perfect vantage point for photographing the majestic "Castle in the Rockies" – the Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel against its mountain backdrop (stop for about 15 minutes).
Hoodoos Viewpoint: Marvel at these unique geological formations – tall spires of rock created through erosion where harder rock caps protect the softer sedimentary rock beneath, creating distinctive pillar-like formations (stop for about 15 minutes).
Banff Town: Enjoy free time in this charming alpine community – the largest town within a Canadian national park – with its array of shops, galleries, cafés and restaurants nestled among stunning mountain scenery (stop for about 90 minutes).
Return to Hotel around 16:00-17:00 PM.
Banff National Park
Johnston Canyon
Banff Gondola
Bow Falls
Surprise Corner
Banff Town
Meals: B: Excluded, L: Excluded(Optional Group Meal ), D: ExcludedStay: Banff Aspen Lodge, Banff Mount Royal , Elk + Avenue Hotel, Banff Inn, Banff Park Lodge, Banff Caribou Lodge & Spa, Irwin's Mountain Inn - 2
Day 2 — Lake Louise - Snowshoeing - Yoho - Emerald Lake - Natural Bridge
Departure around 09:30 AM from Banff Hotel. Today you will visit the Lake Louise and Yoho National Park.
Lake Louise Snowshoeing: Spend time at this world-famous glacial lake with its striking turquoise waters back-dropped by Victoria Glacier, named after Princess Louise Caroline Alberta, daughter of Queen Victoria, with ample time to explore the shoreline and grounds of the historic Fairmont Château (stop for about 2 hours).
- Experience this winter activity - Strap on your snowshoes and beat the snowdrifts.
- Snowshoe rental is included/about 20 minutes)/weather dependent.
YOHO National Park: Journey through this park whose name perfectly captures the sense of awe it inspires, featuring dramatic rock walls, waterfalls, and alpine meadows on the western slopes of the Continental Divide (scenic drive).
Spiral Tunnel: Witness one of the most innovative feats of railway engineering, where trains enter a mountain and spiral upward inside before emerging higher up, allowing them to navigate the steep grade of Kicking Horse Pass (pass through with commentary).
Emerald Lake: Visit the largest of Yoho's 61 lakes, surrounded by towering peaks of the President Range, with distinctive emerald-colored waters created by powdered limestone suspended in the glacial meltwater (stop for about 20 minutes).
Natural Bridge: Observe this fascinating rock formation over the Kicking Horse River, where the powerful forces of water have carved a channel through solid rock, demonstrating nature's incredible erosive power (stop for about 15 minutes).
Vermilon Lakes: A peaceful winter retreat just outside Banff, the Vermilion Lakes offer stunning views of Mount Rundle reflected in patches of open water among the frozen landscape. The area is known for its calm atmosphere and is a great spot to take photos or enjoy a short, relaxing stroll through the snow-covered scenery. (approx. 20 minutes).
Return to Calgary around 18:30 PM to 19:30 PM.
Lake Louise
Yoho National Park
Emerald Lake
Natural Bridge, Canada
Meals: B: Excluded(Mandatory fee), L: Excluded(Optional Group Meal - Deluxe Lunch at Chateau Lake Louise(not available during Christmas & New Year holidays)), D: ExcludedStay: Banff Aspen Lodg
What's included
Included
- Transportation via air-conditioned vehicle
- 1-night hotel accommodation
- English-Speaking tour guide service
- Rental of Snowshoes & Crampon (Weather dependent)
- 5% GST (Goods & Services Tax)
Not included
- Airfares or related transportation between your home and departure locations
- All personal expenses, additional hotel services and meals, unless otherwise stated
- Entrance fees and optional tours (rates vary from season to season; only the price at the ticket booth / box office is final)
- Mandatory fee: National Park Fee (Free for age 0-15) + Service charge for the driver and guide + Daily breakfast
Meeting & drop-off
Departure points
- Banff Aspen Lodge(Lobby) · BanffPickup at 09:35:00401 Banff Ave
- Coast Calgary Downtown Hotel & Suites (Lobby) · CalgaryPickup at 08:00:00610 4 Ave SW, Calgary, AB T2P 0K1
Cancellation policy
| When you cancel | Refund | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 0–16 days before | 0% | Cancellation Made Within 16 days prior to departure, No Refund |
| 17+ days before | 85% | Cancellation Made 17 or more days prior to departure, Refund 85% of total purchase amount |
Read the full cancellation terms
- Additional fees, including but not limited to associated credit card or wire transfer service charges, will be applied to any cancellation or amendment request.
- Cancellation policy will be applied to below modifications: reducing the number of travelers, and changing; optional admissions & group meal purchase, as well as amending extended hotel stay.
- Modification is subject to availability. We reserve the final right of the amendment.
- Cancellation policy will be applied to below modifications: reducing the number of travelers, and changing; optional admissions & group meal purchase, as well as amending extended hotel stay.
- Modification is subject to availability. We reserve the final right of the amendment.
Important info
Special notes
- Please be ready at meeting location 5-10 minutes prior to the pick-up time as the tour will start on time. If you miss the bus, please meet us at the next pick-up location. Should there be any concerns, please contact us.
- Please leave us message while submitting your booking if any special bedding request. We will try our best to accommodate, but we cannot guarantee.
- According to the regulations of different hotels, you may be asked to provide credit card as a deposit for incidental expenses during the stay, such as telephone calls… ets.
- Smoking is strictly prohibited in the rooms. Violation of the rules will result in a fine of passenger's own cost.
- Suggest to bring toiletries since North America Hotels usually do not provide such amenities.
- Aside from admission fees, optional tour fees and service fees mentioned above, other fees and taxes should be paid in CAD currency by. If you choose to pay in USD currency, you should pay the price difference caused by the currency exchange rate.
- Hotel arrangement is subject to change due to different departure date.
- We recommends you to purchase a comprehensive travel insurance immediately upon booking as a measure of an extra protection.
- We have put forth all necessary efforts to ensure that, at all times of publication, all descriptions in the present brochure are exact. We reserve the right to postpone, cancel, or change the tour and/or hotel accommodation. Any loss or additional expenses incurred shall be bound by the participant.
- We shall not be liable for failure in the performance of its obligations for any loss or damage resulting from any delay, cancellations, loss of personal belongings, illness, bodily injury, accident, death, deterioration of services, inconvenience, loss of enjoyment, disappointment or frustration (either mental or physical), attributable to a fault, negligent act or omission by a provider or any employee thereof.Each agency has various regulations; it is responsible for passengers, and in case of accidental casualties or property damage, it should be resolved in accordance with the safety regulations established by various agencies,
- One piece of checked luggage & one piece of carryon luggage, with applicable size restrictions, are allowed for each person.
- Each passenger is allowed 1 checked bag and 1 carry-on. Extra baggage is subject to a fee of CAD$25 + 5% per piece.
- Should there be any itinerary details/price discrepancies from our website, the company's invoice will be considered as the final confirmation.
- We highly recommend to check the weather forecast before your arrival because the temperature in the Rocky Mountains can drop dramatically at night.
- Suggest to bring the warm coat and anti-slippery shoes.
- Suggest to bring sunscreen and sun protection products due to high UV index in Canada.
Pricing notes (children, single supplement)
* Children pay the same price as adults.
* Depending on the hotel's policy, guests may be required to present a credit card at check-in for incidental charges such as phone calls. Please note that all room types are non-smoking. Any violation will result in fines payable by the guest.
* Hotels may vary by date. Standard North American double rooms are equipped with either one queen/king bed, two double beds, or one bed plus a sofa bed. If you have special requests for bed types, please indicate them when booking. We will do our best to accommodate but cannot guarantee.
* Triple and quadruple rooms are usually based on two beds and no extra beds will be provided.
* Most North American hotels do not provide personal items such as toothbrushes or toothpaste. Please prepare these items in advance.
* Depending on the hotel's policy, guests may be required to present a credit card at check-in for incidental charges such as phone calls. Please note that all room types are non-smoking. Any violation will result in fines payable by the guest.
* Hotels may vary by date. Standard North American double rooms are equipped with either one queen/king bed, two double beds, or one bed plus a sofa bed. If you have special requests for bed types, please indicate them when booking. We will do our best to accommodate but cannot guarantee.
* Triple and quadruple rooms are usually based on two beds and no extra beds will be provided.
* Most North American hotels do not provide personal items such as toothbrushes or toothpaste. Please prepare these items in advance.
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