# 6-Day Canada Tour from Calgary: Banff, Jasper, Lake Louise, Moraine Lake, Emerald Lake, Maligne Lake, Columbia Icefield, Yoho

Tour in CA — Calgary → Vancouver.
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## Key facts

- Type: multiday
- Country: CA
- Route: Calgary → Vancouver
- Duration: 6.00 day
- Price from: $834.46
- Rating: 4.90 / 5 (2 reviews)
- Operator: Tours4Fun Provider 3015

## Summary

• Stay in two major national park towns: Banff Town and Jasper Town • Four major national parks + two provincial parks --- Rich attractions, value-for-money experience • Jasper National Park + Banff National Park + Yoho National Park + Glacier National Park • Robson Provincial Park + Wells Gray Provincial Park • Banff Sulfur Mountain Gondola - 360-degree panoramic views of the Rocky Mountains • Ice Explorer - Giant Snowmobile Tour to the Columbia Icefield • Maligne Lake Cruise – Visit the second largest glacial lake in the world and the largest glacial lake in the Rocky Mountains, and explore the mysterious Elven Island • Johnston Gorge - a stunning natural attraction carved by thousands of years of water erosion • Exclusive visit: BC Wildlife Park

## Itinerary

### Day 1: Home - Calgary

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 full day/half day [Guided/ Self-Guided City Tour] (Additional Fees): 1)[ 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) 2)[ City Guided - Explore - Route A] Explore "Calgary CBD" + check out trendy locations + The Core shopping mall (For guests arrive Calgary before 12 pm, the tour starts at 13:30pm, 5hr) 3)[ City Self-Explore - Route C ] Shopping! Shopping! Shopping! @ CrossIron Mills Outlet （For guests arrive Calgary before 12 pm, the tour starts at 13:30pm, 5hr） 4)[ City Self-Explore - Route D ] Shopping @ Chinook Centre (For guests arrive Calgary before 12 pm, the tour starts at 13:30pm, (5hr)

### Day 2: Calgary - Lake Louise - Moraine Lake - Yoho National Park - Emerald Lake - Natural Bridge - Banff

Calgary-Lake Louise (75 min) -Moraine Lake (45 min) -Lunch Stop at Lake Louise Village [Optional [Grill & Bar] Asian or Western Set Lunch with additional charges) (60 min) -Yoho National Park-Emerald Lake (20 min) -Natural Bridge (15 min)- Banff In the morning, we will pass by [Castle Mountain] on the way to [Lake Louise] , one of the most visited destinations in the Canadian Rockies; 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] . Followed closely by [Moraine Lake] (Open Seasonal/*Alternative Attractions: Lake Minnewanka / Vermilion Lakes*). Set in the rugged Valley of the [Ten Peaks] , amazing colors create a unique appearance used on the Canadian dollar bill. After a lunch stop at Lake Louise Village (Optional choice of [Grill & Bar Asian or Western Set Lunch] with additional charges), we will enter the Yoho National Park, pass by [Spiral Tunnel] This section of the Canadian Pacific Railway carries too much blood and tears of railroad workers and history. Arrive [Emerald Lake] , the place where the amazing blue-green color is caused by the sunlight reflecting off the "marl" layer. This is an extraordinary natural beauty! Before ending our tour, you will be amazed by the waterfall cascading over [Natural Bridge] . Enjoy the sounds of nature as you stroll along the path that leads to the Bridge. Finally, back to the town of Banff for hotel check-in.

### Day 3: Free Explore - Self-Guided Banff Trip

Free time Recommendations: Take a stroll through the [Cave and Basin National Historic Site (admission fee not included) ] to learn about the history of the park's creation and the process of transforming the historic site. The site has a rich cultural heritage dating back 13,000 years to the indigenous peoples, and it is a great place to appreciate its inherent vitality. Afterwards, enjoy a free time to explore the town of Banff. You can choose to stroll around the town and drop in any boutique shops to find some local souvenirs or delicious snacks. The following optional activities are recommended at your own expense(additional charges), traveler can join up to 3 activities from item 1 to 4, estimated duration for each activity: 2 to 2.5 hours( Please note that we do not offer transfer service, you need to arrange it by yourself ): 1.Enjoy an English-style afternoon tea , with the Bow Valley as a backdrop, at the #World Heritage Site [Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel] . (Recommended experience time: 1.5 hours) 2.Choose a unique experience and visit the filming location of the Hollywood blockbuster movie "The Revenant" at [Lake Minnewanka]. Take a [Lake Minnewanka Cruise] to discover the stunning scenery featured in tourism promotional videos. From Banff town, take the #6 bus for free to the boarding point. (Recommended experience time: 2-2.5 hours, with the cruise lasting approximately 1 hour) 3.Join the [Hoodoos Boat Tour] and witness spectacular landscapes, like those in movies, pass before your eyes. (Activity time: approximately 1 hour) 4.Take a ride on a retro sightseeing bus and embark on a special journey with a nostalgic touch, called [Legendary Banff] . (Activity time: approximately 1 hour) 5. Join our Banff 1-day tour (Duration:7 hours), you cannot join the first 4 items if you choose this 1-day tour. Will pick up at Elk + Avenue Hotel around 5pm Address ：333 Banff Ave, Banff, AB T1L 1B1. Please wait in front of the hotel.

### Day 4: Banff National Park - Columbia Icefield - Jasper

Banff → Banff National Park → Johnston Canyon (45 mins) → Crowfoot Glacier (Pass-by) → Bow Lake (Pass-by) → Peyto Lake (30 mins) → Columbia Icefield (3 hours, Ice Explorer and skywalk is mandatory) → Athabasca Falls (30 mins) → Jasper Rise and shine! Today we will head to Johnston Canyon in the morning. This canyon is a truly breathtaking natural attraction in Banff National Park. The magnificent waterfalls of Johnston Creek will leave you with an unforgettable impression. Then, we will drive along the Route 93, which was selected as "the most beautiful landscape road in the world." Along the way, we will pass the Crowfoot Glacier and Bow Lake, and finally arrive at the famous Peyto Lake. Following, we will take a visit to the Columbia Icefield. You can take a giant snowmobile to the Athabasca Glacier and get in touch with the ancient ice. You may also walk on the 280-meter-high glass bridge! Finally, we will head to the Athabasca Falls and stay overnight in Jasper Note: If the Peyto Lake is under maintenance or other force majeure, we will go to Waterfowl Lake and Big Hill as an alternative attraction.

### Day 5: Jasper - Mount Robson Provincial Park - Kamloops

Jasper → Maligne Lake Cruise (Optional, 60 mins) → Maligne Canyon (45 mins) → Mount Robson Provincial Park (30 mins) → Valemont → Spahats Creek Falls (30 mins) → Kamloops In the morning, we will leave Jasper for the famous scenic spot - Maligne Lake and Maligne Canyon. It is the second largest glacial lake in the world and the largest glacial lake in the Rocky Mountains. Here is the world-famous Spirit Island with beautiful lakes and mountains. At noon, we will arrive in the Mount Robson Provincial Park. Mount Robson is not only a UNESCO World Heritage Site , but also the starting point of the Fraser River. It is also the highest mountain in the Canadian Rockies, with an altitude of 3954 meters. After lunch, we will head to Wells Gray Provincial Park and take a visit to Spahats Creek Falls, which is a geographical wonder left after years of glacial and volcanic activities. Overnight in Kamloops. Special Note： Maligne Lake Cruise is short of resources. It is highly recommended that you pay in advance to ensure the cruise resources.

### Day 6: Kamloops - BC Wildlife Park - Vancouver

Kamloops → Kamloops Ginseng Factory (45 mins) → BC Wildlife Park (Optional, 90 mins) → Hope Town (30 mins) → Vancouver In the morning, we will first visit the Kamloops Ginseng Factory. You will learn about the planting and curative effect of ginseng, and you will have the opportunity to taste authentic ginseng tea. Then we will head to visit the BC Wildlife Park. You can see various wild animals here! After lunch, follow us and have a quick view of the filming location of Stallone's movie "First Blood" - Hope Town, which is the only way for gold diggers years ago. After lunch, we will drive back to Vancouver.

## Guide languages

Chinese Live, English Live

## Links

- Yatra page: https://yatraforfun.com/tour/105223170-canada-tour-from-calgary-banff-jasper-lake-louise-moraine-lake-emerald-lake-maligne-lake-columbia-icefield-yoho-6-day
- WhatsApp concierge: https://wa.me/9779708072951