5-Day Canadian Rockies Adventure Tour from Calgary: Local English-Speaking Guide | Longer Stays at Attractions | Lake Louise, Banff Town, Columbia Icefield, Maligne Lake | Guaranteed Departure
What you'll experience
Highlights
• Accommodate various group sizes, providing options for both individuals and larger parties
• Benefit from extended stop times at breathtaking locations like Moraine Lake, as well as cultural tours of Calgary and historic sites, enriching their exploration of the Canadian Rockies.
5 days
Day-by-day itinerary
- 1
Day 1 — Arrive Calgary
Welcome to Calgary, the gateway to the Canadian Rockies! Spend the day exploring this vibrant city known for its western charm and modern skyline.
For travelers arriving before 12:00 PM, an optional Calgary Half-Day City Tour is available:
Route A: Guided Calgary Downtown Tour (5hr)
This guided walking tour offers a deep dive into the city's rich culture and history. With round-trip transfers included, explore Chinatown, the Central Library, and the iconic Peace Bridge. You can also choose to visit Studio Bell, National Music Centre, and Calgary Tower (additional fees apply). Stroll through Prince's Island Park, enjoy a meal at River Café, or indulge in shopping at The Core and Holt Renfrew on Stephen Avenue.Meals: B: Excluded, L: Excluded, D: ExcludedStay: Best Western Calgary Plaza Hotel or Similar - 2
Day 2 — Calgary - Lake Louise - Moraine Lake (Seasonal) - Emerald Lake - Natural Bridge - Banff Town
Calgary → Lake Louise (60 min) → Moraine Lake**(75min, Open from Jun.01 to Oct.14) - Lunch Stop at Lake Louise Village [Optional [Grill & Bar] (Asian or Western Set Lunch with additional charges) (45 min)-Yoho National Park-Emerald Lake (20 min)-Natural Bridge (15 min) → Banff Town
From Calgary, through the natural scenery of Canmore town, to the [Lake Louise] , towering [Victoria Glacier] surrounded on three sides, the lake look back, [Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise] stands quietly in the pine forest, waiting for tourists to visit. [Moraine Lake], turquoise clear lake water and the interlocking [Ten Peaks] reflect each other, standing in the high place, the lake and mountains at a glance. After lunch at Lake Louise Village, continue westward. Passing through the Spiral Tunnel, which was built with the blood and tears of the Pacific Railroad workers, you will enter Yoho National Park and come to the quiet [Emerald Lake], where the red canoe swings in the serene lake surface. Then, go to the [Natural Bridge] formed by the Kicking Horse River water washed over time, the river and the pines and mountains form a beautiful picture. Return to [Banff Town], enjoy the surrounding stores, restaurants and cafes, the peaceful atmosphere is particularly pleasant. In the evening, transfer back to downtown.
* Moraine Lake: Operating until Oct 13. For multi-day tours departing Oct 10 onward, Moraine Lake will not be accessible. Replacement stops: [Lake Minnewanka] (30 mins) + [Vermilion Lakes] (15 mins). Mandatory Moraine Lake fee will no longer apply.
Lake Louise
Moraine Lake
Emerald Lake
Natural Bridge
Yoho National Park
Meals: B: Excluded, L: Excluded, D: ExcludedStay: Banff Town: Elk + Avenue Hotel/ Canalta Lodge/ Caribou Lodge/ Aspen Lodge/ Mount Royal Hotel/ Ptarmigan Inn or Similar - 3
Day 3 — Banff - Bow Lake - Peyto Lake - Icefield Parkway - Columbia Icefield - Jasper
Banff → Crowfoot Glacier (pass by) → Bow Lake (45 min) → Peyto Lake (45 min) → Lunch Stop at the Crossing (45min, optional meal add-on available) → Columbia Icefield: Ice Adventure (210min, a mandatory add-on fee) → Jasper
The journey continues along the breathtaking [Icefields Parkway], one of the most scenic drives in the world. Our first stop is [Bow Lake], a glacial-fed lake with stunning reflections of the surrounding peaks. We then visit [Peyto Lake], famous for its vibrant blue color and unique wolf-head shape when viewed from above. Driving deeper into the Rockies, we arrive at the [Columbia Icefield], where you'll have 3.5 hours to experience the massive Athabasca Glacier aboard the [Ice Explorer] (a mandatory add-on fee) and walk on the glass-bottom [Glacier Skywalk] (a mandatory add-on fee). Finally, we make our way to [Jasper], where you'll enjoy a relaxing evening in this peaceful mountain town.
* 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]
Columbia Icefield
Bow Lake
Peyto Lake
Meals: B: Excluded, L: Excluded, D: ExcludedStay: Jasper Town: Tonquin Inn/ Lobstick Lodge/ Athabasca Hotel or Similar - 4
Day 4 — Jasper Skytram - Maligne Canyon - Maligne Lake - Jasper
Jasper Skytram (150min, optional for an additional fee) → Malinge Canyon (45min) → Maligne Lake Cruise (150min, optional for an additional fee) → Jasper
Start the day with a ride on the [Jasper SkyTram] (optional for an additional fee), which takes you up Whistlers Mountain for panoramic views of Jasper National Park. If you're feeling adventurous, hike the scenic trails at the summit.
Next, we explore [Maligne Canyon], where water has carved deep limestone walls, creating spectacular waterfalls and rock formations. Then, we embark on the [Maligne Lake Cruise] (optional for an additional fee), a 2.5-hour boat tour that takes you to the famous Spirit Island, one of the most photographed locations in the Rockies. After a full day of adventure, return to [Jasper] for another restful night.
* 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]
Maligne Lake
Maligne Canyon
Meals: B: Excluded, L: Excluded, D: ExcludedStay: Jasper Town: Tonquin Inn/ Lobstick Lodge/ Athabasca Hotel or Similar - 5
Day 5 — Jasper - Pyramid Lake - Athabasca Falls - Banff/Calgary
Pyramid Lake (120min, Hiking) → Lunch Stop at Jasper Town (60min) → Athabasca Falls (45min) → Banff/Calgary
On our final day, we visit [Pyramid Lake], a tranquil glacial lake perfect for a morning hike. Stroll along the wooden bridge to Pyramid Island, where the calm waters reflect the surrounding mountains. Next, we stop at [Athabasca Falls], one of the most powerful waterfalls in the Rockies, where the rushing water has carved intricate rock formations over thousands of years. As we make our way back to [Calgary], enjoy the stunning views of the Rockies one last time, bringing an end to an unforgettable journey.
Pyramid Lake
Athabasca Falls
Meals: B: Excluded, L: Excluded, D: Excluded
What's included
Included
- Hotel accommodations for 4 nights as listed -standard room
- Air-conditioned vehicle, ground transportation (The type of vehicle used will based on the number of guests that day)
- Tour guide (English)
- Admission for National Park
- 5% GST (Goods and Services Tax)
- Traffic Accident Liability
Not included
- Meals, optional attractions, and all personal expenses such as laundry, phone & travel insurance
- Driver/Tour Guide gratuity (suggest $12 per person per day, airport pick up C$4 per person per time)
- Airfares or related transportation between your home and departure locations
- Mandatory add-on fee for attractions
- All personal expenses, additional hotel services and meals, unless otherwise stated
Cancellation policy
| When you cancel | Refund | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 0–17 days before | 0% | Cancellation Made Within 17 days prior to departure, No Refund |
| 18–32 days before | 50% | Cancellation Made Within 18 days to 32 days prior to departure, Refund 50% of total purchase amount |
| 33+ days before | 60% | Cancellation Made 33 or more days prior to departure, only CA $60 charge handling fee by order |
Read the full cancellation terms
【Modifications】
The following terms apply to changes in the number of travelers for an order, as well as modifications to the names of travelers (subject to resource availability on the corresponding travel dates).
- For modifications requested by within 0-17 days before departure (inclusive), no refunds will be issued for any activities, meals, tickets, or accommodation.
- For modifications requested 18 days (inclusive) or more before departure, a service fee of C $ 60 per order per change will apply (activities and meals may be refundable).
【Additional Information】
- Any additional costs incurred due to changes in resources will be charged as applicable.
- In case of cancellation or modification for any reason, bank transfer fees or credit card fees will be deducted from the refund along with the cancellation or modification fee.
- All changes or cancellations must be communicated directly to our company via email or fax in written form.
- Cancellations and refund requests will be processed within 1–7 business days.
Important info
Special notes
- 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.
- This product is a local bus tour. All foreign travelers are responsible to have ready and to bring a valid visa. Confirm and process eTA in advance according to your passport type. For details, please click the link: http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/visit/eta.asp (Electronic Travel Permit [Mandarin] for reference only: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O4iyyMVFvfM）
- Please provide accurate and complete information (Name, gender, adult/child, copy of passport, and contact information) when booking a tour to avoid errors that would affect your travel. If you cause a delay or cause losses due to missing or inaccurate information, you will be held responsible.
- If you have not received a "Tour Confirmation"7 days before your trip, please contact our office.
- To ensure a smooth and complete trip, we strongly recommend that you order activity tickets and meal packages, at the time of booking a tour. No additional changes or modifications will be provided within 7 days before or during the tour.
- This product is a local bus tour. Under the premise that the promised service and standards remain unchanged, your itinerary may take place alongside another traveler's itinerary to form a group tour. Depending on arrival and departure dates, travelers' itinerary sequences may differ.
- Hotel Class: North American Hotels do not have an official hotel star rating standard. The hotels involved in the trip are local brand hotels.
- The North American Hotel Standard Room is equipped with one large bed or two standard beds. If you have a specific request for bed types, please inform us at the time of booking and we will do our best to accommodate you.
- Product components such as: tour vehicles, hotels, restaurants, attraction facilities, etc. may have different standards (ratings, classes, quality) in different regions of the world; please understand. Our bilingual tour guides will use Mandarin and/or English to serve you.
- Tour vehicles: Vehicles are arranged according to the number of people in a group. In a group up to 24 passengers, the driver will also be the tour guide. In a group of more than 24 passengers, an individual driver/tour guide will be provided.
- In case of force majeure including but not limited to weather, traffic accidents, etc. our company has the right to modify or cancel the itinerary.
- It is strongly recommended that you purchase travel insurance for your personal benefit.
- Tours4fun is not responsible for any transportation cancellations or delays, climate change, or any other travel safety issues within the trip that are caused by circumstances not under our company's control.
- If your itinerary includes airport pick-up and drop-off service, please provide accurate flight information and arrive at the designated pick-up location in advance. If the pick-up or designated pick-up location is mistaken due to inaccurate information you have provided, Tours4fun 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. Kindly note that only one pick up service will be provided for each booking.
- According to different hotel operation requirements, you may be required to provide credit card information as a deposit during your stay for miscellaneous expenses and incidental guarantees (such as telephone expenses, laundry, catering).
3. Before your trip, if you need any assistance, you are welcome to call our customer service: North America toll free No.: 1-855-201-8525 - All activities and meals must be booked in advance. Please understand that no additional bookings will be provided during the tour.
- During the tour, please arrive at the pick-up location at the time scheduled by the tour guide. Do not be late to avoid delaying other tourists' itinerary. If you are late or miss the transportation we have provided, you are responsible (at your own expense) for meeting the group at the next designated meeting location.
- During your trip, the tour guide may pick-up, or drop-off travelers accommodated at different hotels. The tour guide will make reasonable arrangements according to the presented situation. Please cooperate and understand, thank you.
- During your trip, there may be different vehicles and tour guides serving you.
- If for any reason you need to leave our group during the trip, you must fill out a “Letter of Liability Release”; no exceptions.
- Guests under 16 years old, must be accompanied by an adult (Age 18 or above).
- In the event of traffic, weather, or other circumstances not under our company's control, or if you are unable to participate in activities included in the itinerary due to personal reasons, no refunds will be given.
- If you have special needs (such as but not limited to: bed type, vegetarian options, high chairs, etc.) please inform us at least 7 days before your trip. We will do our best to accommodate you, but there is no guarantee.
- The sequence of itineraries is subject to change without prior notice.
- Temperature: The Rockies have large day-night temperature differences. Summer days average 25°C, nights 15–18°C. Dress in layers.
- Sun & Dry Air: Strong UV rays – use sunscreen. Dry climate – bring moisturizer.
- Wildlife: Do not feed animals. Stay in your vehicle when encountering large wildlife.
- Hotel Smoking Policy: Smoking is strictly prohibited. Violations may result in a $300+ CAD fine.
- National Parks Smoking: Only smoke in designated areas. Fully extinguish cigarette butts to prevent fires.
- Hotel Facilities: Many hotels are 3–4-story wooden buildings, some without elevators.
- Eco-Friendly Amenities: No toothbrush, toothpaste, slippers, or combs provided. Only basic toiletries available.
- Hot Water: Most rooms don't have kettles. Ask the front desk or use the coffee machine as instructed.
- Attractions: No boiling water available at attractions. Prepare in advance if needed.
- Electricity: Canada uses 110V. Plugs are three-prong: one round, two flat.
Pricing notes (children, single supplement)
* Price for Double/Triple/Quadruple Occupancy applies when two/three/four people stay in one standard hotel room respectively.
* Triple/Quadruple price does not guarantee a third/fourth bed in the room. Please check the availability at the time of check-in.
* Double rooms are not guaranteed to be two beds type, please understand.
* Price for a child applies when a 0 to 12-year-old child stays in one standard room as a third or fourth person.
* Maximum room capacity: 4 people including adult and child/infant.
* There will be hotel surcharges during Petroleum Show and Stampede. The price may vary depending on the departure date.
* The hotel room type is mainly one bed or two beds. If you have a special request, please note in advance. We try our best to coordinate.
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