# 5-Day Canadian Rockies Tour with Glacier View Lodge: Banff National Park, Lake Louise, Columbia Icefield, Jasper National Park, Yoho National Park

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

- Type: multiday
- Country: CA
- Route: Calgary → Calgary
- Duration: 5.00 day
- Price from: $1,392.67
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- Operator: Tours4Fun Provider 3015

## Summary

•Complete Rockies Experience: Cover top destinations including Banff, Jasper, and Yoho—perfect for a comprehensive Canadian Rockies journey •Iconic Scenic Spots: Visit world-famous Lake Louise and explore the majestic Columbia Icefield •Professional Guided Tour: Travel with experienced guides offering insightful commentary throughout the trip •Comfortable & Worry-Free Travel: Modern coach transport, carefully planned itinerary, and selected accommodations for a smooth experience

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## Itinerary

### Day 1: Home - Calgary

Welcome to Calgary! Your journey into nature's grandeur begins here. Towering snow-capped peaks, emerald alpine meadows, turquoise lakes, ancient forests, and abundant wildlife unfold before you in breathtaking succession. This is a place to reconnect with nature, unwind your mind, savor great food, and fully immerse yourself in the harmony of the outdoors—leaving behind the noise and worries of everyday life. Optional Calgary Experiences (Self-Paid) Available if you arrive one day in advance or before 12:00 PM on the day of arrival. Pre-booking required. 1) Calgary CityWalk – Full Day Tour (YYC-CW) Folk Heritage Village Time-Travel Experience (admission included) + Downtown Calgary (CBD) walking tour + iconic photo stops Departs at 9:00 AM Includes transportation and guided tour Approx. 8 hours Minimum 4 guests to operate 2) Calgary CityWalk – Half Day Tour A (YYC-A) Downtown Calgary (CBD) walk + iconic landmarks + The CORE Shopping Centre Arrival flight must land before 12:00 PM Departs at 1:30 PM Approx. 5 hours Minimum 4 guests 3) Calgary CityWalk – Half Day Tour C (YYC-C) Outlet shopping experience with excellent value Arrival flight must land before 12:00 PM Departs at 1:30 PM Approx. 5 hours Minimum 4 guests 4) Calgary CityWalk – Half Day Tour D (YYC-D) Shopping and leisure at Chinook Centre Arrival flight must land before 12:00 PM Departs at 1:30 PM Approx. 5 hours Minimum 4 guests

### Day 2: Calgary - Johnston Canyon - Vermilion Lakes - Banff - Banff Gondola - Bow Falls - Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel - Banff (overnight)

Calgary City Tour & Brunch (120 min) - Johnston Canyon (75 min) - Vermilion Lakes (30 min) - Banff Town Break (60 min) - Banff Gondola (optional, 90 min) - Bow Falls / Surprise Corner / Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel - Banff (overnight) Morning Begin with a guided Calgary City Walk & Brunch (120 min), exploring the city's most representative neighborhoods while enjoying a relaxed, locally inspired brunch. Travel west along the Bow River as the skyline gives way to open plains and rising mountain peaks. Arrive at Johnston Canyon (75 min), where elevated walkways lead through a limestone canyon toward cascading waterfalls framed by dramatic rock walls. Midday Pause at Vermilion Lakes (30 min), a serene turquoise mirror reflecting the iconic silhouette of Mount Rundle. Continue to Banff Town (60 min) for free time to explore charming streets, boutique shops, and cafés, with optional lunch at your leisure. Afternoon Ascend the Banff Gondola (optional, 90 min) to the summit of Sulphur Mountain for sweeping alpine panoramas. From above, valleys, rivers, and peaks unfold in breathtaking scale. Visit Bow Falls , then stop at Surprise Corner to admire the legendary Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel , dramatically set between forest and mountain. Evening Overnight stay in Banff, surrounded by crisp alpine air and the quiet majesty of the Canadian Rockies.

### Day 3: Calgary/Banff - Lake Louise - Moraine Lake - Lake Louise Village - Emerald Lake - Natural Bridge - Icefields Parkway - Columbia Icefield - Glacier View Lodge (overnight)

Banff - Lake Louise (75 min) - Moraine Lake (60 min, seasonal) - Lake Louise Village Lunch (at own expense, 45 min) - Emerald Lake (30 min) - Natural Bridge (15 min) - Icefields Parkway - Columbia Icefield Centre & Skywalk (60 min) - Glacier View Lodge (overnight) Morning Depart from Calgary or Banff and journey into the heart of the Rockies. Arrive at Lake Louise (75 min), where glacier-fed turquoise waters rest beneath the towering Victoria Glacier in breathtaking alpine stillness. Continue to Moraine Lake (60 min, seasonal), famed for its striking blue brilliance and the dramatic Ten Peaks rising behind it. When closed due to seasonal access, alternative scenic stops will be arranged. Midday Enjoy lunch at Lake Louise Village (45 min, at own expense) before entering the pristine wilderness of Yoho National Park . Visit Emerald Lake (30 min), where jade-coloured waters reflect surrounding forest and mountain slopes. Stop at Natural Bridge (15 min), where the force of the Kicking Horse River has carved a powerful rock formation through centuries of erosion. Afternoon Travel along the spectacular Icefields Parkway , one of the world's most scenic highways, where glaciers, waterfalls, and snow-capped peaks unfold at every turn. Arrive at the Columbia Icefield Centre and experience the Glacier Skywalk (mandatory, 60 min), suspended high above the Sunwapta Valley. Ancient icefields stretch before you, revealing landscapes shaped over thousands of years. Evening Check in at Glacier View Lodge for an unforgettable overnight stay. Surrounded by glaciers and alpine silence, the lodge offers rare proximity to the Columbia Icefield, where starlight reflects off ancient ice in one of the most extraordinary settings in the Rockies.

### Day 4: Columbia Icefield - Athabasca Falls - Jasper Town - Maligne Lake - Medicine Lake - Jasper (overnight)

Columbia Icefield Ice Explorer Snowcoach (mandatory, 90 min) - Athabasca Falls (40 min) - Jasper Town Lunch (at own expense, 60 min) - Maligne Lake / Maligne Lake Cruise (optional, 100 min) - Medicine Lake (15 min) - Jasper (overnight) Morning Begin the day on the vast expanse of the Columbia Icefield , boarding the Ice Explorer Snowcoach (mandatory, 90 min) to step directly onto ancient glacial ice. Surrounded by towering peaks and endless white, the scale of this frozen landscape is unforgettable. Continue to Athabasca Falls (40 min), where powerful glacial waters surge through a narrow canyon, carving dramatic rock formations and creating thunderous cascades. Midday Arrive in Jasper Town (60 min) for free time and lunch at your own expense. Nestled among mountain ranges, this alpine community offers a relaxed atmosphere and charming local shops and cafés. Afternoon Travel to Maligne Lake , one of the Rockies’ most iconic turquoise lakes. Guests may choose to join the Maligne Lake Cruise (optional, 100 min) to Spirit Island, where vivid blue waters and snow-capped peaks create one of Canada’s most photographed scenes. On the return journey, stop at Medicine Lake (15 min), known for its dramatic seasonal water level changes and striking natural beauty. Evening Check in to your hotel in Jasper Town for an overnight stay, surrounded by the quiet majesty of the Canadian Rockies. ** Itinerary may differ depending on closure due to the 2024 wildfires.

### Day 5: Jasper Town - Pyramid Lake - Sunwapta Falls - The Crossing - Peyto Lake - Bow Lake - Calgary

Jasper Town - Pyramid Lake (40 min) - Sunwapta Falls (20 min) - The Crossing Lunch (at own expense, 45 min) - Peyto Lake (40 min) - Bow Lake (20 min) - Calgary Morning Depart Jasper Town and begin the journey south along the Icefields Parkway. Stop at Pyramid Lake (40 min), where mirror-like waters reflect the sharp peak of Pyramid Mountain in peaceful alpine stillness. Continue to Sunwapta Falls (20 min), where glacial waters pour through a narrow canyon, creating a powerful and photogenic cascade. Midday Arrive at The Crossing for lunch (45 min, at own expense), surrounded by sweeping mountain views in the heart of the Rockies. Proceed to Peyto Lake (40 min), famed for its brilliant turquoise hue and distinctive wolf-shaped shoreline viewed from above. Afternoon Visit Bow Lake (20 min), a serene glacier-fed lake where Crowfoot Glacier rests above the shoreline, creating a dramatic alpine backdrop. Travel onward along the scenic highway as mountain landscapes gradually transition back toward open plains. Evening Arrive in Calgary , concluding your Rocky Mountain journey as city lights replace the peaks of the Icefields Parkway.

## Guide languages

Chinese Live, English Live

## Links

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