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Canadian Rocky Mountains Lakes Tour

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6 to 7 hours (approx.)
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Overview

A day spent with a small group and your own tour guide, between Banff to Lake Louise, Bow lake, Bow Glacier, Crowfoot glacier and Peyto lake.
You will have the opportunity to see glaciers, a historic lodge, a world-class hotel, wild landscapes, some wildlife, forests and alpine lakes.
Travel along the most scenic highway in Canada in this once-in-a-lifetime trip.
Please be ready for mountain weather, meaning fast-changing temperatures and conditions. Take layered clothing, a wind-breaker jacket, proper footwear and make sure to charge your phone and camera batteries!
See the breathtaking scenery of the Bow Valley, the Valley of the Ten Peaks, the Icefields Parkway!
You won't believe how many photos you'll take on this fabulous itinerary.

What's Included

  • Bottled water please don't hesitate to bring your own refillable water bottle, less plastic waste
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Snacks granola bar
  • Lunch No food or drinks included
  • Gratuities
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We pick up at several hotels; please be patient, this is an estimated time.

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What To Expect

Icefields Parkway (Pass By)

Drive North up the breathtaking Icefields Parkway in Banff. This is a unique opportunity to see untouched alpine landscapes at a high elevation, glaciers, forests and lakes. You may spot some local wildlife and flora, such as American Paintbrushes, all from your seat on the bus!
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Banff

The tour will start in Banff, collecting guests from different hotel locations then heading onto the Highway towards Lake Louise village, our next stop before heading north on the Icefields Parkway. Did you know Banff got its' name from Banffshire, Scotland?
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Castle Junction (Pass By)

Guests starting in Banff will drive past Castle Mountain down HWY 1, a postcard moment for sure! This mountain is a striking feature and a popular destination for alpine climbers.Your guide will point-out the animal overpasses going over the highway, which allow a variety of species to cross the road safely. Fun idea: check out the timelapse videos posted by Parks Canada with wildlife use of the overpasses and underpasses!
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Bow Lake

We will make a stop at Jimmy Simsons historic Num-Ti Jah lodge (meaning pine marten in the local language) located on the shores of Bow Lake. In the winter the lodge is closed but remains a point of interest for its spectacular log work.Bow glacier and Bow lake are the headwaters for the river that flows through Banff. Bow lake displays the stunning milky colour specific to glacier-fed lakes and is a frozen paradise in the winter! Restrooms on-site are outhouses only.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Peyto Lake

An outstanding and stunning lake seen from a high viewing platform; Peyto is the picture-perfect lake. Note this stop requires some walking from the parking lot - including in the winter - on a snowy and sometimes icy trail. Proper footwear needed. The guide may decide this stop is not in the right conditions that day and turn around (winter).However, we will do our best to show you all the different lakes and stops from the best angles possible and best available viewpoints, adapted to the day's conditions and group ability. We may also add, suppress or switch stops to make it the best tour ever!
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Lake Louise

We will stop at Lake Louise, famous for its pristine glacial blue water, home to the world-renowned Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise Hotel. Take in views of Victoria Glacier, Fairview, the Beehive, and surrounding peaks. In the summer the ice-cold lake is of a blue colour you've rarely seen before, in the winter the lake is frozen and fascinating in its shades of white; you will capture your own photos of the moment.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Crowfoot Glacier

See a glacier for yourself! We make a brief stop at Crowfoot Glacier along our journey on the Icefields Parkway. This is the guest's first opportunity to see a glacier up close and the landscape shaped by glacier crawl, on this famous drive. You will typically be greeted by local birds hanging out by the viewpoint.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Banff National Park

Spend a whole day exploring the best of what Banff National Park has to offer with your own certified guide, a small size group in a smaller vehicle. No delays due to passenger numbers. This will feel like a fun family outing!
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Bring your own car seat
  • Trails and viewpoints can be slippery and icy any time of year; proper footwear recommended

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Canadian Rocky Mountains Lakes Tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (MDT).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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What's Included

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  • Bottled waterplease don't hesitate to bring your own refillable water bottle, less plastic waste
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Snacksgranola bar
  • LunchNo food or drinks included
  • Gratuities

Additional Info

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American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • bring your own car seat
  • trails and viewpoints can be slippery and icy any time of year; proper footwear recommended

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Cancellation Policy

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Free cancellation
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (MDT).
  • This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
  • This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

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