Icefields Parkway, Peyto Lake, Bow Lake & Columbia Icefield
Overview
Begin an unforgettable adventure through the Canadian Rockies with our professional team. Travel along the spectacular Icefields Parkway, surrounded by towering mountains, glacier-fed lakes, and breathtaking landscapes.
Winter Season: November 1 – April 30
Enjoy convenient pick-up in Calgary, Canmore, or Banff. Visit Peyto Lake, Bow Lake, Lake Louise Village, Vermilion Lakes, Lake Minnewanka, and Two Jack Lake before returning to Calgary, Canmore, or Banff.
Summer Season: May 1 – October 10
Discover Crowfoot Glacier, Bow Lake, and the stunning turquoise waters of Peyto Lake. Continue to Saskatchewan River Crossing with an optional lunch, then visit the Columbia Icefield for an optional Snowcoach experience on the Athabasca Glacier.
With knowledgeable guides, local insights, and incredible scenery throughout, simply sit back, relax, and enjoy the beauty of the Canadian Rockies.
What's Included
- Ice cleats provided during winter months
- National park pass
- Travel souvenir fridge magnet
- Pick-up & Drop off from Calgary, Canmore , Banff
- Winter Season : Medium-sized group, maximum 24 guests
- Professional, fun, and knowledgeable driver as guide
- All meals & personal expenses
- Ice Explorer ( Snowcoach) - May 1 - Oct 12
- Any additional expenses due to force majeure factors.
- Traveling with little ones? Please bring a car seat for children aged 7 and under.
- Travel insurance
Meeting Location
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Calgary (pass by)
Banff National Park (pass by)
Crowfoot Glacier (pass by)
Bow Lake
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Icefields Parkway (pass by)
Peyto Lake
1 hour 15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Lake Louise Village Grill & Bar
45 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Columbia Icefield Glacier Adventure
1 hour 30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Lake Minnewanka
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Two Jack Lake
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Vermilion Lakes
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Calgary (pass by)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Highly recommend purchasing a travel insurance.
- The schedule and itinerary could be impacted by extreme weather and road conditions, while we may make necessary adjustments. We appreciate your understanding in case of any delays or changes.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 24 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Icefields Parkway, Peyto Lake, Bow Lake & Columbia Icefield?
Cancellation Policy
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Activity code: C-180217P16
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Average 4.62 out of 5 stars based on 13 traveler reviews collected by Cool Banff and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Banff customers.
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- 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 (CST).
- Ice cleats provided during winter months.
- National park pass.
- Travel souvenir fridge magnet.
- Pick-up & Drop off from Calgary, Canmore , Banff.
- Winter Season : Medium-sized group, maximum 24 guests.
- Professional, fun, and knowledgeable driver as guide.
- All meals & personal expenses.
- Ice Explorer ( Snowcoach) - May 1 - Oct 12.
- Any additional expenses due to force majeure factors.
- Traveling with little ones? Please bring a car seat for children aged 7 and under.
- Travel insurance.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Icefields Parkway, Peyto Lake, Bow Lake & Columbia Icefield is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Icefields Parkway, Peyto Lake, Bow Lake & Columbia Icefield will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Banff. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Ice cleats provided during winter months
- National park pass
- Travel souvenir fridge magnet
- Pick-up & Drop off from Calgary, Canmore , Banff
- Winter Season : Medium-sized group, maximum 24 guests
- Professional, fun, and knowledgeable driver as guide
- All meals & personal expenses
- Ice Explorer ( Snowcoach) - May 1 - Oct 12
- Any additional expenses due to force majeure factors.
- Traveling with little ones? Please bring a car seat for children aged 7 and under.
- Travel insurance
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Highly recommend purchasing a travel insurance.
- The schedule and itinerary could be impacted by extreme weather and road conditions, while we may make necessary adjustments. We appreciate your understanding in case of any delays or changes.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 24 travelers
