Icefields Parkway Small Group Tour with Peyto Lake and Lunch
Overview
Embark on an unforgettable day exploring the world-renowned Icefields Parkway, often hailed as the most beautiful drive in the world.
Highlights:
Epic Exploration Minus the Crowds: Ditch the big bus tour groups and explore like a local at the highlights of Peyto Lake, Bow Lake, Columbia Icefields & more.
Local Secrets & Wildlife Revealed: While the Icefields Parkway has its known jewels, our guides take pride in unveiling lesser-trodden paths and viewpoints to areas where we often see wildlife.
Active & Insightful Adventures: Guided by local experts, you'll embark on relaxed hikes to absorb the best views. Our guides' stories and insights blend the perfect mix of informed touring with free exploration.
Bespoke Itineraries: Daily itineraries are thoughtfully designed around weather conditions, recent wildlife sightings, and ensuring you evade the peak crowd timings. Your wishes matter; if there's a specific spot on your bucket list, let us know!
What's Included
- Lunch A fresh picnic lunch from a local favourite: a gourmet sandwich (turkey by default), fruit, and a baked treat. Have a preference or dietary restriction? Contact us for an alternative.
- Comfortable, premium transportation
- Hot drinks (hot chocolate, coffee, or tea) – winter only
- Polaroid souvenir
- Fresh water refills (BYO bottle)
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off at select Banff and Lake Louise locations
- Small group experience (max 12 guests)
- Local guide trained in photography and storytelling
- Guide gratuities (optional)
Meeting Location
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Banff (pass by)
Icefields Parkway
5 hours Admission Ticket Free
Peyto Lake
30 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Columbia Icefield Discovery Centre
1 hour 30 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Bow Lake
30 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Children under 12 are unable to join our small group adventures
- Not recommended for travellers with mobility issues
- A fresh picnic lunch from one of our local favourites, with a turkey sandwich by default. Have a preference or dietary restriction? Reach out and we'll sort you out with an alternative.
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Icefields Parkway Small Group Tour with Peyto Lake and Lunch?
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Activity code: C-299389P3
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Average 4.96 out of 5 stars based on 185 traveler reviews collected by Cool Banff and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
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).
- 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.
- Lunch. A fresh picnic lunch from a local favourite: a gourmet sandwich (turkey by default), fruit, and a baked treat. Have a preference or dietary restriction? Contact us for an alternative.
- Comfortable, premium transportation.
- Hot drinks (hot chocolate, coffee, or tea) – winter only.
- Polaroid souvenir.
- Fresh water refills (BYO bottle).
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off at select Banff and Lake Louise locations.
- Small group experience (max 12 guests).
- Local guide trained in photography and storytelling.
- Guide gratuities (optional).
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 12..
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 Small Group Tour with Peyto Lake and Lunch is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Children under 12 are unable to join our small group adventures
- Not recommended for travellers with mobility issues
- A fresh picnic lunch from one of our local favourites, with a turkey sandwich by default. Have a preference or dietary restriction? Reach out and we'll sort you out with an alternative.
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Icefields Parkway Small Group Tour with Peyto Lake and Lunch 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
- LunchA fresh picnic lunch from a local favourite: a gourmet sandwich (turkey by default), fruit, and a baked treat. Have a preference or dietary restriction? Contact us for an alternative.
- Comfortable, premium transportation
- Hot drinks (hot chocolate, coffee, or tea) – winter only
- Polaroid souvenir
- Fresh water refills (BYO bottle)
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off at select Banff and Lake Louise locations
- Small group experience (max 12 guests)
- Local guide trained in photography and storytelling
- Guide gratuities (optional)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Children under 12 are unable to join our small group adventures
- Not recommended for travellers with mobility issues
- A fresh picnic lunch from one of our local favourites, with a turkey sandwich by default. Have a preference or dietary restriction? Reach out and we'll sort you out with an alternative.
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
