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Private VIP Tour with Columbia Icefield Skywalk & Glacier Walk

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Overview

Experience the breathtaking Icefields Parkway on a private VIP tour, fully customizable to your group’s pace and interests. Enjoy stops at iconic locations including Crowfoot Glacier Lookout, Bow Lake, Peyto Lake, Waterfowl Lakes, Mistaya Canyon, Sunwapta Falls, and Athabasca Falls, each offering short walks, panoramic views, and perfect photo opportunities.

Pause at the Icefield Information Centre for close-up views of the Athabasca Glacier, with optional Glacier Walk or Columbia Icefield Skywalk for an immersive glacier experience (Summer only-not included in the tour price). Additional stops may include Weeping Wall, Tangle Creek Falls, or Saskatchewan River Crossing, depending on time and your preferences.

Your expert local guide will share fascinating insights into the geology, wildlife, glaciers, and history of the Canadian Rockies while you breathe in fresh alpine air. This tour is ideal for families, couples, and small groups seeking a personalized, unforgettable experience.

What's Included

  • Bottled water
  • Private transportation
  • Admission fee
  • Lunch
  • Gratuities
  • WiFi on board
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Meeting and Pickup

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Your guide will meet you in the hotel lobby at the scheduled pickup time. Please be ready a few minutes in advance to ensure a smooth departure.

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Crowfoot Glacier

Pause at Crowfoot Glacier Lookout to take in pristine alpine scenery and sweeping Icefields Parkway views. Take in panoramic mountain views and learn about the glacier’s unique formation and visible retreat while capturing unforgettable photos along the iconic Icefields Parkway. A perfect moment for fresh mountain air, and appreciating the scale of the Canadian Rockies.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Bow Lake

Enjoy the peaceful stop at the shores of Bow Lake to admire its crystal-clear waters framed by towering peaks and glaciers. Bow Lake where turquoise waters, glacier views, and alpine serenity create a postcard-perfect Icefields Parkway experience.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Peyto Lake

Take in the iconic view of Peyto Lake from its famous lookout, where vibrant turquoise waters form a striking wolf-shaped silhouette. One of the most breathtaking viewpoints in the Canadian Rockies.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Waterfowl Lakes

Pause at Waterfowl Lakes to enjoy serene alpine views, mirror-like waters, and a quiet moment surrounded by the grandeur of the Canadian Rockies.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Mistaya Canyon

Walk to the edge of Mistaya Canyon to watch powerful glacial waters carve through deep limestone walls. A dramatic viewpoint and excellent photo stop along the Icefields Parkway.
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45 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Columbia Icefield Discovery Centre

Stop at the Icefield Information Centre for close-up views of the Athabasca Glacier and surrounding icefields. Guests can also choose to experience the Glacier Walk or walk the Columbia Icefield Skywalk for unforgettable glacier views. (Not included in the tour price)
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

Sunwapta Falls and Canyon

Stop at Sunwapta Falls to admire powerful glacial waters plunging through a rocky gorge, framed by a rugged mountain backdrop. Walk to the viewpoints, feel the mist, and capture stunning photos at one of the Icefields Parkway’s must-see highlights.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Athabasca Falls

Stop at Athabasca Falls, one of the most powerful waterfalls in the Canadian Rockies. Watch glacial waters thunder through a narrow limestone canyon, sending mist into the air and carving dramatic rock formations. Walk the viewing platforms, feel the raw power of nature, and capture unforgettable photos of this iconic waterfall.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Total tour duration has transit time included

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Private VIP Tour with Columbia Icefield Skywalk & Glacier Walk?

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). 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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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Private VIP Tour with Columbia Icefield Skywalk & Glacier Walk?
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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).
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
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The following is included:
  • Bottled water.
  • Private transportation.
  • Admission fee.
  • Air-conditioned vehicle.
  • Fuel surcharge.
The following is NOT included:
  • Lunch.
  • Gratuities.
  • WiFi on board.
  • Restroom on board.
  • Glacier walk & Skywalk tickets (purchased separately at Icefield Discovery Centre).
Apr 2025
Q: What is the weather cancellation policy?
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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 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
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There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..

Apr 2025
Q: My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
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If 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 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
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Accessibility information for the Private VIP Tour with Columbia Icefield Skywalk & Glacier Walk is as follows:

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Apr 2025
Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Private VIP Tour with Columbia Icefield Skywalk & Glacier Walk 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!

 

 

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What's Included

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  • Bottled water
  • Private transportation
  • Admission fee
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Fuel surcharge
  • Lunch
  • Gratuities
  • WiFi on board
  • Restroom on board
  • Glacier walk & Skywalk tickets (purchased separately at Icefield Discovery Centre)

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Total tour duration has transit time included

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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.

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