Glacier Day Tour: Calgary, Bow Lake, Columbia Icefield Overview

The adventure of a lifetime at the Banff & Jasper National Park's Columbia Icefield. Ancient stories, astounding scenery and a deep sense of wonder are at the heart of this unforgettable experience.

You'll explore the ancient Athabasca Glacier on a giant Ice Explorer, discovering glaciology and stepping right on to the glacier itself. Book the Columbia Icefield Glacier Day Tour

What is Included in the Columbia Icefield Glacier Day Tour

- Air conditioned vehicle
- GST (Goods and Services Tax)
- Bilingual Tour Guide (English and Chinese)
- Admission for National Park
- Traffic Accident Insurance
- NOTE: The sequence of itineraries are subject to change without prior notice. Book the Columbia Icefield Glacier Day Tour

Columbia Icefield Glacier Day Tour from Calgary Itinerary

Pass By: Crowfoot Glacier
» Attached to the Northeast side of the Crowfoot Mountain and overlooking the Bow Lake lies the Crowfoot Glacier. This huge mass of ice was named a century ago because its appearance resembled that of a three-toed crowfoot. Be sure to take lots of photos because the next time you visit Crowfoot Glacier, it might not look the same anymore!

Stop At: Bow Lake
» Bow Lake is a bright turquoise color which is due to the glacial runoff from Bow Glacier. Historical Simpson's Num-Ti-Jah is located on the shores of Bow Lake at the foot of Mount Jimmy Simpson.
Duration: 30 minutes
Admission Ticket: Included

Pass By: Icefields Parkway
» Joining the hamlet of Lake Louise in Banff with the Town of Jasper in Jasper National Park is one of the most scenic highways in the world, the Icefields Parkway. Along the 230 km mountain road, every corner on the Icefields Parkway reveals another one of nature’s splendor, from the ancient glaciers and cascading waterfalls to the vivid colours of lakes and lush forests. Many stops along the Icefields Parkway deserve a stop.

Stop At: Peyto Lake
» Along the way, stop at Peyto Lake for its beautiful shape like a Maple Leaf (If the attraction is under maintenance or other force majeure, we will go to Waterflow Lake as an alternative attraction)
Duration: 20 minutes
Admission Ticket: Free



Stop At: Columbia Ice Field
» Draped over the continental divide along the Alberta and British Columbia Border lies Columbia Icefields, the largest icefield in the Canadian Rockies. The glacier lies partially in Jasper, extends between summits of Mount Columbia, and reaches the paved highway of Banff. That covers approximately 230 square km. A ride on the Ice Explorer (additional charges) to explore Athabasca Glacier.
Duration: 2 hours
Admission Ticket: Included. Book the Columbia Icefield Glacier Day Tour

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