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Overview
Places you'll visit
Your guide takes you through Banff and Jasper.
Availability
Why you’ll love it
- Expert explanation
- Small-group attention
- Scenic viewpoints
- Wildlife interpretation
- Led by a certified interpretive guide
- Led by a certified outdoor guide
- Bow Lake
- Bow Lake
Special notes & disclaimer
- I use the itinerary as a guide, not a strict schedule. By staying flexible and adapting to the conditions on the day, I can help ensure we make the most of everything the Rockies have to offer.
Itinerary
- 1Mountain Pickup & Scenic DepartureCanmore & Banff
Guests are picked up in Canmore and Banff before setting off on a full day exploring the Icefields Parkway. The route is designed to showcase some of the Canadian Rockies'…
- 2Scenic Lakes & Viewpoints Along the ParkwayIcefields Parkway Scenic Route
The drive is broken into comfortable stretches with opportunities to stop at a variety of scenic lakes, viewpoints, and natural highlights. Rather than following a fixed schedule, your guide selects…
- 3Midday Break & RefreshmentsAlong the Icefields Parkway
A stop for lunch is made when it feels most natural during the journey, often at a convenient service area along the route. Guests are also welcome to bring their…
- 4Columbia Icefield ExplorationColumbia Icefield Centre
Time is spent at the Columbia Icefield Centre, one of the most iconic destinations along the parkway. The length of the visit is flexible, allowing the group to enjoy the…
- 5Return Through the RockiesBanff & Canmore2h
The return journey includes additional scenic opportunities and comfort stops before heading back through the mountains. Guests are returned to Banff and Canmore in the late afternoon, having experienced a…
Transportation
What's included
- Guide accompanies you throughout the experience
- Hotel pickup/drop-off
- Safety equipment (first aid equipment, emergency communication devices, etc)
- Hiking equipment (bear spray, poles, water filtration, etc)
- Water refills
What to bring
- Warm layers
- Weather-appropriate clothing
- Comfortable walking shoes
Good to know
- Weather conditions may change quickly
- Wildlife may be present
Warranty
- No-show guarantee: Full tour refund* if your guide does not show up on the tour date
*Excludes non-refundable 3% service fee.
Insurance
Cancellation & Refund
3 days+ before experience
Partial refund up to 72 hours before start
Guide-initiated cancellations or no-show guarantee include a full refund of tour price and taxes (excluding the 3% service fee).