Embark on an epic full-day adventure departing from Banff or Canmore to the Columbia Icefield along the world-renowned Icefields Parkway. Experience dramatic mountain passes, vivid turquoise alpine lakes, cascading cliffside waterfalls, and ancient ice fields. Marvel at the 200,000-year-old Athabasca Glacier while keeping an eye out for local Canadian Rockies wildlife, including black bears, grizzly bears, moose, and elk.
Key Highlights:
Castle Mountain Viewpoint: Stop to admire dramatic, close-up views of the fortress-like Castle Mountain, one of Banff's most striking geological landmarks.
Crowfoot Glacier & Bow Lake: View the distinct claw-shaped ice formation of Crowfoot Glacier before visiting serene Bow Lake, the turquoise glacial source of the Bow River.
Peyto Lake: Discover the famous wolf-shaped alpine lake, celebrated for its brilliant turquoise waters and sweeping panoramic valley views.
Saskatchewan Crossing & Weeping Wall: Enjoy a stop at historic Saskatchewan Crossing where three rivers meet, followed by a view of the Weeping Wall cliffside waterfalls.
Columbia Icefield Station & Athabasca Glacier: Visit the massive Columbia Icefield and experience the historic Athabasca Glacier. (Note: Tickets for the Glacier Skywalk and Ice Explorer vehicles are optional and available for separate purchase. When the Icefield Station is closed from October 14 to May 2 due to winter conditions, alternative stops are made at Lake Louise and Johnston Canyon).