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Experience a full-day tour to witness the beauty of the Canadian Rockies. Start your day with a pick-up from Calgary, Canmore or Banff. This day trip revolves around a number of incredible attractions along 233km long Icefield Parkway, including breathtaking Athabasca Glacier, Athabasca Falls and Sunwapta Falls in summer, or “Ice Bubbles” phenomenon at Abraham Lake in winter (from mid of Dec to early March).
Experience a day filled with wonder and excitement as you take in the sights and create lasting memories
• A small group allows your guide to give you more interaction and details, and makes the experience more comfortable and personal
• Hot drinks and crampons are included in winter, bottle water in summer ensuring your comfort and safety during the adventure
• Hassle-free pickup and drop-off services available from Banff Calgary or Canmore
• See the stunning Athabasca Falls, the breathtaking Athabasca Glacier, and the magnificent Sunwapta Falls in summer.
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Total tour duration includes travel time.
Itinerary may vary depending on the weather. We will inform you in advance if there are any adjustment.
Total tour duration time from Banff is around 10 hours
Please prepare lunch (no lunch stop)
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cascade Mountain is likely the most iconic mountain in Banff National Park. It is a mountain in the Bow River Valley National Park, near the town of Banff.
Vermilion Lakes
Vermilion Lakes is make up of three stunning lakes. It reflects the majestic Mount Rundle, which rises over the town of Banff.
GST (Goods and Services Tax)
Bottled water
Multilingual Guide
Hot drinks (winter)
Air-conditioned vehicle
Crampons (winter)
Meals
Personal expenses including activities and travel insurance
Gratuities for guide (CAD15 per person)
Columbia Icefield Adventure
56 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
414jiayingy,,Dec 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
We are very happy to join the tour. Kenneth is an excellent tour guide. Highly recommended!




Angela B,,Dec 23, 2025
- Review from Viator
Booking a winter group tour always runs the risk of having to reroute due to the weather or the road conditions, and it takes a really great tour guide to keep the tour group happy when that happens . Kenneth was that kind of guide. We took this day trip with a very pleasant group of travelers. The travel company had snow cleats and snacks for us, and we saw so many amazing places, even though the initially planned attractions were not accessible due to the road conditions. We are from California, so we are so happy to have experienced a snowy white Christmas here, and this day trip was the highlight of our stay here.
barbaratT2316HE,,Dec 23, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
Kenneth was a wonderful guide and took us to some stunning sights. Due to the road being closed we couldn’t stick to our original itinerary but the alternative did not disappoint.

jkB7853UX,,Dec 21, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
We didn’t go to Abraham Lake due to road closure. Nothing to blame since it was out of tour company’s control. However, the guide made sure we had a great time. He (sorry forgot his name) was engaging, knowledgeable and super friendly. It was cold and snowy. Shout out to great driving skills to make us feel safe and comfortable. My partner and I both enjoyed the day visiting many other spots where we didn’t plan to. Snowshoeing at Emerald Lake was so fun.

G2685FAdominics,,Dec 19, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
Very well prepared tour. Hot drinks, snacks, snowshoes (which was amazing), crampons, even warm clothes! Guide knows the mountains very well, story telling keeping us engaged and entertained.
beatricek658,,Dec 17, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
It was my first time to Banff and I travelled alone. It was amazing experience! Thanks Cailyn for prompt communications to help me get prepared on clothing and food (there is no restaurant). Also amazing snowshoeing. Tour guide Jack was so attentive to make sure every group was good, take great photos for everyone. Perfect trip from start to finish.
20directors,,Dec 10, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
It was over the top wonderful! We can’t say enough good things about it. Our guide made it magical. His name was Kenneth. We would recommend it to anyone 100%.




X2973FWaarona,,Dec 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
Snowshoeing was so fun. We saw the best bubbles. Everything was well prepared, storytelling, comfortable van, snacks, hot drinks, even warm jackets!
Scott H,,Nov 30, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
The tour was great for a solo travelling trip. Our tour guide, Kenneth, did an amazing job and shared some interesting facts about Banff and Jasper National Parks.



Anonymous A,,Nov 28, 2025
- Review from Viator
Had a great time on the tour. The Icefields Parkway is stunning in the winter, and I can’t wait to come back to see it in warmer weather. Our tour guide, Kenneth, did a great job at making sure everyone was comfortable and had what they needed (water, crampons). He provided a lot of really helpful information about the area. Yes, it’s a long day, but it’s so worth it. With Kenneth, we had frequent bathroom breaks, he offered to take pictures for people, and even had a hot chocolate/tea treat for us before the ride back to town! Definitely recommend. :)


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