From Vancouver:4-Day Columbia Icefield & Banff National Park




Discover the breathtaking beauty of the Canadian Rockies on this 4-day guided adventure from Vancouver. Visit iconic destinations including Lake Louise, Banff, and the Columbia Icefield. Enjoy scenic drives through Glacier and Yoho National Parks, explore turquoise glacier lakes, ride the Banff Gondola, and step onto ancient ice aboard the Ice Explorer. With comfortable hotel stays and unforgettable views at every stop, this tour is perfect for nature lovers and first-time visitors alike.
Day 1
In the morning, we will first head to Hope Town, and then pass through the town of Merritt and head to visit the famous local “VQA” rare wine winery. Shortly after, we will head to Kelowna, the hometown of Fruits in BC, and pass by the Okanagan Lake. Finally, we will return to Revelstoke.
Itinerary:
Vancouver → Hope Town (30 mins) → Merritt (Pass by) → Kelowna → Winery (45 mins) → Okanagan Lake (Pass by) → Revelstoke / Salmon Arm
Hotel:Hilltop Inn Salmon Arm; Comfort Inn & Suites Salmon Arm; Sandman Hotel Revelstoke; similar
Day 2
Itinerary:
Revelstoke / Salmon Arm → Glacier National Park (Pass-by) → Yoho National Park (Pass-by) → Banff National Park → Lake Louise (120 mins, including lunch time and sightseeing time)→ Moraine Lake (15 mins) → Banff Gondola (60 mins) → Banff Town (60 mins)
Special Note:
1. The opening time of Moraine Lake is from June to mid-October. If it is not open during the tour, the scenic spot will be cancelled, and the tour time of Louise Lake will be increased accordingly.
2. Due to the operation and maintenance of the Banff Gondola, the dates departing from 06/10/2024 (Monday) and 08/26/2024 (Monday) will be changed to the Louise Lake cable car. Other itineraries on that day will not be adjusted, and the group fee will remain unchanged.
Hotel:Option1 :Irwin's Mountain Inn / Red Carpet Inn; similar
Option 2 : Stoney Nakoda Resort & Casino; similar
Day 3
Itinerary:
Banff → Banff Gondola (60 mins) →Bow Falls (10 mins)→ Lake Louise Village (optional lunch) → Lake Louise (90mins) → Moraine Lake (30 mins) → Glacier National Park (Pass by) → Revelstoke/Salmon Arm
Tips:
Moraine Lake is open from June to mid-October; if the attraction is not open by then, the attraction will be canceled and the tour time of Lake Louise will be increased accordingly.
Hotel:Comfort Inn & Suites Salmon Arm; Sandman Hotel Revelstoke; similar
Day 4
Today, we will proceed to the famous "Last Spike" in the Pacific Railroad Memorial Park. Then, we will head to visit the Kamloops which is the hometown of Ginseng. Finally, we will drive back to Vancouver.
Itinerary:
Revelstoke → The Last Spike (20 mins) → Kamloops Ginseng Factory (45 mins) → Hope (30 mins) → Fraser Valley (Pass-by) → Vancouver
Key Details
- Cancel up to 4 days in advance for a full refund
- Check availability to see starting times
- English
- Please select the corresponding pick-up time according to the pick-up location:Total 5 boarding locations 07: 30Departure River Rock Casino Resort;8811 River Rd, Richmond, BC V6X 3P8, Canada; 07: 45Departure West Vancouver (on Cambie St & 48nd Ave.);Langara-49th Avenue Station; 08: 00Departure Burnaby: HSBC Bank Crystal Mall;2829-4500 Kingsway, Burnaby, BC V5H 2A9, Canada; 08: 30Departure Real Canadian Superstore;1301 Lougheed Hwy., Coquitlam, BC V3K 6P9, Canada; 08: 50Departure Guildford Recreation Centre;15105 105 Ave, Surrey, BC V3R 7G8, Canada;
Highlights
- Ride the Banff Gondola for panoramic views of the Rockies
- Explore the Columbia Icefield aboard the Ice Explorer
- Visit iconic Lake Louise and stunning Moraine Lake
- Drive through Glacier and Yoho National Parks
- Taste local wines at a VQA-certified winery in Kelowna
Inclusions
- Pickup and drop-off from selected locations
- Banff Gondola, Ice Explorer, and National Park entry fees
- Moraine Lake access fee (only from June 1 - October 13)
- Tips for the driver and tour guide
- Air-conditioned vehicle (vehicle type based on group size)
- Driver and guide (or driver/guide)
- 4-day meal plan (2 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 2 dinners) if option selected
- Hotel (3 nights)
- Taxes and fees
Exclusions
- Tips (optional, appreciated)
- Meals, food, and drinks
- Optional Rocky Mountain admission
Good to Know
- By selecting an option and completing your booking, you confirm that you have read, understood, and agreed to the tour's full product description, including all details about itinerary, included and excluded fees. Your payment indicates your acceptance of these terms.
- 3rd &4th guests promoted discounted: ensuring that all participants share accommodations in a same room. Please note that additional charges, including admission fees and other expenses, will apply to all participants.
- In the event of temporary cancellation within 3 days prior to departure for the 3RD &4TH GUESTS PROMOTED DISCOUNTED promotion: If the first two guests in a room proceed with the tour as scheduled, but the third or fourth guest who was entitled to participate for free cancels within 3 days before departure or is a NO SHOW on the day of departure, we will impose a penalty. The penalty amount will be 50% of the original price for two persons sharing one room, per each guest who cancels temporarily
Not Allowed
- Pets
- Smoking
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