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Full-Day Tour Columbia Icefield from Calgary

5.0(1)Calgary1 hour
VIATOR5.0(1)

Description

Experience the best of the Canadian Rockies on this full‑day small‑group adventure along the world‑famous Icefields Parkway, featuring iconic stops such as Peyto Lake, Bow Lake, Crowfoot Glacier, and the majestic Columbia Icefield. Travel through breathtaking mountain scenery before boarding the massive Ice Explorer snowcoach to step onto the ancient Athabasca Glacier, then continue to the glass‑floored Skywalk suspended high above Sunwapta Canyon. With curated viewpoints, expert guiding, and seamless transportation from Calgary, this tour delivers an unforgettable journey into the heart of Alberta’s most spectacular landscapes.

Tour Options

Full-Day Tour Columbia Icefield from Calgary
with Admission
  • Ice Explorer + Skywalk

Itinerary

Admission not included10 min

Named because it originally had three “toes” resembling a crow’s foot. Due to climate change, one toe collapsed in the early 20th century. Today, only two remain, a powerful reminder of global warming.

Admission not included10 min

One of the most visited lakes along the Icefields Parkway. On calm mornings, the Crowfoot Mountain Range reflects perfectly on the mirror‑like water, a still and surreal scene that visitors love most.

Admission not included30 min

A serene, sapphire‑blue lake nestled among towering mountains. Its calm beauty adds a gentle charm to the dramatic Rockies, creating a dreamlike landscape.

180 min

The Columbia Icefield is “the largest single ice mass in North America south of the Arctic Circle” and the source of dozens of glaciers. Standing here inspires a deep sense of awe toward nature. Ice Explorer – Glacier Snowcoach Ride the massive Ice Explorer vehicle onto the glacier surface and enjoy time walking on the ancient ice. These specially designed vehicles safely navigate the glacier terrain, giving visitors a rare and unforgettable experience. Skywalk Walk along an open‑air cliff‑edge pathway leading to a glass‑floor viewing platform suspended above the Sunwapta Canyon.

10 min

Often called one of the most beautiful highways in the world, the 235‑km route is lined with majestic glaciers, pristine lakes, and rugged mountain peaks.

Highlights

Bilingual Tour Guide (English and Chinese)
Air-conditioned vehicle

What's included

Included
Bilingual Tour Guide (English and Chinese)
Air-conditioned vehicle
Not included
Personal expenses, meals, and airfare
Driver/guide gratuity
GST

Traveller Ratings

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Important Information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Reviews(1)

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navin_s
June 22, 2026
Walk in Glacier

We are able to walk in Tabasco glacier with a short tour by giant Ice explorer. This tour includes, bow lake,peyto lake, Columbia ice fields ( glacier and glass bridge), Crofoot glacier.The tour guide Sam was very helpful and kind. He coordinated to our glacier trip and picked us back

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