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Columbia Icefield Day Trip with Ice Explorer and Glacier Skywalk from Banff
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Columbia Icefield Day Trip with Ice Explorer and Glacier Skywalk from Banff

by Banff Jasper Collection By Pursuit

11 hours
Kootenay Rockies
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11 hours
Starting time
Friday 11 September 2026
Language
English
Free cancellation until 10 Sept 2026.
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2 adults × C$366.66
All taxes and fees included

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Overview

This full-day bus tour from Banff takes you through the Alberta Rockies to the Columbia Icefield, one of the largest ice masses south of the Arctic Circle. Along the way, the vehicle stops for views of Lake Louise, Victoria Glacier, Crowfoot Glacier, and Banff National Park. At the Icefield, you will ride the Ice Explorer, a specially designed vehicle that travels across the glacier surface. The tour also includes admission to the Glacier Skywalk, a glass-floored observation platform extending over the Sunwapta Valley. A hot buffet lunch is provided during the day, and the bus has air conditioning for comfort. Pickup and drop-off are available at multiple locations.

Highlights

Full-day bus tour from Banff to Columbia Icefield
Ride the Ice Explorer on the glacier
Admission to the Glacier Skywalk included
Stops for views of Lake Louise, Victoria and Crowfoot Glaciers
Hot buffet lunch provided
Air-conditioned vehicle with multiple pickup locations

What's included

Admission to Columbia Icefield Skywalk
Ride on the Ice Explorer glacier vehicle
Local taxes
Pickup and drop-off at multiple locations if selected
Hot buffet lunch
Air conditioning in the vehicle

What's not included

Tips are optional; food and beverages are not included.

Itinerary

1

Lake Louise

The tour stops for about 15 minutes to take in views of Lake Louise, a large glacial lake known for its turquoise water.

15 min

2

Brewster Sightseeing

Passengers see views of Banff National Park from the bus as it travels through the area.

3

Victoria Glacier

The route passes by and provides views of the Victoria Glacier, a prominent glacier in the region.

4

Crowfoot Glacier

The tour offers views of Crowfoot Glacier, visible from the roadside.

5

Columbia Icefield Skywalk

Guests spend about 30 minutes at the Glacier Skywalk observation platform.

30 min

Languages

English (guide)

Cancellation policy

  • Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.

Additional info

1–9 travelers per booking
Mobile ticket
Infants travel on an adult's lap
Reachable by public transport
A moderate level of fitness is needed
Hotel pickup requires providing hotel details to the operator before the travel date; if not given at booking, guests must contact the operator directly using details on the voucher.
Guests may choose to end the tour and disembark at Lake Louise if prior accommodation arrangements have been made.
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