Icefields Parkway Tour | Peyto, Bow Lake & Icefield Adventure
Overview
[Please Note 5-6 hrs will be in transit]
This full-day journey along the world-famous Icefields Parkway is a breathtaking experience that takes you deep into the heart of the Canadian Rockies.
Travel in comfort through stunning alpine scenery as you explore highlights like the Athabasca Glacier, where you’ll have the opportunity to walk on ancient ice, and the Columbia Icefield Skywalk, a glass platform suspended above a dramatic canyon. You’ll also visit powerful waterfalls like Athabasca Falls and Sunwapta Falls, each framed by rugged mountain backdrops.
Witness the vibrant blues of Peyto Lake and Bow Lake, stop at the foot of the majestic Crowfoot Glacier, and take in panoramic views that you’ll remember for a lifetime.
Whether you’re visiting from afar or exploring your own backyard, this tour offers a once-in-a-lifetime glimpse into the wild beauty of the Canadian Rockies — with carefully timed stops and expert local guidance that make all the difference.
What's Included
- Bottled water
- Athabasca Glacier Explorer and Sky Walk
Meeting and Pickup
Our main pickup area in Edmonton would be the Fairmont Hotel at 100 Street NW.
318 Marten Street
Banff, AB T1L 1B4, Canada
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
What To Expect
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Icefields Parkway (pass by)
Athabasca Glacier
2 hours Admission Ticket Free
Columbia Icefield Skywalk
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Athabasca Falls
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Sunwapta Falls and Canyon
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Peyto Lake
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Bow Lake
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Crowfoot Glacier
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Total tour duration has transit time included.
- There are a couple of short hikes, each under 1 km, which may be moderately challenging for elderly travelers or those with limited mobility.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Icefields Parkway Tour | Peyto, Bow Lake & Icefield Adventure?
Cancellation Policy
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Activity code: C-428699P5
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CST).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Bottled water.
- Athabasca Glacier Explorer and Sky Walk.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Icefields Parkway Tour | Peyto, Bow Lake & Icefield Adventure is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Icefields Parkway Tour | Peyto, Bow Lake & Icefield Adventure will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Bottled water
- Athabasca Glacier Explorer and Sky Walk
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Total tour duration has transit time included.
- There are a couple of short hikes, each under 1 km, which may be moderately challenging for elderly travelers or those with limited mobility.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
