Icefields Parkway Tour–Bow, Peyto Lake, Glacier/Abraham IceBubble
Overview
Explore the world-famous Icefields Parkway, where ancient glaciers, turquoise Bow Lake, Peyto Lake, and dramatic waterfalls showcase the beauty of the Canadian Rockies. This flexible tour offers different experiences depending on the season.
(May–Oct12)Columbia Icefield Adventure
Ride an Ice Explorer onto the Athabasca Glacier, walk on ancient ice, and enjoy the glass-floored Skywalk 280 metres above the Sunwapta Valley. (Approx 3 hours for the Icefield Adventure. Ticket not included)
(Oct–Nov& Mar–April)Waterfalls & Glaciers
Discover the Athabasca Glacier Forefield Trail, Sunwapta Falls, and Athabasca Falls, famous for their powerful cascades and sculpted rock formations.
(Dec–Feb)Winter Ice Bubble Adventure
Snowshoe across the winter landscape at Bow Lake, then visit Abraham Lake to admire its famous frozen methane bubbles trapped beneath the blue ice—a spectacular sight for photographers and nature lovers.
Seasonal activities and stops are subject to weather and road conditions.
What's Included
- Bottled water
- GST (Goods and Services Tax)
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Crampons (winter)
- Hot drink (winter)
- Multilingual guide
- Meals
- Personal expenses including activities and travel insurance
- Glacier adventure and Skywalk Ticket (reservation required)
- Service fee or gratuities for guide (CAD 15 per person)
Meeting Location
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Cascade Mountain (pass by)
Vermilion Lakes (pass by)
Castle Mountain (pass by)
Crowfoot Glacier (pass by)
Bow Lake
30 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Peyto Lake
30 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Columbia Icefield Discovery Centre
2 hours Admission Ticket Free
Columbia Icefield Skywalk
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
Athabasca Glacier
30 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Athabasca Falls
45 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Waterfowl Lakes (pass by)
Abraham Lake
1 hour 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 pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Total tour duration time from Banff is around 10 hours
- Columbia Icefield Adventure Centre was closed from Oct 13 to end of April. It will change to winter itinerary, visiting “Abraham Lake (from Dec to Feb)”/“Athabasca Falls, Sunwapta Falls and Athabasca Glacier”.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 24 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Icefields Parkway Tour–Bow, Peyto Lake, Glacier/Abraham IceBubble?
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Activity code: C-5525750P10
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions 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.
- GST (Goods and Services Tax).
- Air-conditioned vehicle.
- Crampons (winter).
- Hot drink (winter).
- Multilingual guide.
- Meals.
- Personal expenses including activities and travel insurance.
- Glacier adventure and Skywalk Ticket (reservation required).
- Service fee or gratuities for guide (CAD 15 per person).
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–Bow, Peyto Lake, Glacier/Abraham IceBubble is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Icefields Parkway Tour–Bow, Peyto Lake, Glacier/Abraham IceBubble will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. 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
- GST (Goods and Services Tax)
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Crampons (winter)
- Hot drink (winter)
- Multilingual guide
- Meals
- Personal expenses including activities and travel insurance
- Glacier adventure and Skywalk Ticket (reservation required)
- Service fee or gratuities for guide (CAD 15 per person)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Total tour duration time from Banff is around 10 hours
- Columbia Icefield Adventure Centre was closed from Oct 13 to end of April. It will change to winter itinerary, visiting “Abraham Lake (from Dec to Feb)”/“Athabasca Falls, Sunwapta Falls and Athabasca Glacier”.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 24 travelers
