Welcome to Calgary!

Your adventure begins here in Calgary, gateway to the Canadian Rockies. Snow-capped peaks, lush alpine meadows, turquoise lakes, dense forests, and diverse wildlife await your discovery. Immerse yourself in nature, relax body and mind, enjoy local cuisine, and embrace the serenity of this mountain paradise.

This itinerary includes airport pick-up service. Please provide your flight information at least 3 days in advance.

Free Airport Pick-up Service:

Each booking is entitled to one complimentary airport pick-up service from Calgary International Airport (YYC) on the tour start date only. Multiple pick-ups can be arranged with an additional fee.

1.Free Pick-up Time: 07:30 - 21:30.

The last guide pick-up departs at 20:00. the last hotel shuttle pick-up departs at 21:30.

If you miss these, guests must make their own way to the hotel.

2.Private Transfer Service (additional cost):

Private transfers can be arranged for flights arriving between 11:00 - 21:00.

The fare is CAD $90 + tax for the first two guests, with an additional CAD $20 + tax per extra person (maximum 4 guests per booking).

Pick-up Locations:

1.Westar Guide Pick-up: 10:00 / 12:00 / 14:00 / 16:00 / 18:00 / 20:00 (exact times arranged based on flight information).

Location: Arrival Level, Door 5, Westar Service Counter.

2.Hotel Shuttle Pick-up: 07:30–21:30 (exact times arranged based on flight information).

Location: Calgary Airport Arrival Hall, outside Door 4 at Parking Stall #16.

Important Notice

1. Pick-up Method: Depending on flight arrival times, Westar will arrange either a guide pick-up or hotel shuttle pick-up. Guests arriving at similar times may share the same shuttle, which may result in a short waiting period at the airport. We appreciate your understanding.

2. The final pick-up time and location will be confirmed via SMS one day before the tour.

3. If airport transfer service is included in your itinerary, but pick-up errors occur due to late or incorrect information provided by the guest, you will need to make your own way to the hotel. In such cases, the travel agency reserves the right to charge an additional pick-up fee equivalent to the private transfer cost.

4. If we do not receive your flight details within the required timeframe, we will assume you will arrange your own transportation to the hotel, and no free pick-up will be provided.

Fairmont Palliser Hotel

Full Day Free Time in [Banff Town].

Things To Do:

Outdoors:

1. Walk North through Banff Town towards the Banff Sign, where you can take a picture to share with your loved ones.

Next to the sign, you'll notice a trail that eventually meets with the Bow River.

This trail will take you back to down or you can continue following it past Central Park, under the car bridge toward the Banff Pedestrian Bridge.

Cross the pedestrian bridge and you'll find yourself at a fork. Turn left/South East towards the Art In Nature Trail. This will also eventually take you to the Bow Falls and the Banff Springs Hotel.

2. Just North of the Banff Sign is Fenland trail. A 2.1 km loop with creekside paths, wooden bridgets, and towering spruce trees.

In Banff Town:

For Foodies:

Try Beaver Tails, Cows Ice Cream, and The Grizzly House known for its fondue.

For Kids at Heart:

Check out the Rocks & Gems Shop, the Christmas Store, or Loose Moose for fun Souvenirs.

Luxury:

Call ahead to the Banff Springs Hotel and reserve a meal there, spend some time exploring the history of the building, or (for a fee) access their spa and pool area.

Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel

Itinerary:

Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel → Marble Canyon (45 min) → Yoho National Park → Emerald Lake (20 min) → Natural Bridge (15 min) → Lunch Stop at Lake Louise Village  Optional [Grill & Bar] (Asian or Western Set Lunch with additional charges) (45 min) → Lake Louise (60 min) → Banff.

From Calgary, passing through the charming town of [Canmore] and along the scenic Bow Valley, the journey begins toward the majestic Rockies. First stop is [Marble Canyon], where rushing waters carve through dramatic limestone walls, creating a striking natural wonder. Continue west into [Yoho National Park] to visit the quiet beauty of [Emerald Lake], its turquoise waters reflecting the surrounding peaks and forests. Nearby, discover the [Natural Bridge], a powerful rock formation shaped by the relentless force of the Kicking Horse River.

Enjoy a relaxing lunch stop at [Lake Louise Village] with an optional Grill & Bar Set Lunch (Asian or Western menu available, additional charges apply) before heading to the breathtaking [Lake Louise]. Spend an hour taking in its iconic turquoise waters, framed by the majestic Victoria Glacier and the elegant [Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise]. Indulge in an optional Afternoon Tea at Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise (additional charges apply), featuring premium teas and pastries with stunning views of the lake and surrounding peaks. Continue your journey to [Banff Town], where boutique shops, cozy cafés, and mountain charm invite you to explore. As the day winds down, return comfortably to Banff.

Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise Hotel

Itinerary:

Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise Hotel → Peyto Lake (75 min) → Bow Lake (15 min) → Lake Louise Village [optional lunch (grill and bar set lunch)] (45 min) → Vermilion Lakes Viewpoint (15 min) → Lake Minnewanka (20 min) → Two Jack Lake (15 min) → Banff/Canmore/Calgary

From Calgary, travel west through the mountain gateway of [Canmore] en route to the legendary Icefields Parkway. Your first panorama is the glacier-fed jewel of [Peyto Lake], famed for its vivid turquoise hue and sweeping lookout over Bow Summit. Continue to serene [Bow Lake], where still waters mirror ancient peaks and time seems to slow.

Return south to [Lake Louise Village] for an optional [Grill & Bar Set Lunch], a relaxed break amid alpine scenery. Then swing back toward Banff for the classic postcard vista at [Vermilion Lakes Viewpoint], where glassy wetlands frame the skyline. Round out the afternoon along the Minnewanka Loop: stroll the vast shores of [Lake Minnewanka],  rich with stories, and pause at tranquil [Two Jack Lake], a favourite for its calm reflections and easy lakeside wander.

If you plan to connect to a flight departing from Calgary on the same evening:

For domestic flights within Canada, please book a departure after 9:00 PM.

For international flights, please book a departure after 10:00 PM.