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Private 2-Day Jasper & Columbia Icefields Parkway Tour

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Duration
2 Days
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Tour Type
Guided Tour
Multiday Tour
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Group Size
Up to 14 People
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Tour Guide
1 Tour Guide
Jasper

Private 2-Day Jasper & Columbia Icefields Parkway Tour

Private 2-Day Jasper & Icefields Parkway Tour

Experience the stunning Icefields Parkway with a private guide. Visit Bow Lake, Peyto Lake, Athabasca Glacier, Sunwapta Falls, Athabasca Falls, Maligne Canyon, Pyramid Lake, and more. Enjoy a flexible itinerary at your own pace with private transportation from Calgary, Banff, or Canmore. Overnight in Jasper (hotel not included).


  • Private guided tour along the Icefields Parkway
  • See Bow Lake, Peyto Lake, Sunwapta Falls, and Athabasca Falls
  • View the Athabasca Glacier from Columbia Icefield (no Icefield Adventure included)
  • Explore Jasper highlights: Maligne Canyon, Pyramid Lake & Pyramid Island, Maligne Lake (cruise not included)
  • Overnight in Jasper (hotel not included)
  • Flexible stops for photography, hikes, and wildlife spotting

Day 1 – Icefields Parkway to Jasper

Bow Lake: A calm, glacier-fed lake perfect for morning photography.

Peyto Lake Viewpoint: Iconic turquoise lake shaped like a wolf-head with panoramic views.

Saskatchewan River Crossing: Scenic rest stop with washrooms and mountain views.

Columbia Icefield – Athabasca Glacier: View the glacier from the viewpoint.

Sunwapta & Athabasca Falls: Dramatic waterfalls with safe walking paths and viewpoints.

Arrival in Jasper: Check-in to your hotel (not included). Explore Jasper town at leisure.

Day 2 – Jasper Highlights & Return

SkyTram: Ride the highest tramway in Canada (ticket not included).

Maligne Canyon: Explore slot canyons and waterfalls along the pathways.

Maligne Lake: Optional boat cruise not included. Famous Spirit Island views.

Lunch & Scenic Return: Free time in town, then return via Icefields Parkway with flexible stops.

Wildlife: Potential sightings include elk, deer, bears, moose, bighorn sheep, and foxes (not guaranteed).

  • ✅ Comfortable walking shoes
  • 🧥 Warm layers or jacket
  • 🕶️ Sunglasses & sunscreen
  • 📸 Camera or smartphone
  • 💧 Water bottle & light snacks

  • This is a private tour with private vehicle and private guide.
  • Hotel in Jasper is NOT included — please book in advance.
  • Jasper SkyTram, Maligne Lake Cruise, and Icefield Adventure are NOT included.
  • Itinerary may adjust due to weather, wildlife, or road conditions.
  • Please be ready 5 minutes before pickup.

Free Cancellation — Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund!


🕒 Departure Time Flexible (Recommended start: 7:00 AM)
📍 Pickup Locations Calgary • Canmore • Banff (Hotel pickup included)
✅ Included
  • ✔️ Private transportation
  • ✔️ Professional private driver-guide
  • ✔️ National Park entry
  • ✔️ Water bottles
  • ✔️ Custom flexible itinerary
❌ Excluded
  • ❌ Hotel in Jasper
  • ❌ Meals & beverages
  • ❌ Jasper SkyTram
  • ❌ Maligne Lake Cruise
  • ❌ Icefield Adventure
  • ❌ Gratuities
  • ❌ Personal expenses
Your private guide will tailor the day to your interests and pace. Please be ready 5 minutes before pickup.

Details

Travel with your own private guide along one of the world’s most breathtaking highways. The Icefields Parkway is consistently ranked among the best scenic drives on the planet, offering uninterrupted views of towering peaks, glaciers, turquoise lakes, and diverse wildlife. With a private guide, you’ll enjoy commentary, storytelling, hidden viewpoints, and complete flexibility throughout the journey.

Bow Lake is one of the most peaceful glacier-fed lakes along the Icefields Parkway.
You can enjoy calm reflections, beautiful morning light, and striking mountain backdrops — ideal for photography and a refreshing start to your journey.
Famous for its turquoise colour and unique wolf-head shape, Peyto Lake offers breathtaking views from an elevated viewpoint.
You’ll walk along a short, well-maintained path to the observation platform for unforgettable panoramic photos.
A scenic rest area and mountain viewpoint, perfect for a short break, washrooms, and stretching your legs.
The valley opens up, offering wide views of surrounding peaks and river landscapes.
One of the largest non-polar icefields in the world.
Your guide will take you to the glacier viewpoint where you can see the dramatic ice formations and learn about the glacier’s history and retreat over time.
(Please note: Ice Explorer / Skywalk experiences tickets are not included.)
A powerful waterfall dropping through a narrow canyon.
You can explore the area through short walking paths and capture images of the swirling turquoise water.
One of the most dramatic and powerful waterfalls in the Rockies.
Safe walkways lead to multiple viewpoints where you can see the water push through carved limestone channels — a great mix of beauty and geology.
Check in to your Jasper hotel (not included).
Spend the evening exploring Jasper’s charming town, local restaurants, souvenir shops, and peaceful mountain atmosphere.
Canada’s highest aerial tramway.
It takes you near the summit of Whistlers Mountain, offering sweeping views of Jasper National Park, alpine valleys, and surrounding peaks.
(Admission not included.)
A deep limestone gorge known for waterfalls, bridges, and narrow canyon walls.
Your guide will walk with you to scenic viewpoints and explain the canyon’s geology, underground rivers, and formation.
One of the most iconic lakes in the Canadian Rockies.
You may take an optional boat cruise (not included) to see Spirit Island, one of Canada’s most photographed locations.
Even without the cruise, the shore views are beautiful and peaceful.
Enjoy lunch at one of Jasper’s restaurants or cafés.
Relax, explore, or shop before starting your scenic return journey.
On the drive back, your guide will stop at scenic spots you may have missed earlier — lakes, viewpoints, wildlife areas, or short hikes based on your interests and available daylight.
Jasper and the Icefields Parkway are major wildlife corridors.
You may see elk, deer, black bears, grizzly bears, foxes, moose, coyotes, mountain goats, or bighorn sheep.
Sightings are common but never guaranteed.

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