Without the Crowds | Icefields Parkway | Athabasca Glacier
This private guided Banff and Jasper National Park tour may be just what you need. Escape the crowds and witness nature's breathtaking spring, summer fall and winter transformation. The itineraries for this tour are based on the cultural heritage and history of Banff and Jasper National Park . An essential part of this tour is taking short and easy walks away from crowds. Travelers with all abilities can manage these walks.
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Without the Crowds | Icefields Parkway | Athabasca Glacier
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(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Lake Louise
The Stoney Nakoda's (Native American ) called Lake Louise Ho-run-num-nay meaning "lake of the little fishes" and it was a Stoney guide who took Canadian Pacific Railway (CPR) workman Tom Wilson to the site in 1882. Wilson named it Emerald Lake, but the name was changed (1884) to honour Princess Louise Caroline Alberta, fourth daughter of Queen Victoria and wife of Governor General the marquess of Lorne. At this stop you will learn the story of Tom Wilson the first guide in Banff National Park as well the member of the Steele's Scouts Commemorative Militia Cavalry who participated in bringing down Louis Riel's North-West Rebellion.
Bow Lake
Bow Lake sits at an elevation of 1920 meters and spends most of the year locked away in ice. The lake acts as the source of the Bow River that flows through Banff, Canmore, and Calgary. When we stop at Bow Lake you will learn the story of Jimmy Simpson who was one of the most important guides, outfitter, lodge operator, hunter, naturalist and artist in the Canadian Rockies. This story is about a legendary man who ascended some of the highest peaks in the range and guided leading scientists, mountaineers, big-game hunters and world-famous artists through some of the most unimaginable scenery on earth to entertain thousands of visitors at his famous lodge at Bow Lake.
Peyto Lake
Before named Peyto the lake was known as Doghead Lake—exactly what it resembles from any high point near its south end looking north. It was renamed for guide/outfitter, Bill Peyto, who would later become one of Canada’s first Banff National Park warden. The panoramic lookout is insanely beautiful.
Inclusions
- Private transportation
- All Fees and Taxes
- Private Guide
- Small private group maximum 2-3 travelers
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This private tour will have a maximum of 3 travelers
- Free pick up/drop off from Hotel and Airbnb
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Please arrive at the pick up point 30 minutes before departure time.