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4-Day Banff Winter Small Group Tour
$1,499.00 USD
- Prices are subject to change based on seasonality or other factors. Final price will be confirmed by your travel planner.
Rocky Mountains Banff 4-Day Private Tour
Private Small Group • Calgary Arrival/Departure
Private Small Group
Travel with a small private group throughout the journey, enjoy flexibility, personalized service, and in-depth experiences. Professional Chinese-speaking driver ensures smooth communication for a relaxed trip.
Two Major National Parks
Explore Banff and Yoho National Parks in depth, visiting glaciers, lakes, canyons, and other natural wonders to experience the essence of the Rockies.
Banff Gondola & Hot Springs
Take the Banff Gondola for 360-degree panoramic views of the majestic peaks, and relax in the Banff Upper Hot Springs surrounded by snow.
Fairmont Castle Hotels
Visit the iconic Lake Louise and Banff Springs Hotels, experiencing the luxurious history and legendary charm of century-old hotels.
Winter Activities
Enjoy dog sledding in Banff, scenic chairlift rides at Lake Louise Ski Resort, snow tubing, helicopter sightseeing, and other seasonal winter activities.
Seasonal Highlights
Photograph stunning natural sights such as Abraham Lake’s ice bubbles (winter), or experience multi-activity winter fun including skiing, sledding, and more.
Tour Pricing Information
Calgary Arrival • Calgary Departure
Daily Departures • Minimum 2 travelers required
Early Bird Special
Book now until September 15 (Excludes Holidays)
Double Room
CAD 1,499 / person
Triple Room
CAD 1,259 / person
Quad Room
CAD 1,099 / person
Child (11 & under, no bed)
CAD 899 / person
Regular Dates
November 1 - April 15
Double Room
CAD 1,799 / person
Triple Room
CAD 1,499 / person
Quad Room
CAD 1,129 / person
Child (11 & under, no bed)
CAD 1,099 / person
Christmas Period
December 15 - January 3
Double Room
CAD 2,099 / person
Triple Room
CAD 1,769 / person
Quad Room
CAD 1,499 / person
Child (11 & under, no bed)
CAD 1,269 / person
Banff 4-Day Winter Tour Route
Explore the stunning landscapes of Banff & Lake Louise in winter
Map Legend
Start/End Point
Main Attractions
Scenic Stops
Accommodations
Tour Locations
- Calgary (Start/End)
- Johnston Canyon
- Two Jack Lake
- Lake Minnewanka
- Banff Town
- Sulphur Mountain
- Lake Louise
- Banff/Canmore Accommodation
Day 1: Arrival in Calgary & Banff Exploration
- 09:00-10:00: Pickup from Calgary Airport or downtown hotel
- Optional: Wolfdog Sanctuary visit (self-paid)
- Explore Banff Town, Bow Falls, Surprise Corner, Devil's Gap
- Optional: Sulphur Mountain Gondola ride or Banff Upper Hot Springs (self-paid)
Accommodation: Elk + Avenue Hotel / Irwin's Mountain Inn / Caribou Lodge / Charltons Banff / Bow View Lodge or similar in Banff/Canmore area
Day 2: Johnston Canyon & Lakes
- 09:00-10:00: Pickup from Banff/Canmore hotel
- Hike Johnston Canyon (optional ice climbing in winter, self-paid)
- Visit Two Jack Lake, Minnewanka Lake, or Abraham Lake Ice Bubbles (seasonal)
- Explore Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise
- Return to Banff/Canmore for overnight stay
Accommodation: Elk + Avenue Hotel / Irwin's Mountain Inn / Caribou Lodge / Charltons Banff / Bow View Lodge or similar in Banff/Canmore area
Day 3: Castle Mountain & Yoho National Park
- 09:00-10:00: Pickup from Banff/Canmore hotel
- Optional dog sledding experience (self-paid)
- Visit Castle Mountain and Yoho National Park
- Explore Emerald Lake and Natural Bridge
Accommodation: Elk + Avenue Hotel / Irwin's Mountain Inn / Caribou Lodge / Charltons Banff / Bow View Lodge or similar in Banff/Canmore area
Day 4: Jasper, Maligne Lake & Return to Calgary
- 09:00-10:00: Pickup from Banff/Canmore hotel
- Visit Maligne Lake (optional boat cruise)
- Explore Jasper National Park and Spirit Island viewpoints
- Optional: Lake Louise Ski Area (gondola, skiing)
- Stop in Canmore, then return to Calgary downtown/airport
Accommodation: End of tour, no overnight (or optional Calgary hotel)
What's Included & Not Included
What's Included
- Vehicle: 4 days of tour vehicle service, including fuel, tolls, parking fees, and empty return during the itinerary
- Driver: Services of 1 Chinese-speaking driver (10 hours daily, normally 08:00–18:00), including driver fees, tips, meal allowances, and accommodation subsidies
- Park Tickets: Admission to Banff National Park and Yoho National Park
- Accommodation: 3 nights of hotel accommodation (Ctrip-rated 3-diamond hotels). Upgrade to local 4-diamond hotels available upon additional confirmation
- Taxes: Federal Goods and Services Tax (GST) 5%
- Luggage: One piece of luggage per person (up to 24 inches). Additional luggage requires confirmation and may incur extra fees
What's Not Included
- Overtime fees: CAD $50 per person per hour for exceeding the standard vehicle service time, payable directly to the driver
- Meals: All meals are at personal expense (driver can provide recommendations)
- Personal expenses: Hotel taxes, laundry, phone calls, drinks, shopping, pay TV, or any expenses not mentioned in the inclusions
- Travel insurance: Any kind of travel insurance
- Optional activities: Any experiences or activities listed as optional in the itinerary
- Single room supplement: Early bird CAD $600/person; Regular dates CAD $700/person; Christmas period CAD $1200/person
- Group size notice: Guaranteed 6-person small group in low season; in high season group may increase to 8–10 people
Important Notes
- If participants fail to join on the departure day, it will be considered as voluntary abandonment, and no refund will be issued for paid fees.
- Any additional hotel bookings or services are subject to hotel policies regarding refund eligibility.
- If clients withdraw from or cannot participate in any part of the itinerary due to personal reasons (lack of travel documents, lateness, illness, accidents, etc.), no refund will be provided, and no alternative services will be offered as compensation.
- In case of force majeure circumstances such as weather, wars, strikes, etc., which prevent completion of the itinerary, we will strive to ensure the safety of clients and their property. We reserve the right to cancel or adjust part or all of the itinerary and will not bear any direct or indirect responsibility arising from such force majeure events. Paid fees will not be refunded.
Optional Activities & Prices
Details of each activity, opening dates, and prices in CAD per person.
Sulphur Mountain Gondola (Mandatory)
▼Banff Upper Hot Springs
▼Wolfdog Sanctuary
▼Banff Horse-Drawn Sleigh (40 mins)
▼Lake Louise Ski Resort
▼Dog Sledding (1.5h)
▼Helicopter Tour (Three Sisters 25 mins)
▼Johnston Canyon Ice Climbing
▼Remarks: Prices listed are reference only. Peak season and holiday prices may vary. Actual charges will be confirmed upon booking. Please check official websites for up-to-date opening times. If an activity or attraction is unavailable during your visit, the driver will extend sightseeing at other locations.
Cancellation Policy & Important Notes
Cancellation Policy
| Cancellation Time | Refund Amount |
|---|---|
| 31 days or more before departure | 100% refund of order amount |
| 14–30 days before departure | 50% refund of order amount |
| Within 14 days of departure (inclusive) | No refund |
- No refunds or changes are allowed on the day of the tour due to lateness or other personal reasons.
- Changing to a different date of the same itinerary is considered a cancellation.
- If an order is already confirmed (e.g., paid but pending processing), the above refund policy still applies.
- The above applies to standard tours. For special tours with specific conditions, please refer to their special terms.
- Note: If the loss calculated based on the above ratios is less than the company’s actual loss, the customer shall compensate for the actual loss, but the maximum shall not exceed the total order cost.
Travel Tips
- Winter in the Rockies can be extremely cold, with temperatures dropping to -20°C or lower. Roads may be icy or closed (e.g., Icefields Parkway). Please check traffic conditions in advance.
- Suggested packing: windproof jacket, warm mid-layers, gloves, hat, scarf, and anti-slip boots.
- Wildlife encounters are common. Feeding animals is strictly prohibited. Do not leave the vehicle to observe large animals.
- Smoking is strictly prohibited in hotel rooms. Violators may be fined CAD $300 or more.
- Many hotels in the Rockies are 3–4 story wooden buildings without elevators. Smoking in national parks is strongly discouraged—only smoke in designated areas and do not litter cigarette butts.
- For environmental reasons, hotels generally do not provide toothpaste, toothbrushes, slippers, or combs. Only body wash, shampoo, conditioner, and soap are provided.
- Most hotel rooms in North America do not have kettles. Please ask the front desk for hot water if needed, or use the coffee machine properly.
- Scenic areas do not provide hot (boiled) drinking water. Please prepare before leaving the hotel.
- Canada uses 110V voltage with three-prong plugs (one round pin on top, two parallel flat pins below).
- We strongly recommend purchasing travel medical insurance (including cancellation coverage) before joining the tour.
Booking Information
- This is a destination join-in tour. Please prepare a valid travel visa. Depending on your passport, an eTA may be required. For details: Canada eTA Info
- Please provide accurate and complete booking information (name, gender, contact, adult/child, etc.) to avoid errors affecting your trip. You are responsible for losses caused by missing information.
- If you do not receive confirmation 7 days before departure, please contact us promptly.
- To ensure a smooth trip, we recommend booking activity tickets and additional services at the time of reservation. No extra bookings are accepted within 7 days of departure or during the tour.
- This is a group tour with other travelers. Itinerary sequence may be adjusted based on departure dates while maintaining promised services.
- Hotels: North America does not have an official star rating system. Hotels in the itinerary are local brand hotels.
- Standard hotel rooms have either one large bed or two beds. Please indicate preferences at booking—we will try our best but cannot guarantee.
- Tour components (transport, hotels, restaurants, attractions, language) may vary depending on region. Services may be bilingual (Mandarin/English).
- Service providers (transport, hotels, restaurants, attractions) each have their own rules for safety and liability. In case of accidents or losses, their policies apply; our company bears no responsibility.
- In special circumstances (e.g., severe weather, traffic accidents), we reserve the right to modify or cancel the itinerary.
- We strongly recommend purchasing travel insurance.
- Flight cancellations, delays, weather, and other travel issues fall under service provider regulations. Our company bears no responsibility.
Special Notes
- Optional activities are reference prices only. Prices may vary during peak/holiday seasons. Final prices are subject to confirmation (see attached activity list).
- Opening hours of attractions are subject to official announcements. If closed, time will be reallocated to other attractions.
Important Notes
- If your tour includes airport transfers, please provide accurate flight details and arrive at the designated pick-up point on time. Each booking includes only one transfer. Incorrect info may incur extra charges or re-arrangement to the next available shuttle.
- Some hotels may require a credit card deposit during check-in to cover incidental expenses (e.g., phone, laundry, meals).
- If you need assistance before your trip, our Chinese customer service is available.
- All tickets and meals must be pre-booked. No bookings will be accepted during the tour.
- Please arrive at the agreed meeting point on time during the tour. If you are late and miss the tour, you must travel to the next meeting point at your own expense.
- You may stay at different hotels during the tour. Drivers will coordinate transfers accordingly.
- You may have different vehicles or guides throughout the trip. Thank you for your understanding.
- If you need to leave the group, you must sign the “Group Departure Confirmation Form.”
- Travelers under 16 must be accompanied by an adult (18+).
- Complimentary activities are non-refundable if canceled due to weather, traffic, or personal reasons.
- If you have special requests (bed type, vegetarian meals, baby seats, etc.), please inform us at least 7 days in advance. We will try our best but cannot guarantee.
How to Book with TravelTides
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Trip Inquiry
Provide your travel details to our customer service for a personalized quote.
2
Trip Confirmation
Confirm the final itinerary and price with our team.
3
Order Payment
Complete secure online payment as instructed by our customer service.
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Add Travel Concierge
A dedicated travel concierge will be assigned and a group chat created 2–3 days before departure.
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Safe Travel
Verify your itinerary and enjoy a smooth, worry-free journey.