4-Day Canadian Rockies Winter Tour With 1-Night Stay at The Fairmont CHATEAU

Welcome to Calgary, also known as “Cowtown”.

Upon arrival at the airport, we'll transfer you to the hotel (Pick up in every two hours from 10:00am to 10:00pm). The rest of the day is at your leisure.
You can take one of the following options tours. (Arrival time must be before 12:00pm)

1. Calgary City Tour (3-hour): A guided tour takes you to explore the city; from the historic site to the newest modern building. (Includes guide service, transportation, admission)

2. CrossIron Mill Outlets with transfers (own expense): Discover the biggest one-level shopping center in Alberta.

Departure from hotel and start your journey to the Famous Canadian Rockies, the sightseeing points include:
● Banff National Park: Canada first National Park.
● Johnston Canyon: Known for its walking trail throughout the year. (approx. 60 mins)
**Free Crampon are provided**
● Banff Sulphur Mt Gondola(optional): Take a scenic cableway ride to viewing decks and hiking trails at the summit of Sulphur Mountain. (stop for about 90 minutes)
● Bow Falls: The filming location of "The river of no return" in 1960' (stop for about 15 minutes)
● Surprise Corner: Breathtaking View for The Castle In the Rockies. (stop for about 15 minutes)
● Hoodoos: Hoodoos are composed sedimentary rock covered by harder rock that is harder to erode. Once softer sediment erodes rock needle, or tower like natural obstacles are left. (approx. 15 mins) 
● Banff Town: The Biggest town of National town, many shops and restaurants waiting for discovery

We will go deeper into Rockies today; the sightseeing points include:

● Lake Louise + Snowshoeing: This beautiful lake is named after Princess Louise Caroline Alberta. Famous photo-taking location. In summer, you can go boating on the lake or walk on the lakeside and enjoy a leisurely lunch. In winter, you can walk on the lake with snowshoes (provided) and experience the charming snow scenery (Stop for about 2 hours)
**Free Snowshoeing experience will provide (about 20 minutes) / weather dependent**
● YOHO National Park: Native people call " it is wonderful".
● Spiral Tunnel: The construction and extra track effectively doubled the length of the climb and reduced the gradient to 2.2%. (Pass through)
● Emerald Lake: It is the largest of Yoho’s 61 lakes and ponds, as well as one of the park’s premier tourist attractions. (stop for about 20 minutes)
● Natural Bridge: Sculpted by the erosive forces of rushing water over what had once been a waterfall, the Natural Bridge is a powerful reminder of how much influence water has in shaping the landscape. (stop for about 15 minutes)

Today, enjoy the fun outdoor activities:
● Lake Louise Ski Resort: One of the largest ski area in Canada with over 100 ski lanes to fit all levels need. (stop for about 2 hours)
- Tubing (Optional): Exchange your skis and snowboard for inflatable tube and let gravity work in your favor. Originally used as transportation by the Inuit and First Nations groups of Canada, tubing has been adapted into a thrillingly fun winter activity.
- Lake Louise Sightseeing Gondola (Optional): Cruise to the top of the mountain to enjoy one of the Banff National Park’s greatest views! From 2088m (6850ft), the spectacular scenery is yours to explore at will.
● Lake Minnewanka: A glacial lake located in the eastern area of Banff National Park, is the longest lake in the mountain parks of Canadian Rockies. (stop for about 20 minutes)
● Heli Tours (Optional) - Enjoy the spectacular view of Rocky Mountain from Helicopter. (flying time about 20 minutes)
**SEASONAL SPECIAL For JAN-MAR departure, we will visit the "Bubble Lake (Abraham Lake)" instead of Minnewanka Lake.
● Abraham Lake: An artificial lake on North Saskatchewan River in western Alberta, is home to rare phenomenon where bubbles get frozen right underneath its surface.

Return to Calgary in late afternoon for flight back home or stay one more night in Cowtown (suggested to book your return flight departs after 9:30 pm)