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2-Day Rockies Route C Calgary Round Trip | Limited-time Free National Park Tickets, Banff & Yoho, Sulphur Mountain, Johnston Canyon, Lake Louise, Emerald Lake & Moraine Lake

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Highlights

  • [Gateway City]Calgary serves as the gateway to the Rockies. Only a 1.5-hour ride leads to the national parks, letting you stay away from tiring long-distance travel and embrace nature with ease.
  • [Panoramic Overlook]Take the Banff Gondola up to Sulphur Mountain, overlook the panoramic view of Banff, and experience the magnificence and vastness of the Rocky Mountains.
  • [Lakeside Fairyland]Lake Louise sparkles like a sapphire, Emerald Lake glistens like green jade, and Moraine Lake presents a dreamlike paradise for you to indulge in natural fairy scenery.
  • Limited-time complimentary National Park tickets are offered for trips from May 1 to October 31, 2026, available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Itinerary

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Day 1: Calgary - Banff National Park - Sulphur Mountain - Johnston Canyon

Summary of the Day:

Morning 
Travel to Banff National Park, where the day begins on Sulphur Mountain. Ride the Banff Gondola (optional) for sweeping, high-alpine views—snow-capped peaks encircling a dramatic Rocky Mountain landscape. 
 
Midday 
Continue to the iconic Hoodoos, wind-sculpted rock pillars perched above the Bow River(Hoodoos viewpoint closed until July 1; alternative stop at Vermilion Lakes (approx. 15 mins). Feel the power of Bow Falls as whitewater surges past dark stone, then stop at Surprise Corner for a postcard-perfect view of the river and the legendary Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel. 
Step inside this castle-inspired landmark and enjoy lunch (optional). Guests may upgrade to a refined French-brasserie–style dining experience. 
 
Afternoon 
Explore Johnston Canyon, one of the Rockies’ most beloved canyon walks. Follow elevated pathways to thundering waterfalls framed by limestone walls. 
If Johnston Canyon is closed due to maintenance or other unforeseen conditions, the visit will be replaced with Lake Minnewanka and Two Jack Lake. 
 
Evening 
Check in to your hotel in Banff and unwind, surrounded by mountain serenity 

 
Itinerary Arrangement
Calgary - Banff Gondola (optional, 90 min) - Hoodoos (15 min) - Bow Falls (15 min) - Surprise Corner (15 min) - Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel & lunch (optional, 90 min) - Johnston Canyon (60 min) - Banff (overnight) 

Lunch: Group lunch available for optional add-on.
1. The upgraded lunch will be served at Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel, featuring French bistro-style cuisine. Taste local Banff charm through fine dining at this iconic Fairmont property. A UNESCO heritage site built in Scottish castle style, the hotel stands as a landmark of the Canadian Rockies with its classic elegance and serene retreat vibe.
2. Arrival time in Banff is subject to change due to activity schedules, thank you for your understanding.
3. The actual itinerary order may be adjusted according to departure dates to ensure a smooth tour arrangement.

Meals Included: Breakfast:None / Lunch:None / Dinner:None
Hotel: Mount Royal Hotel/ Banff Inn/Canalta Lodg/Caribou Lodge/Rundlestone Lodge or similar hotels

Day 2: Lake Louise - Moraine Lake - Yoho National Park - Calgary/Banff

Summary of the Day:

Depart early in the morning and travel west along the iconic Trans-Canada Highway (Highway 1). Towering ahead is dramatic Castle Mountain, its sheer cliffs rising like a stone fortress. 
 
Soon you arrive at Lake Louise, the crown jewel of the Rockies. Sunlight dances across mineral-rich waters, revealing a mesmerizing sapphire blue. Cradled by the soaring Victoria Glacier on three sides, the lake feels like a gemstone set among the peaks—earning its nickname, “the Sapphire of the Rockies.” From the shoreline, the elegant Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise appears nestled among pine forests, a timeless alpine icon. 
 
Next, ascend to the viewpoint overlooking Moraine Lake (seasonal). Its crystal-clear turquoise waters mirror the jagged skyline of the Ten Peaks. From above, the sweeping panorama is unforgettable—time seems to stand still. 
Important Note – Moraine Lake (Seasonal Access) 
Moraine Lake is typically open from the Victoria Day long weekend in May to late September/early October, subject to Parks Canada conditions. 
If closed, the visit will be replaced with Lake Minnewanka (30 min) and Vermilion Lakes (15 min). In this case, the Moraine Lake mandatory fee will not be charged. 
 
Afterward, enjoy lunch at Lake Louise Village (own expense; optional Chinese or Western set menu available). Continue west, passing the historic Spiral Tunnels, an engineering marvel built through the mountains, and enter Yoho National Park. 
 
At serene Emerald Lake, emerald waters ripple gently as red canoes glide across the surface—one of the park’s most tranquil scenes. Then visit Natural Bridge, sculpted over centuries by the rushing Kicking Horse River, where forest, river, and distant mountains form a living landscape painting. 
 
On the return journey, stop in Banff Town to soak up its charming mountain-village atmosphere before heading back to Calgary. 


Itinerary Arrangement
Banff - Lake Louise (75 min) - Moraine Lake (60 min) - Lake Louise Village lunch (own expense; optional Grill & Bar set lunch, 45 min) - Emerald Lake (20 min) - Natural Bridge (15 min) - Banff/Calgary
 

Breakfast: Optional group meal available;
Lunch: Optional group meal available;
The add-on lunch will be served at Lake Louise Village Grill & Bar, with Chinese or Western set meals to choose from.

Drop-off Points (For reference only, subject to actual arrangement)

[NE Calgary] Best Western Premier Calgary Plaza Hotel
[Downtown] Bus station in front of Harry Hays Building (across the street from the Delta Calgary Downtown hotel), on 4th Ave SE, Calgary
[Banff Town] Elk + Avenue Hotel
[YYC Dropoff] Calgary International Airport Departure Terminal (Please ensure that your flight departs YYC after 9:30 pm for Canada domestic, 22:30pm for international flights)


Meals Included: Breakfast:None / Lunch:None / Dinner:None

Pricing

  1. Holiday Price/Person By Occupancy :

 

What's Included:

1. Transportation: Comfortable air-conditioned tour coach

2. Tour Guide: Bilingual guide (Mandarin / English)

3. Accommodation: Standard rooms at listed hotels; room type subject to final hotel arrangement

4. Insurance: Travel traffic accident insurance

5. 5% Federal GST (Goods and Services Tax)

Admissions and optional tours (The following admissions and optional tours ticket prices are for reference only. The opening hours of the attractions are subject to seasonal adjustment. In case of closure, the tour guide will be adjusted according to the actual situation without prior notice.)
Subject Of Entry Adult/per. Child/per. Elder/per. Remark
Mandatory Service Charge CAD32.00 CAD32.00 CAD32.00
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Pick-up Location

  • 卡尔加里
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Time Location
07:30am
Best Western Premier Calgary Plaza Hotel , 卡尔加里
1316 33rd St NE, Calgary AB T2A 6B6 , Please wait in the hotel lobby.
07:45am
Across the street from the Harry Hays Building, 卡尔加里
316 Riverfront Ave SE, Calgary,AB T2G 5R1

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How to book:

Your purchase does not guarantee confirmation. Your purchase will initiate a reservation process. We will confirm with you via email within one to two business days.

Prices may vary due to availability. We reserve the right to make price adjustment without prior notice.

Please refer to our Customer Amendment, Cancellation and Refund Policy before you make reservation.

Local tour provider reserves the right to make modifications to tour arrangements including order of tour activities, hotel and its location if deemed necessary.

Booking process:
1. Place Order: Choose the departure date, pick-up location, number of adults/children, and tours or activities that you like, provide all required information and then place your order.
2. Complete Payment: You can pay with Discover, Master and Visa card, or with PayPal. Once you have completed the payment, you will receive a Reservation Form. The Reservation Form is not your voucher.
3. Confirm Order: Confirmation of your order will take up to 2 business days, depending on availability. If the tour you have chosen is unavailable or cancelled, we will offer you a full refund.
4. Get E-Voucher: Once your order has been confirmed, we will immediately send an E-Voucher to your email. Please read it carefully and keep it with you while traveling.
After You Book:

Immediately after submitting your reservation you will receive a Receipt of Reservation via email.

Within one to two business days of submitting your reservation you will receive a confirmation email from us. If you need to book an airline ticket, we recommend that you do so after you receive a confirmation of your tour reservation from us.

An E-Ticket will be sent to you via email as soon as details of your reservation are confirmed or your supporting information is received by us. We will provide you with all detailed information about your tour on the E-Ticket. Contact information for local tour provider will be included on E-Ticket for your convenience or re-confirmation purpose if re-confirmation is required.

Simply print your E-Ticket and present it with your valid photo ID on the day of your activity to your tour guide. Please remember E-Ticket is your proof of purchase.

Amendment/Cancellation/Refund policy

Once you receive your electronic travel voucher, your order has been confirmed. For any reason that you cannot attend the tour or desert the groupearly, there will be no refund for unused tours. All flights and hotel cannot be changed or canceled once confirm.

The specific amendment/refund criteria are as follows:
  • 1U.S. & Mexico travel packages
Cancellation Made Within Refund Policy
1-day tour Non-refundable
7 Days Prior to Departure Date Non-refundable
8-14 Days Prior to Departure Date 50% of payment is refunded
15-29 Days Prior to Departure Date 75% of payment is refunded (Mexico is 60%)
30 or More Days Prior to Departure Date 90% of payment is refunded
  • 2Alaska travel packages
Cancellation Made Within Refund Policy
1-day tour Non-refundable
10 Days Prior to Departure Date(including 10 days) Non-refundable
11-21 Days Prior to Departure Date 45% of payment is refunded
22-30 Days Prior to Departure Date 65% of payment is refunded
30 or More Days Prior to Departure Date 90% of payment is refunded
  • 3Hawaii travel packages (exclude Hawaii inter-island air ticket)
Cancellation Made Within Refund Policy
7 Days Prior to Departure Date Non-refundable
8-14 Days Prior to Departure Date 15% of payment is refunded
15 or More Days Prior to Departure Date 50% of payment is refunded
Tour package with "Once confirmed, no refund" notice Non-refundable
  • 4Canada travel packages
Cancellation Made Within Refund Policy
1-day tour Non-refundable
17 Days Prior to Departure Date Non-refundable
18-24 Days Prior to Departure Date 45% of payment is refunded
25-36 Days Prior to Departure Date 65% of payment is refunded
36 or More Days Prior to Departure Date 85% of payment is refunded

Surcharge for hotel upgrading is non-refundable

  • 4Yellowstone National Park travel packages
  • Please refer to "Cancellation and Refund Info" for individual tours.

  • 6European travel packages

Once the Europe Tour package orders and sends a "Tour Confirmation Form" or "E-voucher", no fees will be refunded. Cancellation of special circumstances will be carried out in accordance with the specific provisions of the "Precautions" in each route.

  • 7Australia travel packages
Cancellation Made Within Refund Policy
1-day tour Non-refundable
Air ticket included in the product Non-refundable
14 Days Prior to Departure Date Non-refundable
15-29 Days Prior to Departure Date 75% of payment is refunded
30 or More Days Prior to Departure Date 90% of payment is refunded
  • 8New Zealand travel packages
Cancellation Made Within Refund Policy
1-day tour Non-refundable
21 Days Prior to Departure Date Non-refundable
8-14 Days Prior to Departure Date 40% of payment is refunded
15-29 Days Prior to Departure Date 70% of payment is refunded
30 or More Days Prior to Departure Date 90% of payment is refunded
  • 9Africa travel packages
Cancellation Made Within Refund Policy
1-day tour Non-refundable
Tour package with "Once confirmed, no refund" notice Non-refundable
21 Days Prior to Departure Date Non-refundable
22-29 Days Prior to Departure Date 40% of payment is refunded
30 or More Days Prior to Departure Date 90% of payment is refunded
  • 10South America travel packages
Cancellation Made Within Refund Policy
1-day tour Non-refundable
Tour package with "Once confirmed, no refund" notice Non-refundable
7 Days Prior to Departure Date Non-refundable
8-14 Days Prior to Departure Date 70% of payment is refunded
15-29 Days Prior to Departure Date 50% of payment is refunded
30 or More Days Prior to Departure Date charge $200 penalty, the rest will be refund
  • 11Attraction tickets/ Show tickets/ Bus tickets
  • 12Cruise itinerary (any changes is deemed to be cancelled)
Cancellation Made Within Refund Policy
14 Days Prior to Departure Date Non-refundable
15-29 Days Prior to Departure Date 20% of payment is refunded
30-55 Days Prior to Departure Date 40% of payment is refunded
56-90 Days Prior to Departure Date charge $330 penalty per person, the rest will be refund

The Miami Cruise Line cancellation is subject to the cruise company rules

  • 13Reservation made 7 Days Prior to Departure Date
  • Reservations made 7 days prior to departure date are non-refundable if cancel due to personal reason, regardless of whether you have received the Confirmation Form or E-voucher.

  • 14Confirmed order
  • The following terms apply to the refund policy when canceling or changing a confirmed order

    (a) Reducing the number of travelers

    (b) Rescheduling tour departure date

  • 15Cancel amended order
  • If cancel the order that has been rescheduled tour departure date, refund policy will be applied to the original tour departure date.

  • 16Cancellation of free-fare passenger of "buy 2, Get 1 or 2 Free" offers (exclude Yellowstone National Park tours)
  • If cancellation of free-fare passenger(s) is made at least 10 days before tour departure date, the reservation will be subject to a $50.00 Amendment Fee. No-show or cancellation within 10 days will be assessed a penalty fee as amount of child price.

  • 17The specific amendment/refund criteria after receive Confirmation Form and E-voucher:
  • (a)If amendment is made at least 7 days before tour departure date, the reservation will be subject to a $50.00 Amendment Fee and any other surcharge.

    (b) You can fill the flight information one-time for free after receive Confirmation Form, and will be charge $50 Amendment Fee after.

    (c)If a tour is scheduled to depart within the next 7 days, we will not change a traveler's departure date and will not offer a refund.

  • 18How to Change/ Cancel a Reservation
  • Amendment or Cancellation must be made by filling out and signing the Usitour Amendment Request Form and Cancellation Request Form. Please email, fax or mail to us, and confirm of receiving by calling us. We will process your request within 7 to 15 business days.

    Email: service@usitour.com

    Fax: 626-768-3706

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