Banff & Icefields Parkway, Canada
What to see at Banff & Icefields Parkway and how to fit it into a Canada trip.
Quick answer
232km past turquoise lakes, ancient glaciers and wildlife including bears, elk and mountain goats.
Best season for Canada: June – September (summer) or December – March (Northern Lights/skiing). Recommended trip length: 10–14 Days.
About Banff & Icefields Parkway
232km past turquoise lakes, ancient glaciers and wildlife including bears, elk and mountain goats. The Columbia Icefield's Skywalk glass cliff-edge platform is the route's most dramatic stop.
Banff & Icefields Parkway is one of 14 places we cover in Canada, and falls on day 2 of our 5-day Canada plan. A 5-day Canada trip from Mumbai costs about ₹1,05,000 per person at budget stays with return flights.
More places to visit in Canada
- Yukon Northern Lights
- Old Quebec City
- Banff & Lake Louise
- Northern Lights
- Niagara Falls
- Vancouver & Whistler
- Toronto & CN Tower
- Churchill Polar Bears
Questions about Banff & Icefields Parkway
What is Banff & Icefields Parkway?
232km past turquoise lakes, ancient glaciers and wildlife including bears, elk and mountain goats. The Columbia Icefield's Skywalk glass cliff-edge platform is the route's most dramatic stop.
When is the best time to visit Banff & Icefields Parkway?
Canada's best season is June – September (summer) or December – March (Northern Lights/skiing), which is the best window for Banff & Icefields Parkway too.
How many days do I need in Canada to include Banff & Icefields Parkway?
Trripah recommends 10–14 Days for Canada. Banff & Icefields Parkway fits into a normal itinerary without extra days.
Can Trripah include Banff & Icefields Parkway in a Canada package?
Yes. Tell us your dates and group and we add Banff & Icefields Parkway to a Canada plan with flights, hotels and transfers, usually within 24 hours.