Tours of the Athabasca Glacier are available from mid-April to mid-October, but tours are dependent on the weather. Tickets cost CA$109 (about $83) and CA$55 (about $42) for adults and kids ...

It's a bit of a drive from Banff Town (about two hours) to the Columbia Icefield Discovery Centre across from the foot of the Athabasca Glacier ... a.m. from May to early October.

stopping at the turquoise waters of Lake Louise and the breathtaking Athabasca Glacier. Hiking enthusiasts can explore a network of trails that lead to awe-inspiring viewpoints. October in Japan ...