Published on Mar, 2023
As this was our first time in Alberta, we decided against renting a car because we wanted to relax and enjoy the scenery. I did a lot of research on the internet to find private transportation and decided on the private Icefields Tour with ABest Transport and Tour Services. They responded to my email inquiry promptly and the booking process was quick and easy.
Our driver Manny was an absolute pleasure. He arrived at our hotel ahead of schedule and let us know that he was there. The SUV that he picked us up in was very clean and comfortable. Manny made it clear that the day was ours to do what we wanted as this was a private tour.
After listening to what we had in mind, he planned the perfect day for us. We stopped at Lake Louise, Bow Lake, and Peyto Lake. Even though the lakes were frozen over, the scenery was stunning. We made a quick stop near the Columbia Icefield and Athabaskan Glacier and also saw some frozen waterfalls.
Some of the stops that are usually done on the tour in summer were closed for winter so we decided to visit Jasper and have lunch. We shared a great meal at the Jasper Brewing Co. After lunch we drove around Jasper and stopped at Patricia and Pyramid Lakes.
Manny made the day special for my son and me. He is personable, entertaining, and very knowledgeable about the area. He is a safe and careful driver. We loved that he took many photos of us.
We also used ABest for our private rides between the Calgary Airport and Banff. I really like that they are a local company. I would use ABest in the future and would recommend this tour.
