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Banff Lakes Tour: Iconic Lakes and Hiking
4.8
382 Ratings
Calgary
Discover Banff’s iconic lakes and hike Johnston Canyon. Enjoy a full-day adventure with convenient pick-up and drop-off options. Book your unforgettable journey now.
Discover Banff’s iconic lakes and hike Johnston Canyon. Enjoy a full-day adventure with convenient pick-up and drop-off options. Book your unforgettable journey now.
Duration:
11 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Banff National Park - The tour begins from Calgary, Canmore, or Banff. The drive from Calgary to Banff National Park, where the tour starts, usually takes about 1.5 hours.
- Castle Mountain - Pass by the iconic Castle Mountain in Banff.
- Lake Louise - Discover Lake Louise, a turquoise jewel in Banff National Park. Admire the renowned…
- Banff National Park - The tour begins from Calgary, Canmore, or Banff. The drive from Calgary to Banff National Park, where the tour starts, usually takes about 1.5 hours.
- Castle Mountain - Pass by the iconic Castle Mountain in Banff.
- Lake Louise - Discover Lake Louise, a turquoise jewel in Banff National Park. Admire the renowned Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise Resort and enjoy breathtaking views of Victoria Glacier at the base of the snow-covered Mount Victoria. Capture the perfect photo at the pristine shores of this glacial lake.
- Lake Louise Village North - Stop for lunch at Lake Louise Village or Lake Louise Ski Resort: Enjoy a meal of your choice at your own expense.
- Moraine Lake - (Open from June 1 to Oct 13), Moraine Lake is famous for its vibrant blue waters and the stunning Valley of the Ten Peaks. This harmonious blend of natural beauty and serenity invites you to capture a postcard-perfect moment, creating memories that will last a lifetime. (Emerald Lake and Natural Bridge will be alternatives to Moraine Lake from Oct 14 - May 31)
- Emerald Lake - Alternative to Moraine Lake (Oct 14 - May 31)(30 MINS) Emerald Lake in Yoho National Park, with its striking emerald-green waters and mountain views. Whether you’re walking along the shoreline, don’t miss the charming wooden bridge for stunning photo opportunities.
- Natural Bridge - Alternative to Moraine Lake (Oct 14 - May 31)(15 MINS) Natural Bridge in Yoho National Park, carved by the relentless force of the Kicking Horse River over thousands of years. This magnificent limestone arch spans the river, captivating visitors with its sheer beauty and grandeur.
- Johnston Canyon - Johnston Canyon, a top attraction in Banff. Follow the scenic path alongside Johnston Creek to discover dramatic waterfalls, misty cliffs, and abundant wildlife.
- Vermilion Lakes - (Visit between June 1 - Oct 13) Visit the mirror-like surface of the lakes, reflecting the towering, snow-capped peaks of Mount Rundle and Sulphur Mountain. The surrounding wetlands are teeming with wildlife, from graceful waterfowl gliding across the water to the occasional sighting of a moose or elk along the shoreline.
- Banff Avenue - (Either Banff Avenue OR Bow Falls visit) Explore Banff Avenue’s shops and galleries, indulge in local cuisine, shop for souvenirs, and relax in the surrounding natural beauty for breathtaking views.
- Bow Falls - (Either Banff Avenue OR Bow Falls visit) Bow Falls is a stunning waterfall located near Banff, just a short distance from the iconic Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel. Its powerful, cascading waters and scenic backdrop make it a must-see attraction for visitors to the area.
- Calgary - The tour concludes in Banff, with the option to choose a drop-off location in Banff, Canmore, or Calgary. The transfer from Banff to Calgary typically takes about 90 minutes.
What's Included
- Local tour guide as driver
- Air conditioned tour van
- Admission to Emerald Lake & Natural Bridge (Oct 14 - May 31)
- Admission to Moraine Lake & Vermilion Lakes (June 1 - Oct 13)
- Visit Banff Avenue OR Bow Falls at last stop
- Crampons provided in winter (use at own responsibility)
- Local tour guide as driver
- Air conditioned tour van
- Admission to Emerald Lake & Natural Bridge (Oct 14 - May 31)
- Admission to Moraine Lake & Vermilion Lakes (June 1 - Oct 13)
- Visit Banff Avenue OR Bow Falls at last stop
- Crampons provided in winter (use at own responsibility)
What's Not Included
- Suggested guide tips ($12 cash per person)
- Meals
- Travel insurance
- Suggested guide tips ($12 cash per person)
- Meals
- Travel insurance
Additional Information
Travel in style and comfort in an air-conditioned vehicle, accompanied by a friendly and knowledgeable local guide who will share personal anecdotes, insider advice, and highlight the best photo opportunities along the journey. This is an ideal way to explore the stunning Banff National Park in just one day, without the hassle of planning or navigating….
Travel in style and comfort in an air-conditioned vehicle, accompanied by a friendly and knowledgeable local guide who will share personal anecdotes, insider advice, and highlight the best photo opportunities along the journey. This is an ideal way to explore the stunning Banff National Park in just one day, without the hassle of planning or navigating.
Enjoy a full-day tour of Banff’s most famous lakes, such as Lake Louise and Moraine Lake (substituted by Emerald Lake and Natural Bridge from October 14 to May 31). Set out on the top hiking trail at Johnston Canyon. Conclude your adventure by soaking in the charm of Banff Avenue. The tour offers pick-up points at Calgary, Canmore, or Banff, and you can select your drop-off point at Banff, Canmore, or Calgary.
- The itinerary is subject to change due to weather conditions, attraction closures, or traffic issues.
Location
Delta Hotels by Marriott Calgary Downtown
4 Avenue Southeast
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.8
(382 Ratings)
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Jennifer_w
Feb 21, 2026
Great Fun! - What a fun excursion! We saw so many different things in one day, starting the morning with a hike to see a frozen waterfall at Johnston Canyon. Then off to gorgeous Lake Louise, Emerald Lake, Natural Bridge and finally Bow Falls and Banff. Samuel, our driver and tour guide, was great and shared lots of information about the area. It was so nice to be able to sit back and enjoy the scenery and not worry about driving over snow covered roads and finding all the destinations. If you want a taste of quite a few attractions in one day, this is definitely a tour you will enjoy!
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Alicia_a
Feb 18, 2026
Great tour and guide was... - Great tour and guide was fun. His name was Sammy and we really had a nice time. Some tours are extremely long and by the end of it you are ready for it to be over, this tour was a nice amount of time without being too long. We did the pick up in Banff, so if you are doing Calgary you need to add on an extra 1.5 hours to each end of the trip time.
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Jeanclarence_a
Feb 6, 2026
Yoho! Wow! - We had an incredible time on our tour thanks to Sammy! He was an exceptional driver: professional, safe, and a wealth of knowledge. He kept us entertained throughout the journey with useful historical insights and fun facts that really added depth to the scenery. Whenever I visit a new place, I always try to eat like a local, so I truly appreciated his recommendations. I tried the bison pie in Lake Louise and an elk hamburger in Banff; both were delicious! The car was in great condition and very comfortable. All the tour stops were well-timed and beautiful. My only minor wish is that our final stop in Banff could have been an hour or so longer to allow for more exploration, and we wouldn't have minded getting home a bit later. However, I understand the safety concerns and that some passengers might get tired. We tipped at the end, which was highly deserved! My friends and I greatly enjoyed this tour. It would be perfect for solo travelers, too! I highly recommend booking this tour.
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Taseenz2025
Jan 27, 2026
Bucket list worthy - Best trip I’ve had so far. Even in winter, it was still incredibly memorable. The only downside was the windows frosting over from the cold, not a fault, just a consequence of the weather. Aside from that, everything went smoothly and the experience was seamless.
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Anniewh8531rl
Jan 16, 2026
Great tour - Very nice experience, reasonable fee, extremely pleasant driver and guide, and a nice size small group. I would recommend this one-day tour to anyone wanting to see the highlights of the Southern Canadian Rockies
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Nicole_b
Jan 2, 2026
Brilliant stressfree toor - A relaxing way to see a lot of this area in one day no stress just taking it all in.
Our driver/tour guide Sammy was amazing friendly extremely knowledgeable and great sense of humour. A 10 out of 10 day.
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Cindy_w
Dec 23, 2025
Tour was as described and... - Tour was as described and Banff itself did everything. Our guide Andrew was very friendly and kind. I would recommend this tour to someone who don’t drive in Banff.
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Goplaces08998285287
Dec 22, 2025
A Perfect Day Exploring Many Stunning Spots! - It was incredible to visit so many stunning spots in just one tour, and the timing at each stop was managed perfectly.
Our guide, Ben, was funny, knowledgeable, and shared interesting spots along the way, including the stories behind them. He was also very punctual — we arrived at the first pick-up point 20 minutes early, and he was already waiting.
We chose to be picked up in Calgary and dropped off in Banff, with our luggage accommodated free of charge — we really appreciated it.
I would highly recommend this tour — it’s safe, well-organized, responsive, and the scenery is absolutely worth it!
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Corben_v
Jan 23, 2026
Lake Louise Tour - We had a brilliant time during this tour, we went in January and everywhere was white. Ivan was a brilliant tour guide and had lots of info about the history of things. Only downside is that we weren’t able to go to Johnston Canyon, we went to Marble Canyon instead.
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Anonymous
Dec 27, 2025
Best variant is you want save money and see everything - Travel was good. All that we have to see in your - we saw. The bus was simple but 69$ is the cheapest tour that we find. So best variant for this money!!!!!!
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