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Banff Lakes Tour: Explore Iconic Lakes and Johnston Canyon
4.7
140 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.
Duration:
11 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Banff National Park - Our 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 this iconic mountain in Banff.
- Lake Louise - Discover Lake Louise, a turquoise jewel in Banff National Park. Admire the famous Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise Resort and enjoy breathtaking views of Victoria Glacier at the base of the snow-covered Mount Victoria. This glacial lake’s pristine shores offer a perfect photo opportunity.
- Moraine Lake - (Open from June 1 to Oct 14), Moraine Lake is famous for its striking blue waters and the stunning Valley of the Ten Peaks. This serene natural landscape is ideal for capturing postcard-perfect moments and creating lasting memories. (Lake Minnewanka will be the alternative to Moraine Lake from Oct 15 - May 31)
- Lake Louise Village North - Lunch stop at Lake Louise Village or Lake Louise Ski Resort: Choose your lunch at your own expense.
- Johnston Canyon - A must-see in Banff, Johnston Canyon features a scenic pathway along Johnston Creek, leading to dramatic waterfalls, misty cliffs, and abundant wildlife.
- Vermilion Lakes - Visit the reflective lakes, mirroring the towering, snow-capped peaks of Mount Rundle and Sulphur Mountain. The surrounding wetlands are rich with wildlife, including graceful waterfowl and occasional sightings of moose or elk along the shore.
- Banff Avenue - Stroll through Banff Avenue’s shops and galleries, enjoy local cuisine, shop for souvenirs, and relax in the natural beauty for stunning views.
- Calgary - The tour concludes in Banff, with drop-off options in Banff, Canmore, or Calgary. The transfer from Banff to Calgary typically takes about 90 minutes.
What's Included
- Local tour guide as driver
- National Park Pass
- Air conditioned tour van
What's Not Included
- Suggested guide tips ($12 cash per person)
- Meals
- Travel insurance
Additional Information
Experience a full-day tour of Banff’s most iconic lakes, including Lake Louise and Moraine Lake (replaced by Lake Minnewanka from Oct 15 - May 31). Embark on the best hiking trail at Johnston Canyon. Finish your adventure with a visit to Vermilion Lakes, and immerse yourself in the charm of Banff Avenue. This tour provides pick up point at Calgary/Canmore/Banff, and the tour time is around 7 hours, you will complete the tour and choose drop off point at Banff/Canmore/Calgary
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.
Customer Ratings
4.7
(140 Ratings)
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Susan_c
Sep 21, 2024
Well worth it - Very informative host who was a local and very familiar with the area.....majored in natural geography
Highly recommend.
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Casey_h
Sep 20, 2024
Nice way to spend a day - Our driver/guide Jackson did a great job and kept us on track and on time. Nice way to see Lake Louise, Moraine Lake, Johnston Canyon and Banff without the hassle of driving and trying to figure out the public transport options.
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Wendy_h
Sep 20, 2024
A thoroughly enjoyable day. - Our driver/guide Jackson was entertaining and knowledgeable about our locations. The scenery speaks for itself but he added to the overall experience.
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Renaldo_k
Sep 20, 2024
Tour of a lifetime - Great. Was very prompt from beginning to end, no delays. Tour guide was informative and driver was very safe and cautious. It was worth the money and saved the headache of driving. Great tour.
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Karen_h
Sep 19, 2024
Banff and surrounding area in a day 😁 - Fantastic day
We only had one day in Banff and don’t feel we missed out on anything .
Excellent tour guide Sam
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Voyager08848237523
Sep 19, 2024
Banff and surrounds experience tour... - The tour with driver 'Rhonda' was superb. Covered each aspect of the tour with informative and experienced commentary. Kept to a time schedule which pleased all guests. Made accommodations for all travellers with varying levels of mobility. Assisted with tips, guide information and suggestions that made tourists feel welcomed and valued during explorations. A worthwhile day and a big thankyou to Rhonda and the team at 'Banff to do' for providing such a worthwhile experience.
- Visitors from Australia - Sept. 2024
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V5217rwjulies
Sep 18, 2024
Perfect tour to get to see the highlights of Lake Louise, Lake Moraine, and Johnston Canyon in one afternoon! - This was the perfect way to get to see the highlights of Lake Louise, Lake Moraine, and Johnston Canyon! Just enough time to take in the beauty of all 3 places, to grab a snack, and to determine where we’d like to spend more time hiking and exploring on a future visit. I also really enjoyed learning all the fun facts about the area that our guide shared along the way.
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Corstiaan_d
Sep 17, 2024
Long but wonderful! - Warning: it was a very long and full day in a bus but thought getting able to see some of the must-sees in Banff made it completely worth it. Moraine Lake is by far the best. All stops were very crowded, especially Johnston Canyon…but if you’re limited on time and need to go to all stops in one day, this is the one for you.
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Bhavana_m
Sep 17, 2024
Great experience - The host was amazing!! We loved our trip to the lakes and the tour guide had great knowledge and shared amazing stories and experiences with us..
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Jamie_j
Sep 16, 2024
Great tour - Really appreciate Greta’s energy in making this a great trip. I like the history and context given. She gave super advice and realistic expectations when we did our hikes
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