Banff National Park Tour with Lake Louise & Johnston Canyon

Explore Banff National Park on a shared small-group minibus tour led by an English-speaking driver-guide. Hear the stories behind the mountain scenery, with opportunities for short walks, independent exploring, or simply relaxing with a view.

• Enjoy exclusive access to Moraine Lake during its open season
• Admire Lake Louise’s turquoise waters framed by snow-capped peaks

Itinerary

1. Meet at the starting point for your option: Hotel Canoe & Suites for the Banff Town departure at 9:30 AM; Hyatt Regency Calgary at 7:30 AM for departure at 7:40 AM; or Legacy Trail Parking Lot for the Canmore departure at 9:00 AM. Look for a white minibus with the Rocky Mountain Trips logo.
2. Explore Moraine Lake on a 1-hour guided stop: hike up the Rockpile for views of the Ten Peaks or enjoy the lakeshore at your own pace. When the lake is closed, visit Castle Mountain Viewpoint and Surprise Corner instead.
3. Follow Johnston Canyon’s suspended catwalks on a 1-hour guided stop to see waterfalls and, in winter, ice formations.
4. Discover Lake Louise and its surrounding mountain peaks on a 1-hour guided stop.
5. Enjoy a short guided drive through Banff, followed by time to explore independently during this 2-hour stage. Browse local shops, grab a coffee, or try your guide’s food recommendations.
6. Stop at Bow Falls along the Bow River for a 15-minute guided visit.
7. In winter, spend 15 minutes at Surprise Corner Viewpoint for views of the Fairmont Banff Springs hotel, known as the "Castle on the Mountain."
8. Pause beneath Castle Mountain’s rock walls for a 15-minute guided stop, with time for photos and stories about the peak. For the Banff Town and Calgary options, this stop runs October 14–May 31.
9. Return to your original meeting point: 5:00–5:30 PM for the Banff Town option, 6:00–6:30 PM for Calgary, or 5:30–6:00 PM for Canmore.

What's Included

• Admission to attractions
• Professional driver-guide and live commentary
• Round-trip transport from the meeting point
• Refreshments

Important details

• Ages 5+ only
• Pets are not allowed
• Arrive 10 minutes before departure for the Banff Town option, or 5 minutes before departure for the Calgary and Canmore options