Banff Day Trip: Johnston Canyon, Fairmont Banff Springs, Gondola
Overview
Available languages
Mobile ticket
Make the most of your time in Calgary on a day trip that takes you to several of the surrounding area’s highlights in one convenient tour. You don’t have to plan an itinerary or worry about renting a car for the drive. Sit back and snap photos as you’re driven to Bow Falls, the Banff Gondola, Johnston Canyon, and more.
Discover the best of the Rockies on a full-day tour from Calgary/Banff
Time-efficient tour with round-trip transportation included
Choose from multiple pickup and drop-off locations for flexibility
Enjoy a balanced mix of sightseeing and free time to explore
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What To Expect
Calgary
Travel from Calgary to Banff National Park Pickup Locations & Times This tour offers 2 pickup locations in Calgary. Please select your preferred starting point when placing your booking. 07:30AM [NE Calgary] Best Western Premier Calgary Plaza Hotel — 07:45AM[Downtown Calgary] Bus station in front of the Harry Hays Building (across the street from the Delta Calgary Downtown Hotel), on 4th Ave SE — 07:45
Banff National Park
Your adventure begins as our professional guide warmly welcomes you at the Elk + Avenue Hotel in the heart of Banff. With a friendly smile and a wealth of local knowledge, they’ll ensure you feel at ease from the very start. （Boarding in Calgary: approx. 1.5 hours to Banff; Boarding in Canmore: approx. 20 minutes to Banff.）
Options
9:45 Elk + Avenue Hotel, Banff
Tour Only Duration: 8 hours
7:45AM Downtown Calgary
Bilingual Service Language: English & Mandarin Duration: 10 hours Starting point: Harry Hays Building, 220 4 Ave SE, Calgary, AB T2G 0L1, Canada
9:30AM Elk+AvenueHotel Banff
Duration: 8 hours Starting point: Elk + Avenue Hotel, Box 1140, 333 Banff Ave, Banff, AB T1L 1J3, Canada
8:20 Downtown Calgary
Tour Only Duration: 10 hours
What‘s Included
National park pass ( May 1- Jun 18 and Sep 8 - Oct 12)
Bilingual Tour Guide (English and Chinese)
Air-conditioned vehicle
Gratuities
Meals, Optional Activities & All Personal Expenses such as laundry, phone & travel insurance
Any additional expenses due to force majeure factors.
CAD 5 per person per day fuel surcharge applies from May 1, 2026 due to rising oil prices.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
41 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Perfect Banff trip
adinaz2023,Feb 16, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had an amazing time, our tour guide Kan, was really patient and caring, and planned everything very accurately. Recomand it with all my heart
Banff Tour
SUKYEE K,Aug 20, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00My daughter and I had a great time! Our tour guide was Selina with Westar Travel, whom we had a great experience with. She was very kind and knowledgeable. The tour was a smaller tour, which was really cool and intimate, and gave us a lot of freedom to explore. We would definitely book again!
Accommodating and held...
Danielle O,Jul 30, 2025
- Review from Viator
4.00Accommodating and held conversation well. Only downside was our tour was different than our itinerary. They skipped the lake and brought to a castle. We were really looking forward to seeing the lake.
Due to going during off...
shaz f,Mar 30, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Due to going during off season, my friend and I were the only 2 people on the tour. Good tour for those without transport as it covers all the main areas. Guide was polite and friendly however, we wish he provided us more information/history regarding the locations as it was not very informative.
An incredible experience
Mobile816013,Mar 12, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This trip wouldn’t have been as enjoyable without our amazing guide, Yongbhin! Our first stop was Peyto Lake, but unfortunately, we couldn’t explore much due to heavy snowfall. The van even got stuck at one point, but thanks to everyone’s cooperation, it turned into a fun and memorable experience! We were supposed to head to the second stop, but visibility was too poor. Instead, we had lunch at Lake Louise Village, where the food and service were excellent. It was the perfect chance to recharge after our snowy adventure at Peyto. Our last stop was Johnston Canyon, and the views were absolutely breathtaking! Yongbhin shared some fascinating background stories, making the visit both scenic and educational. All in all, it was an incredible experience. Thank you!
Amazing
Frayzhel A,Oct 14, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00Very amazing.. our driver is very safe and the tours is amazing!!!! We enjoyed so much... the lake is transluscent turquiose..and yhe tours itself is nice.. we have chance to stroll around..to sum up its amazing experience
Recommend! Great tour
Amber W,Sep 4, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00Our tour guide, Alston was great! We got to see all the sights without worrying about parking or dealing with the logistics. The communication was clear and met our expectations.
A Great Experience!
amaguire1945,Aug 21, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00Our most memorable experiences were the mountain scenery and lunch at Chateau Lake Louise. The only difficulty that we experienced was the fact that the van was very high and it was diffucult for a handicapped person to get in and out of the van. However, we had a wonderful driver/guide who was very helpful. We definitely recommend this tour!
100% Recommended
Delia G,Aug 12, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00It was a relief not to worry about parking, driving or entry tickets. It felt that we were in a paradise! I really recommend this experience. Our guide was Elsa, she speaks english and chinese, she was very friendly and also she recommend us some beautiful spots. Also, she was describing tips on the road and shared information about Calgary and Banff. We travel with a very happy and nice chinese family! So, I'm very glad to have chosen this tour.
Guide was very good.
Riaz A,Aug 10, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00Small groups are convenient to handle and takes less time to visit popular destinations in one day like our tour with you.
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