Banff Gondola, Lake Louise, Emerald Lake and Lake Minnewanka Tour

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Overview

Available languages

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English
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Your adventure begins with a scenic ride on the Banff Gondola, ascending Sulphur Mountain. Enjoy panoramic views of Banff and its majestic peaks—an awe-inspiring experience.

Next, marvel at the stunning Lake Louise, known for its striking turquoise waters and impressive mountain backdrop. Take a moment to soak in the serene beauty of this world-famous spot.

We'll stop at Morant's Curve, a picturesque viewpoint along the Canadian Pacific Railway, perfect for capturing a train winding through the Rockies.

Then, visit Emerald Lake in Yoho National Park, a tranquil gem of vibrant colors. Explore Lake Minnewanka and Two Jack Lake, both offering stunning vistas and tranquility. Don’t miss the Natural Bridge, a remarkable rock formation shaped by the Kicking Horse River.

Conclude your day in charming Banff Downtown, where vibrant streets are filled with boutique shops and delightful dining.

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby

Specialized infant seats are available

Not recommended for pregnant travelers

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

For your visit, please allow approximately 3-4 hours for round-trip travel time between all locations.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Bottled water

WiFi on board

Air-conditioned vehicle

Professional Tour Guide

Lunch

Breakfast

Gondola Tickets

Hot Water Spring Tickets

Cruise Tickets

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

What To Expect

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Banff Gondola

With our Banff Gondola experience, travelers will ride to the summit of Sulphur Mountain, where panoramic views of Banff, the Bow Valley, and surrounding peaks await. At the top, explore the mountaintop boardwalk, take in breathtaking vistas, visit the interpretive center, and enjoy dining with a view. After descending, immerse yourself in Banff’s charming town, where you can shop, dine, and explore the local culture. This experience combines awe-inspiring nature and vibrant town life, offering a perfect day in the heart of the Canadian Rockies.

1 hour • Admission Not Included
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Lake Minnewanka

On our Lake Minnewanka experience, travelers will enjoy a scenic journey along Banff's largest lake, surrounded by rugged mountain landscapes. Marvel at crystal-clear waters, breathtaking views, and abundant wildlife. Choose between a lake cruise or kayaking for an up-close exploration. Hike along the lakeshore, capture memorable photos, and relax in a serene mountain setting. With opportunities for adventure and tranquility, this experience offers a perfect blend of natural beauty and outdoor enjoyment in the heart of the Canadian Rockies.

30 minutes • Admission Included

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Banff Gondola, Lake Louise, Emerald Lake and Lake Minnewanka Tour

Pickup included

Reviews

4.16

116 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

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  • Remarkable!

    lanpariagh,

    Oct 29, 2025

    - Review from Viator

    5.00

    Tour started on time. Driver made a quick stop to allow us to grab a quick coffee and breakfast. We got to Emerald lake in good time. Lake is absolutely amazing! Literally emerald in color and overall woodsy look of the area made it magical. Lake Louise was in all its winter glory with snow having fallen the night before! The other lakes were all beautiful! If you’re looking for a relaxing trip this is definitely one to book. Long but quite worth it. Make sure and take the gondola ride up the mountain - definitely worth the price! If you are adventurous you can take the walk to the top of the mountain as well!

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  • Lakes visit extravaganza, with a well-handled accident situation for a young lad in our group who suffered an injury.

    thephilistine,

    Oct 25, 2025

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    4.00

    We had booked our trip for the day prior, but the operator requested that we consider changing the date of our tour. He proposed rescheduling our tour from Tuesday, December 10, to Wednesday, December 11, 2024. We negotiated the timings and agreed to the alteration. On the date, our transport from our hotel - Days Inn by Wyndham Calgary Airport - arrived in good time. There were a few other passengers to pick up around Calgary before we headed out in the mini van on our planned itinerary, northward into the Canadian Rockies. Everything went according to expectations. It was snowing in December, so it was cold outside. The day was a little overcast, but we remained snug and cozy while travelling in the vehicle. Our tour guide and driver was very polite, gracious and accommodating, and had plenty to say about the sites that we visited. The lakes and gorges and scenery were wonderful. So many spectacular photos were taken. And we even went to Natural Bridge. We did encounter a challenge at Lake Louise. One of the members of our small tour group - a 12 year old boy - slipped on the lake ice and injured himself quite badly. In fact, he had fractured his arm. There was no alternative other than to get the lad and his parents to medical services. Our tour operator ensured that this happened as quickly as possible. Not much could be done in Lake Louise chateau, so we headed back to Banff together. He was taken to hospital for emergency care. Meanwhile, I and my wife were taken to the Banff gondola (ticket prices were extra to the tour) and we went up to the summit to try to catch a glimpse of the sunset. As I said, it was rather cold and overcast, so there wasn't much of a sunset to see, but the view down onto Banff was awesome. We didn't stay long at the summit facility. We felt that we had to get going since there was still quite a journey back to Calgary, and we didn't want to miss our late night flight. The injured boy and his family had to remain behind in Banff. The tour operator arranged another travel vehicle for them and we drove back to Calgary to collect our luggage from our hotel and drop off at the airport. It was a tight finish for our expectations, but for my wife and I, all's well that ended well and we caught our flight to Vancouver without delays, which was the main thing. It was a very memorable experience to say the least. High praise for our tour operator Vikram for dealing with the situation with the injured boy and his family as best as could be done under the circumstances. You've got to be careful in the snow and ice! P.S. Our tour bus had working Wi-Fi which was handy for uploading photos etc.

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  • It was great, just...

    Krupa S,

    Oct 15, 2025

    - Review from Viator

    5.00

    It was great, just fabulous! Beyond my expectations and the tour guide was amazing, would definitely recommend!

  • Tour guide

    Lauren F,

    Oct 15, 2025

    - Review from Viator

    5.00

    Very good tour guide, didn’t feel rushed or anything. Super nice and helpful every place we got to he told a good background and history of the lakes. Took our pictures wad very sweet.

  • Banff National parks

    Guillermo G,

    Oct 14, 2025

    - Review from Viator

    5.00

    It was beautiful. Highly recommended. The service was awesome. The driver Harsh, was excellent too, he gave us all the info that we needed.

  • Excellent tour day!!

    smirok21,

    Oct 14, 2025

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    It was really a wonderful experience for us and our tour guide Julia did a great job took care of us on every single spot and gave us information about every single venue. Highly recommend to everyone this tour company!!

  • You can efficiently go around several lakes. Sit back and watch the lake...

    Lisa S,

    Oct 12, 2025

    - Review from Viator

    4.00

    You can efficiently go around several lakes. There is not enough time if you want to take your time to enjoy the lake, but it is recommended if you plan to visit several times. It is difficult to ask for too much hospitality, but I had no complaints because there was enough care that I needed.

  • Banff during 1st snow of the Season....wonderful wonderland.

    PAVAN P,

    Oct 12, 2025

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    Guide picked us at the designated time. Communication was on time. He was very knowledgeable and helpful taking pictures.

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  • Our guide is Jess and he...

    Jhanella V,

    Oct 12, 2025

    - Review from Viator

    5.00

    Our guide is Jess and he is really nice and accommodating. We enjoyed our tour, and since we’re a huge group he’s very patient with us and made sure we see all the nice places. Highly recommended!

  • Amazing tour guide....

    Kalid S,

    Oct 12, 2025

    - Review from Viator

    5.00

    Amazing tour guide. Ensured we had enough time at each stop and also helped me take pictures since i was solo.

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