Banff Gondola Lake Minnewanka Johnston canyon and Banff Town
Overview
Available languages
10 hours
Mobile ticket
Embark on a small group tour and immerse yourself in the breathtaking landscapes of Banff National Park. This full-day adventure begins with convenient pick-up from Calgary, Banff, or Canmore.
Experience the beauty of Lake Minnewanka, soar high on the Banff Gondola, and relax at the Banff Town.
This comprehensive tour ensures you see all the must-visit destinations in Banff National Park, including Lake Minnewanka, Sulphur Mountain, and Johnston canyon.
Additional Info
Specialized infant seats are available
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
This is a local bus tour, and you will join the tour with other travelers locally. If you would like a private tour, please contact us directly.
If there are not enough participants for a tour in your selected language, we will contact you to discuss joining a tour in another language.
Total tour duration includes travel time
If the minimum number of participants is not met, we reserves the right to cancel your booking or change the tour date. We will contact you prior to the departure to inform you of any changes.
We will send a tour reminder the day before your tour. Please be sure to check your email or messages carefully, as important updates regarding your pickup time or itinerary may be included.
All pick-up times and locations are fixed. Please carefully review the pick-up detail and choose the location that best suits you. If you have any special requests, please don't hesitate to contact us directly.
Due to the unpredictable road conditions and weather, the itinerary may be subject to adjustments. We will inform you of any changes to the itinerary the day before the tour.
Kindly let us know if you'll be bringing luggage, a wheelchair, stroller, or anything that may require extra storage space, as there may be an additional charge.
Please note that this tour does not include attraction tickets (Banff Gondola). If you would like to purchase tickets in advance at our group discount rate, please feel free to contact us.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Pickup and dropoff available in Calgary, Canmore and Banff
Air-conditioned vehicle
5% GST (Goods and Services Tax)
All meals
All personal expenses including activities and travel insurance
Gratuities for guide CAD$15/head
Gondola ticket (If you wish to purchase in advance, you can contact us directly.)
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
What To Expect
Lake Minnewanka
Upon arriving at Lake Minnewanka, travelers will be greeted by breathtaking panoramic views. The lake is nestled amidst the Canadian Rockies, offering stunning vistas of towering mountains and pristine waters. Take a moment to appreciate the serene beauty of the surroundings.
Johnston Canyon
Johnston Canyon in winter transforms into a magical wonderland of frozen waterfalls and icy landscapes. The easy-to-moderate ice walk along the canyon takes you through towering cliffs, offering breathtaking views of ice formations and snow-covered trees. It's a must-visit spot for nature lovers and photographers, with both the Lower and Upper Falls providing stunning winter scenery.
Options
Banff
Banff poickup from: Banff Caribou Lodge
Gondola ticket: Not included in the tour fee. If you would like to purchase in advance, please contact us.
Gondola ticket: If you already have your own tickets, please let us know your time.
Pickup included
Canmore
Canmore pickup from: Canmore Visitor Information Centre (2801 Bow Valley Trail, Canmore)
Gondola ticket: Not included in the tour fee. If you would like to purchase in advance, please contact us.
Gondola ticket: If you already have your own tickets, please let us know your time.
Pickup included
Calgary
Calgary pickup from: Calgary Downtown Delta Hotel by Marriott
Gondola ticket: Not included in the tour fee. If you would like to purchase in advance, please contact us.
Gondola ticket: If you already have your own tickets, please let us know your time.
Pickup included
Reviews
29 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Wow! Big thanks to Chris!
marybiancaa,
Nov 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Exceptional Experience with Chris! Our tour was unforgettable thanks to our incredible guide, Chris. his deep knowledge, engaging storytelling, and warm personality brought every site to life. he is attentive to our needs, patient with questions, and added thoughtful touches that made the experience feel truly personal. Highly recommended for anyone seeking a meaningful, well-organized, and joyful adventure!
Lake and Waterfall Review
CYNTHIA J,
Sep 16, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.008 hour experience on a small shuttle. Very well paced. Stunning scenery. Great tour guide. Very enjoyable.
Was wonderful
Grammy3zofloki,
Sep 15, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our guide was D funny humorous and a great photographer. Knew the right spots to stand for the good picture shots always took our pictures for us. He was very knowledgeable and we learned so much about each place we visited. He even had snacks and bottled water for us. He recommended a restaurant for us in Banff town. We did feel a bit rushed at times and wished we had more time Especially for lunch. The rest if the stops we had plenty of time Thanks D for the great day you gave us. We made friends and we all enjoyed our day.
We had tour guide D. He...
angela,
Aug 17, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We had tour guide D. He was just an Amaizing person who went far beyond his job description trying to show to us the best place of sightseeing. He always assisted us with taking the best views of pictures he even treats us with special Cookes. Very nice professional kind and friendly smiling young man.
Our tour guide literally became a friend; he made us feel like visitings Banff again. His love for Canada was evident.
428sureshh,
Aug 15, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very enthusiastic tour guide. Much patience and empathy for physically challenged travelers. Took great panoramic photos for us.
It was awesome
jodielM9695HD,
May 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Amazing tour! The guide William took the group to all the top spots in Banff and Lake Louise, and his service was outstanding. I traveled solo, and William made sure to take photos of me at every stop, which I really appreciated. He was friendly, knowledgeable, and went above and beyond to make the trip unforgettable. Highly recommended!
Amazing experience
wingsuett,
Apr 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The tour guide is extremely nice and professional. The spots we went to are quite nice, maybe it will be even more marvellous during the summer when the lake is not frozen but overall the tour is very well planned and we enjoyed it very much.
Days in Calgary and Banff
rossyw2025,
Apr 8, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The 2 days Banff Tour was amazing. We had a tremendous time during the tour especially our tour guide and driver William. He was a good tour leader and has a lot of hidden spots which made our pictures more various and great. My friends and I were recommended him and his company to lead your tour. We might come again next time and definitely we will reach him to be our tour guide and driver. We enjoyed our time in Calgary.
Excellent tour of Banff attractions
Passport52703142712,
Apr 4, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The views around Banff town are really amazing Two-Day Tour by Tommy & William Take us to see many attractions and private attractions took a lot of photos, The point is that both guides will take pictures! This time is the Winter Banff - there is a chance in the future in the summer will also consider the tour of Banff Journey
Amazing trip
kristennO6630MO,
Mar 18, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had an incredible experience on our trip, and a huge part of that was thanks to our amazing tour guide(William). From start to finish, he was knowledgeable, engaging, His passion for these sites really shined through, and he had a great way of sharing information in an interesting and fun way. Not only was he well-prepared and professional, but he also had a great sense of humor and provided great local recommendations, he truly made this experience unforgettable
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