Overview
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Great stops with time to explore, hike or canoe at Lake Louise! Plus, front door pick-up and drop-off.
Main stops: Lake Louise (1.5 to 2 hours depending on season), Town of Banff, Lake Minnewanka, Two Jack Lake, Moraine Lake (June 1st to October 11th) and Mont Norquay Lookout (Until May 31st we then replace stop with Moraine Lake).
Wow‑moments all day long — from wildlife sightings to trains in the valley to those unexpected Rockies surprises that make the day unforgettable.
10–12 hour full‑day adventure — designed so you can check off your mountain bucket list in one unforgettable day.
Small groups, big comfort — avoid crowded shuttle buses and enjoy a relaxed, unscripted day with a welcoming Alberta vibe.
By the end of the day, you’ll feel like you’ve spent the day with people you’ve known for years.
Departing from Calgary and Canmore, good vibes, great moments, and the Canadian Rockies ready to welcome you year‑round.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What To Expect
Let us know your hotel name and address from the drop-down list of listed hotels. We'll share the exact pick-up time one day before your mountain adventure begins.
Canmore
Quick stop for a clean washroom break and a stretch before heading to Banff National Park
Options
Discover Banff National Park - Premium Day Trip
Time to Explore: 2 hours at Lake Louise during summer allowing time to canoe, hike and to sip coffee at the Chateau Lake Louise. 12 Guests Maximum: 12 Guest Maximum in a 15-passenger transit van Pickup included
What‘s Included
Front door pick-up and drop-off at most hotels in Calgary and Canmore
Ice cleats for shoes
Bottled water
Park entrance
Guided Transportation
Activities: canoe rentals, gondola tickets, etc
Meals are NOT included
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
692 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Gordons the man
Kayla D,Jun 5, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Absolutely incredible tour. GORDON is so attentive so informative so personable. Truly was one of the best tours i have ever been on. 10/10 recommend for anyone coming to calgary/banff i will be back!
A memorable trip indeed
radha r,Jun 5, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This day trip is an experience not to be missed. Our tour guide Kevin made it truly memorable. He was sincerely invested in giving us a great trip. He kept the journey interesting by sharing many personal experiences of the area as well as a lot of information about the history, economy and social context of the places we were passing through. His insights were very informative and entertaining. What was very impressive was the effort he put into the whole exercise. Totally recommend Kevin and his Banff daytrip !
Excellent
Andy L,May 18, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Thank you to Dan who is our Tour Guides for an unforgettable one day tour Banff & Lake Louise experience! Dan was knowledgeable, patient, and went above and beyond to make sure we all had a great time memorable as specially for our quick and short trips. Dan brought the city to life with fascinating stories and local historical insights we never would have gotten on our own. He was incredibly friendly, easy to understand, and made sure everyone in the group was engaged. Highly recommend!
Murray the tour guide in Calgary Rocks
Paula W,May 15, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Murray was fantastic and very knowledgeable and I learned lots at a relaxing pace!! His sense of humour was amazing!
Take a day, and do this!
audioearl,May 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Fantastic day trip! Banff is a must see, and Murray the driver, did a great job. Plenty of time each stop, to get out, and explore. Will definitely recommend to others.
Fulfilling a dream
heylin R,Apr 29, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.0029 April 2026 Excellent day. We left at 8:00 a.m. and returned at 6:30 p.m., a super complete tour. We visited places I never imagined to know. Thanks to Banff Day Trip, I recommend it 100%. And especially to our guide Murray, super friendly, friendly and explaining every detail of the places we visited, a 💯. I also want to mention Kevin, who sold me the tour, very attentive and friendly, a great boy. Thank you very much. I am taking a unique experience to Costa Rica and I will definitely recommend them 👌🏼 April 29, 2026 Excellent day! We left at 8:00 AM and returned at 6:30 PM — a very complete tour. We visited places I never imagined I would get to see. Thanks to Banff Day Trip, I recommend it 100%. And especially to our guide Murray — super friendly, kind, and explaining every detail of the places we visited, a 💯. I also want to mention Kevin, who sold me the tour — very attentive and kind, a great guy. Thank you so much! I’m taking back to Costa Rica a unique experience, and I will definitely recommend you 👌🏼
Magical Banff
jasminedE1048OC,Apr 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This day trip was absolutely incredible! I was visiting from the UK and this was my final day before leaving. It was so magical. We had a small group, just two of us on the trip with the wonderful tour guide Dair who told us so many great stories and showed us all the amazing spots, giving us enough time to explore. He also made sure to get me back to the airport in time for my flight, so I did t have to think about it all day. You have to experience this trip for yourself to see how magical it is.
Great day out!
Loneostrich,Apr 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our guide, Murray, was very professional. Intelligent and made sensible last minute choices to maximize our time in places. I had a really great day and would definitely recommend this company
Day trip
Panida P,Apr 11, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00The day trip went well. Murray is informative about the places we visited.
Beautiful Baniff
Coleen B,Mar 29, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great day, Diar was a wonderful guide and a skillful driver. It was a beautiful day so many great views and interesting stories . Absolutely recommend , so nice to sit back and enjoy the views.
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