Banff Three Iconic Lakes and Johnston Canyon Day Tour
Overview
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8 hours
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Our Explore the Best of the Canadian Rockies tour stands out with small group sizes, expert local guides, and personalized experiences. We prioritize avoiding crowds by offering early departures and carefully planned itineraries. Enjoy comfortable, luxury transportation, exclusive photography spots, and eco-friendly practices that preserve the natural beauty. With opportunities for custom hikes, private canoe rentals, and insider tips, our tour ensures a leisurely, enriching experience at iconic locations like Lake Louise, Moraine Lake, Emerald Lake, and Johnston Canyon. Discover the Rockies at your own pace, with flexibility and a focus on comfort and authenticity.
Our tour is designed to provide a leisurely, enriching experience, allowing you to discover the Canadian Rockies at your own pace. With a focus on comfort, authenticity, and environmental stewardship, we invite you to join us for an unforgettable adventure amidst some of the world's most stunning natural landscapes.
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
heart patient
What To Expect
Johnston Canyon
A beautiful spot for hiking, Johnston Canyon is a deep, narrow gorge with waterfalls cascading down its rock walls. The trail follows the canyon’s path, leading to both the Lower Falls and Upper Falls. It’s particularly breathtaking in the fall when the leaves turn vibrant colors, or in winter when the waterfalls freeze into ice sculptures. Activities: Hiking the Johnston Canyon Trail Ice walking (in winter) Photography of the waterfalls
Emerald Lake
Emerald Lake, located in Yoho National Park, is known for its striking green waters, created by mineral-rich runoff from the surrounding mountains. It’s a quieter, more serene spot compared to Lake Louise and Moraine Lake, perfect for those looking for a peaceful escape. Activities: Canoeing on the lake Scenic walks along the shoreline Hiking trails like the Emerald Lake Loop
Options
Canmore
canmore: pickup front of canmore visitor information centre 9:30AM
Banff
pickup front of the banff caribou lodge & spa banff avenue . 9:50 AM
calgary
calgary : Delta Hotels Calgary Downtown, 4 Avenue Southeast, Calgary, AB, Canada Meet at the opposite side of the road at 8AM Starting point: Delta Hotels Calgary Downtown, 209 4 Ave SE, Calgary, AB T2G 0C6, Canada
What‘s Included
Air-conditioned vehicle
Admission to Moraine Lake from June 1 - Oct 14 only
Bottled water
Guide
total duration of tour including traveling is 8 to 10 hours
Private transportation
no Travel insurance
no food
Banff town only in winter from October 14
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
6 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Amazing tour with Naveen
rachelcK9417ZA,Jun 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00⁰This tour was wonderful even though it was raining. It was even snowing when we arrived at the beautiful Lake Louise. Our driver and guide (Naveen) did a good job in giving out information related to the park, province and country. He always shared where we were heading and how long it would take. He gave us suggestion on the hiking trail at Johnston Canyon with the time we had. Thank you, Naveen!
No need to hire a rental car from Calgary for Banff
Sean Goyal,May 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was an action packed itinerary from get go. The driver Ash-ish was very polite and so was the operator Arun as he always answered the phone calls and accommodated our genuine request to hold the luggage on bus, although we didn’t had to.
Banff Day Tour
siddhanthg2026,May 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Naveen was fantastic. He went out of his way to make the journey comfortable and even dropped us off close to the gondola as we didn’t know about the park pass needed. Would definitely recommend him.
Solo review Dec 2025
jes sbZ8142GR,Dec 2, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent day-trip, wonderful scenery, the guide (Aashish) was very gentle and caring. Will recommend it and do it again in summer!
We had a good experience...
Carissa B,Jul 21, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We had a good experience with Matrix Tours. Due to the busy season and the high level of traffic, the tour went longer to cover all points of interests. They did not cut corners or skip stops on the itinerary like some tours would. Communication was prompt and clear from the moment we booked, and everything ran smoothly. The service was professional, well-organized, and attentive. A special shoutout to Arun who was genuinely passionate about making our tour memorable and Sanjeev who was friendly and patient.
Great day trip
Ian R,Jun 3, 2025
- Review from Viator
4.00Well organised, full and very enjoyable day. Good communications, timely pick up, day ran to schedule adjusted to allow for weather forecast.
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