Lake Louise, Moraine , Emerald & Banff Town ,Johnston Canyon Tour
Overview
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10 hours
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It sounds like you're ready for an epic adventure! Those spots are absolutely gorgeous, and you’re right, each one has its own kind of magic. Emerald Lake with its deep green water looks almost unreal, and hiking through Johnston Canyon with the waterfalls has that perfect mix of adventure and natural beauty.
Are you more into exploring on your own, or do you prefer the structure of a tour where everything’s mapped out for you? Both have their perks, but if you’re a bit of a photographer or like to take your time at each spot, solo exploration can be pretty freeing.
What kind of vibes are you hoping to get out of the trip? Are you all about the scenic views, or do you also want to get into some hiking or activities?
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
What To Expect
Emerald Lake
Emerald Lake in Yoho National Park, with its striking emerald-green waters and mountain vistas. Whether you're strolling along the shoreline. Don't miss the picturesque wooden bridge for stunning photo opportunities
Natural Bridge
Natural Bridge in Yoho National Park, sculpted by the relentless force of the Kicking Horse River over thousands of years. This breathtaking limestone arch spans the river, captivating visitors with its sheer beauty and grandeur
Options
banff
caribou lodge & spa banff: pickup front of the banff caribou lodge & spa banff avenue . 9:50 AM
calgary
Delta Hotels Calgary Downtown,: Delta Hotels Calgary Downtown, 4 Avenue Southeast, Calgary, AB, Canada Meet at the opposite side of the road from at 8AM
Canmore
visitor information centre: pickup front of canmore visitor information centre 9:30AM
What‘s Included
lake louise
Air-conditioned vehicle
Admission to Moraine Lake from June 1 - Oct 14 only
Bottled water
no food
no Travel insurance
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
385 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Amazed by nature !
abinanm2026,Jun 11, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a fantastic tour ! Our guide Naveen is simply the best, he had a good energy from beginning till end ! The locations are breathtaking and everything went smoothly throughout ! Would absolutely recommend it !
Stunning views!
dsbsmercer,Jun 11, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was a great experience! Our tour guide was very friendly and knowledgeable. I would totally recommend this.
Lake Louise with matrix
roselX1668PQ,Jun 9, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had an incredible day tour with Matrix Tours & Travels, visiting Lake Louise, Lake Moraine, Emerald Lake, and Johnston Canyon. Our driver, Sanjeet, did an excellent job—he provided so much fascinating information about the area and took us on a wonderful exploration of Johnston Canyon. He was so friendly and made the whole day perfect. I highly recommend this tour for anyone wanting to see these beautiful spots!
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Gurmeet G,Jun 9, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Had an amazing trip with Matrix Tour and Travels to Moraine Lake, Lake Louise, Emerald Lake, and Johnston Canyon. The scenery was absolutely breathtaking, and the tour was very well organized. A special thanks to our guide, **Sanjeet**, who was friendly, knowledgeable, and made the trip enjoyable with his helpful nature and interesting information about the places we visited. Highly recommend this tour to anyone wanting to experience the beauty of the Canadian Rockies!
Amazing tour
Sanjeet D,Jun 9, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Had an amazing time touring the Canadian Rockies with Matrix Tour and Travels! We covered Lake Louise, Moraine Lake, Emerald Lake, Natural Bridge, and Johnston Canyon all in one go. The logistics were smooth, and our guide was top-notch—very professional and friendly throughout the entire day. Five stars!
VERY Long Day
823jessad,Jun 8, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
3.00We got picked up in Calgary by the Delta Hotel at 8am on June 3, 2026. There are multiple bridges by this hotel, so it was not super clear where the stop was to wait for the tour bus. There are also a number of tour busses that stop at this same area so you really have to figure out which tour company you signed up with. Some of the drivers/guides don't even yell your name to check if you're with them. Some just stand there and you have to go up to them to see if your name is on their list. Which is what I had to do for this trip. The guide got out of his vehicle and just stood there looking at his phone scrolling. A bunch of us came up to him and had to ask if he was part of the tour we signed up for. Once we were all settled inside the vehicle, the guide didn't talk to us, didn't introduce himself, or even tell us where we were going. We made a stop in Canmore and Banff to pick up more passengers. The bus was full, 25 people. The actual tour did not start until 11am. Our driver/guide didn't speak to us until after we made the first washroom break outside of Calgary. There was very minimal commentary/conversation throughout the whole drive. He did not talk much about history or name any sights we saw along the highway. This driver was also driving very fast. Anyway, we got to Lake Louise first at 11am. We spent about 45mins there (not enough time to hike leisurely), you might as well just stay by the lake and don't bother trying to walk anywhere unless you can do it in 15mins or less. Next stop was Moraine Lake. We had 1hr here. Not that much time either. You probably won't have time to rent the canoe due to the long line. They charge $100/hr when we went. Emerald Lake was our next stop. We got 45mins to spend here. Again, not really much time to hike or do anything "relaxing". Getting 15mins at the Natural Bridge was a bit of a joke. Johnston Canyon was at least 1 hour and 30 mins. But again, you won't really make it far unless you hike fast. There's a nice restaurant here, but the service as quite slow, so we didn't get a chance to try it. We didn't end up stopping in Banff Town, I guess we ran out of time. Lunch at Lake Louise Village was comedic. We got 45mins. Barely any time to relax and digest before you're rushed onto the bus. We didn't get back until 8:30pm in Calgary by the Delta Hotel. All in all, you're better off hiring a private driver and take your time going through all these stops. Kalwinder was okay in the end. He opened up a bit, but the start was horrible. I probably won't be taking another trip with Viator. One and done experience for me.
Best value for a perfect day!
Justin A,Jun 8, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00The perfect day trip to capitalize in your time in the Canadian Rockies. Super knowledgeable guid that got us to some premium views.
Banff
Nomad50829151765,Jun 8, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Great tour. Kulwinder was safe in driving. I recommend more info about the tour.
Beautiful day, great guide!
xoxteufxox,Jun 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Naveen was very kind, the tours went well. I was a bit disappointed not to have walked around Banff town for shopping, but the day was already well filled.
Loved it
Dan C,Jun 7, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Our driver ashish was awesome. Super nice and friendly. Took great care of us. Helped with pictures and told us where to go and when to be back
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