Lake View Tour — Lake Moraine, Louise, Emerald, Peyto, Vermillion
Overview
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Are you prepared to have your breath taken away by the sheer beauty of Canada's mountain lakes? On this adventure, you'll discover the striking scenery of the Canadian Rockies and get to experience the unique colours of six of our most famous glacier lakes. All in one day, with more than sufficient sight-seeing time at each stop.
Join us in exploring Moraine Lake, Lake Louise, Bow Lake, Peyto Lake, Emerald Lake, and Vermilion Lakes. Each of our Lake View Tour's locations were carefully selected to showcase the distinct colours and alpine views. From shimmering turquoise glacial basins, to tranquil marsh reflections, our itinerary is meticulously paced to maximize your experiences and provide ample shoreline time at each stop.
Our knowledgeable and friendly tour guides will be sure to walk you through the stories of our iconic attractions, giving you a truly authentic and immersive experience.
Last minute booking available. Full refunds available up to 24 hours before tour departure.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
No pets allowed.
Traveler must prepare their own infants car seats
Travel time included on Tour Duration
What To Expect
Johnston Canyon
Note: After June 1st, this attraction will be replace by Moraine Lake. Johnston Creek originates north of Castle Mountain in a glacial valley southwest of Badger Pass The creek flows through a gorge known as Johnston Canyon. As Johnston Creek approaches the Bow River, it flows through a large canyon formed by erosion over thousands of years. The creek has cut through the limestone rock to form sheer canyon walls, as well as waterfalls, tunnels, and pools.
Castle Mountain is a mountain located within Banff National Park in the Canadian Rockies, approximately halfway between Banff and Lake Louise. The mountain was named in 1858 by James Hector for its castle-like appearance
Options
7:45am departure from Canmore
depart from canmore
8:30am departure from Banff
6:45am departure from Calgary
What‘s Included
GST (Goods and Services Tax)
Bottled water
Air-conditioned vehicle
If you were satisfied with our Lake View Tour, please consider a tip of at least 10% for our guides, per traveler.
Restroom on board
Meals
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
8 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Had a great trip in Banff
Carrie L,May 15, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Caroline was an excellent guide and our Banff tour with her went flawlessly. She arrived at our hotel on time for pickup and was very clear about our itinerary. We learned a lot about the various tour stops and she politely answered all of our questions about her experiences living in Alberta which gave us a more local perspective. She was also very patient helping us to take various group pictures and putting on the ice cleats for the hiking trail. If you want an efficient, relaxed and informative tour with no hassles I would highly recommend asking for Caroline!
Unforgettable Banff Lake Tour – Highly Recommended!
Q925LGvickym,Apr 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I had an amazing experience with Banff Tours on the “Lake View Tour – Lake Moraine, Lake Louise, Emerald Lake, Peyto Lake, and Vermilion Lakes”. Every stop was absolutely breathtaking, and the itinerary was perfectly planned to maximize our time at each location without feeling rushed. Our guide was knowledgeable, friendly, and shared great insights about the area, which made the trip even more enjoyable. The transportation was comfortable, and everything ran smoothly from start to finish. This tour is a fantastic way to explore the most iconic lakes in the Rockies in one day. Highly recommend Banff Tours to anyone visiting the area , truly a 5-star experience!
Beautiful Lakes and wonderful guides!
Marcy L,Aug 18, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00Jasha and Robin were great showing us around! Very informative, caring and answered any questions we had. Would recommend to all my family and friends.
Lakeview trip
Dawn H,Jul 23, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00Alex was a great guide. He worked hard to please. He was a careful driver. We are glad we took the tour since we could not drive to Lake Louise and Moraine Lake. Public transportation would take extra time. We saw so many areas we did not know about. It was stated to call and confirm 24 hours before which we diid but Tony seemed very confused and was difficult to understand. We are glad Alex picked us up and everything was good. I wish the description was better since a walking stick would have been helpful to have with me.
Marvelous Lake Lake Lake Trip
kirstielam,Jul 8, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00We had a great trip, perfect sunshine, cozy weather and super helpful and passionate tour guides, we will definitely take the trip again in the future, special thanks to Hovin for his considerate assistance.
A picture often says it best
Jeff M,Jun 29, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00A picture perfect early summer day with extraordinary sites. We were with a group of 12 in the morning led by Jesh who did a wonderful job and then finished the day as a group of 4 led by Hovin--thanks for the extraordinary tour.
Top spots in Banff
Kevin R,Jun 6, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00Moraine Lake and Peyto Lake were the 2 top things on my “to do” list for this vacation. They lived up to all expectations. Spectacular. Caroline and Jerome were knowledgeable and helpful.
Amazing Tour !
Rhea C,Oct 31, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I had the pleasure of having Alex as my tour guide, and I must say, he truly made my journey memorable and safe. His excellent driving skills instilled confidence, and his willingness to capture moments through pictures added a personal touch to the experience. I couldn't have asked for a better guide. Thank you, Alex, for the fantastic tour!
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