Spectacular Banff Day - Gondola Included
Overview
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This experience is about 10-11 hours long and will include plenty of time for you to complete a bucket list of things to do during your mountain day.
From the minute you step into the vehicle you'll feel the welcoming Alberta vibe! If you're here for a day or are trying to kick off your Banff vacation out of the park, and don't want to be in a big crowded bus, this unscripted adventure is for you!
There will be plenty of time to take photos, eat, shop, get your feet wet and maybe even swim!
You will cover the main attraction sites such as Lake Louise, the Banff Gondola, Banff Avenue downtown, and Canmore for a quick break.
There is plenty of flat surface for you to walk around admiring nature and wildlife, squirrels count too! The mountains look spectacular from all angles, we look forward to showing them off when you get here!
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Let's reach new heights without those burning legs! This ride to the top of Sulphur mountain makes you feel as if going to heaven and back! The views from above deliver an amazing 360 degrees of surreal beauty. Make sure to bring your camera or phone chargers!
Bow Falls
The park is full of amazing stops, we'll make sure to adjust our itinerary to make the most of your day! From getting around peak times at key stops, to managing traffic, weather conditions as much as possible, to showing you the best possible places for that picture perfect moment! The entire day is about wowing you and making sure that you come back for another mountain adventure with BanffDayTrips.com
What‘s Included
Personal Photographer. Ask and we'll gladly take your photo
Bottled water
Banff National Park entrance fees
Crampons / Cleats during the winter months
Air-conditioned vehicle
Humour and great attitude
Banff Gondola tickets - One ride up and one ride down
Gratuities
No meals are included in this day trip.
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Reviews
83 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Fantastic Day
Stephanie S,Feb 22, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Murray was very knowledgeable and entertaining. It was a fabulous day! We enjoyed our time in Lake Louise and time in Banff.
Great experience!!
975hermies,Jan 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00It was a wonderful experience. Thank to our driver and guide Murray. He drove us safely to the rockies and then back to Calgary.
If you only do one thing in Calgary make it this!
A4320YCchristopherp,Dec 27, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00If you only do one thing in Calgary make it this! This was an excellent tour with Murray, who very knowledgeable about all the areas we visited and provided great insights into area and its people. Particular highlights were the visit to Banff and the ride in the Gondola - which is not to be missed - with its views from the top of Sulphur Mountain. In summary, an excellent day trip which was very good value for money.
Cracking day trip from Calgary
BrettB534,Dec 21, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Thanks for the day Murray. We had a blast and thanks for the commentary along the way and pointing out the landmarks.. definitely worth whole trip to go. Cheers..
Fun and Informative
michaeleas,Oct 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was an excellent trip! Dair, our guide, was very friendly and knowledgeable. He shared information about the mountains and lakes, but also gave recommendations on stores and restaurants to visit. We got to see everything you could want to see in Banff.
Truly a splendid Banff...
DAISY A,Oct 16, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00My husband, Glenn & I had a truly splendid & memorable Banff experience beginning with the gondola ride, lunch at the quaint downtown of Banff, then visits to Lake Moraine & Lake Louise with our most able, fun & knowledgeable guide~driver Rick!
The guide did not perform their role in a professional manner.
Wander60262756615,Oct 12, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
1.00The scenery and weather are not something a guide deserves credit for, so they don’t need to be mentioned. What truly matters is a guide’s ability to treat all guests equally — and this guide failed at that most basic responsibility. Furthermore, even when two fellow passengers delayed the group by about 20 minutes without offering any apology, the guide did not address the issue on behalf of the other guests. Apart from the beautiful views, the experience with this guide was disappointing.
Great tour
Carrie P,Oct 10, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Murray an amazing tour guide. He was knowledgeable, funny and full of fun/interesting facts. He made sure to explain in detail how to navigate through stop. Never felt rushed and had plenty of time to explore each stop. If you have a short stay and want to pack as much as possible into a day AND not worry about paying all the fees at each stop, this is the tour you want to get.
Kevin made the day very special for me and my son!
MelissaWayne W,Oct 5, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00On time pickup. Clear communication. Wonderful tour experience. Customized the tour for the culture and needs of the tour guests. Kevin exhibited such passion for Banff and surrounding parts of Alberta. Great ambassador for the Canadian Rockies! Best tour ever. I would. Or hesitate to recommend his tours to anyone coming to Calgary | Banff
Best day trip !
Betsi44,Oct 2, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Dair was the most fun as our driver/guide on our Banff day trip. Full of knowledge and laughs. We really loved the experience and what a trip!
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