Lake Louise Moraine Lake Banff Gondola Cave Basin Bow Falls Day Trip from Calgary
by Banff ToDo
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This full-day bus trip from Calgary covers major natural and cultural sites in the Canadian Rockies over about 8 to 11 hours. The tour starts with a visit to Lake Louise, where travelers spend an hour by the turquoise lake with mountain views, walking the lakeshore trail. From June 1 to October 13, the next stop is Moraine Lake, with a one-hour visit including a hike up the Rockpile Trail for views of the Valley of the Ten Peaks. From October 14 to May 31, visitors see Two Jack Lake and Lake Minnewanka instead, spending 10 and 20 minutes respectively, with options for walking or boating at Lake Minnewanka. The tour includes 90 minutes in Banff town for free time to explore shops and restaurants and have lunch. The Banff Gondola or Hot Springs (or Cave and Basin from September 2 to December end) are optional visits requiring separate tickets. The Banff Gondola ride takes 90 minutes and offers panoramic views from Sulphur Mountain with access to an observation deck and interpretive center. The Hot Springs operate on a first-come, first-served basis with rentals available. From September 2 to December, the Hot Springs are closed and replaced by the Cave and Basin National Historic Site. Other stops include a 20-minute visit to Bow Falls near Banff Springs Hotel to view the waterfall and a 10-minute photo stop overlooking the hotel. The bus has air conditioning, and crampons are provided in winter for use at your own risk. Pickup and drop-off are available at designated points in Calgary, Canmore, or Banff.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Banff Gondola or Hot Springs/Cave Basin
Guests choose either the Banff Gondola or the Hot Springs/Cave and Basin site; tickets are not included. The Banff Gondola ride lasts 90 minutes and ascends Sulphur Mountain, offering panoramic views, a boardwalk to the observation deck, and an interpretive centre. From September 2 to December end, the Hot Springs close for maintenance and Cave and Basin is the alternative. Hot Springs entry is first-come, first-served with locker tokens included and swimsuit and towel rentals available onsite.
90 min
Cave Basin Alternative
From September 2 to the end of December, the Hot Springs are closed and visitors may opt for Cave and Basin instead, with tickets not included.
60 min
Banff Upper Hot Springs or Cave and Basin
The Banff Upper Hot Springs are open outside September 2 to December and operate on a first-come, first-served basis. Admission includes a locker token; swimsuits and towels can be rented. When Hot Springs are closed, Cave and Basin National Historic Site is offered as an alternative.
90 min
Bow Falls
The tour stops at Bow Falls near Banff Springs Hotel for 20 minutes allowing visitors to walk along the Bow River and view the cascading waterfall.
20 min
Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel Viewpoint
A 10-minute photo stop overlooks the Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel, providing a well-known scenic viewpoint.
10 min
Banff Town
Visitors have 90 minutes of free time in Banff town to explore shops, stroll the streets, and have lunch at local restaurants or cafes.
90 min
Lake Louise
Spend about an hour at Lake Louise taking in the turquoise waters surrounded by mountain peaks and glaciers. Walk along the lakeshore trail for photos and views.
50 min
Moraine Lake
From June 1 to October 13, the tour includes a 50-minute visit to Moraine Lake. Guests can explore the glacially-fed lake, known for its blue water and the Valley of the Ten Peaks. A short hike up the Rockpile Trail offers panoramic views and photo opportunities.
50 min
Two Jack Lake Alternative
From October 14 to May 31, the tour visits Two Jack Lake for 10 minutes as an alternative to Moraine Lake, featuring clear blue waters and mountain views.
10 min
Lake Minnewanka Alternative
Also from October 14 to May 31, Lake Minnewanka is visited for 20 minutes. The lake is surrounded by mountains and known as 'Lake of the Spirits' by the Stoney Nakoda First Nations. Options include walking trails and boating. In winter, the lake becomes an ice skating rink with notable ice bubbles.
20 min
Meeting point
Wait in front of the hotel
End point
Wait in front of the hotel
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Lake Louise Moraine Lake Banff Gondola Cave Basin Bow Falls Day Trip from Calgary
by Banff ToDo
Choose from 3 available options
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.C$140Overview
This full-day bus trip from Calgary covers major natural and cultural sites in the Canadian Rockies over about 8 to 11 hours. The tour starts with a visit to Lake Louise, where travelers spend an hour by the turquoise lake with mountain views, walking the lakeshore trail. From June 1 to October 13, the next stop is Moraine Lake, with a one-hour visit including a hike up the Rockpile Trail for views of the Valley of the Ten Peaks. From October 14 to May 31, visitors see Two Jack Lake and Lake Minnewanka instead, spending 10 and 20 minutes respectively, with options for walking or boating at Lake Minnewanka. The tour includes 90 minutes in Banff town for free time to explore shops and restaurants and have lunch. The Banff Gondola or Hot Springs (or Cave and Basin from September 2 to December end) are optional visits requiring separate tickets. The Banff Gondola ride takes 90 minutes and offers panoramic views from Sulphur Mountain with access to an observation deck and interpretive center. The Hot Springs operate on a first-come, first-served basis with rentals available. From September 2 to December, the Hot Springs are closed and replaced by the Cave and Basin National Historic Site. Other stops include a 20-minute visit to Bow Falls near Banff Springs Hotel to view the waterfall and a 10-minute photo stop overlooking the hotel. The bus has air conditioning, and crampons are provided in winter for use at your own risk. Pickup and drop-off are available at designated points in Calgary, Canmore, or Banff.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Banff Gondola or Hot Springs/Cave Basin
Guests choose either the Banff Gondola or the Hot Springs/Cave and Basin site; tickets are not included. The Banff Gondola ride lasts 90 minutes and ascends Sulphur Mountain, offering panoramic views, a boardwalk to the observation deck, and an interpretive centre. From September 2 to December end, the Hot Springs close for maintenance and Cave and Basin is the alternative. Hot Springs entry is first-come, first-served with locker tokens included and swimsuit and towel rentals available onsite.
90 min
Cave Basin Alternative
From September 2 to the end of December, the Hot Springs are closed and visitors may opt for Cave and Basin instead, with tickets not included.
60 min
Banff Upper Hot Springs or Cave and Basin
The Banff Upper Hot Springs are open outside September 2 to December and operate on a first-come, first-served basis. Admission includes a locker token; swimsuits and towels can be rented. When Hot Springs are closed, Cave and Basin National Historic Site is offered as an alternative.
90 min
Bow Falls
The tour stops at Bow Falls near Banff Springs Hotel for 20 minutes allowing visitors to walk along the Bow River and view the cascading waterfall.
20 min
Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel Viewpoint
A 10-minute photo stop overlooks the Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel, providing a well-known scenic viewpoint.
10 min
Banff Town
Visitors have 90 minutes of free time in Banff town to explore shops, stroll the streets, and have lunch at local restaurants or cafes.
90 min
Lake Louise
Spend about an hour at Lake Louise taking in the turquoise waters surrounded by mountain peaks and glaciers. Walk along the lakeshore trail for photos and views.
50 min
Moraine Lake
From June 1 to October 13, the tour includes a 50-minute visit to Moraine Lake. Guests can explore the glacially-fed lake, known for its blue water and the Valley of the Ten Peaks. A short hike up the Rockpile Trail offers panoramic views and photo opportunities.
50 min
Two Jack Lake Alternative
From October 14 to May 31, the tour visits Two Jack Lake for 10 minutes as an alternative to Moraine Lake, featuring clear blue waters and mountain views.
10 min
Lake Minnewanka Alternative
Also from October 14 to May 31, Lake Minnewanka is visited for 20 minutes. The lake is surrounded by mountains and known as 'Lake of the Spirits' by the Stoney Nakoda First Nations. Options include walking trails and boating. In winter, the lake becomes an ice skating rink with notable ice bubbles.
20 min
Meeting point
Wait in front of the hotel
End point
Wait in front of the hotel
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.