Banff National Park Day Trip from Calgary to Lake Louise Moraine Lake Emerald Lake Yoho Natural Bridge
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$150Overview
This full-day bus tour from Calgary covers key sights in Banff and Yoho National Parks across about 8 to 11 hours. The trip begins with pickup from Calgary, Canmore, or Banff and includes a stop at Banff National Park after roughly 1.5 hours of travel from Calgary. Depending on the season, the itinerary visits either Moraine Lake from June 1 to October 13 or Marble Canyon from October 14 to May 31. Both offer scenic walks and photo opportunities. The tour continues to Lake Louise, where guests can view the Fairmont Chateau and Victoria Glacier. Lunch can be taken at either Lake Louise Village or Lake Louise Ski Resort at personal expense. Afterward, the route proceeds to Emerald Lake in Yoho National Park to walk along the shore and see its wooden bridge. A brief stop follows at Natural Bridge, a limestone arch shaped by the Kicking Horse River. Toward the end, guests visit either Banff Avenue with its shops and galleries or Bow Falls near the Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel. The tour concludes with drop-off options in Banff, Canmore, or Calgary. Included are entry tickets for Marble Canyon (October 14 to May 31) and Moraine Lake (June 1 to October 13), air-conditioned transport, and a local guide who also drives. In winter, crampons are provided but used at the guest’s own risk.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Banff National Park
The tour starts from Calgary, Canmore, or Banff. Traveling from Calgary to Banff National Park takes about 1 and a half hours, where the main part of the tour begins.
90 min
Marble Canyon
From October 14 to May 31, Marble Canyon replaces Moraine Lake on the itinerary. It features a deep limestone gorge carved by Tokumm Creek’s turquoise waters. Visitors can walk along scenic trails, cross picturesque bridges, and view the towering canyon walls, making it suitable for easy hikes and photography.
60 min
Moraine Lake
Open from June 1 to October 13, Moraine Lake is known for its vivid blue water and views of the Valley of the Ten Peaks. The site offers peaceful surroundings and opportunities to take postcard-style photos. Outside these dates, Marble Canyon serves as the alternative stop.
60 min
Lake Louise
Lake Louise is a turquoise glacial lake in Banff National Park. Visitors can see the Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise and the Victoria Glacier at the base of Mount Victoria. The lake’s clear shores provide a good spot for photographs.
60 min
Lunch Stop
There is a lunch break at either Lake Louise Village or Lake Louise Ski Resort. Meals during this stop are not included in the tour price and are at the guest’s own cost.
45 min
Emerald Lake
Emerald Lake is located in Yoho National Park and is noted for its green-colored water and mountain scenery. Guests can walk along the shoreline and visit a wooden bridge popular for photos.
30 min
Natural Bridge
Natural Bridge is a limestone arch in Yoho National Park formed by the Kicking Horse River’s erosion over thousands of years. The arch spans the river and is a notable geological feature.
15 min
Banff Avenue
Guests may choose to visit Banff Avenue, where they can explore shops, galleries, and local eateries. This stop offers views of the surrounding natural area.
45 min
Bow Falls
Alternatively, guests can visit Bow Falls near the Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel. The waterfall’s powerful cascade and its scenic location make it a notable attraction.
15 min
Calgary
The tour ends in Banff with options for drop-off in Banff, Canmore, or Calgary. Traveling from Banff to Calgary usually takes about 90 minutes.
90 min
Meeting point
Please wait in front of the hotel
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Banff National Park Day Trip from Calgary to Lake Louise Moraine Lake Emerald Lake Yoho Natural Bridge
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$150Overview
This full-day bus tour from Calgary covers key sights in Banff and Yoho National Parks across about 8 to 11 hours. The trip begins with pickup from Calgary, Canmore, or Banff and includes a stop at Banff National Park after roughly 1.5 hours of travel from Calgary. Depending on the season, the itinerary visits either Moraine Lake from June 1 to October 13 or Marble Canyon from October 14 to May 31. Both offer scenic walks and photo opportunities. The tour continues to Lake Louise, where guests can view the Fairmont Chateau and Victoria Glacier. Lunch can be taken at either Lake Louise Village or Lake Louise Ski Resort at personal expense. Afterward, the route proceeds to Emerald Lake in Yoho National Park to walk along the shore and see its wooden bridge. A brief stop follows at Natural Bridge, a limestone arch shaped by the Kicking Horse River. Toward the end, guests visit either Banff Avenue with its shops and galleries or Bow Falls near the Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel. The tour concludes with drop-off options in Banff, Canmore, or Calgary. Included are entry tickets for Marble Canyon (October 14 to May 31) and Moraine Lake (June 1 to October 13), air-conditioned transport, and a local guide who also drives. In winter, crampons are provided but used at the guest’s own risk.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Banff National Park
The tour starts from Calgary, Canmore, or Banff. Traveling from Calgary to Banff National Park takes about 1 and a half hours, where the main part of the tour begins.
90 min
Marble Canyon
From October 14 to May 31, Marble Canyon replaces Moraine Lake on the itinerary. It features a deep limestone gorge carved by Tokumm Creek’s turquoise waters. Visitors can walk along scenic trails, cross picturesque bridges, and view the towering canyon walls, making it suitable for easy hikes and photography.
60 min
Moraine Lake
Open from June 1 to October 13, Moraine Lake is known for its vivid blue water and views of the Valley of the Ten Peaks. The site offers peaceful surroundings and opportunities to take postcard-style photos. Outside these dates, Marble Canyon serves as the alternative stop.
60 min
Lake Louise
Lake Louise is a turquoise glacial lake in Banff National Park. Visitors can see the Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise and the Victoria Glacier at the base of Mount Victoria. The lake’s clear shores provide a good spot for photographs.
60 min
Lunch Stop
There is a lunch break at either Lake Louise Village or Lake Louise Ski Resort. Meals during this stop are not included in the tour price and are at the guest’s own cost.
45 min
Emerald Lake
Emerald Lake is located in Yoho National Park and is noted for its green-colored water and mountain scenery. Guests can walk along the shoreline and visit a wooden bridge popular for photos.
30 min
Natural Bridge
Natural Bridge is a limestone arch in Yoho National Park formed by the Kicking Horse River’s erosion over thousands of years. The arch spans the river and is a notable geological feature.
15 min
Banff Avenue
Guests may choose to visit Banff Avenue, where they can explore shops, galleries, and local eateries. This stop offers views of the surrounding natural area.
45 min
Bow Falls
Alternatively, guests can visit Bow Falls near the Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel. The waterfall’s powerful cascade and its scenic location make it a notable attraction.
15 min
Calgary
The tour ends in Banff with options for drop-off in Banff, Canmore, or Calgary. Traveling from Banff to Calgary usually takes about 90 minutes.
90 min
Meeting point
Please wait in front of the hotel
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.