Moraine Lake, Lake Louise, Johnston Canyon and Banff National Park Full-Day Tour
by Banff Journey
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Banff National Park in Alberta offers extensive natural landscapes including glacial lakes, waterfalls, and mountain views. This full-day bus tour lasts about 8 to 10 hours and includes pickup and drop-off in Calgary, Canmore, or Banff. During the summer season from June to mid-October, the tour visits Moraine Lake, Lake Louise, Banff Town, and Johnston Canyon. In the winter season from mid-October to May, the itinerary changes to include Lake Louise, Johnston Canyon, Banff Town, Bow Falls, and Surprise Corner instead of Moraine Lake. The exact stops are confirmed in a tour reminder sent the day before departure. The tour includes air-conditioned transport and, in winter, crampons for icy conditions. Passengers can expect a one-hour stop at Lake Louise to enjoy its turquoise waters and mountain surroundings, with opportunities to hike or canoe. Moraine Lake, accessible only in summer and weather permitting, offers views of the Valley of the Ten Peaks and hiking trails. Johnston Canyon features waterfalls, turquoise pools, and walking trails with suspension bridges, lasting about an hour. The route also passes Cascade Mountain and Castle Mountain, noted for their distinctive shapes and prominence in the Bow River Valley. A scenic drive along Bow Valley Parkway provides chances to spot elk, deer, or possibly bears. The tour stops for approximately 45 minutes in Banff town in summer and 2 hours in winter. Lunch is not included but there is a one-hour break at Lake Louise Village in summer or Banff Town in winter for meals at own expense. When Moraine Lake is closed, the tour visits Bow Falls and Surprise Corner for brief stops. Guides assist with photography and provide information throughout the day. The total duration includes travel time. The itinerary is subject to change due to weather or road conditions, particularly in winter.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Cascade Mountain
Cascade Mountain is located in the Bow River Valley within Banff National Park, close to the town of Banff.
Castle Mountain
Castle Mountain features sheer cliffs and towering slopes that highlight the natural ruggedness of the area.
Lake Louise
Visitors spend about one hour at Lake Louise, viewing the turquoise lake surrounded by large mountain peaks. Activities include hiking trails, canoeing on the lake, and enjoying the quiet natural environment.
60 min
Moraine Lake
Moraine Lake is included in the itinerary only between June 1 and October 11, 2026, weather permitting. It is a glacial lake known for its bright turquoise water and views of the Valley of the Ten Peaks. The site offers hiking trails and a tranquil setting. Outside this period, the tour visits Bow Falls, Surprise Corner, and Banff Town instead.
60 min
Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise
Located beside Lake Louise, the Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise provides luxury accommodations with mountain views, offering options for both outdoor activities and relaxation.
Bow Valley Parkway
The route includes a drive along Bow Valley Parkway, a quiet road where travelers may see wildlife such as elk, deer, and occasionally bears.
Lunch Break
The tour stops for a one-hour lunch break at Lake Louise Village during the summer itinerary. In winter, the lunch break takes place in Banff Town. Meals are at the traveler's own expense.
60 min
Johnston Canyon
Johnston Canyon offers about one hour to explore its waterfalls, turquoise pools, and cliffs. Visitors walk well-kept trails and cross suspension bridges within Banff National Park.
60 min
Bow Falls
Bow Falls is included in the itinerary during the period when Moraine Lake is closed, from October 14, 2025, to May 31, 2026, and from October 12, 2026, to May 31, 2027, weather permitting. It is not part of the summer itinerary.
15 min
Surprise Corner
Surprise Corner is visited only when Moraine Lake is closed, during the same periods as Bow Falls. This stop is not included in the summer itinerary.
15 min
Banff
The tour includes a stop in Banff town lasting 45 minutes in summer and 2 hours in winter.
45 min
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Moraine Lake, Lake Louise, Johnston Canyon and Banff National Park Full-Day Tour
by Banff Journey
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$218Overview
Banff National Park in Alberta offers extensive natural landscapes including glacial lakes, waterfalls, and mountain views. This full-day bus tour lasts about 8 to 10 hours and includes pickup and drop-off in Calgary, Canmore, or Banff. During the summer season from June to mid-October, the tour visits Moraine Lake, Lake Louise, Banff Town, and Johnston Canyon. In the winter season from mid-October to May, the itinerary changes to include Lake Louise, Johnston Canyon, Banff Town, Bow Falls, and Surprise Corner instead of Moraine Lake. The exact stops are confirmed in a tour reminder sent the day before departure. The tour includes air-conditioned transport and, in winter, crampons for icy conditions. Passengers can expect a one-hour stop at Lake Louise to enjoy its turquoise waters and mountain surroundings, with opportunities to hike or canoe. Moraine Lake, accessible only in summer and weather permitting, offers views of the Valley of the Ten Peaks and hiking trails. Johnston Canyon features waterfalls, turquoise pools, and walking trails with suspension bridges, lasting about an hour. The route also passes Cascade Mountain and Castle Mountain, noted for their distinctive shapes and prominence in the Bow River Valley. A scenic drive along Bow Valley Parkway provides chances to spot elk, deer, or possibly bears. The tour stops for approximately 45 minutes in Banff town in summer and 2 hours in winter. Lunch is not included but there is a one-hour break at Lake Louise Village in summer or Banff Town in winter for meals at own expense. When Moraine Lake is closed, the tour visits Bow Falls and Surprise Corner for brief stops. Guides assist with photography and provide information throughout the day. The total duration includes travel time. The itinerary is subject to change due to weather or road conditions, particularly in winter.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Cascade Mountain
Cascade Mountain is located in the Bow River Valley within Banff National Park, close to the town of Banff.
Castle Mountain
Castle Mountain features sheer cliffs and towering slopes that highlight the natural ruggedness of the area.
Lake Louise
Visitors spend about one hour at Lake Louise, viewing the turquoise lake surrounded by large mountain peaks. Activities include hiking trails, canoeing on the lake, and enjoying the quiet natural environment.
60 min
Moraine Lake
Moraine Lake is included in the itinerary only between June 1 and October 11, 2026, weather permitting. It is a glacial lake known for its bright turquoise water and views of the Valley of the Ten Peaks. The site offers hiking trails and a tranquil setting. Outside this period, the tour visits Bow Falls, Surprise Corner, and Banff Town instead.
60 min
Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise
Located beside Lake Louise, the Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise provides luxury accommodations with mountain views, offering options for both outdoor activities and relaxation.
Bow Valley Parkway
The route includes a drive along Bow Valley Parkway, a quiet road where travelers may see wildlife such as elk, deer, and occasionally bears.
Lunch Break
The tour stops for a one-hour lunch break at Lake Louise Village during the summer itinerary. In winter, the lunch break takes place in Banff Town. Meals are at the traveler's own expense.
60 min
Johnston Canyon
Johnston Canyon offers about one hour to explore its waterfalls, turquoise pools, and cliffs. Visitors walk well-kept trails and cross suspension bridges within Banff National Park.
60 min
Bow Falls
Bow Falls is included in the itinerary during the period when Moraine Lake is closed, from October 14, 2025, to May 31, 2026, and from October 12, 2026, to May 31, 2027, weather permitting. It is not part of the summer itinerary.
15 min
Surprise Corner
Surprise Corner is visited only when Moraine Lake is closed, during the same periods as Bow Falls. This stop is not included in the summer itinerary.
15 min
Banff
The tour includes a stop in Banff town lasting 45 minutes in summer and 2 hours in winter.
45 min
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.