Lake Louise, Moraine Lake ,Emerald Lake & Banff(optional:Gondola)
Description
Embark on a full-day tour to witness the beauty of Canadian Rockies. Start your day with a pick-up from Calgary, Canmore, or Banff. Pass by the Three Sisters and Castle Mountain on your way to Emerald Lake and Natural Bridge. Next, Next, explore the Lake Louise and Moraine Lake (visit Moraine Lake from Jun to Oct 13th, visit Johnston Canyon in winter). In winter, experience an ice walk in the world-famous Johnston Canyon. Pass by the Vermillion Lakes and stop in Banff Town for 1 hour or choose to Banff Gondola (ticket not included). After a day of exploring, relax on the drive back to your starting point. •A small group allows your guide to give you more interaction and details to make your experience more comfortable •Hassle-free pickup and drop-off services available from Calgary, Canmore, and Banff •Witness the world-famous Lake Louise and Moraine Lake/Johnston Canyon •See the stunning Emerald Lake and Natural Bridge, and have fun at Banff town or Banff Gondola
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Itinerary
Castle Mountain is a mountain in the Canadian Rockies that is part of Banff National Park. It has castle like appearance due to erosive processes.
Cascade Mountain is likely the most iconic mountain in Banff National Park. It is a mountain in the Bow River Valley National Park, near the town of Banff.
Located in the center of Yoho National Park, Emerald Lake's vivid emerald color is derived from tiny glacial debris particles called rock flour. This lake is unique because of its gorgeous green water. It is impossible to describe the verdant surroundings and snow-capped Rockies as a backdrop. In winter, the lake was largely frozen in ice, and the landscape was blanketed in untouched snow.
Located eight kilometers south of Emerald Lake Lodge, Natural Bridge is an impressive natural rock formation that spans the flow of the Kicking Horse River west of Field. Visiting Natural Bridge in the winter is even more incredible. When the roaring waterfall freezes, ice spikes allow you to walk onto the frozen Kicking Horse River and see the Natural Bridge from below.
Lake Louise is a glacial lake within Banff National Park. The vivid turquoise waters of Lake Louise have earned it a worldwide reputation. The Victoria Glacier as the majestic mountain backdrop.
Having lunch for 1 hour
(Summer only)What makes this place additionally special is the fact that it can only be accessible for a brief time each year (only open from June to early October, it will be replaced by Johnston Canyon during closure). Moraine lake is the majesty of nature, this strikingly turquoise-blue Moraine lake sits in the Valley of the Ten Peaks. Only a short walk from the parking lot to the lake. This is one place you definitely cannot miss in Banff.
(Winter only, alternative to Moraine Lake) Hiking in Johnston Canyon is thrilling for hikers of all skill levels. It offers several waterfall views, excellent scenic value, along with easy access over a short distance. The trail is open all year round, and in the winter, the frozen waterfalls and snow-covered paths are gorgeous.
Vermilion Lakes is make up of three stunning lakes. It reflects the majestic Mount Rundle, which rises over the town of Banff.
Banff town that flanked on all sides by towering mountains. Downtown's streets are filled with high-end restaurants, cafés, and stores, as well as some excellent art galleries and museums. Spend some free time around Banff Town, grab a lunch, or shop for souvenirs (optional activities: Banff Gondola or Banff Hotsprings, ticket not included )
(Optional activity from Banff Town) The Banff Gondola provides visitors with a scenic ride to the summit of Sulphur Mountain, offering panoramic views of the Canadian Rockies and the Bow Valley (ticket not included)
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Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The remaining hours are allotted for the travel time.
Reviews(78)
This was a great way to see the lakes in the area. Our guide, Jesse, was entertaining , knowledgable, helpful and knew all the best places to shoot great photos.
We had a great experience on our grand tour with Jesse. It was so nice to have the driving, navigating, and parking expertly taken care of so we could relax and enjoy. Jesse was so nice and hit the right note for being informative and guiding us while also letting us do our own thing. Definitely worth it, highly recommended.
Its gOod and Fun :) try this if you want to go in banff toUr ... the Tourist guide is funny and well educated in terms of Places :)
We had an amazing full-day tour visiting Emerald Lake, Lake Louise, Lake Moraine, and Banff town, with the optional gondola ride — and Jesse was the perfect guide. From the start, he went above and beyond to ensure we were comfortable and enjoying every moment. He was friendly, funny, knowledgeable, and genuinely caring, even providing snacks, taking photos for us, and making sure we had everything we needed throughout the day and giving us the history of the locations and names. Jesse also had a great eye for photography, taking us to the best viewpoints and helping us capture incredible shots of the Rockies. It really felt like travelling with a friend who wanted us to have the best possible experience. We were the only ones in our group to take the gondola, and Jesse kindly waited for us while we enjoyed it — a level of thoughtfulness we truly appreciated. The scenery was breathtaking, but Jesse’s warmth and care made the day unforgettable. We feel very lucky to have had him as our guide. **Thank you, Jesse, for such a memorable experience! We would highly recommend this tour — We had an amazing full-day tour visiting Emerald Lake, Lake Louise, Lake Moraine, and Banff town, with the optional gondola ride — and Jesse was the perfect guide. From the start, he went above and beyond to ensure we were comfortable and enjoying every moment. He was friendly, funny, knowledgeable, and genuinely caring, even providing snacks, taking photos for us, and making sure we had everything we needed throughout the day. Jesse also had a great eye for photography, taking us to the best viewpoints and helping us capture incredible shots of the Rockies. It really felt like travelling with a friend who wanted us to have the best possible experience. We were the only ones in our group to take the gondola, and Jesse kindly waited for us while we enjoyed it — a level of thoughtfulness we truly appreciated. The scenery was breathtaking, but Jesse’s warmth and care made the day unforgettable. We feel very lucky to have had him as our guide. **Thank you, Jesse, for such a memorable experience !!! We would highly recommend this tour — especially with Jesse — to anyone visiting the Canadian Rockies **
We had a wonderful experience on our trip with our guide, Boyd. He was extremely polite, well-mannered, and professional throughout the entire experience. He drove very carefully and smoothly, which made us feel comfortable and relaxed during the whole trip. Boyd was also a great guide. He was very helpful, attentive, and made sure we enjoyed every part of the experience. He even helped us find the perfect spots for taking beautiful pictures, which made our memories even more special. We also had a great experience with Viator. Everything was very easy, smooth, and comfortable, from booking to the actual trip. The whole process was stress-free and well organized. We truly enjoyed our experience and would definitely recommend Boyd and Viator to anyone looking for a comfortable and enjoyable trip!
It was truly amazing. But if you chose the gondola ride know it’s very limited in time - but otherwise it is an amazing tour and takes the stress and worry off the traveler in getting to see all these beautiful places!
Very well organized! Excellent tour guide from Australia. Kept this tour exciting and entertaining! Highly recommend it!!
The experience was wonderful and Jesse was a great tour guide, helping us to find the best spots for photos and even assisting in taking some for us. All of the lakes were amazing!
Takes long but we'll worth it. Make sure you use washrooms at lake Louise before going to Moraine lake. Pack your own lunch as every restaurant will have a long line.
Incredibly smooth travel. Very well planned and didnt feel rushed at any of the stops. York our tour guide was kind, punctual & knowlegable. He took the time to explain the highlights, guide us to the spots with incredible views/hikes. He even did a bit of a detour for us in town instead of making us wait for Gondola pickup grp.
Thank you for your wonderful review! We're delighted to hear you enjoyed a smooth and well-paced tour. We truly appreciate your feedback and hope to welcome you back for another memorable adventure soon!
