Overview
Experience the stunning beauty of Banff National Park on this full-day private tour from Banff or Canmore. Visit iconic, photogenic spots like Lake Louise, known for its glacier-fed waters, and Moraine Lake, famed for its turquoise hue and mountain backdrop. Continue to Johnston Canyon for a scenic hike to picturesque waterfalls or a thrilling ice walk in winter, with complimentary crampon rentals. Conclude with a peaceful stop at Vermilion Lakes and a stroll down Banff Avenue before returning to your starting point.
Notes: 1. Tour accommodates a maximum of 14 guests, including adults and children.
2. From October 15 to May 31, Moraine Lake is closed and replaced by the equally beautiful Lake Minnewanka.
What's Included
- Round-trip transportation
- Banff National Park entry and Moraine Lake access fees
- One hour free time at Moraine Lake & Lake Louise
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Gratuities
Meeting and Pickup
For Canmore pickup, please go to The Malcolm Hotel or the Travel Alberta Canmore Visitor Information Centre. For Banff pickup, meet at the public bus parking lot located behind the Mount Royal Hotel.
What To Expect
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Castle Junction (pass by)
Lake Louise
1 hour Admission Ticket Included
Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise (pass by)
Lake Louise Visitor Information Centre
45 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Johnston Canyon
1 hour 30 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Vermilion Lakes
15 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Banff Avenue
45 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travel time is already included for the total duration of the tour
- Tour accommodates a maximum of 14 guests, including adults and children.
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Lake Louise, Moraine Lake, Johnston Canyon Private Day Tour?
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Banff customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CST).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Round-trip transportation.
- Banff National Park entry and Moraine Lake access fees.
- One hour free time at Moraine Lake & Lake Louise.
- Air-conditioned vehicle.
- Gratuities.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Lake Louise, Moraine Lake, Johnston Canyon Private Day Tour is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travel time is already included for the total duration of the tour
- Tour accommodates a maximum of 14 guests, including adults and children.
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Lake Louise, Moraine Lake, Johnston Canyon Private Day Tour will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Banff. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Round-trip transportation
- Banff National Park entry and Moraine Lake access fees
- One hour free time at Moraine Lake & Lake Louise
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Gratuities
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travel time is already included for the total duration of the tour
- Tour accommodates a maximum of 14 guests, including adults and children.
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
