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Private Day Tour -Lake Louise, Emerald Lake and Johnston Canyon..

Banff, Canada
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from $731.02 per group (up to 14)

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9 to 10 hours (approx.)
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Offered in: English
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Overview

Discover the uniquely striking scenery of the Canadian Rockies, be prepared for the close sensing of the stunning lake color. Departing early in the morning from Calgary, you can relax in the air conditioned vehicle, and leave the driving and the tour guiding to your driver and guide.

Our knowledgeable and friendly bilingual guides will be sure to take you to the most iconic attractions in Lake Louise and Emerald Lake giving you a truly authentic and immersive experience.

Don't hesitate to book your tour today and get ready for an unforgettable experience exploring the best of this stunning region.

Booking available in 8 hrs before tour starting. Full Refund Available up to 24 Hours Before Tour.

What's Included

  • GST (Goods and Services Tax)
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Bottle water
  • The guest meal are not included
  • Gratuities
  • Moraine Lake access fee, maximum CAD$380 for the whole group.
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Please provide your desired pickup address or hotel. We'll review and confirm if we can pickup/drop off to the specified the location. Any location beyond the range defined above may cause extra pickup fee.

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Castle Mountain

Castle Mountain is a mountain located within Banff National Park in the Canadian Rockies, approximately halfway between Banff and Lake Louise. The mountain was named in 1858 by James Hector for its castle-like appearance
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Admission Ticket Free

Lake Louise

Lake Louise is a glacial lake within Banff National Park in Alberta, Canada. It is named after the Princess Louise Caroline Alberta, the fourth daughter of Queen Victoria and the wife of the Marquess of Lorne, who was the Governor General of Canada from 1878 to 1883. The turquoise colour of the water comes from rock flour carried into the lake by melt-water from the glaciers that overlook the lake. The lake has a surface of 0.8 km² and is drained through the 3 km long Louise Creek into the Bow River.
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1 hour 30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Moraine Lake

Note: Moraine Lake is available after June 1st. There will be an extra charge due to the visit fee. We may have to join our bus group for this attraction due to the accessing vehicle restriction by the park. Please see the exclusion section for detail.Moraine Lake is a world-famous glacially-fed lake nestled in the heart of Banff National Park, Alberta, Canada. Surrounded by the towering peaks of the Valley of the Ten Peaks
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1 hour 20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Lake Louise Visitor Information Centre

The village of Lake Louise is the highest mini town with an elevation of 1,661 m. Take some free time here to have your lunch, browse the stores and the visitor center surrounding the mini square. Regain some energy for the next two lakes of the tour.
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45 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Lower Spiral Tunnels Viewpoint

A brutal avalanche in 1899 that destroyed the station at Rogers Pass. One by one, the frugal proposals were eliminated and CP Rail's chief engineer signed off on a much more ambitious project that would solve the problem once and for all.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Emerald Lake

Emerald Lake is a freshwater lake located in Yoho National Park, British Columbia, Canada. Emerald Lake is enclosed by mountains of the President Range.The vivid green color of the Emerald Lake water is caused by powdered rock from the glaciers, which reflects the blue-green spectrum of sunlight. The rock type and the amount of it in the water causes the color to vary from lake to lake and month to month, even Take a short surrounding-lake walk with us to sense the quiet beauty of the color enriched lake that you would never forget in the rest of your life.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

Natural Bridge

Natural Bridge is an impressive natural rock formation that spans the flow of the Kicking Horse River west of Field, where the slower-moving waters from the Field valley flats begin their descent through a canyon to be joined by the Amiskwi River.Sculpted by the erosive forces of rushing water over what had once been a waterfall, the Natural Bridge is a powerful reminder of how much influence water has in shaping the landscape. Softer rock found below the Natural Bridge's hard limestone band eroded more quickly, and fissures in the rock widened until the flow of water was diverted below the outcrop.
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Johnston Canyon

Note: After June 1st, this attraction will be replace by Moraine Lake. But if you want to stop by the canyon after June 1st, we can still squeeze it into the itinerary by shorten the stay time of other attractions. Johnston Creek originates north of Castle Mountain in a glacial valley southwest of Badger Pass The creek flows through a gorge known as Johnston Canyon. As Johnston Creek approaches the Bow River, it flows through a large canyon formed by erosion over thousands of years. The creek has cut through the limestone rock to form sheer canyon walls, as well as waterfalls, tunnels, and pools.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • No pets allowed.
  • Traveler must prepare their own infants car seats
  • Travel time included on Tour Duration

Frequently Asked Questions (8)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Private Day Tour -Lake Louise, Emerald Lake and Johnston Canyon..?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. 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). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Frequently Asked Questions (8)

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Private Day Tour -Lake Louise, Emerald Lake and Johnston Canyon..?
A:
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • 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).
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • GST (Goods and Services Tax).
  • Air-conditioned vehicle.
  • bottle water.
The following is NOT included:
  • The guest meal are not included.
  • Gratuities.
  • Moraine Lake access fee, maximum CAD$380 for the whole group.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the weather cancellation policy?
A:

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 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
A:

There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..

Apr 2025
Q: My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
A:

If 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 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
A:

Accessibility information for the Private Day Tour -Lake Louise, Emerald Lake and Johnston Canyon.. is as follows:

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Apr 2025
Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?
A:

Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Private Day Tour -Lake Louise, Emerald Lake and Johnston Canyon.. 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 2024
Q: How long does a refund take to reach my card, and can I get it faster?
A:

Once 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 2026

What's Included

Activity name

  • GST (Goods and Services Tax)
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Bottle water
  • The guest meal are not included
  • Gratuities
  • Moraine Lake access fee, maximum CAD$380 for the whole group.

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • No pets allowed.
  • Traveler must prepare their own infants car seats
  • Travel time included on Tour Duration

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