Moraine Lake, Lake Louise, and Lake Minnewanka Banff sunset Tour
Overview
The Sunset Tour offers an unforgettable experience at two of the most iconic lakes in the Canadian Rockies — Lake Louise and a second lake that changes with the seasons. During summer, the journey continues to Moraine Lake, where the golden glow of sunset reflects off the turquoise waters and the Valley of the Ten Peaks shines in hues of amber and rose.
In winter, the adventure leads to Minnewanka Lake, where snow-covered mountains and pastel skies create a serene, dreamlike panorama as daylight fades. Traveling along the scenic Bow Valley Parkway, you may even spot local wildlife such as elk, deer, or bears along the way. Whether you visit under the warm light of summer or the tranquil stillness of winter, each sunset in Banff reveals a different side of the Rockies’ timeless beauty.
What's Included
- Pickup and dropoff available in Calgary, Canmore and Banff
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- 5% GST (Goods and Services Tax)
- All meals
- All personal expenses including activities and travel insurance
- Gratuities for guide CAD$15/head
Meeting and Pickup
Please ensure that you are prepared and present 15 minutes prior to the scheduled departure time. Here are the designated departure times and locations:18:00: Delta Hotels Calgary Downtown, 19:15: Travel Alberta Canmore Visitor Information Centre (2801 Bow Valley Trail, Canmore, AB T1W 3A2) 19:30: Banff Caribou Hotel, 521 Banff AveDeparture times vary daily based on the sunset time. We will contact you the day before to confirm the final departure time.
What To Expect
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Cascade Mountain (pass by)
Vermilion Lakes (pass by)
Castle Mountain (pass by)
Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise (pass by)
Lake Louise
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
Moraine Lake
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Bow Valley Parkway (pass by)
Lake Minnewanka
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
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
- Specialized infant seats are available
- This tour requires a minimum of 8 people to proceed. If the minimum number is not reached, we reserve the right to cancel the tour for that day and will inform travelers the day before departure.
- This is a local bus tour, and you will join the tour with other travelers locally.
- If there are not enough participants for a tour in your selected language, we will contact you to discuss joining a tour in another language.
- Total tour duration includes travel time
- Departure times vary daily based on the sunset time. We will contact you the day before to confirm the final departure time.
- We will send a reminder the day before your tour. Please be sure to check your email or messages.
- All pick-up times and locations are fixed. Please carefully review the pick-up detail and choose the location that best suits you. If you have any special requests, please don't hesitate to contact us directly.
- Kindly let us know if you'll be bringing luggage, a wheelchair, stroller, or anything that may require extra storage space, as there may be an additional charge.
- Winter Itinerary (When Moraine Lake closed) : Lake Lousie-Lake Minnewanka
- Summer Itinerary : Lake Lousie-Moraine Lake
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 23 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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 (MDT).
- 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.
- Pickup and dropoff available in Calgary, Canmore and Banff.
- Air-conditioned vehicle.
- 5% GST (Goods and Services Tax).
- All meals.
- All personal expenses including activities and travel insurance.
- Gratuities for guide CAD$15/head.
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. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
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 Moraine Lake, Lake Louise, and Lake Minnewanka Banff sunset Tour is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Moraine Lake, Lake Louise, and Lake Minnewanka Banff sunset 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 2024What's Included
- Pickup and dropoff available in Calgary, Canmore and Banff
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- 5% GST (Goods and Services Tax)
- All meals
- All personal expenses including activities and travel insurance
- Gratuities for guide CAD$15/head
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
- Specialized infant seats are available
- This tour requires a minimum of 8 people to proceed. If the minimum number is not reached, we reserve the right to cancel the tour for that day and will inform travelers the day before departure.
- This is a local bus tour, and you will join the tour with other travelers locally.
- If there are not enough participants for a tour in your selected language, we will contact you to discuss joining a tour in another language.
- Total tour duration includes travel time
- Departure times vary daily based on the sunset time. We will contact you the day before to confirm the final departure time.
- We will send a reminder the day before your tour. Please be sure to check your email or messages.
- All pick-up times and locations are fixed. Please carefully review the pick-up detail and choose the location that best suits you. If you have any special requests, please don't hesitate to contact us directly.
- Kindly let us know if you'll be bringing luggage, a wheelchair, stroller, or anything that may require extra storage space, as there may be an additional charge.
- Winter Itinerary (When Moraine Lake closed) : Lake Lousie-Lake Minnewanka
- Summer Itinerary : Lake Lousie-Moraine Lake
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 23 travelers
