Banff Area & Johnston Canyon 1-Day Tour from Calgary or Banff
Overview
From the quaint mountainside town of Banff, to the snow-dusted peaks, misty falls, and dramatic canyons around Banff as you explore this rugged slice of Alberta with an experienced guide.
Starting your day with rolling by the steep slopes of Sulphur Mountain for the chance to take a gondola ride to the summit's sweeping viewpoints. (Banff Sulphur Gondola is optional)
Enjoy some leisure time in downtown Banff and Snap photos of Johnston Canyon's limestone-carving creek.
Fill your camera with misty shots of the tumbling rapids at Bow Falls, capture panoramic images of downtown Banff framed against a backdrop of craggy peaks from the Surprise Corner lookout, and keep your eyes peeled for the monolithic silhouette of glacier-carved Hoodoos.
What's Included
- Traffic Accident Insurance (10M liability)
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Free Crampon for Winter itinerary (Nov to mid-Apr)
- National Park Fee & GST
- Professional Tour guide (Bilingual Chinese-English tour guide)
- Lunch Free time at Banff town for lunch will be arranged
- Personal expense, insurance, and additional excursions
- Specific Hotel Pick up (we meet all travelers at a meeting point)
- Gratuities (Suggested: CAD $15 per person per day in cash; Suggested: CAD $20 from Nov 1st)
- Checked-In Luggage Allowance (Extra fee may apply if needed)
- Admission fee of Cave and Basin National Historic Site
Meeting Location
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Banff
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Sulphur Mountain
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Banff Avenue
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Johnston Canyon
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
Cascade Gardens
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Cave and Basin National Historic Site
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Bow Falls
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Surprise Corner
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Hoodoos Trail
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 50 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Banff Area & Johnston Canyon 1-Day Tour from Calgary or Banff?
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Activity code: C-220265P1
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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.
- Traffic Accident Insurance (10M liability).
- Air-conditioned vehicle.
- Free Crampon for Winter itinerary (Nov to mid-Apr).
- National Park Fee & GST.
- Professional Tour guide (Bilingual Chinese-English tour guide).
- Lunch. Free time at Banff town for lunch will be arranged.
- Personal expense, insurance, and additional excursions.
- Specific Hotel Pick up (we meet all travelers at a meeting point).
- Gratuities (Suggested: CAD $15 per person per day in cash; Suggested: CAD $20 from Nov 1st).
- Checked-In Luggage Allowance (Extra fee may apply if needed).
- Admission fee of Cave and Basin National Historic Site.
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 Banff Area & Johnston Canyon 1-Day Tour from Calgary or Banff 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 Banff Area & Johnston Canyon 1-Day Tour from Calgary or Banff 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
- Traffic Accident Insurance (10M liability)
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Free Crampon for Winter itinerary (Nov to mid-Apr)
- National Park Fee & GST
- Professional Tour guide (Bilingual Chinese-English tour guide)
- LunchFree time at Banff town for lunch will be arranged
- Personal expense, insurance, and additional excursions
- Specific Hotel Pick up (we meet all travelers at a meeting point)
- Gratuities (Suggested: CAD $15 per person per day in cash; Suggested: CAD $20 from Nov 1st)
- Checked-In Luggage Allowance (Extra fee may apply if needed)
- Admission fee of Cave and Basin National Historic Site
Additional Info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 50 travelers
