Explore Banff National Park Premium Day Trip
Overview
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Family-Owned & Operated
️ Led by Certified Local Guides
There's a difference between visiting the Rockies and experiencing them.
As a family-owned company born and raised in the Canadian Rockies, we don't just show you where to go, we share the stories, history, wildlife, and local knowledge that bring these mountains to life. From navigating road restrictions and seasonal changes to finding the best viewpoints and hidden gems, we take care of the logistics so you can focus on enjoying the experience.
Highlights include: Lake Louise, Moraine Lake (Seasonal), Johnston Canyon, Lake Minnewanka, Bow Falls, Surprise Corner, and free time in Banff Town for a well deserved meal.
• Family-owned & operated by certified local guides
• We handle the planning, driving & logistics
• Wildlife sightings, local stories & photo opportunities
• Convenient departures from Calgary, Canmore & Banff
What's Included
- Bottled water
- Round Trip Travel
- Crampons
- Moraine Lake Access Pass (Seasonal)
- Parks admissions
- Certified Tour Guide
- Meals and Drinks
- Gratuity welcomed
Meeting and Pickup
**MEETING TIMES** Calgary meeting time: 7:30-7:40 AM Canmore meeting time: 8:50-9:00 AM Banff meeting times: 9:15-9:30 AM**You will receive a WELCOME EMAIL directly from ROCKY MOUNTAIN TRIPS with all the details**
What To Expect
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Lake Louise
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
Moraine Lake
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
Johnston Canyon
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
Banff Avenue
2 hours • Admission Ticket Free
Bow Falls
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Tito's Castle Mountain Viewpoint (pass by)
Surprise Corner
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Lake Minnewanka
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Canmore (pass by)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This tour offers seasonal Stops due to closures in winter. Check itinerary descriptions.
- Calgary meeting time: 7:30 AM/ Canmore time: 9:00 AM/ Banff time: 9:30 AM
- Details are emailed 24 hours before trip date
- Please reach out for any extra space availability for luggage or equipment.
- Tickets are sold per seat
- Remaining tour duration is allotted for travel time and rest stops.
- Minimum age requirement: 5 years old
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Explore Banff National Park Premium Day Trip?
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Activity code: C-402277P1
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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.
- Bottled water.
- Round Trip Travel.
- Crampons.
- Moraine Lake Access Pass (Seasonal).
- Parks admissions.
- Certified Tour Guide.
- Meals and Drinks.
- Gratuity welcomed.
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 2025The minimum age to participate is 5. 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 Explore Banff National Park Premium Day Trip is as follows:
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Explore Banff National Park Premium Day Trip 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
- Bottled water
- Round Trip Travel
- Crampons
- Moraine Lake Access Pass (Seasonal)
- Parks admissions
- Certified Tour Guide
- Meals and Drinks
- Gratuity welcomed
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This tour offers seasonal Stops due to closures in winter. Check itinerary descriptions.
- Calgary meeting time: 7:30 AM/ Canmore time: 9:00 AM/ Banff time: 9:30 AM
- Details are emailed 24 hours before trip date
- Please reach out for any extra space availability for luggage or equipment.
- Tickets are sold per seat
- Remaining tour duration is allotted for travel time and rest stops.
- Minimum age requirement: 5 years old
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
