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Athabasca Glacier Snow Trip from Banff
4.9 (398)

Athabasca Glacier Snow Trip from Banff

Visit Canada's famous glaciers on a full-day seasonal excursion from Banff. Your personalized small group tour takes you through an awe-inspiring landscape carved by glaciers...

11 hours • Hotel pickup offered
4.9 (398)
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$276
Banff to Jasper One-Way Tour
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4.8 (116)

Banff to Jasper One-Way Tour

This one-way tour from Banff to Jasper takes you through some of the most spectacular mountain landscapes in North America. Following the spine of the...

10 hours • Free Cancellation
4.8 (116)
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$273
Private Forest Bathing Experience Connect with Nature
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Private Forest Bathing Experience Connect with Nature

Immerse yourself in the calming embrace of nature with a private guided Forest Bathing session. This experience offers a unique chance to slow down and...

2 hours 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
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$256
Columbia Icefield Adventure | Skywalk + 4 Stops | Max 12 Guests
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Columbia Icefield Adventure | Skywalk + 4 Stops | Max 12 Guests

The Icefields Parkway Adventure Tour showcases one of the world’s most breathtaking drives with unforgettable stops at Bow Lake, Peyto Lake, and Crowfoot Glacier. Take...

9 to 11 hours • Free Cancellation
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4 Hour Sulphur Mountain Horseback Ride
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4 Hour Sulphur Mountain Horseback Ride

Banff National Park is Canada’s oldest and most celebrated national park - and one worth getting out of the car and onto a trail for....

4 hours • Free Cancellation
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$253
Discover Grizzly Bears from Banff
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Discover Grizzly Bears from Banff

Discover a wilder side of the Rockies on this small-group adventure that connects you with some of the region’s most awe-inspiring natural wonders. Visit Takakkaw...

10 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
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$250
Small Group Banff Skyline Via Ferrata 5-hour Tour
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Small Group Banff Skyline Via Ferrata 5-hour Tour

As a Canadian Signature Experience, Norquay's Via Ferrata is a must-do activity when visiting Banff National Park. Our highly qualified ACMG-certified guides will lead you...

5 hours • Free Cancellation
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Ghost Valley Private Full Day Tour in a Jeep 4 by 4
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Ghost Valley Private Full Day Tour in a Jeep 4 by 4

Experience a world of remote mountain peaks, pristine river crossings, and spectacular valleys on our full day 4 x 4 Jeep safari adventure. Escape the...

7 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
4.8 (4)
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$238
Private Horse-Drawn Sleigh Ride In Banff
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Private Horse-Drawn Sleigh Ride In Banff

Climb up into the traditional one horse-drawn sleigh and cuddle up under a cozy blanket to up the romance factor. See the horse's steamy breath...

40 minutes • Free Cancellation
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$229
Mountain Lakes and Waterfalls - roundtrip from Banff
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Mountain Lakes and Waterfalls - roundtrip from Banff

Experience the beauty of the Canadian Rockies, with its backdrop of the glistening Victoria Glacier, on a full-day guided coach tour from Banff. Marvel at...

9 hours 30 minutes • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
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Canmore Evening Sunset Discovery Tour
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Canmore Evening Sunset Discovery Tour

Uncover the beauty of Canmore as the sun sets on a small-group tour through its most picturesque locations. Visit hidden treasures like Sparrowhawk and Grassi...

4 hours • Hotel pickup offered
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$219
3 Day Banff Moraine Lake Louise Johnston Columbia Icefield Tour
4.9 (11)

3 Day Banff Moraine Lake Louise Johnston Columbia Icefield Tour

Join this remarkable 3-day journey to discover the majestic beauty of the Canadian Rockies. Begin by exploring iconic destinations like Banff, Lake Louise, and Moraine...

3 days • Free Cancellation
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$219
Private Guided Hike: Adventure & Wellness in Banff
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Private Guided Hike: Adventure & Wellness in Banff

This is a Private Guided immersive hiking experience that combines adventure and wellness practices to help you maximize your time in the region. Are you...

8 hours • Free Cancellation
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$218
Banff Tour with Gondola & Lake Cruise - roundtrip from Banff
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Banff Tour with Gondola & Lake Cruise - roundtrip from Banff

Discover the Canadian Rockies' favorite resort town and its beautiful environment on a 4-hour guided tour of Banff. You'll visit the intriguing hoodoos earth pillars...

6 hours 30 minutes • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
4.8 (173)
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$210
Columbia Icefield Small-Group ATV Tour and Walk on the Glacier
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Columbia Icefield Small-Group ATV Tour and Walk on the Glacier

The Ice Odyssey at the Columbia Icefield offers an extraordinary glacier adventure, combining storytelling with exploration. Guests will embark on a 2-hour guided tour in...

2 hours
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$205
Banff Tour — Hike in Sunshine Meadow & Johnston Canyon — Gondolas
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Banff Tour — Hike in Sunshine Meadow & Johnston Canyon — Gondolas

Enjoy a refreshing one-day Banff hiking tour to bask in the scenery of one of the world's most beautiful National Parks. Stroll through Johnston Canyon...

9 to 10 hours • Free Cancellation
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$205
Half-Day Guided Via Ferrata Climbing Tour in Banff
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5.0 (51)

Half-Day Guided Via Ferrata Climbing Tour in Banff

As a Canadian Signature Experience, Norquay's Via Ferrata is a must-do activity when visiting Banff National Park. Our highly qualified ACMG-certified guides will lead you...

3 hours 45 minutes • Free Cancellation
5.0 (51)
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$199
2 Days Banff and Jasper Tour : Lakes, Glaciers and Hot Springs
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2 Days Banff and Jasper Tour : Lakes, Glaciers and Hot Springs

Discover the stunning landscapes of Banff National Park over two immersive days. From the picturesque Banff Town to the breathtaking turquoise waters of Lake Louise,...

2 days • Free Cancellation
5.0 (5)
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$197
Discover Lake Louise and Yoho In Winter
4.9 (69)

Discover Lake Louise and Yoho In Winter

Step into a winter wonderland as you journey from Banff to the breathtaking landscapes of Lake Louise and Yoho National Park. This small group tour...

7 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
4.9 (69)
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$181
Jeep Safari Spray Lakes With Afternoon Tea and Charcuterie
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3.7 (3)

Jeep Safari Spray Lakes With Afternoon Tea and Charcuterie

Join them for a one-of-a-kind half-day 4x4 sightseeing and wildlife safari through the beautiful Spray Lakes Valley. This off-the-beaten-path adventure brings you to the crystal-blue...

4 to 5 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
3.7 (3)
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$179

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Super!
New York City
3 Day Banff Moraine Lake Louise Johnston Columbia Icefield Tour
Sarunas_Z, Sep 2026
Super!
So good from the first minute till the end of the tour! Our gide Sammuel was outstanding. His sense of humour and jokes during the tour worth a separate programme. Thanks a lot!
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An Unforgettable Thrill — Worth Every Second!
New York City
Half-Day Guided Via Ferrata Climbing Tour in Banff
E7577NMpatrickb, Sep 2026
An Unforgettable Thrill — Worth Every Second!
If you are looking for an adrenaline rush with breathtaking views, this Via Ferrata tour is an absolute must-do. From start to finish, the experience was seamless and thrilling. ​A special shoutout to our guide, Katsu, who was incredible throughout the trip. He was exceptionally friendly, completely professional, and made us feel 100% secure every step of the way—walking us through the equipment setup and safety protocols before we even touched the rock. On top of that, Tatsu took tons of fantastic pictures for us during the climb so we could just focus on enjoying the moment! ​The route itself offered a perfect balance: challenging enough to be exciting without ever feeling reckless or overwhelming. Iron rungs, suspension bridges, and sheer vertical drops made for an unforgettable sense of accomplishment at the summit. ​Highly recommend this tour to anyone looking to step out of their comfort zone. You don't need prior climbing experience, just a decent level of fitness and a sense of adventure!
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Well worth booking!
New York City
Athabasca Glacier Snow Trip from Banff
laurateapot, Sep 2026
Well worth booking!
Definitely recommend this trip! We had Emma as our guide, and she was wonderful - full of knowledge and telling us stories of the area, the geology and history of the people of the area. We were well looked after, with plenty of stops to stretch our legs and admire the scenery
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This was the coolest...
New York City
Small Group Banff Skyline Via Ferrata 5-hour Tour
Lacie_J, Sep 2026
This was the coolest...
This was the coolest thing we did in Banff. Plus we had the best guide, Shay was amazing. I would highly recommend doing this. It was scary in places but so rewarding.
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This trip is fantastic
New York City
Athabasca Glacier Snow Trip from Banff
675jeanniem, Sep 2026
This trip is fantastic
This trip was truly amazing. It's a full day, but our guide Bobby went out of his way to make sure we had a good time. He also added a couple of sights that we hadn't planned. Well worth it!
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Great tour with informative guide
New York City
Banff to Jasper One-Way Tour
Hampshiremum_9, Sep 2026
Great tour with informative guide
This is a great way of transferring from Banff to Jasper if you don't have a car. You can take luggage on the bus. We were picked up on time from our hotel in Banff and stopped at several sites on the way (including Lake Louise, Bow Lake, Peyto Lake and The Columbia Ice Field). Our driver, Norm, clearly knew the area and some of its people well and had many a tale to tell. He made a long journey pass really quickly. Lunch and water provided. Very enjoyable.
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Amazing trip 😍
New York City
Columbia Icefield Adventure | Skywalk + 4 Stops | Max 12 Guests
Lorraine_M, Sep 2026
Amazing trip 😍
Ankit was an amazing host. Very professional friendly and helpful. Very knowledgeable and asked the group if they wanted to hike. We said No so he asked would we like to see a waterfall instead and we said yes amazing trip. Ankit ensured everyone was comfortable and had plenty of water to go around. Would totally recommend. Thanks Ankit for a fantastic day .
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Must Do!
New York City
Banff Tour with Gondola & Lake Cruise – roundtrip from Banff
KAG_17, Sep 2026
Must Do!
The views from the top of gondola are incredible and the lake cruise is amazing!
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Great tour
New York City
Columbia Icefield Adventure | Skywalk + 4 Stops | Max 12 Guests
sheelus2026, Sep 2026
Great tour
One of the best ways to experience the Icefields Parkway! We booked the adventure tour from Banff with Anchit, and the entire day was fantastic. He was knowledgeable, friendly, and made the journey feel effortless.The route was absolutely breathtaking, and having everything organized for us made such a difference. No running around trying to arrange separate activities or tickets, the experience was very well put together from beginning to end.Would definitely recommend this tour to anyone visiting Banff!
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Amazing Banff Tour with Wonderful Guides
New York City
3 Day Banff Moraine Lake Louise Johnston Columbia Icefield Tour
aratrikam2026, Sep 2026
Amazing Banff Tour with Wonderful Guides
I had an amazing experience on the 3-day Banff tour and would definitely recommend it!All three days were equally enjoyable, and every place I visited was beautiful. The itinerary was very well planned, with enough time at each stop to enjoy the scenery, take photos, and explore without feeling rushed. The transportation was comfortable, and everything throughout the three days was well organized.What really made the experience special were our guides — Tammy, Andrew, and Layse. All three were incredibly friendly, funny, knowledgeable, and gave us lots of interesting information throughout the tours.Tammy was wonderful — very friendly, knowledgeable, and fun throughout the day. She explained everything really well and shared lots of interesting information about the places we visited. She was also very helpful and took the time to help everyone take photos at the different stops.Andrew was extremely funny and a great talker, which made the day especially entertaining. He shared so much information and also gave us several restaurant recommendations. I tried one of the places he recommended and absolutely loved it!Layse was also fantastic and went out of her way to help us. During the lunch break, the restaurant was very busy and she helped us get a seat, which was very thoughtful. She also recommended a place for hot chocolate, and it turned out to be really good!I genuinely enjoyed everything about the three days. The scenery was incredible, I had enough time at the stops, and each guide brought their own personality to the experience.A huge thank you to Tammy, Andrew, and Layse for making my trip so memorable. I would absolutely recommend the 3-day tour to anyone wanting to experience Banff and the surrounding areas!
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Must do in Banff!
New York City
Half-Day Guided Via Ferrata Climbing Tour in Banff
L3841FWtaylorw, Sep 2026
Must do in Banff!
Incredible experience. Ben and Brandon were amazing guides and we had a blast. The views didn’t even feel real!!
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Ben Wallace did an amazing job guiding. Makes you feel very safe and confident. He definitely knows what he’s doing10/10
New York City
Small Group Banff Skyline Via Ferrata 5-hour Tour
Eduardo_R, Sep 2026
Ben Wallace did an amazing job guiding. Makes you feel very safe and confident. He definitely knows what he’s doing10/10
The skyline route was very fulfilling with the beautiful views and fun climbing. Take water and snacks!
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A must-do trip!
New York City
Mountain Lakes and Waterfalls – roundtrip from Banff
716xanthed, Sep 2026
A must-do trip!
The highlight of our entire trip to the Rockies! We had such an amazing time on this tour - breathtaking views of some Canada’s best lakes and mountains. Our guide Nolan and driver Carson made our experience even better with their impressive knowledge of each location and super friendly service. They were funny and shared some great stories and anecdotes. We saw 3 bears and a deer on this tour too which was amazing. We would have loved to have a little more time at Lake Louise but you get to fit so much in in one day. We would 100% recommend this tour as an easy way to see Lake Louise, Lake Moraine, Emerald Lake and Takakkaw Falls! No matter how long your stay in Banff is, this is a must!
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An excellent trip in the end
New York City
Banff to Jasper One-Way Tour
juliecM1003HU, Sep 2026
An excellent trip in the end
After initial mistake by booking agent booking us on the wrong day corrected in the end. The tour was excellent our driver Norm had tales to tell all the way from pick up to drop off. The scenery was great. Saw bears. Eagles. The waterfalls and lakes were amazing. The picnic lunch was good. Although it was a very long day it was really enjoyable experience. The columbia icefield was good too. Would highly recommend.
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Banff town, gondola, hot springs and lakes
New York City
2 Days Banff and Jasper Tour : Lakes, Glaciers and Hot Springs
shelley_f, Sep 2026
Banff town, gondola, hot springs and lakes
Daman was very polite and accommodating even tho timelines were set back, to no fault of his. Thanks for providing us the best experience and for being very friendly! This was a great tour i would do again! Loved all the stops and scenery was breathtaking. I may have cried a little it was so beautiful. If you are considering this...book it!
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A must do option
New York City
Mountain Lakes and Waterfalls – roundtrip from Banff
sandloret, Aug 2026
A must do option
This is an absolute must do, no worries about Parking, you get loads of information and jokes. You get to see Morraine, Emerald and Louise Lakes. The Takakkaw Falls are a must and the Buffet lunch provided at Emerald lake was delicious. So much to see and do. Great thanks to Nolan and our brilliant coach driver.
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