Quick Details
Discover the Best of Banff National Park with this top-rated adventure of iconic sites and local secrets.
Embark on a day of adventure by immersing yourself in the majestic beauty of the Canadian Rockies’ crown jewels, and later, savor the magic of uncovering tailor-made local secrets that will leave an unforgettable imprint on your journey.
Did you know? This experience is part of our Ultimate Rockies Explorer package.
Highlights:
Lake Louise & Moraine Lake Like A Local: Delight in the unparalleled serenity of Lake Louise’s early hours, perfect for a contemplative walk along the shoreline, before exploring the hidden secrets of Moraine Lake on foot or canoe.
A Tailor-Made Finish to the Day: Designed to top the extremely hard-to-beat experiences of Lake Louise & Moraine Lake, your expert local guide leaves the final part of the tour to surprise you with a local secret stop. We can’t give away too much, but expect increased chances of wildlife sightings and stunning landscapes that most visitors miss!
Guided Exploration & Personal Stories: Our expert local guides, enriched with tales of Banff National Park, will accompany you, offering insights and photography tips to capture the essence of your experience.
Choose Your Own Radventure: Our small-group tours are famous for fostering an environment where strangers quickly become friends, but we recognize that everyone has their own Banff bucket-lists to tick off, so guests are free to break off from the group at anytime for their own adventures. Tap into your guides local secrets and advice to make the most of your experience.
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- Intimate, private group experience (Max 13 guests)
- High-roof passenger van transport with A/C and spare seats to maximize comfort
- Local expertise: Our guides are equipped with photography skills to aid in immortalizing your memories
- Ice cold water refills (please BYO water bottle)
- Pick-up & drop-off at select Banff & Lake Louise sites
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- Lunch (please BYO or select picnic lunch option at checkout)
- Alternate pick-up points in Banff & Lake Louise
- Tips for our dedicated guides (entirely optional but always appreciated)
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Travel in comfort in our air-conditioned and spacious high-roof passenger vans. We offer pick-up and drop-off from chosen Banff & Lake Louise locations, options available at checkout.
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Weather: Our tours go on, come rain, snow, or sunshine! Extreme weather is the only deterrence, wherein we offer complete refunds or alternate schedules.
Dress for the unpredictable mountain weather. Early mornings can be chilly – layered clothing is advised.
Pro local tip: Mountain weather is notoriously unpredictable. Sometimes, the uncertain conditions, like light drizzle, gift us with the most mesmerizing landscapes and minimal crowd interference. Embrace it!
Accessibility: Adapted to various fitness levels, this tour involves some light walking to fully appreciate the surroundings.
What does the tour’s schedule usually look like?
8:00am – 8:35am: Hotel pick ups in Banff
9:10am – 9:15am: Hotel pick ups in Lake Louise
9:15am – 11:15am: Lake Louise
11:45am – 1:45pm: Moraine Lake
2:00pm: Drop-offs in Lake Louise Village
2:15pm – 4:00pm: Tailor-made local secrets stops
4:00pm – 4:15pm: Hotel drop-offs in BanffDo I have enough time for significant hikes, say, to the Lake Louise teahouse?
Given the tour’s timeline, reaching the Lake Louise teahouses would be a stretch. If you want to use our tour to access the lakes and are happy to find your own way back to Banff, you can then use local transportation, like the Roam bus, to return to Banff when you’re ready.
For more intricate details or specific queries, dive into our exhaustive FAQ section or connect with us directly!