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Day Trips in Banff: 15 to Shuffle the Itinerary For

25 tours  ·  from $50

Good day trips in Banff sell out weeks ahead and the best go first. Below: 15 to book early, what each one includes and how they differ.

Discover Banff National Park - Premium Day Trip - Two Jack Lake and Lake Minnewanka
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Discover Banff National Park – Premium Day Trip

1.Discover Banff National Park – Premium Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 682 reviews · 10 to 11 hours (approx.) · from $64Our pick

Spend 10 to 11 hours exploring Banff National Park with guides such as Dan, Dair, Gordon, or Murray. Ride in private transport from Calgary, Banff, Canmore, or Cochrane, stopping at Lake Louise, Banff Avenue, Lake Minnewanka, and, in summer, Moraine Lake. Park entry, bottled water, and winter ice cleats are included.

“An absolute incredible day. Murray was a fantastic guide, and the views were better than I ever could have imagined. This tour is the perfect mix of guided tour (Murray has a lot of great information to share) but solo time to explore on your own. I couldn't recommend it more, and can't wait to return.”

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Day Trip: Lake Louise, Moraine Lake, Emerald Lake, Banff - Marble Canyon brings a short walk and a different kind of scenery
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Day Trip: Lake Louise, Moraine Lake, Emerald Lake, Banff

2.Day Trip: Lake Louise, Moraine Lake, Emerald Lake, Banff

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 680 reviews · 8 to 10 hours (approx.) · from $89

Spend 8 to 10 hours visiting the Canadian Rockies’ best-known lakes and viewpoints from Calgary, Canmore, or Banff. Guides such as Ahmed and Layse are praised for local insight, humor, and helpful photography. Expect scenic drives, short walks, quick stops, and seasonal changes to the route.

“Our winter day trip through the Canadian Rockies was absolutely incredible. We visited Lake Louise, Marble Canyon, Emerald Lake, and several beautiful stops throughout Banff, and every moment felt like stepping into a postcard. The landscapes were unreal — frozen lakes, turquoise water peeking through the ice, snowy forests, and dramatic canyon views. Our guide, Geoff, made the entire experience even better. He was friendly, knowledgeable, organized, and made sure everyone was comfortable throughout the day. He shared fun stories and interesting facts about each location, kept the energy light, and helped us find the best photo spots without feeling rushed. You could tell he genuinely loves ...”

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Lake Louise Moraine Lake Day Trip from Banff Calgary Canmore - Moraine Lake: the summer centerpiece
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Lake Louise Moraine Lake Day Trip from Banff Calgary Canmore

3.Lake Louise Moraine Lake Day Trip from Banff Calgary Canmore

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 650 reviews · 8 to 10 hours (approx.) · from $59

Spend 8 to 10 hours touring the Canadian Rockies with a driver-guide, visiting Lake Louise, Moraine Lake, Emerald Lake, and Natural Bridge. In winter, Moraine Lake is replaced by Marble Canyon and other scenic stops. Guides including Steve, Ray, Hao, and Lei are praised for friendly commentary, safe driving, and photo help.

“Ray was an excellent and knowledgeable tour guide and my favorite sight was Lake Louis! Lake Louise is so breathtaking IRL and we got so many amazing pictures to savor the moments!”

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Calgary/Canmore: Banff National Park & Lake Louise Day Trip - Pickups from Calgary, Canmore, and Banff
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Calgary/Canmore: Banff National Park & Lake Louise Day Trip

4.Calgary/Canmore: Banff National Park & Lake Louise Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 491 reviews · from $86

Spend 10 hours touring Banff National Park with local guides such as Angel, Marco, Teddy, Mario, and Luis. Visit Lake Louise and Moraine Lake in summer, or Johnston Canyon’s frozen falls from October to June. Enjoy two free hours in Banff, comfortable van transport, park admission, bottled water, and helpful photo stops.

“Great trip!! Louis was the best and very informative! Definitely recommend!”

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From Banff: Athabasca Glacier and Columbia Icefield Day Trip - Crowfoot Glacier and Waterfowl Lakes
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From Banff: Athabasca Glacier and Columbia Icefield Day Trip

5.Athabasca Glacier and Columbia Icefield Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 408 reviews · 11 hours · from $276

Travel from Banff to the Athabasca Glacier in a small modern bus with an English-speaking guide such as Jake, Emma, or Roz. Ride the Ice Explorer, walk the Glacier Skywalk above the Sunwapta Valley, stop at Bow Lake and other viewpoints, and enjoy a packed lunch. Expect an early start and a full 11-hour day.

“Emma was a fantastic guide. She gave great information on the geography and history of the area and was very attentive to the group. The bus was comfortable with ample of space and the picnic lunch was delicious with lots of snacks provided too. Al the stops were beautiful and we had enough time to explore each location too without feeling rushed.”

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From Calgary/Canmore: Banff National Park Premium Day Trip - Pickup from Calgary or Canmore and the long mountain road
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From Calgary/Canmore: Banff National Park Premium Day Trip

6.From Calgary/Canmore: Banff National Park Premium Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 203 reviews · 11 hours · from $70

Spend 11 hours touring Banff National Park in a van for up to 13 people, with guides such as Murray, Dan, Patrick, and Sergiy sharing facts, jokes, and photo help. Visit Two Jack Lake, Lake Minnewanka, Banff, Bow Falls, Lake Louise, and Moraine Lake when the road is open. Pickup and drop-off are available in Calgary, Canmore, and Banff.

“The trip was great!! The full day was well planned! Our tour guide, Dan, was awesome! He made sure everything goes smoothly. He also shared a lot of information about Banff, recommendations on food, and must-see stores.”

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Banff Area & Johnston Canyon 1-Day Tour from Calgary or Banff - Banff Avenue gives you time to choose your own plan
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Banff Area & Johnston Canyon 1-Day Tour from Calgary or Banff

7.Banff Area & Johnston Canyon 1-Day Tour from Calgary or Banff

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 149 reviews · 9 to 11 hours (approx.) · from $81

See Banff’s Bow Falls, Hoodoos, Surprise Corner, Johnston Canyon, and Banff Avenue on a 9 to 11-hour trip from Calgary or Banff. Park fees, transport, and winter crampons are included. The Sulphur Mountain Gondola costs extra, and the trip uses a large group bus with bilingual guiding on some departures.

“Firstly I would like to say I’m not racist. Upon my meeting point, I am baffled by how or why I am on a tour with group of Chinese people. I am an Asian American also but I had a hard time understanding the tour guide. I was also confused about seating! We can sit anywhere as long the seats are not reserved. I was not comfortable when a guy came and sat next to me and kept touching/bumping onto me not saying sorry once! Rude! The tour guide asks me to move back and return the seats to the couple (which I thought they were siblings btw). I have…”

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Banff National Park, Johnston Canyon Day Trip from Banff/Calgary - Hoodoos viewpoint: a quick geology lesson
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Banff National Park, Johnston Canyon Day Trip from Banff/Calgary

8.Banff National Park, Johnston Canyon Day Trip from Banff/Calgary

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 119 reviews · 7 to 11 hours (approx.) · from $66

Travel from Calgary or Banff into Banff National Park with a guide such as Michael, Lisa, Steve, or Hao. Depending on the season, you’ll see Bow Falls, Surprise Corner, hoodoos, Banff Avenue, and Johnston Canyon, with an optional Banff Gondola ride. Expect a full day, changing schedules, and extra costs for attractions and meals.

“My trip with Micheal was very pleasant. He was very polite and considerate, his English not perfect but he can be understood. Took the tome to explain about the spots on the tour. Would recommend Micheal .”

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Banff Day Trip: Johnston Canyon, Fairmont Banff Springs, Gondola - The Banff Gondola and Sulphur Mountain views
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Banff Day Trip: Johnston Canyon, Fairmont Banff Springs, Gondola

9.Banff Day Trip: Johnston Canyon, Fairmont Banff Springs, Gondola

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 40 reviews · 8 to 9 hours (approx.) · from $107

Travel from Calgary to Banff National Park by air-conditioned vehicle, with stops at Johnston Canyon, Bow Falls, Surprise Corner, Hoodoo’s Viewpoint, and the Fairmont Banff Springs. The Banff Gondola is optional and costs extra. English and Chinese guide service, flexible Calgary pickup points, and free cancellation up to 24 hours before departure make this a practical one-day Rocky Mountain sampler.

“It was an exceptional time with Mike as our tour guide and driver. Spoken languages were Chinese and English. As a non-speaking Chinese individual, Mike ensured that we did not feel left out at any point in time as his translations was excellent. I will recommend Mike 💯 to any and everyone. Thank you Mike for the experience, you’re the best!!!”

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Columbia Icefield,Peyto Lake,Bow Lake Day Trip from Banff/Calgary - Pickup choices from Calgary, Canmore, and Banff
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Columbia Icefield,Peyto Lake,Bow Lake Day Trip from Banff/Calgary

10.Columbia Icefield,Peyto Lake,Bow Lake Day Trip from Banff/Calgary

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 35 reviews · 8 to 11 hours (approx.) · from $66

Spend 8 to 11 hours traveling from Calgary, Banff, or Canmore along the Icefields Parkway. Visit Bow Lake and Peyto Lake, stop for lunch at The Crossing, and add the Ice Explorer ride onto the Athabasca Glacier. Guides may include Michael, Hovin, Vicky, or Hao, though assignments vary.

“Our tour with Michael was absolutely amazing! From start to finish, he went above and beyond to make the experience unforgettable. Not only was he an excellent driver, but also a knowledgeable and engaging guide who shared so many interesting stories and insights along the way. He was kind, professional, and made everyone feel comfortable and cared for. You could tell he truly loves what he does, and that passion made the whole tour extra special. I would highly recommend Michael to anyone looking for a fun, safe, and memorable tour—you won’t be disappointed!”

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Banff: Lake Louise, Moraine, Emerald Lake & Canyon Day Trip - Morning pickups from Calgary, Canmore, and Banff
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Banff: Lake Louise, Moraine, Emerald Lake & Canyon Day Trip

11.Lake Louise, Moraine, Emerald Lake & Canyon Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 30 reviews · from $50Best value

Spend 8 to 10 hours touring the Canadian Rockies with guides such as Kulvinder, Arjun, Arun or Aashish. Visit Lake Louise, Moraine Lake, Emerald Lake, Natural Bridge and Johnston Canyon, with a 45-minute lunch stop in Lake Louise Village. Seasonal routing replaces some stops from mid-October through spring.

“Our tour guide Arjun was fantastic, funny and knowledgeable. We had a great day.”

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Banff Deep 1 Day Tour in small group - Johnston Canyon gives you the day’s best walk
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Banff Deep 1 Day Tour in small group

12.Banff Deep 1 Day Tour in small group

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 26 reviews · 9 to 10 hours (approx.) · from $186

Travel from Calgary to Banff National Park in an air-conditioned vehicle with a guide such as Yong, Alex, Peter, or Jerome. Walk Johnston Canyon, see Vermilion Lakes, Banff, Bow Falls, Surprise Corner, and the Hoodoos Trail, with an optional Sulphur Mountain gondola ride. The group can reach 29 people, though smaller bookings may receive a private upgrade.

“Peter, our driver and guide, was excellent. He’s a good driver who knows the area, the terrain, and the history of Banff. He was on time and flexible with customer requests.”

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From Banff: Louise & Moraine Lake Guided Hiking Day Trip - Starting in Banff and riding to the lakes
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From Banff: Louise & Moraine Lake Guided Hiking Day Trip

13.Louise & Moraine Lake Guided Hiking Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 25 reviews · from $100

From Banff, you’ll visit Lake Louise and Moraine Lake, then hike 6 kilometers through pine forest to Consolation Lakes beneath Quadra Glacier. A guide such as Megan, Michelle, or Kristi may lead the way, set a steady pace, explain the Rockies, and serve a boxed lunch beside the water.

“The tour sites and hike were terrific! It was an excellent introduction to beautiful areas.”

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Banff: Emerald Lake, Wapta Falls & Takakkaw Falls Day Trip - The first views: Cascade Mountain, Vermilion Lakes, and Castle Mountain
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Banff: Emerald Lake, Wapta Falls & Takakkaw Falls Day Trip

14.Emerald Lake, Wapta Falls & Takakkaw Falls Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 21 reviews · 10 hours · from $116

Spend 10 hours exploring Yoho National Park with a small group and guides such as Patrick, Vicky, Kenneth, or Ray. You’ll visit Emerald Lake, Natural Bridge, Wapta Falls, and Takakkaw Falls, with hotel-area pickup, water, winter hot drinks, and crampons included. The 4-kilometre Wapta Falls walk requires moderate fitness.

“This was such a great tour, the stops were absolutely incredible! Our guide Patrick was great, so informative and attentive throughout the whole day! Couldn’t recommend more!!”

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Calgary: Radium Hot Springs & Marble Canyon Day Trip - Marble Canyon and Its Seven Bridges
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Calgary: Radium Hot Springs & Marble Canyon Day Trip

15.Calgary: Radium Hot Springs & Marble Canyon Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 16 reviews · 11 hours · from $64

You’ll cross seven bridges above Marble Canyon, stop at Numa Falls, soak in odorless mineral water at Radium Hot Springs, and stroll Banff. YG and other multilingual guides lead small groups of up to 14, with hotel pickup, snacks, hot drinks, ice cleats, and plenty of mountain scenery along the way.

“this trip was amazing, picked up at my hotel, explained how many more pick ups to go. very very informative on what was around us. The guide even stopped at an extra waterfall on the way back because we had time. we had a good talk about photography.”

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★ 4.5Lake Louise and Banff Day Trip7 reviews
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★ 4.9From Calgary: Private Lake Louise and Banff Day Trip6 reviews
★ 5.0Banff/Calgary:Banff National Park&Johnston Canyon 1-Day TourFrom $695 reviews

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