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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
Meeting and pickup
Itinerary
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1Banff
Bus Ride from Calgary to Banff / Pick Up Guests at Banff
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2Sulphur Mountain
Take the Sulphur Gondola (Optional) to the top viewing point of Mt Sulphur to enjoy a 360º view of Banff. **With the high demand, we strongly recommend to book the option provided with admission. **Tour will not visit Banff Gondola during Nov 9-Nov 20, 2026 due to Annual Maintenance. Will replace by other sightseeing place.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
3Banff Avenue
Enjoy some leisure time in downtown Banff, consider grabbing lunch or looking for a new piece of gear in a shop catering to outdoor adventurers.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4Johnston Canyon
Known for its walking trail throughout the year. The trail to the waterfalls of Johnston Canyon has to be the busiest in the Canadian Rockies. Nearly every day throughout the summer, hundreds of hikers follow its canyon-clinging catwalks and cliff-mounting staircases to the gorge’s Lower and Upper Falls. Throughout the journey, scan the creek and its banks for dippers. Also known as water ouzels, these solitary, slate-grey birds are often seen bouncing up and down on streamside rocks. **From October 13 to the end of April 2027, this itinerary will be replaced with Cascade of Time Garden and Cave and Basin National Historic Site (Optional admission, Purchase on-site).
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
5Cascade Gardens
Escape the crowds and discover the Cascade of Time Garden, a hidden gem nestled in Banff National Park. Terraced into the hillside, this tranquil oasis features vibrant floral displays, cascading waterfalls, and winding stone pathways. It offers some of the most breathtaking, unobstructed photography views of iconic Cascade Mountain. **From October 13 to the end of April 2027, this attraction will replace the scheduled visit to Johnston Canyon.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6Cave and Basin National Historic Site
Discover the birthplace of Canada’s national parks at the Cave and Basin National Historic Site in Banff National Park. Located in the majestic Canadian Rockies, this iconic landmark preserves the natural thermal springs discovered in 1883. Today, you can explore the atmospheric underground cave filled with mineral-rich waters, enjoy interactive cultural exhibits, and stroll along scenic marshland boardwalks to spot the rare Banff Springs Snail. **From October 13 to the end of April 2027, this attraction will replace the scheduled visit to Johnston Canyon.
30 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
7Bow Falls
Location of the film "The River of no return" in 1960's. Fill your camera with misty shots of the tumbling rapids at Bow Falls.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
8Calgary
Bus Ride from Banff to Calgary
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
9Surprise Corner
Capture panoramic images of Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel and downtown Banff framed against a backdrop of craggy peaks from the Surprise Corner lookout where most of the famous pictures have been taken
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
10Hoodoos Trail
Hoodoos are composed sedimentary rock covered by harder rock that is harder to erode. Once softer sediment erodes rock needle, or tower like natural obstacles are left.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience 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.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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