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Experience the beauty of Canada’s world-famous Rocky Mountains on this budget-friendly 6-hours tour from Banff to Lake Louise and Moraine Lake.
Perfect for first-time visitors, newcomers to Canada, families, and travellers with limited time, shared shuttle-style tour makes it easy to see two of Banff National Park’s most iconic lakes in one unforgettable trip. Sit back, relax, and enjoy breathtaking mountain views, turquoise glacier waters, and picture-perfect scenery without the stress of parking, driving, or dealing with entry restrictions.
✅ This is a budget-friendly shared transportation experience, ideal for guests who want a simple and convenient way to visit both lakes.
✅ No Parking Stress: Avoid the hassle of driving, parking, and restrictions.
✅ Photo Opportunities: Enjoy time to explore, take beautiful photos, and experience the peaceful scenery of both lakes.
✅ Best For: First-time visitors, newcomers to Canada, families, and travellers with limited time in Banff.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Itinerary
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1Banff
This tour offers two convenient starting points in Banff: Banff Train Station and Mount Royal Hotel Bus Terminal. Please carefully check your booking confirmation and go only to the pick-up location selected at the time of booking. Guests departing from Banff Train Station should wait at the designated pick-up area at the train station. Guests departing from Mount Royal Hotel Bus Terminal should wait at the bus loading area near Mount Royal Hotel in downtown Banff. Please arrive at least 15 minutes before departure and remain at your selected pick-up location until the shuttle arrives. Banff Train Station and Mount Royal Hotel Bus Terminal are separate locations, and drivers cannot search for passengers at multiple pick-up points.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
(Pass by)
Castle Mountain Viewpoint Enjoy a scenic stop at Castle Mountain Viewpoint, one of the most recognizable landmarks along the Bow Valley Parkway and Trans-Canada Highway. Known for its dramatic castle-like cliffs and rugged limestone peaks, Castle Mountain offers a perfect photo opportunity with sweeping views of the Canadian Rockies. This stop gives guests a chance to admire the natural beauty of Banff National Park, take memorable photos, and experience one of the iconic mountain landscapes that makes the journey between Banff and Lake Louise so unforgettable.
Admission ticket free -
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Passenger Pick Up
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3Lake Louise
At Lake Louise, marvel at the iconic Fairmont Chateau, stroll along the lakeshore, or rent a canoe for panoramic mountain views. Then continue to Moraine Lake, famous for its vibrant turquoise water and Ten Peaks backdrop—arguably the most photographed spot in the Rockies.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4Moraine Lake
Moraine Lake, famous for its vibrant turquoise water and Ten Peaks backdrop—arguably the most photographed spot in the Rockies. You’ll get ample time at each lake (typically 1 hour+ per stop) to relax, explore, and snap postcard-perfect photos.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket included -
(Pass by)
Take in the peaceful beauty of Vermilion Lakes, one of Banff’s most scenic and accessible viewpoints. Located just outside the Town of Banff, this area offers stunning views of calm waters, wetlands, and the surrounding Canadian Rockies, with Mount Rundle creating a dramatic backdrop. It is a beautiful photo stop and a great place to appreciate Banff National Park’s natural landscape, wildlife habitat, and mountain reflections.
Admission ticket free -
5Banff
At the end of the tour, guests will be dropped off at their selected Banff drop-off location: Banff Train Station or Mount Royal Hotel Bus Terminal. Please check your booking confirmation to confirm your selected drop-off point. Guests who started at Banff Train Station will normally return to Banff Train Station, while guests who started at Mount Royal Hotel Bus Terminal will normally return to the Mount Royal Hotel Bus Terminal in downtown Banff. Banff Train Station and Mount Royal Hotel Bus Terminal are separate locations, so please make sure you select the most convenient option when booking.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
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.
Rating
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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