Build Your Dream Canadian Rockies Tour: Beyond Banff Transit

5.0
(5 reviews)

10 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: German and 12 more

Explore Banff, Yoho and Icefields Parks with customizable private tours. Access remote locations beyond Banff Roam Transit routes. Our local hosts create personalized itineraries of comfortable pace while maximizing your Rockies adventure.

Popular 1 Day Itineraries:

5 Lakes: Lake Louise, Emerald Lake, Peyto Lake, Bow Lake, Lake Minnewanka

Banff Day Trip: Gondola, Bow Falls, Surprise Corner, Lake Louise, Johnston Canyon, Bow Valley

Yoho Excursion: Emerald Lake, Natural Bridge, Takakkaw Falls, Golden Skybridge, Spiral Tunnels

Icefields Scenic Tour: Columbia Icefield and Skywalk, Tangle Falls, Peyto Lake, Bow Lake, Hwy 93

Customization:
Share your interests—photography, hiking, family tour, wildlife spotting, romantic getaways. We design your perfect Rockies experience matching preferences and fitness level

Tour Options:
Single Day Tour of 10 hour
Book Multi-Day to explore full itinerary

Book our tour with flexible scheduling, spontaneous photo stops, and personalized experiences!

What's Included

Private transportation
National Park Entrance Fee
Bottled water
Meals
Any Attraction / Ride / Experience Admission Fee and Tickets (Excluded) approx.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Private door-to-door pickup available from any address in Canmore, Banff, or Calgary (including YYC Airport, hotels, and residences). Provide your pickup location and desired time when booking—your guide will be there on time, ready to go.

Itinerary

Duration: 10 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Banff

    Explore the charming streets of Banff, Hoodoos Trail, and the Banff Museum, Cave and Basin National Historic Site, Cascade of Time Garden, Norquay Viewpoint.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Banff Gondola

    Ride the enclosed gondola to the summit of Sulphur Mountain for spectacular views of six mountain ranges.

    1 hour Admission ticket not included
  • 3
    Lake Louise

    Take your time exploring this iconic lake walking along the shoreline trail, photographing the Victoria Glacier and Fairmont Chateau Hotel, and learning about the area's fascinating history.

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Emerald Lake

    Discover stunning Emerald Lake in Yoho National Park. Turquoise waters surrounded by towering mountain peaks, scenic trails, canoes and kayaks, relax and capture breathtaking photos.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 5
    Peyto Lake

    Witness iconic Peyto Lake's brilliant turquoise waters from Bow Summit viewpoint. Marvel at the wolf-head shaped glacial lake, capture world-famous photographs, hike the short paved trail, enjoy panoramic Icefields Parkway vistas, experience vibrant summer colors, and discover the Canadian Rockies' most photographed alpine treasure.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 6
    Columbia Icefield Discovery Centre

    Experience the breathtaking Columbia Icefield Discovery Centre in Jasper National Park. Walk on ancient glaciers, ride massive Ice Explorers, enjoy panoramic mountain views, learn glacier history, dine at high altitude, and explore interactive exhibits showcasing this stunning natural wonder.

    1 hour Admission ticket not included
  • 7
    Golden Skybridge

    Experience Canada's highest suspension bridges at Golden Skybridge. Walk across two thrilling bridges over a canyon, enjoy panoramic Rocky Mountain views, forest trails, canyon swing, discover waterfalls, and create unforgettable memories at this exciting adventure destination.

    30 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 8
    Johnston Canyon

    Explore spectacular Johnston Canyon in Banff National Park. Walk scenic catwalks along towering canyon walls, witness powerful waterfalls including Lower and Upper Falls, hike through limestone gorges, discover hidden caves, experience stunning rock formations, and enjoy one of the Rockies' most accessible natural wonders.

    45 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 9
    Lake Minnewanka

    Discover majestic Lake Minnewanka, Banff's largest lake. Enjoy scenic boat cruises, spot wildlife, explore the sunken village underwater, picnic with mountain views, and experience this stunning glacial lake's pristine beauty and fascinating history.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 10
    Bow Lake

    Experience breathtaking Bow Lake along the Icefields Parkway. Admire turquoise glacier-fed waters, photograph stunning Crowfoot Glacier views, explore shoreline trails, visit historic Num-Ti-Jah Lodge, witness dramatic mountain reflections, enjoy easy accessibility, and discover one of the Canadian Rockies' most photogenic alpine destinations.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 11

    Visit historic Saskatchewan River Crossing on the scenic Icefields Parkway. Enjoy meals with spectacular views witness the North Saskatchewan River headwaters, capture stunning mountain photography, and experience this essential wilderness junction between Banff and Jasper.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 12
    Takakkaw Falls

    Witness majestic Takakkaw Falls, one of Canada's highest waterfalls in Yoho National Park. Feel the thundering spray from glacier-fed waters plunging 373 meters, photograph dramatic cascades, explore the Yoho Valley, enjoy accessible viewing platforms, and experience this awe-inspiring natural wonder.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 13
    Bow Falls

    Explore iconic Banff attractions in one scenic loop. Walk to powerful Bow Falls, capture stunning castle views from Surprise Corner viewpoint, admire the magnificent Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel architecture, stroll manicured grounds, enjoy riverside trails, and experience Banff's most famous landmarks together.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 14
    Surprise Corner

    Capture iconic photos at Surprise Corner viewpoint in Banff. Frame the majestic Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel "Castle in the Rockies" against mountain backdrop, enjoy classic postcard views, and discover Banff's most famous photo opportunity.

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 15
    Tangle Creek Falls

    Capture stunning photos from easy accessible viewing, witness cascading water over moss-covered rocks, admire natural beauty, stretch your legs, and discover this convenient scenic stop on your journey.

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 16
    Bow Valley Parkway

    Drive scenic Bow Valley Parkway between Banff and Lake Louise. Photograph iconic Morant's Curve, stop at Castle Junction, explore Backswamp Viewpoint wetlands, spot wildlife, discover historic sites, enjoy peaceful mountain drives, and experience this stunning alternative route through pristine wilderness.

    1 hour 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
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infant seat available at additional charge
Supplied by View Rockies Charters

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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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