4 Canyon Tours in Banff to Build a Day Around

1.Lake Louise, Moraine, Emerald Lake & Johnston Canyon

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 808 reviews · 11 hours · from $50Our pick

Spend 11 hours touring Banff National Park with an English-speaking guide such as Guri, Hari, or Mandeep. Visit Lake Louise, Emerald Lake, Johnston Canyon, Natural Bridge, and Moraine Lake in season, with transport, park entry, water, and photo help included.

“We visited nice places. the guide guy gave us good information and was caring and helps us taking nice pictures. I recommend this tour.”

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2.Lake Louise Moraine Lake Johnston Canyon 1.5h Half Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 323 reviews · 4 to 5 hours (approx.) · from $44Best value

Ride from Canmore or Banff to Moraine Lake and Lake Louise in summer, or Johnston Canyon in winter. You get 1 to 1.5 hours at each stop to walk, take photos, and explore independently. Guides such as Edward and William may also share local tips, stories, snacks, and photo help.

“Our driver Edward was fantastic; funny, knowledgeable and clear. He took time to explain, point to great viewing spots and a bit of the history of locations. Well worth it. Thank you Edward”

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3.Morning or Afternoon Johnston Canyon Icewalk

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 253 reviews · 4 hours · from $79

From Banff, a small group follows the Bow Valley Parkway to Johnston Canyon for a 5.4-kilometer winter hike. Your guide supplies ice cleats and poles, explains the canyon’s geology, and leads you to the frozen Lower and Upper Falls. Hot chocolate and maple cookies await at the top.

“It was a good trail and the waterfalls were fascinating, a lot of walking but if you’re physically fit, it’s definitely a good hike. My husband and I enjoyed the activity”

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4.eBike and Hike Banff to Johnston Canyon small group guided program

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 197 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $155

Ride 26 km by e-bike from Banff past Vermilion Lakes and along the Bow Valley Parkway, then hike 3 km through Johnston Canyon. Guides such as Megs, Michael, Luke, and Julia provide bike help, safety support, and local insight. The group is limited to seven people.

“The bike ride was fantastic and the ebikes where of nice quality. We passed the Vermillion Lakes and road the Bow Valley Parkway which was closed to cars. Very easy to get comfortable with the bikes. Our guides where extremely helpful and knowledgeable. Johnston Canyon was super busy with people. Would suggest going early or late to avoid crowds as much as possible.”

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