The 10 Canyon Tours in Canada That Earn Their Price

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

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,554 reviews · 11 hours · from $51Our pick

You’ll visit five major Rocky Mountain sights from Calgary, Canmore, or Banff in an air-conditioned vehicle with an English-speaking guide. Guides such as Guri, Hari, Harry, and Ross are praised for careful driving, local insight, and helping with photos. Moraine Lake is included June 1 to October 14.

“Our guide was excellent, friendly and accommodating, he really makes a difference, thank you once more Guri. All spots were fantastic, well planned. The highlight of the day for me was Johnston Canyon, we reached the lower falls and then decided to carry on and two of us reached the upper falls, amazing! We had to rush - and even run - back to make it in time, that was a great fun Hiro.”

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

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

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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3.2025 Winner-Lake Louise Moraine Lake Johnston Canyon Banff Town

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 376 reviews · 8 to 11 hours (approx.) · from $59Top rated

Travel by air-conditioned van from Calgary, Canmore, or Banff to Lake Louise, Moraine Lake, Johnston Canyon, and Banff Avenue. Guides such as Sammy, Ivan, Jay, and Jackson add local facts and practical tips. Winter dates replace Moraine Lake with Emerald Lake and Natural Bridge.

“Great day! Sammy, our driver was amazing! He was knowledgeable and fun! We saw a lot of amazing sites and thanks to “ Sammy” the weather turned out to be perfect. Thanks for a wonderful experience.”

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4.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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5.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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6.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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7.Moraine Lake Louise Emerald Johnston Canyon Banff Yoho Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 184 reviews · from $61

Travel from Calgary, Canmore, or Banff with an English-speaking guide to Lake Louise, Moraine Lake, Emerald Lake, Natural Bridge, and Johnston Canyon. Guides such as Jay, Greta, Ben, Tommy, and Storm are known for strong local stories, careful timing, and helpful lunch advice.

“Awesome way to see the best of this area- if we hadn’t taken the tour we would not have been allowed into Moraine Lake as it is closed to the public. Greta did a great job of being our guide. To be honest, we were concerned about being on a 10 hour tour after driving 4 days to get to Calgary BUT it was super comfortable and we saw amazing sites.”

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

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

You’ll spend 9 to 11 hours touring Banff’s main sights, with optional Sulphur Mountain Gondola tickets, free time on Banff Avenue, Johnston Canyon, Bow Falls, Surprise Corner, and the Hoodoos. Guides such as Jessie, Sammy, Allen, and David have led recent departures. English is offered, though commentary may also be bilingual.

“It was a great day seeing Banff and exploring without having to drive ans with Allan narrating. Had an awesome time!”

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

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

Spend 7 to 11 hours exploring Banff National Park with a guide, visiting Bow Falls, Surprise Corner, the Hoodoos, Banff town, and Johnston Canyon in warmer months. The Banff Gondola is optional, and guides such as Michael, Lisa, Steve, and Hao provide commentary in English, sometimes with Chinese translation.

“Excellent tour. Frank was really knowledgeable and shared information that was useful about the region as well as historical highlights. Great value.”

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10.Lake Moraine Lake Louise Johnston Canyon Banff Town Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 94 reviews · from $53

Spend a full day with a multilingual guide visiting Lake Louise, seasonal Moraine Lake, Johnston Canyon, and Banff Town. Guides such as William and Tommy are noted for useful photo stops and careful timing. Pickup is available in Calgary, Canmore, and Banff, with photography included.

“D was great! He was always taking pictures for us and brought us to all the good spots.”

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