BANFF NATIONAL PARK
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The 10 most popular lake louise & moraine lake tours around Banff. Here's what to expect from each one, who runs it and what it costs.
Small-group day trip from Banff to Lake Louise, Moraine Lake and Icefields Parkway. Pickup, glacier views, smooth driving.
“Rob was a great tour guide. Enjoyed the commentary and the views! Tour was almost 7 hours but did not seem nearly that long. Would definitely recommend!”
Full-day Banff tour covering Lake Louise, Moraine Lake, Emerald Lake, and Johnston Canyon with guided stops and photo help.
Half-day small-group tour from Banff to Lake Louise and Moraine Lake with easy pickup, expert local storytelling, and big views.
“Loved going to the lakes. They were beautiful. However the trip from the hotel to the destinations was disappointing. The driver/tour guy was pretty boring. He used “um” and “ah” like every 3 rd word which made it sound like droaning on and on. He spoke for long times on subjects that seemed to be…”
Small-group day trip from Banff to Lake Louise, Moraine Lake, Emerald Lake, Marble Canyon, Natural Bridge, and Yoho Park.
“Guide was friendly but while we appreciate the safe driving, the tour was more of a hop on/ hop off bus. She did give us history and information but most of our 4 stops were shortened: Marble canyon was 25-30 min (instead of 45 min), Lake Louise was 40 min (instead of 1 hour as…”
Guided half-day from Banff to Lake Louise and Moraine Lake, with Fairmont Château time, glacier and Ten Peaks views, and hotel pickup.
Small-group Banff day tour to Moraine Lake and Lake Louise with expedited entry, plus secret wildlife stops. Max 12, about 8 hours.
“We had an unforgettable day exploring Moraine Lake, Lake Louise, and hidden Banff gems with friends and partners. Our guide, Nolan, was outstanding—friendly, funny, and full of insider knowledge that made each stop special. He kept the day running smoothly, handled all the logistics, and shared great tips for photos and extra local secrets. The…”
Shuttle from Banff to Lake Louise and Moraine Lake with one-hour stops, photo stops on the way, and water plus an energy bar.
“The shuttle was on time. The driver was so helpful and drove so carefully. It’s so amazing that they give snacks and water when you come back to the shuttle.”
Stress-free shuttle from Banff to Lake Louise and Moraine Lake with timed self-guided photo stops and easy walking routes.
Banff half-day shuttle to Lake Louise plus Moraine Lake (summer) or Johnston Canyon (winter), with A/C pickup, timed stops, and great views.
“It was a fantastic day trip. We visited Lake Louise, Johnston Canyon, and several other beautiful destinations. The winter scenery felt like a true winter wonderland. The most impressive part was our driver, William. He provided detailed explanations at every stop along the way. He is also a professional photographer, which helped us capture amazing…”
Half-day shuttle from Banff to Moraine Lake and Lake Louise with 90 minutes each stop, guided tips, and easy parking.
