Banff: Lake Louise, Moraine Lake, Gondola, Hot Springs Tour
Before you book
- Pickup and drop-off at designated points in Calgary, Canmore or Banff, set by the option you book. Transport in an air-conditioned van and a local guide are included, with crampons in winter (used at your own responsibility, the listing says). The listing does not say whether the national park pass is included (2026: CA$12.25 an adult a day, free for 17 and under).
- Not included: the Banff Gondola or Upper Hot Springs ticket, whichever you choose (the listing says the operator contacts you before the trip to buy it), meals, tips and travel insurance. Parks Canada sells hot springs entry only in person, and the springs are closed for maintenance from 13 October to early November 2026; the gondola is closed from 17 to 19 November 2026. For the springs, bring a swimsuit and towel or rent them there, as the listing advises.
- Moraine Lake is on the itinerary only from 1 June to 12 October. From 13 October to 31 May the listing replaces it with a 20-minute stop at Lake Minnewanka.
- The itinerary gives 80 minutes at the gondola or the springs, then Bow Falls, Surprise Corner, 80 minutes for lunch and free time on Banff Avenue and 50 minutes at Lake Louise; the listing says it can change with the weather, trail conditions, closures or traffic. Cancellation, as listed: “Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.”
About This Experience
A full-day guided tour with pickup in Calgary, Canmore or Banff: the Banff Gondola or Upper Hot Springs (ticket extra), Bow Falls, lunch on Banff Avenue, Lake Louise, then Moraine Lake in its season or Lake Minnewanka.
Highlights
- Natural beauty and unforgettable experiences in Lake Louise
- Next, head to the equally breathtaking Moraine Lake./Lake Minnewanka in winter
- Ride on the Banff Gondola to the summit of Sulphur Mountain or Soak Hot Springs
- Iconic Bow Falls and Surprise corner
- Shop and enjoy diverse cuisine on Banff Avenue.
What's Included
- ✓ Transportation in an air-conditioned van
- ✓ Local guide
- ✓ Pickup from Calgary, Canmore, or Banff designated points
- ✓ Crampon will be provided in winter, use at your own responsibility
Not Included
- Gratuities
- Gondola or Hot Springs ticket (Banff ToDo will contact you to purchase closer to the travel date)
- Meals
- Travel insurance
Good to Know
- Itinerary: Banff Gondola or Banff Upper Hot Springs (80 min) - Bow Falls (15 min) - Surprise Corner (15 min) - Banff Town free explore & lunch stop (80 min) - Lake Louise (50 min) - Moraine Lake (50 min)/(Winter Oct 13- May 31 Alternative Lake Minnewanka - 20 min)
- Visit Moraine Lake from June 1 to October 12. For tours between October 13 and May 31, the alternative attraction is Lake Minnewanka
- If you choose the Upper Hot Springs option, make sure to bring a swimming suit and towel (Or rent on-site)
- Gondola or hot springs tickets is at your own cost (Banff ToDo will get in touch with you closer to the travel date to purchase)
- The itinerary is subject to change due to weather conditions, trail conditions, attraction closures, or traffic issues.
