Build a connection to our World Heritage Site on our trademark sightseeing tour as you visit Banff's landmarks and historic places - Hear how the 11,000 year old human history of the Bow Valley changed when three railway workers rediscovered the Cave & Basin, now a National Historic Site - Your time will be spent enjoying the sights, taking photos, and participating in short walks to view points, on the many stops of the tour. |
Itinerary and highlights:
A historical and sightseeing tour that visits popular spots in the Banff townsite and surronding areas. the tour has many stopping points that include short walks and provide great opportunities for photography. |
| Bow Falls |
Water crashes over ancient limestone creating a spectacle of sound and sight. Be introduced to the tour, land, and place. |
5 min |
| Banff Springs Hotel |
The castle of the rockies is the railways contribution to the building of Canada |
5 min |
| Cave & Basin |
The birthplace of Canada's national parks |
30min |
| Surprise corner |
A higher view of Bow Falls and the majestic Banff Springs Hotel |
5 min |
| Hoodoos Lookout |
What is a hoodoo? and getting the lay of the land |
10 min |
| Lake Minnewanka |
An underwater village, native history, and a pleasant refreshment break |
15 min |
| Bankhead |
An abandonded coal mining town closed by the national park |
10 min |
| - Hands on interpretive tools |
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| - Entry to Cave & Basin National Historic Site |
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| - Hotel pick up and drop off |
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| - Refreshment and light snack |
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Departs Banff Daily
December 1st - April 17th: 9:00 AM
Duration: 3 hours
Adult: 13+
Children: 6-12 yrs
Infant: 5 and Under
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