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Child (6-12): From $65
Infant (0-5): $0
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1:00pm
Departure Time
4.25 Hours
Duration
All Ages
Age
Leisurely
Activity
Apr-May, Oct-Nov
Season

See iconic Lake Louise, famous for its jewel-like water nestled between rugged peaks. This stunning lake looks too beautiful to be real.

See Lake Louise surrounded by snow on the fall tour with Discover Banff Tours
Photo Credit: Mital Patel @mitalpatelphoto

On this sightseeing tour you will visit the “Jewel of the Canadian Rockies”, Lake Louise, a UNESCO World Heritage Site because of its priceless natural beauty. It’ll stop you in your tracks in awe.

Take the scenic Bow Valley Parkway to Lake Louise, with several sightseeing stops along the way. Then, wander the shoreline at Lake Louise at your leisure and see the Victoria Glacier and the famous Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise Hotel, with one hour of free time to soak in its incredible beauty.

During the tour your guide will weave tales of the early mountaineers, who also fell in love with this spot in the 1890s.

Included
  • Hotel pick up and drop off (Banff)
  • Professional certified guide
  • Hands on interpretive tools
  • Small group size (up to 24 guests per guide)
Guide Quote

Gina's Pick

"You'll have a chance to see one of the most beautiful lakes in the world." - Gina , Hiking Guide, Discover Banff Tours



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The best parts of the tour for most people include the following:

1

Bow Valley Parkway

Wildlife watching and the role of fire in the park.
2

Castle Mountain

Learn how this local landmark got its name.
3

Lake Louise

Spend one hour at Lake Louise, and take a stroll on the lake shore.
4

The Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise

Visit the famous Chateau while at Lake Louise.
Included
  • Hotel pick up and drop off (Banff)
  • Professional certified guide
  • Hands on interpretive tools
  • Small group size (up to 24 guests per guide)
Guide Quote

Gina's Pick

"You'll have a chance to see one of the most beautiful lakes in the world." - Gina , Hiking Guide, Discover Banff Tours



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The tour begins at 1:00pm and will return at 5:15pm, approximately 4.25 hours in length.
The half-day tour includes transportation from most hotels in Banff on a guided bus tour along the scenic Bow Valley Parkway to Lake Louise. The tour includes 1 hour of free time at Lake Louise and hands on interpretive tools.
We pick up from most hotels in Banff, and you can select your preferred pick-up location during the booking process. For drop offs, our guide will ask you on the way back where you would like to be dropped off either in town or at your hotel.
You are welcome to meet us at any of our pick up locations in Banff to join the tour, and there is free parking at the Banff Train Station in Banff for up to nine hours. Guests parking here can select their pickup location as the Banff Train Station (in front of Main Entrance).

Most guests choose to self-drive into Banff, although please note that you will need to find parking in Banff that exceeds the duration of the tour. Please refer to the Town of Banff website for general parking information, or the banffparking.ca website for live parking availability. For guests staying in Canmore, you can also use the Roam bus service and disembark at the Banff High School. The closest pick up point to the Banff High School is across the road at the Elk and Avenue Hotel.

We will be at Lake Louise for about one hour.
This tour operates in spring and fall while the access road to Moraine Lake is closed. While the access road is open (typically late May to early October), then the Discover Lake Louise & Moraine Lake Tour is operating.
Lake Louise usually thaws in June and starts to freeze in November. The lake is beautiful at anytime of year, but if you are set on seeing the famous blue-green water then the best time to visit is from late June to early September. In spring and fall the lake will still be frozen and likely covered with snow.
There will be at least one stop along the Bow Valley Parkway, as well as the stop at Lake Louise. At every stop you will have the opportunity to get off the bus and stretch your legs and all of the viewpoints are a short walk.
There is a chance of seeing wildlife on the tour and we often spot animals, however we do not guarantee seeing wildlife on any of our tours. Our guides have a lot of knowledge about the animals within the park and can fill you in about them if you see any wildlife or if you have any questions.
There is a 24 hour cancellation policy, which allows you to change/cancel or refund your booking up to 24 hours outside your booked tour (up to 7 days for group bookings).
Tips are not expected, but are certainly appreciated. If you think your guide did a wonderful job and would like to indicate that with a tip, it will be graciously accepted.

Included
  • Hotel pick up and drop off (Banff)
  • Professional certified guide
  • Hands on interpretive tools
  • Small group size (up to 24 guests per guide)
Guide Quote

Gina's Pick

"You'll have a chance to see one of the most beautiful lakes in the world." - Gina , Hiking Guide, Discover Banff Tours



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  • All children aged 15 years and under must be accompanied by their parent or legal guardian.
  • Photo ID may be required for identity verification.
  • By participating in a tour with Discover Banff Tours, guests are acknowledging that they understand that we may take video and photographs of them during their tour. These videos and photographs may be used in promotional materials including, but not limited to, social media.
  • Please note that this tour requires a minimum of 4 participants, please call the day prior to confirm the tour.
Included
  • Hotel pick up and drop off (Banff)
  • Professional certified guide
  • Hands on interpretive tools
  • Small group size (up to 24 guests per guide)
Guide Quote

Gina's Pick

"You'll have a chance to see one of the most beautiful lakes in the world." - Gina , Hiking Guide, Discover Banff Tours



4.5
3894+
4.4
374+
4.5
786+
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