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  • Edmonton, Canada

Banff National Park & Gondola Day Tour from Calgary or Banff

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Discover Banff National Park with us on a guided day tour from Calgary or Banff. Enjoy approximately 90 minutes to explore Banff town’s shops and cafés, then see the rushing water at Bow Falls and photograph the Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel from Surprise Corner. At the Banff Gondola stop, you can choose to purchase a ride up Sulphur Mountain for sweeping Rocky Mountain views; admission costs extra. On eligible dates, explore Johnston Canyon’s trails and catwalks. From October 13 through April, the canyon visit is replaced by Cascade of Time Garden and Cave and Basin National Historic Site, where admission is optional and costs extra. If the gondola closes, the tour visits Mt. Norquay Viewpoint and Vermilion Lakes instead. Eligible winter departures may include a crampon experience, weather permitting.

What to Expect

Shared tour (max 50)
11 stops
9 hrs – 11 hrs

Stop at: Banff

90 min

Bus Ride from Calgary to Banff / Pick Up Guests at Banff

Stop at: Sulphur Mountain

90 min Admission not included

Take the Sulphur Gondola (Optional) to the top viewing point of Mt Sulphur to enjoy a 360º view of Banff. *With the high demand, we strongly recommend to book the option provided with admission. *Tour will not visit Banff Gondola during Jan 4~15, 2027 due to Annual Maintenance. If Banff Gondola is closed, we will visit Mt. Norquay Viewpoint and Vermilion Lakes.

Stop at: Banff Avenue

90 min

Enjoy some leisure time in downtown Banff, consider grabbing lunch or looking for a new piece of gear in a shop catering to outdoor adventurers.

Stop at: Johnston Canyon

60 min

Known for its walking trail throughout the year. The trail to the waterfalls of Johnston Canyon has to be the busiest in the Canadian Rockies. Nearly every day throughout the summer, hundreds of hikers follow its canyon-clinging catwalks and cliff-mounting staircases to the gorge’s Lower and Upper Falls. Throughout the journey, scan the creek and its banks for dippers. Also known as water ouzels, these solitary, slate-grey birds are often seen bouncing up and down on streamside rocks. **From October 13 to the end of April 2027, this itinerary will be replaced with Cascade of Time Garden and Cave and Basin National Historic Site (Optional admission, Purchase on-site).

Stop at: Cascade Gardens

15 min

Escape the crowds and discover the Cascade of Time Garden, a hidden gem nestled in Banff National Park. Terraced into the hillside, this tranquil oasis features vibrant floral displays, cascading waterfalls, and winding stone pathways. It offers some of the most breathtaking, unobstructed photography views of iconic Cascade Mountain. **From October 13 to the end of April 2027, this attraction will replace the scheduled visit to Johnston Canyon.

Stop at: Cave and Basin National Historic Site

30 min Admission not included

Discover the birthplace of Canada’s national parks at the Cave and Basin National Historic Site in Banff National Park. Located in the majestic Canadian Rockies, this iconic landmark preserves the natural thermal springs discovered in 1883. Today, you can explore the atmospheric underground cave filled with mineral-rich waters, enjoy interactive cultural exhibits, and stroll along scenic marshland boardwalks to spot the rare Banff Springs Snail. *The admission fee is not included. Payable on-site. *From October 13 to the end of April 2027, this attraction will replace the scheduled visit to Johnston Canyon.

Stop at: Bow Falls

15 min

Location of the film "The River of no return" in 1960's. Fill your camera with misty shots of the tumbling rapids at Bow Falls.

Stop at: Hoodoos Trail

15 min

Hoodoos are composed sedimentary rock covered by harder rock that is harder to erode. Once softer sediment erodes rock needle, or tower like natural obstacles are left.

Stop at: Surprise Corner

15 min

Capture panoramic images of Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel and downtown Banff framed against a backdrop of craggy peaks from the Surprise Corner lookout where most of the famous pictures have been taken.

Stop at: Banff

20 min

Bus ride from attraction to Banff Town

Stop at: Calgary

90 min

Bus ride from Banff to Calgary

What's Included

INCLUDED
  • Professional Tour guide (Bilingual Chinese-English tour guide)
  • Traffic Accident Insurance (10M liability)
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Free Crampon for Winter itinerary (Nov to mid-Apr)
  • National Park Fee & GST
NOT INCLUDED
  • Free time at Banff town for lunch will be arranged
  • Personal expense, insurance, and additional excursions
  • Specific Hotel Pick up (we meet all travelers at a meeting point)
  • Gratuities (Suggested: CAD $15 per person per day in cash; Suggested: CAD $20 from Nov 1st)
  • Checked-In Luggage Allowance (Extra fee may apply if needed)
  • Admission fee of Cave and Basin National Historic Site

Meeting And Pickup

Start time:

8:00 AM

Additional Info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the start time, the amount paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience's local time.
This experience requires good weather. If canceled due to poor weather, you'll be offered a different date or a full refund.
This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If canceled because the minimum isn't met, you'll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

Customer Reviews

Source: Viator and Tripadvisor

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151 total reviews

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