Private Banff and Lake Louise Tour 4 - 11 Guests
Private small group mini bus Tour of the Banff area, Lake Louise and the Icefield Parkway for up to 11 guests.
Morning stops include; Lake Minnewanka, Two Jack Lake, Norquay Lookout, Bow Falls, Lake Louise, Moraine Lake Afternoon stops include Crowfoot Glacier, Bow Lake Lake.
Ask about adding stops in Yoho National Park to the itinerary!
Takakkaw Falls, Natural bridge and Emerald Lake.
Customizable itinerary and start times, free pickup in Canmore, Banff.
Moraine Lake is open Late May to October, weather permitting.
Inclusions & Exclusions
✔ Bottled water
✔ Snacks
✔ up to 11 guests
✔ Transport by air-conditioned Mini Bus
✔ water and snacks
✔ Direct pickup and drop off at accommodations.
✔ Private Driver/guide
✖ Lunch
Pickup Locations
1. Canmore Rocky Mountain Inn
2. Hampshire Inn
3. Super 8 by Wyndham Canmore
4. Northwinds Hotel Canmore
5. Pocaterra Inn & Waterslide
6. Fire Mountain Lodge
7. Blackstone Mountain Lodge
8. Silver Creek Lodge
9. Falcon Crest Lodge by CLIQUE
10. Copperstone Resort
11. Big Horn Motel
12. Stoneridge Mountain Resort
13. Akai Motel
14. MTN House By Basecamp
15. Lamphouse Hotel
16. Rocky Mountain Ski Lodge
17. Grand Canadian Resort Vacation Club
18. Georgetown Inn
19. Chateau Canmore
20. Solara Resort - Bellstar Hotels & Resorts
Additional Info: Direct Pickup available at all accommodations Canmore, Harvie Heights, Banff Hotels, Lake Louise, Field and Golden locations.
Pickup at 9am.
Itinerary
1
Bow Falls
The first stop of the day will be Bow Falls, a scenic water in the heart of Banff. We will follow the Bow River throughout the tour to its source at Bow Lake.
Duration: 15 minutes
2
Two Jack Lake
This beautiful man made lake offers great views and Mount Rundle.
The area is also home to a large Elk population and offers a great wildlife viewing opportunity.
Duration: 15 minutes
3
Lake Minnewanka
This is the largest lake in Banff National Park and actually used to be home to a small summer village.
Today the village lies beneath the pristine blue waters of Lake Minnewanka. This stop provides some interesting history of how things have changed in the park over the years.
Duration: 20 minutes
4
Lake Louise
Chateau Lake Louise
First opened in 1911 the world famous Chateau Lake Louise has been bringing guests to experience the clear blue waters of Lake Louise for many years. This iconic stop will offer the opportunity to explore the historic hotel and snap some pictures if bright blue waters of Lake Louise.
Duration: 60 minutes
5
Moraine Lake
Massive peaks, glaciers and the vivid blue color make Moraine Lake one of the most beautiful Lakes in Canada, if not the world. Take in the views on the path around the lake. Or take the rewarding hike to the top of the rock pile offering the most picturesque view of the Lake. A view so good it used to be Canada's $20 Bill.
Duration: 60 minutes
6
Lake Louise
- Village of Lake Louise
This quaint mountain village has good options for lunch as well as some nice little shops to explore.
Duration: 60 minutes
7
Icefields Parkway
Voted as the most scenic roadways in the world, take in the views of glaciers, massive peaks and lakes and the occasional Grizzly Bear as you make your way towards Bow Lake.
8
Icefields Parkway
Hector Lake Viewpoint
Banffs largest natural lake, this quick stop allows for a quick pic of the lake off in the distance.
Duration: 10 minutes
9
Icefields Parkway
Crowfoot Glacier View Point
This road side turnout allows for some impressive views of the Crowfoot Glacier
Duration: 10 minutes
10
Bow Lake
The headwaters of the Bow river, Bow Lake is one of the impressive lakes in the Canadian Rockies. Although not as famous as Lake Louise and Moraine Lake, it offers some great views of Bow Glacier and the waterfalls coming off the base of the glacier. What truly makes this place special is the remoteness and quietness of the location.
Duration: 60 minutes
11
Banff
Norquay Lookout
This is one of the best views of Banff and a great way to finish off the day. From here you can see the entire town of Banff, Vermillion Lakes, Mount Rundle and the Bow Valley. Keep your eye out for one of the many Big Horn Sheep in the Area
Duration: 20 minutes
Additional info
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
• Itinerary and pickup times flexible
