Banff Gondola/Hot Springs and Banff Lakes Tour.
•Your amazing day starts with great Canadian hospitality on this local guide small group.
•Our first destination is the stunning Lake Minnewanka — one of Banff National Park’s most breathtaking lakes. Enjoy 45 minutes at this scenic spot, where mountains meet crystal-clear water. Don’t forget your camera — this is one of the best photo opportunities in the Rockies!
•Next, we’ll visit Two Jack Lake, a peaceful gem just minutes away. You’ll have about 15 minutes to enjoy this tranquil setting, capture beautiful photos, and maybe even spot some wildlife.
•Now it’s time to explore the charming Banff town! You’ll have 1.5 hours to enjoy lunch, walk around, try Canadian snacks, or shop for souvenirs in this postcard-perfect mountain town.
•After lunch, we’ll stop for a quick photo break at the famous Banff sign — a must-have picture for every visitor!
•Before we head back, we’ll visit a surprise picture spot chosen by your guide — a secret scenic location based on the group’s interests and the day’s best light. Get ready for another unforgettable photo stop!
•Finally, we’ll make our way back and drop you off at the same location where we picked you up in the morning
| DEPARTURE/RETURN LOCATIONS | 07:45 : Coast Calgary Downtown Hotel, 610 4 Ave SW
08:15 : Park Inn by Radisson Hotel Calgary Airport North, 27 Freeport Cres NE 09:45: Canmore Grande Rockies Resort, 901 Mountain St Unit 110, Canmore |
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| RETURN TIME | Approximately 5:00 6:00 PM to Calgary | ||||||||||
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Neil.Mark
2025-12-23
Great experience
导游的服务很好，全程我们讲解了各种注意事项和历史，给我们推荐了很多值得一试的美食，非常值得的一次旅行。
Getaway05932893528
2025-12-23
Great experience
Having a great tour with our guide Joshua~! He showed his passion and expertise to everyone in the tour, which enabled everyone to enjoy the tour with some great group photos (even having a little hike in the middle of December)
Neal J
2025-12-23
A great day out in winter.
It was a great day out for us to see the Rockies and Lake Louise in the snow.We especially loved seeing Marble Canyon in its winter glory. Thanks to Joshua and his boss!!It was a memorable and happy experience, for us, visiting from England. Seeing the winter scenery after having been here several times in the summer.We had a super guide, Joshua, for the day, who was very entertaining and knowledgeable. We would definitely recommend this company and the tour.
Stefanie H
2025-12-23
Breathtaking tour of the Canadian Rockies 🏔️
Such an awesome tour! Tour guide Bob was very friendly, funny and had good jokes and commentary on the bus. Also showed us the real beauty that Alberta, Canada has to offer. I hope to be back again and experience Canada in all its beauty. Definetely need to do this experience if you are visiting Alberta, Canada.
Ashley W
2025-12-23
Fantastic Tour
This was a fantastic tour, it really allowed us to experience the real ‘Rocky’s’. Our tour guide Bob made the experience so much fun with plenty of laughs & his knowledge of the area is second to none.
Emma K
2025-12-23
Amazing tour and tour guide!
Joshua was the perfect guide! He made the experience so much fun and had us laughing the entire time. Overall, we had the best time exploring and making friends with our entire tour group. The tour was just what we were looking for to see the mountains and Banff.
Sightsee26645661855
2025-12-23
SURPRISE CORRIER BY JOSHWA
Amazing experience my friend booked us a trip and I personally don't like to go on trips however Jashwa made the trip experience on a another level. Definitely would highly recommend booking with Jashawa he was born for this.
Fearless2036
2025-12-22
Skip the rest and go with the best!!
Our family tends to do organized tours when we travel because we appreciate the local guide expertise of the particular tour we select. This tour, led by the legendary Joshua, was extraordinary and significantly more than we ever expected or imagined was possible. WOW!! What a difference a passionate, intelligent and enthusiastic individual can make!! Joshua was very attentive to all his guests and went above and beyond what average Tour Guides do. I read a ton of reviews before selecting this tour and am thrilled we went with this one and fortunate to have had Joshua as our guide. The itinerary description is thorough and seasonal alternative options are identified upfront, so if you’re surprised it’s because you didn’t read to the end. The tour is great value for money, it’s no wonder it’s a sell out.
Moshae D
2025-12-21
Must Book Tour! Best in Banff! Ask for Joshua 💜
Joshua at Banff Everyday Tours was absolutely incredible. He was our tour guide for the full-day tour, and from start to finish he was knowledgeable, friendly, personable, and had the most effortless, beautiful sense of humor. By the end of the day, it truly felt like we were all friends.Since Moraine Lake was closed, we went to Marble Canyon instead and wow… it ended up being the highlight of the entire trip. The waterfalls, snow, and views were breathtaking. Photos don’t even begin to do it justice.Joshua was also an expert driver, navigating snowy conditions so smoothly that everyone felt completely safe and relaxed. In fact, most of the group ended up falling asleep in the van 😄 That’s how comfortable the ride was.My favorite part of the entire experience, though, was how Joshua treated my son. He made him his “co-pilot” for the day, let him sit up front, patiently answered every question, and made him feel completely included as the only child on the tour. Joshua didn’t just give us a tour, he created a core memory for my son and an unforgettable experience for me as a parent.I’m so glad we booked this trip. The cost of the tour was an incredible value! I actually had booked with a different company first, but the trip was cancelled, so I booked this tour at half the price. I’m SO glad I did. If you’re considering Banff Everyday Tours, do it and ask for Joshua. The GOAT. You will not regret it. 🏔️✨
Jiayi Z
2025-12-21
A wonderful Banff–Lake Louise tour with Joshua
Had a great day tour from Banff to Lake Louise and the surrounding areas. Our guide, Joshua, was passionate, friendly, and incredibly helpful throughout the entire trip.It was a very cold day, but he made sure everyone was comfortable and well taken care of. After the hike at Marble Canyon, he even prepared hot coffee and small snacks for us, which was a really thoughtful touch.He was also happy to help with photos, shared interesting information along the way, and kept the atmosphere warm and enjoyable despite the weather.Overall, a very well-organized tour, and Joshua truly made the experience special. Highly recommend!
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Pick-Up Points
Please be ready 15 min before the departure time. Vehicle will depart at the scheduled departure time from the designated pickup point.
- 07:45 : Coast Calgary Downtown Hotel, 610 4 Ave SW08:15 : Park Inn by Radisson Hotel Calgary Airport North, 27 Freeport Cres NE
09:45: Canmore Grande Rockies Resort, 901 Mountain St Unit 110, Canmore
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Minnewanka Lake (45 minutes)
What an amazing place to start a day with your morning coffee while enjoying the peace from the mountains.We will serve you fresh brewed hot coffee with breakfast & snack bag. It’s included in the tour. Complimentary.
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Two Jack Lake (15 minutes)
Experience the winter magic of Two Jack Lake! Surrounded by snow-covered peaks and serene frozen waters, this peaceful spot is perfect for ice skating, photography, or simply soaking in Banff’s breathtaking winter wonderland.
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Banff Gondola / Hot Springs (75 minutes)
If you are coming to Banff and not visiting Banff Gondola, you are missing a lot. Banff Gondola has the best view of our pretty town of Banff. You will choose Hot springs or Banff Gondola for your itinerary. Not both of them at the same day. (Admission is not included).
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Banff Town Lunch break (90 minutes)
It is time to discover our lovely town of Banff. Our experienced local guides will give you all the tips about where to eat, where to get the best pictures, where you must visit. So you dont miss anything in Banff. You are in good hands
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Banff Sign Picture Spot (15 min)
If you are visiting Banff, you have to have a picture with Banff sign to make all your internet friends jealous 🙂
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Surprise Picture Spot (15 min)
This is a special bonus spot. Your local guide will take you to a picture spot that only locals might know. A spot that many people don’t even know exists.
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Complete the tour
This depends on where you join the tour:
From Calgary: 8-10 hours, from Canmore: 6-8 hours, from Banff: 5.5- 7.6 hours
The full day tour includes transportation from designated locations on a guided bus tour to see some local highlights such as the iconic Lake Louise, Lake Louise Fairmont Hotel, Marble Canyon, Banff Town, Banff Springs Hotel, Bow Falls and Surprise corner.
08:00 = Coast Calgary Hotel, 610 4 Ave SW, Calgary
09:15 = Canmore Grande Rockies Resort, 901 Mountain Street, Canmore
09:45 = Banff Caribou Hotel, 521 Banff Ave
Only half your time is spent on the bus, and at every stop you will have the opportunity to get off the bus and stretch your legs. All of the viewpoints are a short walk. There will be a short hike at Marble Canyon.
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).
You can bring a backpack with you, no problem.But unfortunately, luggages are not allowed. .
We have several type of vehicles. 14 seater Full-Size Vans and 24 seater Mini-Buses. Depending on the tour date, you might be in one of those vehicles.So, there will be max. 24 people on your tour vehicle.
- 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 Banff Everyday, 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.
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