Banff National Park Tours & Trips
What if you could wake up to views of those incredible turquoise lakes - Moraine and Louise especially - then spend your day hiking through mountain meadows? The Canadian Rockies here are just stunning. You'll probably spot elk, maybe even bears, soak in natural hot springs and get up close to actual glaciers. The alpine trails and pristine waters here are world-class.
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Manoj • traveled in November, 2025
Some items of the itinerary were closed but drivers/guides were excellent.
5-Day Canadian Rockies: Banff, Columbia Icefield, Yoho & Kootenay National Parks Tour from Calgary - A
Ayla • traveled in September
Great people, great adventure off the beaten track.
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Marina • traveled in July, 2025
It was a enlightening experience. Quick timing, but perfect for the goals I wanted to reach. The stops for the highlighted spots were well planned and ample time was allowed. Guide Ryan is a well informed, passionate individual who shows deep caring for the environment and the people of his country. He also cares for his "charges". His individual attention and his camaraderie was from the heart. Refreshing. But do try not to be late. The eyes flash. Bus driver Mr. Yee is an extraordinary person. How does he handle all those miles in such an exemplary fashion?! What a good guy. Oversees us all. This trip was not what I expected. It was so much more. I met so many nice folks (Julie! You're WONDERFUL!!!). All the best to everyone. From my heart.
Canadian Rockies Express - 4 days
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- The best Banff National Park tour packages
- Travel Banff National Park your way
- Best tour companies for Banff National Park tours
- Popular Banff National Park Cruise Ships
- Banff National Park tours for every type of group
- Top Banff National Park travel itineraries to fit your plans
- Demographics
- Best time to visit Banff National Park
- Contact our Banff National Park travel experts
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5-Day Canadian Rockies: Banff, Columbia Icefield, Yoho & Kootenay National Parks Tour from Calgary
4 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The accommodations provided were better than expected. The value for money spent was very good.”
Heather, traveled in August
Johnston Canyon walks and Sulphur Mountain views highlight this Banff adventure. The centrally-located Banff Aspen Lodge serves as your gateway to town amenities, gondola rides, and hot springs visits.
Duration 5 days Destinations Calgary, Banff, Banff National Park, Lake Louise, Jasper National Park, Kootenay National Park Age Range All Ages Welcome Operated in English, Chinese Operator Tourland From
- US$1,759
Active Canadian Rockies Adventure
7 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“it was a great taste of the Canadian Rockies with a good level of hiking.”
Forrest, traveled in August
Banff National Park unfolds before you with the majestic Fairview Mountain summit and optional gondola rides to Sulphur Mountain. Afternoons offer choices from canoeing to cycling, while hiking trails reveal sweeping mountain panoramas.
Duration 8 days Destinations Calgary, Waterton Lakes National Park, Longview, Kananaskis, Banff, Lake Louise, Yoho National Park Age Range Ages 10+ Operator G Adventures From $2,329
25% Off- US$1,747You save $582
Moraine Lake at sunrise shows off the turquoise waters before you head to Lake Louise and ride the gondola up Sulphur Mountain. Four nights in handpicked 3 or 4-star Banff hotels include daily breakfast and three dinners with Rocky Mountain cuisine, plus guided wildlife tracking.
Duration 5 days Destinations Banff, Jasper National Park, Lake Louise, Banff National Park Age Range Ages 14+ Operator Radventures Tours From
25% Off- US$2,430
Canadian Rockies Express - 4 days
2 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The team were very responsive throughout the booking process. Very knowledgeable and made this a memorable trip.”
Bow Falls and Lake Louise showcase Banff National Park's natural beauty. The Banff Mountain Gondola and hot springs beckon, while Moraine Lake offers seasonal canoeing beneath towering peaks.
Duration 4 days Destinations Vancouver, Craigellachie, Revelstoke, Lake Louise, Banff, Icefields Parkway, Jasper, Valemount, Kamloops Age Range Ages 6+ Operator On The Go Tours From $1,090
10% Off- US$981You save $109
Duration 9 days Destinations Vancouver, Jasper, Icefields Parkway, Lake Louise, Banff, Kananaskis, Calgary Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Collette From $6,199
4% Off- US$5,949You save $250
Explore Banff National Park with stays at Banff Caribou Lodge. Ride the Banff Gondola for panoramic views, discover Vermilion Lakes, and enjoy optional wildlife tours. Perfect base for experiencing this UNESCO World Heritage site's natural wonders.
Duration 6 days Destinations Calgary, Banff, Jasper, Lake Louise Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Landsby From
4% Off- US$1,459
Canadian Rockies featuring Rocky Mountaineer Westbound (Calgary, AB to Vancouver, BC)
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The Rocky Mountaineer train takes you alongside the Kicking Horse River and through the century-old Spiral Tunnels. You'll stay at Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise right on the turquoise lake, then spend two nights at The Rimrock Resort in Banff.
Duration 8 days Destinations Calgary, Lake Louise, Banff, Icefields Parkway, Kamloops, Vancouver Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Collette From $7,799
3% Off- US$7,549You save $250
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Popular Banff National Park Cruise Ships
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Banff National Park tours for every type of group
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Top Banff National Park travel itineraries to fit your plans
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Demographics
Solo Travelers32 tours- Couples22 tours
- Young Adults (18 - 39)5 tours
- Seniors (50+)16 tours
Best time to visit Banff National Park
- Summer 2026
Summer opens up the full range of what's possible in the Rockies. The Classic Canadian Rockies tour pairs hiking at Moraine Lake's vivid blue waters with a boat trip to Spirit Island on Maligne Lake - it's consistently rated as the trip highlight by our guests. Active tours take you hiking Bertha Lake trail and exploring Red Rock Canyon before nights under canvas, while luxury options use the grand railway hotels as bases. The Rocky Mountaineer adds a different perspective as you relax in glass-domed cars through mountain passes. These summer tours work well because they balance guided activities with free time to explore Banff Avenue or take optional Bow River float trips.
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- Fall / Autumn 2026
Fall tours make the most of color changes along the Icefields Parkway. The Canadian Rockies Express stops strategically at Bow Lake, Peyto Lake when alpine larches turn gold. Our 5-day Select tours catch the final weeks Moraine Lake stays open in mid-October, combining it with quiet walks through Johnston Canyon after peak season ends. Many routes finish with wine tasting in the Okanagan Valley en route to Vancouver, which our customers say really complements the autumn views. The guides know exactly when to time stops for mountain photography and also wildlife spotting as animals prepare for winter. Looking at the main tour operators running Canadian Rockies trips, Trafalgar stands out according to what our travelers tell us. Their guide Ben Hutchinson gets mentioned often - he really knows his stuff and keeps the whole experience engaging and fun. Globus delivers solid tours too, and their guide Tarek Sabet receives consistent praise for running things smoothly and sharing deep knowledge about the region. One note of caution about Intrepid Travel though - we've heard from quite a few customers who found the activity ratings didn't quite match what they experienced on the ground. Some were caught off guard by more challenging sections than expected. The pricing for optional activities has also been a bit of an issue, with actual costs often coming in higher than what's listed in their materials. Both Trafalgar and Globus maintain reliable standards with professional guides who know the Canadian Rockies well. Just make sure to look carefully at Intrepid's activity levels and factor in some extra budget for their optional experiences if you go that route.
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