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 - F
FRANK • traveled in July, 2025
We (family of 7) really enjoyed the itinerary. Our guide Ron added a lot of comments regarding the different sites visited. Hotels were great, Very good hotel breakfasts and the parties by Trafalgar were enjoyable.
Canada's Rockies (7 Days) - M
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
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- 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
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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 $1,758
8% Off- US$1,618You save $141
Canada's Rockies (7 Days)
168 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The tour from Trafalgar was great.”
Glen, traveled in August
Pristine wilderness surrounds Bow Falls and Surprise Corner viewpoints in Banff National Park. A pro coach teaches hockey basics in nearby Canmore before the Banff Gondola lifts you up Sulphur Mountain for views of six mountain ranges. La Terrazza at Banff Park Lodge serves authentic Italian cuisine.
Duration 7 days Destinations Calgary, Lake Louise, Icefields Parkway, Jasper National Park, Jasper, Spirit Island, Banff, Canmore, Sulphur Mountain, Yoho National Park Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Trafalgar From $2,995
10% Off- US$2,696You save $300
4-Day Rockies Winter Wonderland Tour | Banff & Lake Louise & Lake Minnewanka or Bubble Lake | Features
2 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Excellent tour & good itinerary for a short visit.”
Lorena, traveled in March
Winter transforms Johnston Canyon into an icy wonderland, while Surprise Corner and Hoodoos formations complete your Banff experience. Luxury Fairmont stays include complimentary snowshoeing at Lake Louise.
Duration 4 days Destinations Calgary, Banff, Lake Louise, Yoho National Park, Banff National Park Age Range All Ages Welcome Operated in English, Chinese Operator Tourland From
10% Off- US$1,375
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
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
4% Off- US$1,065
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
4% Off- US$2,429
Great Resorts of the Canadian Rockies
304 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Our tour was very well organized and offered the best of all experience.”
Phyllis, traveled in September
The historic Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel serves as your base for exploring Bow Falls and Tunnel Mountain drives. Meet Royal Canadian Mounted Police and choose from helicopter tours and wildlife safaris.
Duration 7 days Destinations Calgary, Lake Louise, Jasper National Park, Banff National Park Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Globus From $4,908
10% Off- US$4,408+$167 upfront costsYou save $500
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Banff National Park tours for every type of group
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Demographics
Solo Travelers37 tours- Couples26 tours
- Young Adults (18 - 39)5 tours
- Seniors (50+)17 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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