Moraine Lake, Lake Louise & Banff Full-Day Tour
Visit Moraine Lake — the Valley of the Ten Peaks, one of the most photographed places on Earth (seasonal)
See Lake Louise — the iconic turquoise glacial lake with its glacier and mountain backdrop
Optional Banff Gondola ride for sweeping 360° views from Sulphur Mountain summit
Free time to explore Banff Avenue's boutiques and restaurants
Scenic stops at Bow Falls, Surprise Corner, Lake Minnewanka, and Two Jack Lake
National Park entry fee and all parking fees included
Fully private — your group, your vehicle, your pace
If you're going to experience the Canadian Rockies, experience them properly. This is the most comprehensive and visually spectacular full-day tour Advantage Shuttles offers — a private journey through three of the most iconic natural destinations on the planet, with a knowledgeable guide, a private vehicle, and not a single parking concern in sight.
Moraine Lake
~45–60 minutes
The alarm goes early for a reason. Moraine Lake in the Valley of the Ten Peaks is the most spectacular lake in the Canadian Rockies — and quite possibly in the world. The vivid, almost electric turquoise of the water against the sheer walls of the ten surrounding peaks creates a scene of breathtaking scale and beauty. Once featured on the Canadian twenty-dollar bill, this is a place that you simply have to see to believe. Seasonal access: late May to October.
Lake Louise
~45–60 minutes
From Moraine Lake, the tour continues to the world-famous Lake Louise — a turquoise jewel set beneath the Victoria Glacier and surrounded by towering mountain peaks. The setting is extraordinary from every angle and at every time of day. Walk the lakeshore, take in the grandeur of the Chateau Lake Louise, and let your guide share the remarkable natural and human history of this iconic destination.
Banff Gondola (Optional)
~2 hours
At the summit of Sulphur Mountain, the Banff Gondola delivers one of the most dramatic perspectives in all of Canada. The elevated boardwalk and open observation areas offer 360-degree panoramic views of six mountain ranges and the winding Bow Valley below — a jaw-dropping vantage point that puts the entire landscape into extraordinary relief.
Banff Avenue & Townsite
~1.5–2 hours (Free Time)
Free time in the heart of Banff to explore at your own pace. Browse the boutique shops and galleries, sit down for lunch at one of Banff Avenue's excellent restaurants, visit the historic Banff Park Museum, or simply wander the charming mountain-town streets. Your guide is happy to recommend spots based on your group's interests.
Bow Falls
~15 minutes
A powerful and photogenic waterfall just steps from Banff Avenue, Bow Falls tumbles through a wide, rocky gorge against a backdrop of pine forests and the distant Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel. Easy to reach and beautiful from every angle — a classic Banff stop.
Surprise Corner
~15 minutes
The most famous viewpoint in Banff frames the turreted silhouette of the Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel above the Bow River valley in a scene that photographers have been returning to for over a century. The name is well earned — prepare to be surprised by just how magnificent the view is.
Lake Minnewanka
~20 minutes
The largest lake in Banff National Park is a place of striking beauty and quiet grandeur. Flanked by rugged mountain peaks and fed by glacial waters, its deep blue expanse is a remarkable contrast to the lush green townsite. Your guide will share the extraordinary story of the submerged ghost town beneath its surface.
Travellers will be picked-up at one of these locations and are asked to select them at check-out. Please make sure you are there atleast 10 minutes before your alotted pick-up time.
Pick-up Location:
- Holiday Inn Express & Suites Calgary by IHG
- Hyatt Regency Calgary
- Holiday Inn Express & Suites Calgary Airport Trail NE by IHG
- Residence Inn by Marriott Calgary Airport
- Best Western Plus Suites Downtown
- Calgary Downtown - 11 Ave SE
- Canmore Inn & Suites
Travellers will be dropped-off at the same location they were picked-up from.
Comfortable, layered clothing
Jacket (mountain temperatures shift quickly)
Camera and charged smartphone
Comfortable walking shoes
Cash or card for lunch and personal purchases
Sunscreen and sunglasses
Private air-conditioned vehicle
Professional driver-guide throughout
Bottled water
Parking fees
Banff Gondola tickets (optional, payable on the day)
Canoe rentals
Meals
Gratuities
- National Park entry fee
To receive a full refund, travelers may cancel up to 24 hours before the experience start time in the local timezone. No refunds will be given after that time period.