This 3 hour tour highlights the best that Banff has to offer. The Town of Banff is an island of culture and history, surrounded by a sea of untamed wilderness. This tour enriches your visit with stories of 11,000 years of history, hidden in these rugged hills. Sightseeing highlights include; the Banff Springs Hotel, Bow Falls, Surprise Corner, Hoodoos, Bow Valley viewpoint, Lake Minnewanka and Bankhead. This scenic interpretive tour offers exceptional mountain landscapes and frequently allows for the opportunity to see some of the regions iconic wild animals. Don’t forget your Camera!
Departs: 08:30 AM
Duration: 3 hours
Adult: $76.00
Child (6-12): $40.00
Infant (0-5): Free
(*all prices subject to 5% GST*)
Bow Falls
Water crashes over ancient limestone creating a spectacle of sound and sight.
The Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel
The Castle of the Rockies is the railway’s contribution to the building of Canada.
Surprise Corner
A higher view of Bow Falls and the majestic Banff Springs Hotel.
Hoodoos Lookout and Bow Valley view
What is a hoodoo? Understand the lay of the land.
Lake Minnewanka
Visit the largest lake in Banff National Park
Bankhead
An abandoned mining town and relic of Banff’s industrial past.
Banff Gondola (when purchased)
Free time at the gondola if purchased (please note that Gondola guests will return to their hotel via Banff Transit).
The half-day tour includes transportation from most hotels in Banff on a guided bus tour to see some of the local highlights such as the iconic Banff Springs Hotel, Bow Falls and Lake Minnewanka. The tour includes several stops, including a refreshment break with maple cookies and fresh water, and hands on interpretive tools.
We pick up from most hotels in Banff, and you can select your preferred pick-up location during the booking process. For drop offs, our guide will ask you on the way back where you would like to be dropped off either in town or at your hotel.
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 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 48 hour cancellation policy, which allows you to change/cancel or refund your booking up to 48 hours outside your booked tour (up to 7 days for group bookings).
Tips are not expected, but are certainly appreciated. If you think your guide did a wonderful job and would like to indicate that with a tip, it will be graciously accepted.
Please note that this tour requires a minimum of 4 participants, please call the day prior to confirm the tour.
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