From Calgary: Banff Town, Gondola, Hot Springs & Lake Minnewanka Day Tour

Depart from Calgary, Canmore or Banff
and ride the Banff Gondola up Sulphur Mountain

Depart from your chosen pickup point in Calgary, Canmore or Banff and travel through the Rocky Mountains, with photo stops along the way.

Ride the Banff Gondola to the summit of Sulphur Mountain and spend about 1.5 hours there. From the summit trails and viewpoints, enjoy views of six mountain ranges, the Bow Valley and the winding Bow River. Gondola tickets are not included and must be purchased in advance for the 10:30–11:00 a.m. time slot.

Visit the Banff Upper Hot Springs
and Bow Falls

Spend about 1 hour at the Banff Upper Hot Springs, which have welcomed visitors for more than 100 years, and learn about the area’s hot springs and geothermal history. Then stop for about 15 minutes each at the Bow Falls viewpoint near the Banff Springs, the Cascade Gardens and the Surprise Corner viewpoint for photos.

Explore Lake Minnewanka, Two Jack Lake
and Johnson Lake

Stroll along the shore of Lake Minnewanka, the largest lake in Banff National Park, for about 45 minutes. Also stop at nearby calm Two Jack Lake and forest-fringed Johnson Lake to enjoy peaceful lake scenery. Lake Minnewanka cruises and boat rides are not included.

Enjoy free time in the town of Banff

Spend about 1.5 hours in the town of Banff, walking along Banff Avenue with your guide, and use your free time to browse shops and cafés or enjoy a coffee. At the end of the tour, return to your pickup point.

※ The itinerary is for reference only, and the order may change depending on local conditions.
※ Wildlife lives in the wild, so sightings are not guaranteed. Scenery also varies with the season and weather.