From Calgary & Banff: Lake Minnewanka, Two Jack Lake & Bow Falls Day Tour - Small Group

Get picked up in Calgary, Canmore or Banff
and head into Banff National Park

Pickups are at designated points in Calgary at 7:30 AM, Canmore at 9:00 AM and Banff at 9:30 AM, and you travel in an air-conditioned vehicle. On the way, your local guide shares the history and culture of Banff along with stories and legends of life in the Rocky Mountains. National park pass fees, bottled water and soft drinks are included.

Stop at Lake Minnewanka and Two Jack Lake

Spend about 1 hour at Lake Minnewanka, the largest lake in Banff. If you have booked a cruise ticket in advance, you can enjoy a boat tour on the clear lake surrounded by Rocky Mountain scenery. Next, take photos at the turquoise Two Jack Lake, which reflects the mountains, for about 20 minutes, and depending on the itinerary at Johnson Lake for about 15 minutes.

Explore Banff town, Bow Falls and Surprise Corner

Enjoy about 1 hour of free time in Banff town for strolling and shopping, and pass by the Cascade Gardens. Spend about 25 minutes at Bow Falls with commentary from your guide, then take photos at the Surprise Corner viewpoint overlooking the Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel and the Bow River.

End the day with the Banff Gondola and Upper Hot Springs

Ride the Banff Gondola to the top of Sulphur Mountain and look out over Banff town, the Bow Valley and the surrounding peaks. The summit has boardwalks and viewing platforms. If you like, you can also spend free time at the Banff Upper Hot Springs. At the end of the tour, your guide recommends restaurants and activities and drops you off at your pickup point.

※ Banff Gondola and Lake Minnewanka cruise tickets and Upper Hot Springs admission are not included.
※ The Lake Minnewanka cruise does not operate from October 13 to May 7 each year.
※ Wildlife lives in the wild, so sightings are not guaranteed.
※ The itinerary is for reference only and may change depending on local conditions.