Banff Three Iconic Lakes and Johnston Canyon Day Tour
Overview
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8 hours
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Our Explore the Best of the Canadian Rockies tour stands out with small group sizes, expert local guides, and personalized experiences. We prioritize avoiding crowds by offering early departures and carefully planned itineraries. Enjoy comfortable, luxury transportation, exclusive photography spots, and eco-friendly practices that preserve the natural beauty. With opportunities for custom hikes, private canoe rentals, and insider tips, our tour ensures a leisurely, enriching experience at iconic locations like Lake Louise, Moraine Lake, Emerald Lake, and Johnston Canyon. Discover the Rockies at your own pace, with flexibility and a focus on comfort and authenticity.
Our tour is designed to provide a leisurely, enriching experience, allowing you to discover the Canadian Rockies at your own pace. With a focus on comfort, authenticity, and environmental stewardship, we invite you to join us for an unforgettable adventure amidst some of the world's most stunning natural landscapes.
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
heart patient
What To Expect
Johnston Canyon
A beautiful spot for hiking, Johnston Canyon is a deep, narrow gorge with waterfalls cascading down its rock walls. The trail follows the canyon’s path, leading to both the Lower Falls and Upper Falls. It’s particularly breathtaking in the fall when the leaves turn vibrant colors, or in winter when the waterfalls freeze into ice sculptures. Activities: Hiking the Johnston Canyon Trail Ice walking (in winter) Photography of the waterfalls
Emerald Lake
Emerald Lake, located in Yoho National Park, is known for its striking green waters, created by mineral-rich runoff from the surrounding mountains. It’s a quieter, more serene spot compared to Lake Louise and Moraine Lake, perfect for those looking for a peaceful escape. Activities: Canoeing on the lake Scenic walks along the shoreline Hiking trails like the Emerald Lake Loop
Options
Canmore
canmore: pickup front of canmore visitor information centre 9:30AM
Banff
pickup front of the banff caribou lodge & spa banff avenue . 9:50 AM
calgary
calgary : Delta Hotels Calgary Downtown, 4 Avenue Southeast, Calgary, AB, Canada Meet at the opposite side of the road at 8AM Starting point: Delta Hotels Calgary Downtown, 209 4 Ave SE, Calgary, AB T2G 0C6, Canada
What‘s Included
Air-conditioned vehicle
Admission to Moraine Lake from June 1 - Oct 14 only
Bottled water
Guide
total duration of tour including traveling is 8 to 10 hours
Private transportation
no Travel insurance
no food
Banff town only in winter from October 14
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
16 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great guide Aashish
juliebY7367XK,Jun 28, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our guide was Aashish who was a great guide and helped make the experience at the lakes very enjoyable . He explained what was happening when we got to the lakes , clear instructions when to be back , took us on some of the hikes and took photos for us while sharing his knowledge of the area . He was also great at spotting the wildlife while driving we even got to see a bear . Highly recommend using Aashish and Matrix
Memorable
Dimplex2013,Jun 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had great weather that day, the van was comfortable and not crowded. The mountain scenery and lakes were unimaginable. Naveen our guide and driver, was keen, patient, knowledgeable and fun to spend the day with. He made sure everyone was comfortable. He explained the sights well. We had an almost 3hr delay due to an incident along the highway, he kept our spirits high. Thank you for a memorable day.
Exceptional Tour to beautiful Banff😍
afsoong126,Jun 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was an amazing experience, Sanjeet was our tour guide and he went beyond and above our expectations to show us awesome viewpoints and hidden gems. 👌 👏.
Excellent tour - highly recommended!
U8486FOwaynes,Jun 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent tour of Emerald Lake, Lake Moraine, Lake Louise, and Johnston Canyon! Our guide (Kul Vendor) was very knowledgeable and kept everything on schedule. He was friendly to us and voluntarily took our photos and at a couple of locations. He pointed out wildlife along the way and even made an unscheduled stop near Castle Mountain for a photo opp.
Amazing trip to Banff
70maitris,Jun 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My experience with Aashish was amazing. I did solo trip to Banff and my tour guide Aashish clicked some amazing photos of mine. Came back with wonderful lifetime memories. Looking forward to book my trip with viator again.
Day tour
Lovetotravel0410,Jun 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Good experience. Driver is so knowledgeable.
Great tour
Janet L,Jun 17, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great one day tour of some beautiful sights. Our guide Naveen was knowledgeable, charming and relaxed.
Amazing day
chrismM3661SQ,Jun 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had an amazing experience on the Banff Three Iconic Lakes and Johnston Canyon Tour! The scenery was absolutely breathtaking, but what really made the day special was our guide, Ram. Ram shared interesting facts and local history throughout the tour, kept everything organized, and made sure everyone felt welcome and comfortable. The gondola ride was fantastic, amazing views, great hiking trails at the top. The stops at the iconic lakes were stunning, and Johnston Canyon was unforgettable. Thanks to Ram, we were able to relax, enjoy the views, and make the most of our time in Banff. If you're considering this tour, I highly recommend it—and if you get Ram as your guide, you're in for an outstanding experience! Thank you, Ram, for an incredible day and memories we'll never forget! 🌲🏔️🇨🇦
Long day but beautiful lakes
Lawrence R,Jun 16, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00The sights are beautiful, especially the natural bridge. Our guide was great and very friendly. My complaint is the site says it will take 8 hours. Ours from pickup point to drop off point was 12 hours, way to much time in the vehicle. Then we only got a 45 minute stop for lunch at a very busy spot that had a bakery and a sit down restaurant. Everyone had to order their food and choke it down or take 1/2 home in boxes. Then there was no dinner stop. A tour from 8:00 a.m to 8:00 pm needs 2 food stops or a shorter day. Other then that we did get to see the big lakes where only shuttle buses and commercial tourism buses get to go.
Amazing tour with Naveen
rachelcK9417ZA,Jun 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00⁰This tour was wonderful even though it was raining. It was even snowing when we arrived at the beautiful Lake Louise. Our driver and guide (Naveen) did a good job in giving out information related to the park, province and country. He always shared where we were heading and how long it would take. He gave us suggestion on the hiking trail at Johnston Canyon with the time we had. Thank you, Naveen!
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