Banff Deep 1 Day Tour in Banff National Park
Overview
Nature lovers, adventure seekers, and those simply looking to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life will all find something to enjoy. Don't hesitate to book your tour today and get ready for an unforgettable experience exploring the best of this stunning region.
Last minute booking available. Full Refund Available up to 24 Hours Before Tour.
Inclusions
- GST (Goods and Services Tax)
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- 2 bottle water per guest
- National Park Fee
What to expect
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Johnston Canyon, Improvement District No. 9, AB T0L, Canada
Johnston Creek originates north of Castle Mountain in a glacial valley southwest of Badger Pass and south of Pulsatilla Pass, at an elevation of 2, 500 meters (8, 200 ft). The creek flows southeast between Helena Ridge and the Sawback Range, and then south through a gorge known as Johnston Canyon.
As Johnston Creek approaches the Bow River, it flows through a large canyon formed by erosion over thousands of years. The creek has cut through the limestone rock to form sheer canyon walls, as well as waterfalls, tunnels, and pools.
A popular hiking trail follows the canyon and leads to a meadow within the Johnston Valley above the canyon. The first part of the trail consists of a constructed walkway with safety rails and bridges, while the last part of the trail is natural and more rugged. Within the meadow are the Ink Pots, which are six blue-green spring-fed pools.
Duration: 1 hour 45 minutes
Stop At: Vermilion Lakes Road, Banff, Banff National Park, Alberta T0L 0C0 Canada
The Vermilion Lakes are a series of lakes located immediately west of Banff, Alberta, in the Canadian Rocky Mountains. The three lakes are formed in the Bow River valley, in the Banff National Park, at the foot of Mount Norquay. The area offers wildlife viewing opportunities and breathtaking scenery. Offering spectacular views of Mount Rundle and Sulphur Mountain, the proximity of these lakes to town make them a fantastic place to watch sunrise or sunset.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Cascade of Time Garden, Cave Ave, Banff, AB T1L 1K2, Canada
Cascades of Time Garden spreads out behind Banff National Park's historic administration building at 101 Mountain Ave. A geological sequence of cascading ponds and water courses provide the garden’s namesake and is highlighted with flowers, shrubs, rustic bridges, pavilions and flagged walks. The peak season for blooms is June through September.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Banff, Banff, Banff National Park, Alberta
The beautiful town of Banff is well known as the heart of Banff National Park, it’s an incorporated municipality located inside a national park. The Town of Banff is a great resort town and one of Canada's most popular tourist destinations. With boutique shops, nightclubs, museums and fancy restaurants in the town, Banff is no ordinary town. It developed as a service center for the park that surrounds it. Today it brings in busloads of tourists keen to commune with shops as much as nature, alongside artists and writers drawn to the Rockies' unparalleled majesty. It really worth some of your time wandering in any direction of the town before you’re back to wild country.
Please consider taking lunch in this session.
Duration: 1 hour 5 minutes
Stop At: Sulphur Mountain, Banff National Park, Alberta Canada
Timeless Rocky Mountain views. 100% reimagined summit experience. Take the Sulphur Gondola (Optional) and discover sweeping scenes of six mountain ranges, the Bow Valley and the charming town of Banff from the Sulphur Mountain summit. Once you're at the top, begin your adventure by strolling the boardwalk to the Cosmic Ray Station and Sanson's Peak and learn about Canada's first national park.
The air is clean and clear up here. When gaze down from the jagged mountain ridge, you stare in amazement at the town, lakes, and rivers on the valley floor far below, and a lot more. it’s such a revitalizing and calming sensation.
Duration: 1 hour 25 minutes
Stop At: Bow Falls, Banff, Banff National Park, Alberta Canada
Bow Falls is a major waterfall on the Bow River. The falls rumble about 30 feet over a low-gradient pitch of channeled bedrock, providing a short turbulent interrupt of the cerulean waters of the Bow River. The falls are pretty, and under the right conditions, exceptionally photogenic, but not terribly impressive.
The 1953 Marilyn Monroe film “River of No Return” featured the bow falls.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Surprise Corner, Buffalo St, Banff, Banff National Park, Alberta Canada
Named for its spectacular, surprising views when viewed from Buffalo Street, Surprise Corner is an excellent place for photos and to connect to the local trail system.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Hoodoos Trail, Buffalo Street Surprise Corner Viewpoint parking lot, Banff, Banff National Park, Alberta T0L Canada
A “hoodoo” is a North American term for a unique rock formation. Soft rock is coated by harder earth that resists more erosion from the weather. This protective coating is essential for creating what is known as hoodoos.
With the Bow River in the background and towering mountains surrounding you. It’s a majestic viewpoint that gives stunning views overlooking these natural peaks.
Duration: 15 minutes
Additional information
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Most travelers can participate
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 29 travelers
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Ticket delivery
Cancellation
Apparently we were the only 3 people who booked the tour for the day, so they upgraded us to a private tour in an SUV. Must say that it was a fabulous experience overall! Steve, our tour guide for the day was a very knowledgeable and humble person, who made our trip memorable by sharing his vast ...
Apparently we were the only 3 people who booked the tour for the day, so they upgraded us to a private tour in an SUV. Must say that it was a fabulous experience overall! Steve, our tour guide for the day was a very knowledgeable and humble person, who made our trip memorable by sharing his vast knowledge and experience, along with giving us youngsters some valuable life lessons on the way. We covered many places within a day like the Lower falls at Johnston Canyon, the Sulphur mountain Gondola including hike to the mountain top, the Bow falls, Surprise corner, Cascade of Time gardens and Vermilion lakes. The time provided at each viewpoint was good enough, but maybe they can increase the time provided for cascade gardens in the future. Overall it was an experience for the ages. 5/5 Totally recommended.The beautiful location and exceptional views were beyond imagination with much more to see. You could spend more time here and still not see everything
The beautiful location and exceptional views were beyond imagination with much more to see. You could spend more time here and still not see everythingThe trip touched all the Highlights of the area, the Tour Guide had very good knowledge of the area. A Great outing recommend it to all, keep in mind there is a lot of walking & stairs.
The trip touched all the Highlights of the area, the Tour Guide had very good knowledge of the area. A Great outing recommend it to all, keep in mind there is a lot of walking & stairs.We had great experience watching the Sulphur mountain, Johnston Canyon waterfalls, Lake Minnewanka and many more magnificent scenes of Banff. Our guide helped us with amazing pictures.
We had great experience watching the Sulphur mountain, Johnston Canyon waterfalls, Lake Minnewanka and many more magnificent scenes of Banff. Our guide helped us with amazing pictures.This trip was really amazing! My tour guide was Jerome! He was really friendly and he guided us very well. The tour really went well!
This trip was really amazing! My tour guide was Jerome! He was really friendly and he guided us very well. The tour really went well!Jerome is the best tour guide to have for this tour. He's very engaging and knowledgeable and helps you get the best photos. It was a very unrushed funfilled day exploring lots of what Banff has to offer with so many stops for viewpoints. Highly recommend this tour.
Jerome is the best tour guide to have for this tour. He's very engaging and knowledgeable and helps you get the best photos. It was a very unrushed funfilled day exploring lots of what Banff has to offer with so many stops for viewpoints. Highly recommend this tour.