Discover Banff Tours offers a variety of daily interpretive sightseeing tours in Banff National Park with small groups and professionally accredited guides.
Operates Daily
Departs @ 8:30
This 3-hour tour will include some of the most scenic and historically significant highlights of Banff such as the Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel, Bow Falls, Surprise Corner Lookout, Hoodoos Viewpoint and Lake Minnewanka. Plus, enjoy hot chocolate or fresh water (depending on the time of year) and maple cookies at one of the scenic stops. It's a complete orientation to Banff and a great tour for seeing wildlife in the morning!
Operates Daily
Departs @ 8:30
This small-group tour is an ideal introduction to Banff, featuring iconic sights such as the Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel, Bow Falls, Surprise Corner Lookout, and Lake Minnewanka. Guests enjoy hot chocolate or fresh water (seasonal) with maple cookies at a scenic stop along the way.
The tour continues with a ride on the Banff Gondola to the summit of Sulphur Mountain at 7,486 feet, where breathtaking 360-degree views of Banff, the Bow Valley, and surrounding mountain ranges await. After descending, guests are returned to their Banff hotel.
Operates Daily
Departs @ 13:30
This small-group winter tour from Banff showcases the highlights of Lake Louise and Yoho National Park, combining scenic drives, hidden photo stops, and engaging storytelling by expert local guides. Guests admire the Victoria Glacier and Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise, explore Yoho's Natural Bridge and Emerald Lake, and enjoy a gourmet lunch at Emerald Lake Lodge, followed by a cozy campfire dessert with s'mores—an immersive and relaxed way to experience the Canadian Rockies in winter.
Operates Daily
Departs @ 8:30
The Grotto Canyon Icewalk is a hike on a frozen creek bed through a narrow canyon, past unusual rock formations and spectacular icefalls. This is a unique experience to walk directly on the ice, and walking on the creek bed floor gives you a one-of-a-kind view of the canyon.
Operates Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun, Tues
Departs @ 18:30
The Johnston Canyon Evening Icewalk® is a small-group winter experience that invites guests to explore the canyon after dark, heightening the senses amid pine-scented air, starry skies, and peaceful silence. Guided along suspended catwalks to the Lower Falls, guests witness illuminated ice formations, pause for moments of darkness, and warm up with hot chocolate and maple cookies beside the frozen cascade—an unforgettable way to experience Banff's winter beauty at night.
Operates Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun, Tues
Departs @ 19:30
The Johnston Canyon Evening Icewalk® is a small-group winter experience that invites guests to explore the canyon after dark, heightening the senses amid pine-scented air, starry skies, and peaceful silence. Guided along suspended catwalks to the Lower Falls, guests witness illuminated ice formations, pause for moments of darkness, and warm up with hot chocolate and maple cookies beside the frozen cascade—an unforgettable way to experience Banff's winter beauty at night.
Operates Daily
Departs @ 13:30
Johnston Canyon is one of Banff National Park's most beloved attractions, and the wintertime Icewalk is an expedition that all visitors must experience at least once. This guided Johnston Canyon hike takes you along steel catwalks built into the canyon walls all the way to the iconic frozen Johnston Canyon Upper Falls where you'll have stunning views of the gorge below.
Operates Daily
Departs @ 8:30
Johnston Canyon is one of Banff National Park's most beloved attractions, and the wintertime Icewalk is an expedition that all visitors must experience at least once. This guided Johnston Canyon hike takes you along steel catwalks built into the canyon walls all the way to the iconic frozen Johnston Canyon Upper Falls where you'll have stunning views of the gorge below.
Operates Daily
Departs @ 13:30
This beginner-friendly snowshoe tour follows an easy, mostly flat trail across the frozen Vermilion River and through snow-covered pine forests to the Paint Pots, a culturally significant site within Kootenay National Park. Along the way, guests learn about the fur trade and the Indigenous peoples who once used these mineral-rich deposits for rock painting, as well as stories of early explorers and traders in the Rockies.
After the scenic winter walk, guests enjoy a uniquely Canadian experience with hot maple taffy poured onto snow to create a sweet frozen treat, plus the fun of a crazy carpet slide down the hill—an activity loved by both kids and adults. Perfect for beginners, this tour offers a relaxed and engaging way to enjoy the outdoors while discovering the park's rich history.
Operates Daily
Departs @ 13:30
This small-group winter tour from Banff showcases the highlights of Lake Louise and Yoho National Park, combining scenic drives, hidden photo stops, and engaging storytelling by expert local guides. Guests admire the Victoria Glacier and Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise, explore Yoho's Natural Bridge and Emerald Lake, and enjoy a gourmet lunch at Emerald Lake Lodge, followed by a cozy campfire dessert with s'mores—an immersive and relaxed way to experience the Canadian Rockies in winter.
Operates Daily
Departs @ 8:30
This 3-hour tour will include some of the most scenic and historically significant highlights of Banff such as the Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel, Bow Falls, Surprise Corner Lookout, Hoodoos Viewpoint and Lake Minnewanka. Plus, enjoy hot chocolate or fresh water (depending on the time of year) and maple cookies at one of the scenic stops. It's a complete orientation to Banff and a great tour for seeing wildlife in the morning!
Operates Daily
Departs @ 8:30
This small-group tour is an ideal introduction to Banff, featuring iconic sights such as the Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel, Bow Falls, Surprise Corner Lookout, and Lake Minnewanka. Guests enjoy hot chocolate or fresh water (seasonal) with maple cookies at a scenic stop along the way.
The tour continues with a ride on the Banff Gondola to the summit of Sulphur Mountain at 7,486 feet, where breathtaking 360-degree views of Banff, the Bow Valley, and surrounding mountain ranges await. After descending, guests are returned to their Banff hotel.
Operates Daily
Departs @ 8:30
The Grotto Canyon Icewalk is a hike on a frozen creek bed through a narrow canyon, past unusual rock formations and spectacular icefalls. This is a unique experience to walk directly on the ice, and walking on the creek bed floor gives you a one-of-a-kind view of the canyon.
Operates Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun, Tues
Departs @ 18:30
The Johnston Canyon Evening Icewalk® is a small-group winter experience that invites guests to explore the canyon after dark, heightening the senses amid pine-scented air, starry skies, and peaceful silence. Guided along suspended catwalks to the Lower Falls, guests witness illuminated ice formations, pause for moments of darkness, and warm up with hot chocolate and maple cookies beside the frozen cascade—an unforgettable way to experience Banff's winter beauty at night.
Operates Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun, Tues
Departs @ 19:30
The Johnston Canyon Evening Icewalk® is a small-group winter experience that invites guests to explore the canyon after dark, heightening the senses amid pine-scented air, starry skies, and peaceful silence. Guided along suspended catwalks to the Lower Falls, guests witness illuminated ice formations, pause for moments of darkness, and warm up with hot chocolate and maple cookies beside the frozen cascade—an unforgettable way to experience Banff's winter beauty at night.
Operates Daily
Departs @ 13:30
Johnston Canyon is one of Banff National Park's most beloved attractions, and the wintertime Icewalk is an expedition that all visitors must experience at least once. This guided Johnston Canyon hike takes you along steel catwalks built into the canyon walls all the way to the iconic frozen Johnston Canyon Upper Falls where you'll have stunning views of the gorge below.
Operates Daily
Departs @ 8:30
Johnston Canyon is one of Banff National Park's most beloved attractions, and the wintertime Icewalk is an expedition that all visitors must experience at least once. This guided Johnston Canyon hike takes you along steel catwalks built into the canyon walls all the way to the iconic frozen Johnston Canyon Upper Falls where you'll have stunning views of the gorge below.
Operates Daily
Departs @ 13:30
This beginner-friendly snowshoe tour follows an easy, mostly flat trail across the frozen Vermilion River and through snow-covered pine forests to the Paint Pots, a culturally significant site within Kootenay National Park. Along the way, guests learn about the fur trade and the Indigenous peoples who once used these mineral-rich deposits for rock painting, as well as stories of early explorers and traders in the Rockies.
After the scenic winter walk, guests enjoy a uniquely Canadian experience with hot maple taffy poured onto snow to create a sweet frozen treat, plus the fun of a crazy carpet slide down the hill—an activity loved by both kids and adults. Perfect for beginners, this tour offers a relaxed and engaging way to enjoy the outdoors while discovering the park's rich history.
Travel Time: 12 hours
Tour highlights:Praries, foothills, frontranges. Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel, Bow Falls, Surprise Corner, Hoodoos Lookout, Lake Minnewanka, Bankhead. Free time to explore/shop before return (up to 2 hours).
Travel Time: 12 hours
Tour highlights:Praries, foothills, frontranges. Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel, Bow Falls, Surprise Corner, Hoodoos Lookout, Lake Minnewanka, Bankhead. Free time to explore/shop before return (up to 2 hours).
Travel Time: 12 hours
Tour highlights:Praries, foothills, frontranges. Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel, Bow Falls, Surprise Corner, Hoodoos Lookout, Lake Minnewanka, Bankhead. Free time to explore/shop before return (up to 2 hours).
Travel Time: 12 hours
Tour highlights:Praries, foothills, frontranges. Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel, Bow Falls, Surprise Corner, Hoodoos Lookout, Lake Minnewanka, Bankhead. Free time to explore/shop before return (up to 2 hours).
Travel Time: 2.5 hours
Tour highlights: Evening is the best time tos spot some of Banff's wildest residents. Itinerary varies based on season for best viewing chances.
Travel Time: 2.5 hours
Tour highlights: Evening is the best time tos spot some of Banff's wildest residents. Itinerary varies based on season for best viewing chances.
Travel Time: 2.5 hours
Tour highlights: Evening is the best time tos spot some of Banff's wildest residents. Itinerary varies based on season for best viewing chances.
Travel Time: 2.5 hours
Tour highlights: Evening is the best time tos spot some of Banff's wildest residents. Itinerary varies based on season for best viewing chances.
Travel Time: 4 hours
Tour highlights: Follows the modest frozen creek through a narrow canyon, past unusual rock formations and frozen falls. See 1500 year old pictograms and hear their story. Walk directly on the ice, and creek bed floor
Travel Time: 4 hours
Tour highlights: Follows the modest frozen creek through a narrow canyon, past unusual rock formations and frozen falls. See 1500 year old pictograms and hear their story. Walk directly on the ice, and creek bed floor
Travel Time: 3 hours
Tour highlights: Walk by headlamp to the lower falls and cave. Can be done in the daytime when limited time prevents walking to the upper falls.
Travel Time: 3 hours
Tour highlights: Walk by headlamp to the lower falls and cave. Can be done in the daytime when limited time prevents walking to the upper falls.
Travel Time: 4 hours
Tour highlights:Banff's most popular trail. Visit the lower falls and cave then the breathtaking upper icefalls. Learn about the canyon's geography and human history along the way
Travel Time: 6 hours
Tour highlights: Banff's most popular trail. Visit the lower falls and cave then the breathtaking upper icefalls. Learn about the canyon's geography and human history along the way
Travel Time: 4 hours
Tour highlights:Banff's most popular trail. Visit the lower falls and cave then the breathtaking upper icefalls. Learn about the canyon's geography and human history along the way
Travel Time: 6 hours
Tour highlights: Banff's most popular trail. Visit the lower falls and cave then the breathtaking upper icefalls. Learn about the canyon's geography and human history along the way
Travel Time: 4 hours
Tour highlights: An easy introduction to snowshoeing in Kootenay National Park. Bridges over Tokumn creek will provide airy views of the canyon below.
Travel Time: 4 hours
Tour highlights: An easy introduction to snowshoeing in Kootenay National Park. Bridges over Tokumn creek will provide airy views of the canyon below.
Travel Time: 4 hours
Tour highlights: Follow the snowy path winding through a forest of pine trees to the Paint Pots, a cultural treasure within our National Park. Learn their First Nations and modern settler importance as a natural resource.
Travel Time: 4 hours
Tour highlights: Follow the snowy path winding through a forest of pine trees to the Paint Pots, a cultural treasure within our National Park. Learn their First Nations and modern settler importance as a natural resource.