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2 Day Tours in Banff National Park

By Banff2Go
Free cancellation available
The previous price was NZ$617 and current price is NZ$565 per adult

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Overview

Start with a mellow hike day: Johnston Canyon stroll, sunshine-soaked Sunshine Meadows wander, then gondola up Sulphur Mountain (elevation-bragging rights included). Next day, lake overload: Moraine, Louise, Bow, Peyto, Emerald & Vermilion — six outrageously turquoise lakes with tonnes of photo time for your camera’s dramatic close-ups.

It’s the perfect Rocky-rom com — mellow nature therapy one day, dramatic glacier-lake catwalk the next. We skip the tourist stampede, linger where the light makes everyone look good, and our great guides deliver secret viewpoints, smooth logistics, and dad-joke-level commentary. Less frantic checklisting, more “wow”s and great Instagram captions.

Activity location

  • Sunshine Meadows
    • 1 Sunshine access Rd, Trailhead at Sunshine Village
    • T1L 1J5, Banff, Canada

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Mount Royal Hotel
    • 138 Banff Avenue
    • T1L 1J3, Banff, Alberta, Canada

Multiple meeting/redemption points available, see location information for full list

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Banff Departure

  • Activity duration is 2 days2d
    2d
  • English
Language options: English
Starting time: 8:00 AM
Price details
NZ$514.64
NZ$463.18 x 1 AdultNZ$463.18
Paid at activityNZ$101.90
Total
The previous price was NZ$616.54 and current price is NZ$565.08
10% off

Canmore Departure

  • Activity duration is 2 days2d
    2d
  • English

Duration: 10 hours

Language options: English
Starting time: 7:40 AM
Price details
NZ$533.02
NZ$479.72 x 1 AdultNZ$479.72
Paid at activityNZ$101.90
Total
The previous price was NZ$634.92 and current price is NZ$581.62
10% off

Calgary Departure

  • Activity duration is 2 days2d
    2d
  • English

Duration: 12 hours

Language options: English
Starting time: 6:30 AM
Price details
NZ$655.56
NZ$590.00 x 1 AdultNZ$590.00
Paid at activityNZ$101.90
Total
The previous price was NZ$757.46 and current price is NZ$691.90
20% off

What's included, what's not

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    WIFI on board
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    Bottle water on road
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    national park entrance fee
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    GST
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    we suggest 10% of your booking
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    Guest meal or drinks are not included
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Banff Gondola ticket is not included. Please contact us if you need help to book the tickets

Know before you book

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for pregnant travellers
  • Not recommended for travellers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Day 1: Trail Junkies’ Day Out: Hiking Lover's favourite

  • 9 stops
  • Meals: Not included
  • Accommodation: Not included

Sunshine Meadows

  • 3h
  • Admission ticket included
Note: Sunshine Meadows trail is open from May 26th to Sept. 20th, beyond that range, we go to Lake Minnewanka, Two Jack Lake and Jonson Lake a gentle alpine trail above Sunshine Village with sweeping wildflower meadows, panoramic mountain views, and three small hidden alpine lakes tucked among the ridges. Easy, well‑marked paths with rolling terrain and short climbs—great for families and casual hikers.

Johnston Canyon

  • 1h 30m
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 metres (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.

Vermilion Lakes

  • 15m
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.

Sulphur Mountain

  • 1h 20m
  • Admission ticket not included
Note, the Gondola ticket is not included, if you decide not to take it, you can take the time to browse Banff Town. 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 revitalising and calming sensation.

Cascade Gardens

  • 20m
  • Admission ticket not included
ascades 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.

Bow Falls

  • 15m
Bow Falls is a major waterfall on the Bow River. The falls rumble about 30 feet over a low-gradient pitch of channelled 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.

Johnson Lake

  • 45m
Note: From May 26th to Sept 20th, we go to Sunshine Meadows instead. a calm, family-friendly alpine lake just a short drive from Banff townsite. A flat, easy loop (about 3–3.5 km) circles the water, making it perfect for strolls, picnics, trail runs, and quick dips (water is cold). Scenic views include Mount Rundle and nearby peaks; expect loon calls, occasional wildlife, and plenty of photo ops at the shoreline.

Lake Minnewanka Scenic Drive

  • 1h
Note: From May 26th to Sept 20th, we go to Sunshine Meadows instead. Banff’s largest and deepest lake, carved by glaciers and best known for its dramatic, wide-open waters and jagged mountain backdrop. Popular for boat tours, kayaking, and lakeside picnics, with longer hiking options and nearby picnic areas. Expect windier conditions than smaller lakes, good fishing, and frequent wildlife sightings (keep a safe distance).

Two Jack Lake

  • 30m
Note: From May 26th to Sept 20th, we go to Sunshine Meadows instead. a peaceful, photogenic lake just north of Banff townsite, split into Two Jack Lake and Two Jack Main (the larger bay). Easy walking, paddleboarding, and picnic spots with classic views of Mount Rundle and Cascade Mountain. Calm mornings deliver mirror-like reflections ideal for photos; afternoons can pick up a breeze.

Day 2: See All the Lakes: Moraine, Louise, Emerald, Peyto & Vermilion — Bring Sunglasses, Not a Lifejacket

  • 9 stops
  • Meals: Not included
  • Accommodation: Not included

Castle Mountain

  • 10m
Castle Mountain is a mountain located within Banff National Park in the Canadian Rockies, approximately halfway between Banff and Lake Louise. The mountain was named in 1858 by James Hector for its castle-like appearance

Moraine Lake

  • 1h 20m
  • Admission ticket included
Moraine Lake is a world-famous glacially-fed lake nestled in the heart of Banff National Park, Alberta, Canada. Surrounded by the towering peaks of the Valley of the Ten Peaks

Lake Louise

  • 1h
Lake Louise is a glacial lake within Banff National Park in Alberta, Canada. It is named after the Princess Louise Caroline Alberta, the fourth daughter of Queen Victoria and the wife of the Marquess of Lorne, who was the Governor General of Canada from 1878 to 1883. The turquoise colour of the water comes from rock flour carried into the lake by melt-water from the glaciers that overlook the lake. The lake has a surface of 0.8 km² and is drained through the 3 km long Louise Creek into the Bow River.

Lake Louise Visitor Information Centre

  • 45m
The village of Lake Louise is the highest mini town with an elevation of 1,661 m. Take some free time here to have your lunch, browse the stores and the visitor centre surrounding the mini square. Regain some energy for the next 3 lakes of the tour.

Crowfoot Glacier

  • 10m
Early explorers named the glacier Crowfoot because its three sections of ice looked like a crow’s foot on the mountain. While one of the three “toes” has now receded and disappeared, the glacier is no less spectacular. The Crowfoot Glacier sits above Bow Lake, providing stunning photo opportunities for those travelling the Icefields Parkway. The spectacular Crowfoot Glacier can be viewed from a lookout point on the world-famous Icefields Parkway about 34 km (21 mi) north of Lake Louise. Attached to the northeastern side of Crowfoot Mountain, overlooking Bow Lake, the glacier's runoff feeds into the Bow River, which flows from Banff National Park through the City of Calgary to the Alberta prairies.

Bow Lake

  • 30m
Bow Lake is one of the many lakes that line the Icefields Parkway and a popular stop for visitors to Banff National Park in Alberta, Canada. It’s no secret that the Canadian Rockies are not short of spectacular vistas and lakes. Bow Lake is one of our top recommendations for a stop to stretch the legs on the Icefields Parkway. A short walk along the lakeshore trail is a family-friendly hike, or you can enjoy longer hikes around Bow Lake for a more complete day. Whatever you decide to do, make sure you don’t miss Bow Lake.

Peyto Lake

  • 45m
Peyto Lake is a glacier-fed lake in Banff National Park in the Canadian Rockies. The lake itself is near the Icefields Parkway. It was named for Bill Peyto, an early trail guide and trapper in the Banff area. The lake is formed in a valley of the Waputik Range, between Caldron Peak, Peyto Peak and Mount Jimmy Simpson, at an elevation of 1,860 m (6,100 ft). During the summer, significant amounts of glacial rock flour flow into the lake from a nearby glacier, and these suspended rock particles are what give the lake a unique bright, turquoise colour. Because of its bright colour, photos of the lake often appear in illustrated books,and the area around the lake is a popular sightseeing spot. The lake is best seen from Bow Summit, the highest point on the Icefields Parkway. The lake is fed by Peyto Creek, which drains water from Caldron Lake and Peyto Glacier (part of the Wapta Icefield). Peyto Lake is the origin of the Mistaya River, which heads northwest from the lake's outflow.

Emerald Lake

  • 1h
Emerald Lake is a freshwater lake located in Yoho National Park, British Columbia, Canada. Emerald Lake is enclosed by mountains of the President Range.

Natural Bridge

  • 20m
Natural Bridge is an impressive natural rock formation that spans the flow of the Kicking Horse River west of Field, where the slower-moving waters from the Field valley flats begin their descent through a canyon to be joined by the Amiskwi River. Sculpted by the erosive forces of rushing water over what had once been a waterfall, the Natural Bridge is a powerful reminder of how much influence water has in shaping the landscape. Softer rock found below the Natural Bridge's hard limestone band eroded more quickly, and fissures in the rock widened until the flow of water was diverted below the outcrop.

Location

Activity location

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    Sunshine Meadows
    • 1 Sunshine access Rd, Trailhead at Sunshine Village
    • T1L 1J5, Banff, Canada

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Mount Royal Hotel
    • 138 Banff Avenue
    • T1L 1J3, Banff, Alberta, Canada
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    2801 Bow Valley Trl
    • 2801 Bow Valley Trail
    • T1W 3A2, Canmore, Alberta, Canada
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    Holiday Inn Express & Suites Calgary NW - University Area by IHG
    • 2373 Banff Trail Northwest
    • T2M 4L2, Calgary, Alberta, Canada

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