Banff National Park Scenic Day Tour

Discover the best of Banff in one unforgettable day—from panoramic views atop the Banff Gondola to exploring dramatic canyons and dining at the iconic Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel.

Meeting Point

Elk + Avenue Hotel

333 Banff Ave, Banff, AB T1L 1B1, Canada

Outside of hotel

Delta Hotels Calgary Downtown

209 4 Ave SE, Calgary, AB T2G 0C6, Canada

Bus station in front of Harry Hays Building (across the street from the Delta Calgary Downtown hotel), on 4th Ave SE, Calgary

What's included:

• National Park Pass
• Air-conditioned vehicle
• Driver and Guide: English & Chinese

Not included:

• Meals & All Personal Expenses such as laundry, phone & travel insurance.
• Optional activities(Banff Gondola) with additional fees mentioned in the itinerary.
• Any additional expenses due to force majeure factors.
• Tips are greatly appreciated

What to expect:

Duration: between 8 hours and 9 hours

Banff National Park

Your adventure begins as our professional guide warmly welcomes you at the Elk + Avenue Hotel in the heart of Banff. With a friendly smile and a wealth of local knowledge, they’ll ensure you feel at ease from the very start. （Boarding in Calgary: approx. 1.5 hours to Banff）

15 minutes

Sulphur Mountain

Sulphur Mountain is a prominent peak in Banff National Park, Alberta, rising to 2,451 meters. It overlooks the town of Banff and is renowned for its panoramic views, accessible hiking trails, and the Banff Gondola. The mountain was named in 1916 due to the sulphureous hot springs found on its lower slopes .

1 hour, 30 minutes

Banff Gondola

Mountain Avenue, Banff, T1L 1B2

Enjoy a ride to the Sulphur Mountain Summit on Banff Gondola (additional fee) , The Banff Gondola offers an 8-minute ride to the summit, ascending 698 meters (2,292 feet). At the top, visitors can explore observation decks.

1 hour, 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Hoodoos Trail

Buffalo Street, Surprise Corner Viewpoint parking lot, Banff, T0L

you can see Banff Hoodoos, "Devil's Rock." Following Bow Falls, It is almost like you are enchanted with time when the river roars in summer. After taking a peek at the Surprise Corner, the spectacular viewpoint for the famous Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel.

15 minutes

Bow Falls

, , Banff

you can see Banff Hoodoos, "Devil's Rock." Following Bow Falls, It is almost like you are enchanted with time when the river roars in summer. After taking a peek at the Surprise Corner, the spectacular viewpoint for the famous Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel.

15 minutes

Surprise Corner

Buffalo St, , Banff, T1L 1A1

you can see Banff Hoodoos, "Devil's Rock." Following Bow Falls, It is almost like you are enchanted with time when the river roars in summer. After taking a peek at the Surprise Corner, the spectacular viewpoint for the famous Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel.

15 minutes

Fairmont Banff Springs

405 Spray Ave, Banff, AB T1L 1J4, Canada

We will visit and make a lunch stop at this Iconic Castle hotel - Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel.
Your choice to join a tour lunch (Optional meal for an addition fee), or order from the menu on your own.

1 hour, 30 minutes

Johnston Canyon

Bow Valley Pkwy, T1L 1K2

Final stop is to hike at Johnston Canyon, this popular hiking spot takes you to stunning waterfalls. The trail will take you through open meadows and glacial lakes.

1 hour

Banff Avenue

Banff

We’ll drop you off at the same meeting point. As the day’s adventure comes to an end, we bid farewell to the breathtaking landscapes of the Canadian Rockies. With your heart full of unforgettable memories and your camera filled with stunning snapshots, we’ll return to Banff, where your journey began. For guests continuing to Calgary, please note that the drive will take approximately another 1.5 hours.

15 minutes