Calgary Canadian Rockies Banff Day Trip

Spend the day exploring the incredible scenery of the Canadian Rockies during this day trip from Calgary to the mountain town of Banff and its surrounding attractions. Canada’s first national park, one of the world’s premier destination spots. Whether you only have a short amount of time in Calgary, or are looking for a no-hassle way to experience the celebrated natural beauty of Alberta, this day trip is a great choice.

Not included:

• Child Seats
• Banff Gondola Ride Tickets $50 Per person

What to expect:

Duration: 10 hours

Banff Gondola Upper Terminal

Improvement District No. 9, AB T1L 1G1, Canada

Banff Gondola Ride (own expense) gliding above the nearby peaks near town. Once you reach the top, enjoy the 360-degree observation deck for more panoramas of the stunning collection of peaks nearby.

2 hours • Admission Ticket Not Included

Bow Falls

, , Banff

A gushing waterfall near town which offers great photo opportunities

20 minutes

Surprise Corner

Buffalo St, , Banff, T1L 1A1

Great Spot where most of the famous pictures have been taken of the historic Fairmont Banff Spring Hotels

15 minutes

Banff

Banff

The Biggest town of National towns, many shops and restaurants wait for your discovery. In the town of Banff, seek out lunch (own expense) in one of the many restaurants and stroll the streets lined with shops, galleries, and museums.

2 hours

Lake Minnewanka

Improvement District No.9, Distance from Banff:10 km and distance from Lake Louise:66 km, Banff

Lake Minnewanka is a glacial lake located in the eastern area of Banff National Park in Canada, about five kilometres northeast of the Banff townsite. The lake is 21 km long and 142 m deep, making it the 2nd longest lake in the mountain parks of the Canadian Rockies

20 minutes

Two Jack Lake

Lake Minnewanka Loop Road, Banff

Two Jack Lakeside is on the Lake Minnewanka loop road, 12 km from the town of Banff.

15 minutes