Moraine Lake Banff Town Lake Louise Johnston Canyon
Traveler rating
4.0/5
Based on 6 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Moraine Lake Banff Town Lake Louise Johnston Canyon worth booking?
Moraine Lake Banff Town Lake Louise Johnston Canyon is a 8-hour experience in Banff, Canada, from $65 per person. It scores 59 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 4/5 rating across 6 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 59 / 100
- Rating
- 4/5 (6)
- Duration
- 8 hours
- From
- $65 per person
Discover the best of Banff National Park on this scenic small-group tour featuring four iconic stops: Moraine Lake, Lake Louise, Johnston Canyon, and Banff Town. The stunning Johnston Canyon, where catwalks and canyon walls lead you to powerful waterfalls tucked within the forest. Visit the world-famous Lake Louise, known for its emerald waters and Victoria Glacier backdrop. Moraine Lake—an alpine jewel surrounded by ten towering peaks and a must-see for nature lovers and photographers. Your journey ends with a stop in charming Banff Town, where you can stroll the streets, browse local shops, or grab a coffee with a mountain view. With round-trip transportation from Calgary, Banff or Canmore, this tour is a hassle-free way to explore some of the most breathtaking sights in the Canadian Rockies.
What you get
About this experience
Discover the best of Banff National Park on this scenic small-group tour featuring four iconic stops: Moraine Lake, Lake Louise, Johnston Canyon, and Banff Town. The stunning Johnston Canyon, where catwalks and canyon walls lead you to powerful waterfalls tucked within the forest. Visit the world-famous Lake Louise, known for its emerald waters and Victoria Glacier backdrop. Moraine Lake—an alpine jewel surrounded by ten towering peaks and a must-see for nature lovers and photographers. Your journey ends with a stop in charming Banff Town, where you can stroll the streets, browse local shops, or grab a coffee with a mountain view. With round-trip transportation from Calgary, Banff or Canmore, this tour is a hassle-free way to explore some of the most breathtaking sights in the Canadian Rockies.
What's included
Included
- GST (Goods and Services Tax)
- Designated pickup and dropoff location (Calgary, Canmore and Banff)
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Professional tour guide
- Crampons (in winter)
Not included
- Gratuities
- All meals
- All personal expenses including activities and travel insurance
What you'll see and do
Cascade Mountain is a mountain located in the Bow River Valley of Banff National Park, adjacent to the town of Banff. Cascade is the highest mountain adjacent to the townsite.
Pass by without stopping
Moraine Lake
Only visit from 2025/6/1 to 2025/10/13
60 minutes here · Admission included
Castle Mountain is a mountain located within Banff National Park in the Canadian Rockies, approximately halfway between Banff and Lake Louise. It is the easternmost mountain of the Main Ranges in the Bow Valley and sits astride the Castle Mountain Fault which has thrust older sedimentary and metamorphic rocks forming the upper part of the mountain over the younger rocks forming its base.
Pass by without stopping
Vermilion Lakes
Activities on and around the lakes include canoeing, kayaking, stand up paddle boarding, wildlife watching, bird watching, and hiking. The shorelines along Vermilion Lakes Drive are popular locations for sunrise and sunset photography.
Pass by without stopping
Lake Louise
Lake Louise, often regarded as one of the most beautiful lakes in Canada, is nestled in the heart of Banff National Park, surrounded by majestic mountains and glaciers. The lake’s mesmerizing emerald color is a result of tiny mineral particles from the nearby glaciers that dissolve into the water, creating a stunning reflection. The area around the lake features the famous Lakeshore Trail, where visitors can stroll and enjoy the breathtaking natural scenery. In summer, you can even rent a canoe and paddle across the lake, immersing yourself in the cool, refreshing water. During winter, Lake Louise transforms into a winter wonderland, with ice sculptures and an outdoor ice rink adding to its charm. It's also a popular destination for skiing and snowshoeing.
60 minutes here
Johnston Canyon
Johnston Canyon is a beautiful and popular hiking destination located in Banff National Park. Known for its stunning waterfalls, the canyon features a series of pathways and bridges that lead visitors through narrow rock walls and past both lower and upper waterfalls. The hike is relatively easy and offers breathtaking views of the crystal-clear waters, making it a must-see for nature lovers. In winter, the canyon transforms into a magical icy wonderland with frozen waterfalls, attracting visitors for ice walks and photography.
60 minutes here
Banff
Duration in Banff town Winter itinerary: 2 hrs Summer itinerary: 45mins
45 minutes here
Surprise Corner
Itinerary only visit during the closed period of Moraine Lake (October 14, 2025 - May 31, 2026), not in summer itinerary
15 minutes here
Bow Falls
Itinerary only visit during the closed period of Moraine Lake (October 14, 2025 - May 31, 2026), not in summer itinerary
15 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 15 minutes before departure.
Options you can book
Canmore
Canmore pickup from: Canmore Visitor Information Centre (2801 Bow Valley Trail, Canmore) Winter Itinerary: Lake Louise 1 hr, Johnston Canyon 1hr, Banff Town 2hrs, Bow Falls 15mins, Surprise Corner 15mins Summer Itinerary: Lake Louise 1hr, Moriane Lake(2025/6/1-2025/10/13) 1hr, Louise Village 1hr, Johnston Canyon 1hr, Banff Town 45mins Pickup included
Banff
Banff poickup form: Banff Caribou Lodge Winter Itinerary: Lake Louise 1 hr, Johnston Canyon 1hr, Banff Town 2hrs, Bow Falls 15mins, Surprise Corner 15mins Summer Itinerary: Lake Louise 1hr, Moriane Lake(2025/6/1-2025/10/13) 1hr, Louise Village 1hr, Johnston Canyon 1hr, Banff Town 45mins Pickup included
Calgary
Calgary pickup from: Calgary Downtown Delta Hotel by Marriott Winter Itinerary: Lake Louise 1 hr, Johnston Canyon 1hr, Banff Town 2hrs, Bow Falls 15mins, Surprise Corner 15mins Summer Itinerary: Lake Louise 1hr, Moriane Lake(2025/6/1-2025/10/13) 1hr, Louise Village 1hr, Johnston Canyon 1hr, Banff Town 45mins Pickup included
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- cmn, yue, en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 14 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Vancouver Journey
Know before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- All pick-up times and locations are fixed. Please carefully review the pick-up detail and choose the location that best suits you. If you have any special requests, please don't hesitate to contact us directly.
- If the minimum number of participants is not met, we reserves the right to cancel your booking or change the tour date. We will contact you prior to the departure to inform you of any changes.Total tour duration includes travel time.
- We will send a tour reminder the day before your tour. Please be sure to check your email or messages carefully, as important updates regarding your pickup time or itinerary may be included.
- Due to the unpredictable road conditions and weather, the itinerary may be subject to adjustments. We will inform you of any changes to the itinerary the day before the tour.
- This is a group tour, and you will be traveling with other participants.
- If you need to bring luggage/wheelchair/stroller on board, please inform us in advance. A service fee will be charged as the guide needs to arrange vehicle space accordingly.
- We offer infant seats upon request. Please let us know in advance, as there will be an installation and cleaning fee. To avoid additional costs, we recommend bringing your own infant seat.
- Total tour duration includes travel time
- Winter Itinerary (When Moraine Lake closed) : Lake Lousie-Johnston Canyon-Banff Town-Bow Falls-Surprise Corner
- Summer Itinerary : Lake Lousie-Moraine Lake-Johnston Canyon-Banff Town
Photos
What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 6 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
5 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Photo opportunities
3 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Traveler reviews
6 verified traveler reviews for Moraine Lake Banff Town Lake Louise Johnston Canyon. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Amazing!
We only had one day to squeeze in Banff and this was a perfect way to see the highlights. Stunning and well paced tour and our guide was great.
via Viator
Our tour guide is...
Our tour guide is excellent. The timing for each tour is enough to enjoy every tourist location we visited.
via Viator
Tour to Banff
It was a great trip and enjoyed it. The two negative things was I had to seat over the wheel and it was very uncomfortable and the driver needs to give more information about things. I would recommend this tour.
via Viator
Banff town, Lake Louise, Morraine lake, Johnston Canyon
We were at the meeting place as what we read from the website almost 30mins early. Then 10mins before the time, somebody called us and told us to meet them up somewhere, ask his name and told us his William the travel guide from Viator. He told us he will sent a text message for the new meeting place. Finally, got there only to be told that they will already been gone if we've been late for 2mins more. We told them, if they sent us an e-mail or text or call a day before about the change in the meeting place, we have been there much earlier. Still, we arrived in the new meeting place on the exact time. Another thing is when we are all inside the van, some of us notice how most of the windows are smudgy, even the ones pick up from the banff location reiterated how hard for them to see what the travel guide is telling, while complaining how they end up seating seperately eventhough they put to note they are a family. Even some of the passengers are noisy (even at the last leg of the tour) and loud to the point that the travel guide dude William told them to "keep quiet". All in all its still a good experience, kudos to William the travel guide for his patience and his knowledge about the places we go, he knows the route well and shared a lot of tips in taking photos. Maybe it will be nice if he had a buddy with him in his work, because, it really is a big work to hold and keep up a big tourist group. Still, we'd try to get this tour package again with William as our tour guide.
Response from the operator: Thank you very much for your detailed feedback and for sharing your experience. We sincerely apologize for the confusion with the meeting place and timing—we understand how important clear communication is and will work to improve this. We appreciate your kind words about William’s patience, knowledge, and guidance throughout the tour. Your suggestion about having an assistant with him is very helpful, and we’ll definitely consider it to enhance the experience for future guests. We’re glad overall you had a good time, and we look forward to welcoming you again with William for another memorable tour!
via Viator
Bad experience
Disorganized driver who's english was bad and had terrible driving skills. Cut a car off and nearly had an accident.
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 8 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $65 to $89
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 2
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Who runs this experience
Operated by Vancouver Journey, who run 5 experiences we rank across 1 city, with an average Outty Ranking of 55.9.
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Moraine Lake Banff Town Lake Louise Johnston Canyon: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Banff.
How much does Moraine Lake Banff Town Lake Louise Johnston Canyon cost?
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Prices start at $65 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Banff usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Moraine Lake Banff Town Lake Louise Johnston Canyon take?
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Plan for about 8 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Banff is not rushed.
Is Moraine Lake Banff Town Lake Louise Johnston Canyon worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 59 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (4/5 across 6 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Banff, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Moraine Lake Banff Town Lake Louise Johnston Canyon?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Moraine Lake Banff Town Lake Louise Johnston Canyon suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 8-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Moraine Lake Banff Town Lake Louise Johnston Canyon?
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Around 2 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Banff can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Banff and add a light layer if any part of the 8-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Moraine Lake Banff Town Lake Louise Johnston Canyon start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Banff within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Banff?
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On Outty we rank every Banff experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Hop-On and Hop-Off Banff Bus, Lake Louise, Moraine Lake and the Icefields Parkway Full-Day Tour, Lake Louise Emerald Lake Natural Bridge Half Day Tour. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Banff?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Banff?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
What is included in Moraine Lake Banff Town Lake Louise Johnston Canyon?
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Included: GST (Goods and Services Tax); Designated pickup and dropoff location (Calgary, Canmore and Banff); In-vehicle air conditioning; Professional tour guide; and Crampons (in winter). Not included: Gratuities; All meals; and All personal expenses including activities and travel insurance. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Does Moraine Lake Banff Town Lake Louise Johnston Canyon include hotel pickup?
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Yes, pickup is offered for every traveler from 4 listed pickup locations in and around Banff. Be ready about 15 minutes before the start time.
What languages is Moraine Lake Banff Town Lake Louise Johnston Canyon offered in?
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It is offered in Chinese, Cantonese and English. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Moraine Lake Banff Town Lake Louise Johnston Canyon?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
Is Moraine Lake Banff Town Lake Louise Johnston Canyon wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Specialized infant seats are available; If you need to bring luggage/wheelchair/stroller on board, please inform us in advance. A; and We offer infant seats upon request. Please let us know in advance, as there will be an ins. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to Moraine Lake Banff Town Lake Louise Johnston Canyon if the weather is bad?
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This experience depends on good weather. If it is canceled because of poor weather, you are offered a different date or a full refund.
What do travelers say about Moraine Lake Banff Town Lake Louise Johnston Canyon?
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Across 6 reviews averaging 4.0 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, photo opportunities. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
What booking options are available for Moraine Lake Banff Town Lake Louise Johnston Canyon?
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There are 3 options to choose from, including Canmore, Banff, Calgary. Prices and start times differ by option, so compare them on the booking screen.
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