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Guided Tour to Lake Louise, Moraine Lake, or Emerald Lake

By Discover Banff Tours

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Free cancellation available

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Features

Free cancellation available
7h
Mobile voucher
Instant confirmation
Selective hotel pickup

Overview

Guided tour to Lake Louise (UNESCO World Heritage Site)
See spectacular Moraine Lake (June-mid Oct only)
Visit Yoho National Park and Emerald Lake (winter only)
Knowledgeable guides with local insight and stories
Light refreshments (cookies, water or hot chocolate)

Activity location

Lake Louise & Moraine Lake in Summer & Emerald Lake in Winter
- Improvement District No. 9
- Lake Louise, Alberta, Canada

Meeting/Redemption Point

Default Hotel Pickup - Public Bus Parking Lot (Behind Mount Royal Hotel)
- 135 Beaver Street
- T1L 1A1, Banff, Alberta, Canada

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

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Winter Lake Louise and Yoho Tour

7h
English
Food and drinks

Embark on a winter adventure from Banff to Lake Louise and Yoho National Park, exploring iconic landmarks and hidden gems with expert guides. Enjoy scenic drives, photo opportunities, and short walks while learning about the Rockies' history and wildlife. Experience the beauty of Lake Louise and Emerald Lake, and savour a gourmet lunch followed by s’mores by the campfire. A perfect blend of exploration and relaxation in a winter wonderland.

Select preffered pick-up location at the time of checkout:

Banff Rocky Mountain Resort. 8:25 AM

Canalta Lodge (Canoe Inn & Suites, Moxie (previously Voyager), & Rundlestone) 8:30 AM

Banff Caribou Lodge (Charltons & Banff Inn) 8:31 AM

Fox Hotel & Suites (Best Western, Banff International Hostel, Royal Canadian Lodge) 8:32 AM

Red Carpet Inn (Aspen, High Country Inn, Irwin, Samesun)8:33 AM

Douglas Fir Resort (Hidden Ridge, Buffalo Mountain Lodge, Campsites, Tunnel Mountain Chalet) 8:36 AM

Banff Ptarmigan Inn (Moose, Elk + Ave) 8:40 AM

Public Bus Parking - Behind Mount Royal Hotel in Banff (Mt Royal, Brewsters Mountain Inn, YWCA, Banff Centre PDC) 8:42 AM

Rimrock Resort 8:50 AM

Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel - Coach Entrance 8:55 AM

Banff Train Station9:00 AM

Scout-Guide Hall/Peaks Hotel (Opposite Banff Park Lodge) 9:00 AM

Juniper Hotel9:05 AM

Travellers

Language options: English

Starting time: 9:00 A.M.

Price details

CA $248.06 x 1 AdultCA $248.06

Total

Until Tue, Feb 10

What's included, what's not

Free time at Lake Louise shore
Stop at Moraine Lake (only from June to mid Oct)
Emerald Lake and Yoho National Park only on full day winter tour
Refreshments and a light snack (all seasons)
Gourmet lunch and typical Canadian snack at Emerald Lodge (at winter only)
Hotel pick up and drop off (Banff, Lake Louise) - choose from the list below
Service charge (optional)

Know before you book

Children 2 and younger are complimentary - Tickets must be selected for infants.
You must be able to climb and descend stairs and walk on unpaved or uneven terrain. This activity is not wheelchair accessible.
Tour always stops and offer free time at Lake Louise (45-60 min)
No access to Moraine Lake outside of the summer season (June to mid Oct)
Where seasonal road closures limit access to Moraine Lake, the tour will instead spend 1 hour at Lake Louise.
Default pickup location - Unless requested otherwise

What you can expect

Journey into the heart of the Canadian Rockies and stand where emerald waters, dramatic peaks, and glacier reflections tell the storey of Banff National Park’s most beloved landscapes. This small-group guided adventure showcases the world-famous Lake Louise and its surrounding scenic treasures, with comfortable hotel pickup and friendly, expert local commentary.

Along the way, you’ll travel through classic mountain panoramas, pause for photo stops, and enjoy relaxed shoreline walks that bring you up close to the area’s breathtaking beauty. Whether you’re gazing at pristine turquoise waters, snowy alpine silhouettes, or fiery autumn hues, this tour is designed to reveal the essence of Lake Louise’s magic in every season.

Seasonal Highlights

Spring & Autumn:
Visit Lake Louise during the quieter months while enjoying a scenic drive along the Bow Valley Parkway. During this season, you’ll have approximately 1 hour of free time at Lake Louise, allowing plenty of time to walk along the shoreline or take in the stunning views of the iconic Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise.

Summer:
Double the lakes, double the wonder — enjoy stops at both Lake Louise and the iconic turquoise MoraineLakefor expansive vistas and vibrant alpine colours. The Moraine Lake road is open from approximately June 1 to mid-October, with closing dates dependant on weather conditions.

Winter:
A snowy fairytale awaits on this full-day tour to Lake Louise and Yoho National Park. This seasonal experience includes a gourmet lunch at Emerald Lake Lodge and a classic Canadian treat by the fire. Highlights include scenic drives along the Bow Valley Parkway, visits to Lake Louise and Emerald Lake, and a stop at Natural Bridge (weather permitting).

Location

Activity location

Lake Louise & Moraine Lake in Summer & Emerald Lake in Winter
- Improvement District No. 9
- Lake Louise, Alberta, Canada

Meeting/Redemption Point

Default Hotel Pickup - Public Bus Parking Lot (Behind Mount Royal Hotel)
- 135 Beaver Street
- T1L 1A1, Banff, Alberta, Canada
Banff Caribou Lodge at 7:31AM/8:31AM/12:31 PM is serving as well Charltons & Banff Inn
- 512 Banff Avenue
- T1L 1B6, Banff, Alberta, Canada
Pick up Canalta Lodge (7:30 AM/8:30AM/12:30 PM) is serving as well (Canoe Inn & Suites, Moxie (previously Voyager), & Rundlestone)
- 545 Banff Avenue
- T1L 1B5, Banff, Alberta, Canada
Pick-up Banff Rocky Mountain Resort (7:25, 8:25, 12:25)
- 1029 Banff Avenue
- T1L 1H8, Banff, Alberta, Canada
Pick-up at Fox Hotel & Suites (7:32 AM/8:32/12:32) serving as well Best Western, Banff International Hostel, Royal Canadian Lodge
- 461 Banff Avenue
- T1L 1H8, Banff, Alberta, Canada
Pick up at Red Carpet Inn 7:33 AM/8:33 AM/12:33 PM serving as well Aspen, High Country Inn, Irwin, Samesun
- 425 Banff Avenue
- T1L 1B6, Banff, Alberta, Canada
Pick up at Douglas Fir at 7:36 AM/8:36 AM/12:36 PM ( serving as well Hidden Ridge, Buffalo Mountain Lodge, Campgrouns, Tunnel Mountain Chalet)
- 525 Tunnel Mountain Road
- T1L 1B2, Banff, Alberta, Canada
Pick-up at Banff Ptarmigan Inn 7:40 AM/8:40 AM/12:40 PM ( serving as well Moose, Elk + Ave)
- 337 Banff Avenue
- T1L 1H8, Banff, Alberta, Canada
Pick up at 1-Scout-Guide Hall/Peaks hotel 7:41 AM/9:00 AM/12:41 PM (opposite Banff Park Lodge)
- 230 Lynx Street
- T1L 1A4, Banff, Alberta, Canada
Pick up at Public Bus Parking - Behind Mount Royal Hotel in Banff at 7:42 AM/8:42 AM/12:42 PM
- 138 Banff Avenue
- T1L 1C8, Banff, Alberta, Canada
Pick up at Rimrock Resort 7:50 AM/8:50 AM/12:50 PM
- 300 Mountain Avenue
- T1L 1J4, Banff, Alberta, Canada
Pick up at Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel (Motorcoach Entrance) at 7:55 AM/8:55 AM/12:55 PM
- 405 Spray Avenue
- T0L, Banff, Alberta, Canada
Pick up at Banff Train Station at 8:00 AM/9:00 AM/1:00 PM
- Railway Avenue
- T1L, Banff, Alberta, Canada
Juniper Hotel at 8:05 AM/9:05 AM/1:05 PM
- 1 Juniper Way
- T1L 1E1, Banff, Alberta, Canada