Banff Sightseeing Tours
For the best 360 degree panoramic vista of spectacular Banff National Park, book a sightseeing tour on the Banff Gondola through our Banff Central Reservations agents. The 8-minute ride takes you to three outdoor observation terraces where you can relax and enjoy the scenery, or refuel in the restaurant while drinking in the views. For a greater adventure, you might choose to hike the nearby trails, including the self-guided tour to Sanson's Peak. Watch out for local wildlife, such as bighorn sheep, marmots, and exotic birds.
| Banff Gondola Operating Hours | ||
| January 1 to January 29 | Daily | 10:00 am to 4:00 pm |
| January 30 to April 1 | Daily | 10:00 am to 5:00 pm |
| April 2 to May 28 | Daily | 8:30 am to 6:00 pm |
| May 29 to August 22 | Daily | 8:30 am to 9:00 pm |
| August 23 to September 6 | Daily | 8:30 am to 6:30 pm |
| September 7 to October 10 | Daily | 8:30 am to 6:30 pm |
| October 11 to November 28 | Daily | 8:30 am to 4:30 pm |
| November 29 to December 31 | Daily | 10:00 am to 4:00 pm |
| Banff Gondola Sightseeing Rates | |
| Adult | $26.00 |
| Child (6-15 yrs) | $13.00 |
| Child under 6 yrs | FREE |
Discover Banff & It's Wildlife
Tour Highlights include: Bow Falls, Banff Springs Hotel, Surprise Corner, Hoodoos & Bow Valley Viewpoint, Lake Minnewanka, Cave & Basin National Historic Park (entry included)
| Departs | Duration | Adult | Child (6-12) | Child (5 and under) |
| 9:00am | 3 hrs | $52 | $30 | Free |
Tour includes:
- Hotel pickup and drop off
Discover Lake Louise and Moraine Lake
Tour Highlights: Visit the "Jewel of the Canadian Rockies", Lake Louise, Moraine Lake, and the viewpoint in the Valley of Ten Peaks.
Note: The Moraine Lake portion of the tour is not available during the winter season.
| Departs | Duration | Adult | Child (6-12) | Child (5 and under) |
| 1:30pm | 4 hrs | $62 | $35 | Free |
Tour includes:
- Hotel pickup and drop off
The Glacier Trail
Guided tour of the Icefields Parksway. Tour Highlights: Crow Foot Glacier, Bow Lake/NumTi Jah Lodge, Peyto Lake, Mistaya Canyon, Athabasca Glacier, Lake Louise (and a hearty packed lunch!)
| Departs | Duration | Adult | Child (6-15) | Child (5 and under) |
| 8:30am | 9 hrs | $154 | $79 | Free |
*Departs from Lake Louise Samson Mall at 9:20am
The Glacier Trail tour is offered April 21 - October 14, 2011.
