Hoodoos, Emerald Lake, Lake Louise, Moraine Lake, Marble Canyon

5.0 (4 reviews) 9–12 hours Free cancellation

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Emerald Lake — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

Discover the uniquely striking scenery of the Canadian Rockies, be prepared for the close sensing of the stunning lake color. Departing early in the morning from Calgary/Canmore/Banff, you can relax in the air conditioned vehicle, and leave the driving and the tour guiding to your driver and guide.

Our knowledgeable and friendly bilingual guides will be sure to take you to the most iconic attractions in Lake Louise and Emerald Lake giving you a truly authentic and immersive experience.

In low season, there might be a chance to get a private tour if you are the only group on the tour.

Last minute booking available. Full Refund Available up to 24 Hours Before Tour.

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At a glance

Duration: 9–12 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 24 people
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: English
Operated by: Banff2Go

Ages: Infants (0–3 years) · Children (4–11 years) · Adults (12–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: GST (Goods and Services Tax)
Included: Admission fees: national park entrance fee
Included: In-vehicle air conditioning: Air-conditioned vehicle
Included: bottle water

Not included

Not included: Meals are not included
Not included: Gratuities: we suggest 10% of your booking

Itinerary

Marble Canyon

one hour

Note: available from Oct. 13th to May 31st when Moraine Lake is closed.

Marble Canyon Trailhead replaces Moraine Lake in winter time when Moraine Lake is closed. It features a breathtaking, narrow limestone gorge carved out by Tokumm Creek, showcasing vibrant, icy turquoise glacial waters, waterfalls, and dramatic 40-metre drops
Stop 2

Passing by

Castle Mountain is a mountain located within Banff National Park in the Canadian Rockies, approximately halfway between Banff and Lake Louise. The mountain was named in 1858 by James Hector for its castle-like appearance
Lake Louise

one hour

Lake Louise is a glacial lake within Banff National Park in Alberta, Canada. It is named after the Princess Louise Caroline Alberta, the fourth daughter of Queen Victoria and the wife of the Marquess of Lorne, who was the Governor General of Canada from 1878 to 1883. The turquoise colour of the water comes from rock flour carried into the lake by melt-water from the glaciers that overlook the lake. The lake has a surface of 0.8 km² and is drained through the 3 km long Louise Creek into the Bow River.
Moraine Lake

1 h 20 min Admission included

(Open from June 1 to Oct 14 only, we go to Marble canyon instead when out of that period)

The waters of Moraine Lake seem like they have been poured straight from the heavens into the Valley of the Ten Peaks. The towering mountains encircle the deep blue surface of the lake in a formation so extraordinary, only Mother Nature could shape it. Piles of boulders have been seemingly dropped by the hands of giants, forming miniature mountains near the lakeshore. Let yourself be drawn to the trails that wind amongst the rocks and travel beyond to alpine meadows and sparkling lakes.
Lake Louise Visitor Information Centre

45 min

The village of Lake Louise is the highest mini town with an elevation of 1,661 m. Take some free time here to have your lunch, browse the stores and the visitor center surrounding the mini square. Regain some energy for the rest of the tour.
Lower Spiral Tunnels Viewpoint

15 min

A brutal avalanche in 1899 that destroyed the station at Rogers Pass. One by one, the frugal proposals were eliminated and CP Rail's chief engineer signed off on a much more ambitious project that would solve the problem once and for all.
Natural Bridge

20 min

Natural Bridge is an impressive natural rock formation that spans the flow of the Kicking Horse River west of Field, where the slower-moving waters from the Field valley flats begin their descent through a canyon to be joined by the Amiskwi River.

Sculpted by the erosive forces of rushing water over what had once been a waterfall, the Natural Bridge is a powerful reminder of how much influence water has in shaping the landscape. Softer rock found below the Natural Bridge's hard limestone band eroded more quickly, and fissures in the rock widened until the flow of water was diverted below the outcrop.
Emerald Lake

one hour

Emerald Lake is a freshwater lake located in Yoho National Park, British Columbia, Canada. Emerald Lake is enclosed by mountains of the President Range.

The vivid green color of the Emerald Lake water is caused by powdered rock from the glaciers, which reflects the blue-green spectrum of sunlight. The rock type and the amount of it in the water causes the color to vary from lake to lake and month to month, even

Take a short surrounding-lake walk with us to sense the quiet beauty of the color enriched lake that you would never forget in the rest of your life.
Hoodoos Trail

30 min

A “hoodoo” is a North American term for a unique rock formation. Soft rock is coated by harder earth that resists more erosion from the weather. This protective coating is essential for creating what is known as hoodoos.

With the Bow River in the background and towering mountains surrounding you. It’s a majestic viewpoint that gives stunning views overlooking these natural peaks.
Surprise Corner

20 min

Named for its spectacular, surprising views when viewed from Buffalo Street, Surprise Corner is an excellent place for photos and to connect to the local trail system.

Meeting point and pickup

You can be picked up from your accommodation or go straight to the meeting point.

Meeting point

please wait in the hotel lobby, or in front of the main entrance of the hotel.
Please wait in the parking area
Please wait at the hotel lobby and our tour guide will come in and greet you.
Please wait at the hotel lobby and our tour guide will come in and greet you.

End point

please wait in the hotel lobby, or in front of the main entrance of the hotel.
Please wait in the parking area
Please wait at the hotel lobby and our tour guide will come in and greet you.
Please wait at the hotel lobby and our tour guide will come in and greet you.

Pickup points

Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Calgary Downtown
Mount Royal Hotel
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Calgary NW - University Area by IHG

Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Calgary Downtown, 708 8 Ave SW, Calgary, Alberta

Pickup Time: 7:15am

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Calgary NW - University Area, an IHG Hotel 2373 Banff Trail NW, Calgary, AB T2M 4L2, Canada

Departure Time 07:30AM. Please wait at the hotel lobby and our tour guide will come in and greet you.

Canmore departure time: 8:30am

Mount Royal Hotel, 138 Banff Avenue, Banff, Alberta, Canada

Departure Time 09:00AM. Please wait at the hotel lobby and our tour guide will come in and greet you.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.