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Lake Louise, Moraine Lake, Emerald & Peyto - 4 Lakes in Banff

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Banff, Canada

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Overview

Experience a full-day tour to witness the beauty of the Canadian Rockies in winter. Start your day with a pick-up from Calgary, Canmore, or Banff. Pass by Castle Mountain on your way to Lake Louise and Moraine Lake (visit Moraine Lake from Jun to Oct 13th, visit Bow Lake in winter). Visiting Emerald Lake in Yoho National Park, known for its unique green waters, and stop at the mesmerizing Natural Bridge. The Peyto Lake gets its stunning blue color from the glacial rock flour that flows into it from the surrounding Peyto Glacier.

•A small group allows your guide to give you more interaction and details to make your experience more comfortable
•Hassle-free pickup and drop-off services available from Calgary, Canmore, and Banff
•Witness the world-famous Lake Louise and Moraine Lake/Bow Lake
•See the stunning Emerald Lake, the breathtaking Natural Bridge, and the magnificent Peyto Lake

What's Included

  • Bottled water
  • GST (Goods and Services Tax)
  • Crampons
  • Meals
  • Personal expenses including activities and travel insurance
  • Gratuities for guide (CAD15 cash per person)
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Castle Mountain (pass by)

Castle Mountain is a mountain in the Canadian Rockies that is part of Banff National Park. It has a castle-like appearance due to erosive processes.
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Mount Rundle Viewpoint (pass by)

Mount Rundle and other mountains could be seen from this ideal location along Highway 1.
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Cascade Mountain (pass by)

Cascade Mountain is likely the most iconic mountain in Banff National Park. It is a mountain in the Bow River Valley National Park, near the town of Banff.
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Vermilion Lakes (pass by)

Vermilion Lakes is make up of three stunning lakes. It reflects the majestic Mount Rundle, which rises over the town of Banff.
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Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise (pass by)

The historic building overlooks the turquoise waters of Lake Louise which is surrounded by majestic nature.
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Lake Louise

a glacial lake within Banff National Park. The vivid turquoise waters of it have earned a worldwide reputation and the Victoria Glacier is the majestic mountain backdrop. Nevertheless, many are unaware that during winter, the lake exhibits breathtaking beauty, turning into a wonderland of ice and snow. You can enjoy ice skating on the lake.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

Moraine Lake

What makes this place additionally special is the fact that it can only be accessible for a brief time each year (only open from June to early October). Moraine Lake is the majesty of nature, this strikingly turquoise-blue Moraine lake sits in the Valley of the Ten Peaks. Only a short walk from the parking lot to the lake. This is one place you definitely cannot miss in Banff. * Visit Moraine Lake from Jun to Oct 13th, visit Bow Lake in winter
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

Lower Spiral Tunnels Viewpoint (pass by)

The lower spiral tunnels in Yoho National Park were the ingenious early 20th-century resolve to climb or descend the impossible 4.5-percent grade to cross Kicking Horse Pass by train. If you are lucky, you can watch long freight trains cross themselves as they travel the tunnels in different directions at the same time.
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Lake Louise Village Grill & Bar

Having lunch here for 1 hour
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Emerald Lake

Located in the center of Yoho National Park, Emerald Lake's vivid emerald color is derived from tiny glacial debris particles called rock flour. This lake is unique because of its gorgeous green water. It is impossible to describe the verdant surroundings and snow-capped Rockies as a backdrop. In winter, the lake was largely frozen in ice, and the landscape was blanketed in untouched snow.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Natural Bridge

Located eight kilometers south of Emerald Lake Lodge, Natural Bridge is an impressive natural rock formation that spans the flow of the Kicking Horse River west of Field. Visiting Natural Bridge in the winter is even more incredible. When the roaring waterfall freezes, ice spikes allow you to walk onto the frozen Kicking Horse River and see the Natural Bridge from below.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Peyto Lake

Peyto Lake is a glacier-fed lake in Banff National Park in the Canadian Rockies. This is one of the most popular lakes in the Banff National Park. The lake gets its stunning blue color from the glacial rock flour that flows into it from the surrounding Peyto Glacier. In winter, it will be frozen and covered in snow.
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Bow Lake

(Winter only )Bow Lake is one of the largest lakes in Banff National Park and it is a glacier-fed lake, that is incredibly gorgeous. Its turquoise coloring is due to glacial till (it’s the alternative to Moraine Lake from Oct 14th to end of May)
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Total tour duration includes travel time.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 24 travelers

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Lake Louise, Moraine Lake, Emerald & Peyto – 4 Lakes in Banff?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (MDT).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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  • Bottled water
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  • Crampons
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  • Hot drink (winter)
  • Multilingual guide
  • Meals
  • Personal expenses including activities and travel insurance
  • Gratuities for guide (CAD15 cash per person)

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