Banff area and canyon walking tour from Calgary
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You'll discover Johnston Canyon and the highlights of Banff National Park on a full-day guided tour combining a scenic canyon walk, panoramic viewpoints, an optional gondola ride and free time in Banff Town.At Johnston Canyon, you'll follow catwalks, tunnels and bridges through a forested limestone gorge and admire its rushing waterfalls. Depending on the day's route, access and conditions, Marble Canyon may be visited instead. Continue to Bow Falls, where the Bow River rushes over a broad limestone ledge, and stop at Surprise Corner for a classic view of the Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel. You'll admire the distinctive rock pillars at the Hoodoos Viewpoint before enjoying approximately 90 minutes of free time to explore Banff Town's shops, galleries, cafés and restaurants.For wider mountain views, you can select the Banff Gondola upgrade when booking. You'll ascend Sulphur Mountain to 2,281 metres and enjoy a 360-degree panorama across six mountain ranges and the Bow Valley. If the gondola is unavailable, the stop will be replaced by Mount Norquay Viewpoint and Vermilion Lakes.
Highlights
- You'll walk through Johnston Canyon on catwalks suspended above a forested gorge, with views of rushing waterfalls
- There are stops at iconic viewpoints including Bow Falls, Surprise Corner and the distinctive Hoodoos rock pillars
- You can add the Banff Gondola experience to ascend Sulphur Mountain for panoramic views across six mountain ranges
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Facilities
Free cancellation
mobile
Available in English, Chinese
What's included
- Entrance fees
- Guided tour
- Transportation in air-conditioned vehicle
- Pick-up and drop-off from designated areas
- Multilingual guide
Not included
- Drinks
- Food
- Tips
- Personal expenses
Where you'll meet
Please be ready at the meeting point at least 10 minutes before the tour starts. If you miss the bus, please meet your guide at the next pick-up location.
Operated by
Calgary Tours
Important information
Accessibility:
* Not suitable for those with reduced mobility
Know in advance:
* With the "Premium" option, you get access to the Banff Gondola ride
* Sightseeing points and stop times are subject to weather conditions. If any of the stops are closed, they will be replaced by other points
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