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

By Discover Banff Tours
9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Free cancellation available
Price is €96 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 4h 12m
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation

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

  • 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

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Lake Louise & Moraine Lake Tour

  • Activity duration is 4 hours and 12 minutes4h 12m
    4h 12m
  • English

Discover the magic of Moraine Lake and Lake Louise on a small-group tour with a passionate local guide. Enjoy guaranteed access, stories beyond the views, and a stress-free way to see Banff’s bucket-list lakes.

Language options: English
Starting time: 13:00
Price details
€95.53 x 1 Adult€95.53
Total
Price is €95.53

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Free time at Lake Louise shore
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Stop at Moraine Lake (only from June to mid Oct)
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Emerald Lake and Yoho National Park only on full day winter tour
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Refreshments and a light snack (all seasons)
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Gourmet lunch and typical Canadian snack at Emerald Lodge (at winter only)
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Hotel pick up and drop off - Please contact 403-760-5007 to request
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    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 (Public Bus Parking Lot Behind Mount Royal Hotel) - Unless requested otherwise
  • In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.

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

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

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    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