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Book NowThis magnificent full-day drive from Jasper to Banff or to Lake Louise takes you through Canada's two best alpine parks. Enjoy stunning sights of craggy mountain peaks, crystal clear mountain rivers and lakes on this small private trip.
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Book NowSip and sip your way through the "Castle in the Rockies" with a narrating guide. Enjoy quality tastes at a National Historic Site while learning about it's unique past. Discover Banff and Canada's culture via its cuisine and beverages.
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Book NowPaddle down the magnificent Bow River in Banff National Park on this nighttime, wildlife-watching large canoe cruise. You and your crew may paddle together and listen to your guide's explanations on the fauna and landscape while you row.
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Book NowAs you explore Banff's breathtaking vistas, monuments, and historical sites, don't forget to bring your camera. Experience the perfect introduction to the area and its animals as you watch out for elk, sheep, and deer in their natural environment.
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Book NowThis easy snowshoeing trek in the Canadian Rockies takes you through fresh, thick snow. The Paint Pots in Kootenay National Park are a cultural landmark and a great place to learn about the history of the area.
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Book NowExperience the exhilaration of trekking through fresh, thick snow in the Canadian Rockies. As you stroll through Marble Canyon's spectacular 40-meter-deep valley, you can hear the crunch of your snowshoes as you continue on to the surrounding trails of Kootenay National Park.
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Book NowDiscover the cold splendor of Grotto Canyon as you stroll on a frozen creek and explore strange rock formations, magnificent icefalls and indigenous wall art on this small-group trip. This off-the-beaten-path trip is a local favorite that many visitors miss.
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Book NowEnjoy an incredible helicopter journey across the stunning snowy Canadian Rockies. Take a helicopter ride over Abraham Lake's famed frozen bubbles, then stroll among them on a tour led by an expert guide.
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Book NowMaximize time on the river with a full-length rafting excursion. Experience bouncy and splashy waves, wonderfully gorgeous float portions, and large whitewater rapids. Round off the experience with a sumptuous packed lunch, delivered following the journey.
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Book NowThis beginning rafting trip takes you through gorgeous float sections and Class 1-3 whitewater rapids that are appropriate for a wide range of ability levels.
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Book NowLearn about the Yamnuska Wolfdog Sanctuary on this 30-minute introduction tour. Go behind a barrier and have a peek inside one of the wolfdog's enclosures.
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Book NowAn E-bike tour of Banff's downtown is a fun way to see the sights. Discover Bow Falls, Surprise Corner, Banff Springs Hotel, Banff Downtown, and Basin National Historic Site.
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Book NowDiscover everything the Banff National Park has to offer as you e-bike travel through the countryside and walk in Johnston Canyon accompanied a professional guide.
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Book NowJoin a local guide on a family-friendly and educational historical walking tour throughout Banff. During your way, learn about the local tales and historical sites as well as the Bow River environment.
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Book NowA knowledgeable guide will lead you on a walking trip through some of Banff's most stunning scenery and wildlife. Bears, bear spray and animal survival are among the topics you'll cover in this guide, as are the mountain environment and medicinal herbs found in the forest.
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Book NowA guided tour of Banff lets you take in all of the area's natural splendor. Enjoy the sunset and the night sky while you're there. With the lanterns and headlights that come with the kit, you'll be able to see more.
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Book NowTake a self-guided walking tour around Banff's historic downtown. Uncover the narrative behind sights like the Luxton Home Museum and Banff's Central Park with this smartphone audio guide.
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Book NowBanff's Johnston Canyon, with its ice-covered waterfalls and breathtaking views, is the perfect setting for an Icewalk. Embark on a half-day journey which takes you all the way to the famed upper falls, a shimmering tower of ice that rises 30 meters.
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Book NowVisit the most renowned places in Banff and Yoho National Parks in one day. See the highest peaks, the most famous lakes, and the most beautiful waterfalls in the world. Travel aboard a comfy bus, and have a great lunch at a mountain resort.
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Book NowThe rocky alpine topography of the Rockies presents a unique set of obstacles, but it also offers some of Canada's most breathtaking beauty. Enjoy round-trip transportation from Banff to far-flung locations including Lake Louise and the Icefield Parkway on this full-day sightseeing excursion. Stop at scenic places including Bow Falls and Moraine Lake, and experience personal attention from your guide on this small-group tour—limited to 15 people.
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Book NowEnjoy this full-day tour from Banff, viewing the Athabasca Glacier and the gorgeous landscape bordering the majestic Icefields Parkway. This journey travels halfway through the world-famous Icefields Parkway, acknowledged as one of the finest drives in the world passing various Rocky Mountain peaks, glaciers, waterfalls, and emerald lakes. A mountain picnic lunch, the Glacier Skywalk, and an all-terrain Ice Explorer trek are all included in your tour price.
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Book NowImmerse yourself in stunning Canadian Rockies scenery on this guided tour from Banff to Yoho National Park and beyond. Observe the stunning iridescence of Moraine Lake's water, learn about the area's human history, search for moose, bear, and elk, and take photographs of Lake Louise's renowned blue water.
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Book NowOn this 2-hour, small-group trip of Banff National Park's animals after dusk, nature lovers will get up up and personal with the park's spectacular species. Enjoy Banff’s gorgeous landscapes in the evening hunting for elk, deer, bears and more since each trip has a 95 percent success rate of spotting animals in their natural setting. Your knowledgeable guide will also tell you about the park's efforts to preserve wildlife and their natural environment.
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Book NowThis guided horseback ride through Banff National Park will take you through some of the park's most beautiful scenery. Get out of the automobile and onto the paths of the Bow River or the Spray River and appreciate the area’s stunning outdoor environment, mostly untouched from the days of the pioneers. This equine-themed trip includes a guide, use of a horse, and all essential equipment.
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Book NowThis guided excursion from Banff takes you to Lake Louise and Moraine Lake to see the sights. Banff National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is home to the turquoise lakes, which are well-known across the world. Gain insight into the area’s climbing history, appreciate vistas of the Valley of Ten Peaks and depart with lots of frame-worthy images. This small-group tour includes transportation back to your starting point. This seasonal trip, available from April to November, is not to be missed.
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Book NowThis guided tour from Banff takes you to Lake Louise and Moraine Lake to experience the highlights. Banff National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is home to the turquoise lakes, which are well-known around the world. Gain knowledge about climbing history, take in views of the Valley of Ten Peaks, and come away with a ton of photo opportunities. This small-group trip includes transportation back to your starting location. This is a must-do excursion that is offered from April through November.
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Book NowSee the finest that Banff National Park and the surrounding environment have to offer—including Victoria Glacier, gorgeous Moraine Lake and towering Takakkaw Falls—on this full-day guided bus trip. Over the course of the day, see some of the most awe-inspiring natural vistas of the Canadian Rockies, with opportunity to observe some of the area’s rich animals, plus enjoy lunch and round-trip transport from Banff.
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Book NowSaddle up for a ride down the Bow River in Banff and a Western style barbeque. Choose from riding on horseback or in a covered wagon across the gorgeous Rocky Mountain scenery. Before you "tuck in" (that's cowboy talk for "eat") a delicious BBQ supper, practice your roping or relax with a game of horseshoes at the dining location.
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Book NowFor animal and environment enthusiasts, this 10-hour tour through Banff and Yoho National Parks can help you find the elusive Canadian Grizzly Bear. Head out for a gondola trip up to 7,700 feet for a mountain-top lunch at Canada’s highest restaurant, and then take a chairlift ride up to the world’s biggest enclosed and protected grizzly bear habitat to meet Boo the resident bear rescued as a youngster. An expert guide, round-trip transportation, lunch, and other refreshments are all included in the price of this full-day excursion.
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Book NowYou'll get the opportunity to see Banff National Park in a way you've never seen it before on this tour. Check out our mountain vista stargazing spots to see the night sky in all of its glory! Don't forget to bring along a high-quality camera!
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Book NowThis is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to see Banff National Park in a whole new light. Take a look at the night sky from one of our mountain vista stargazing spots! Always have a high-quality camera with you.
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Book NowThis small-group sampling tour at the Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel features Banff's best restaurants. The Vermillion Room and 1888 Chop House, two of the complex's most popular dining destinations, offer "fork and knife" samples and beverage pairings. During your tour of the national historic site, you will learn about its history, art, and architecture from your guide.
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Book NowThe Rocky Mountain paths in Banff National Park are waiting for you. The only way to truly see the place is to ride a horse through it with a cowboy guide. To ensure the safety and enjoyment of your journey, there will be two guides at the helm and one in the back.
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Book NowThis small-group, full-day, guided tour of Banff in a minibus takes you the huge vistas, soaring mountains, and baby blue Lake Louise. Make a pit stop at Lake Minnewanka and keep a look out for elk and bighorn sheep as you drive through the Ice Field Parkway. Mount Norquay's overlook provides a stunning view of Banff, Alberta, and the surrounding mountain ranges.
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Book NowThis one-way trip from Banff to Jasper in western Alberta's wilds offers a full day of exploration. Banff and Jasper national parks await your exploration with a knowledgeable guide. Consider seeing Bow Lake, Crowfoot Glacier, Athabasca Falls and the Weeping Wall while you're in the area. Hike to the Athabasca Glacier on the Columbia Icefield or take the Glacier Skywalk to see Sunwapta Valley from above. At the Columbia Icefield Centre, you may learn about the area's geology or take a scenic stroll to a breathtaking location. Then, head to Jasper for the final leg of your adventure.
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Book NowThis 7-hour guided hiking trip includes a packed lunch and a choice of four of Banff's most renowned paths. Whether you're a novice or an experienced walker, there's a route to suit your needs, ranging from 4.5 miles (7km) to 6.6 miles (10.6km). Larch Valley, Stanley Glacier, Consolation Lakes, or the Plain of Six Glaciers are among the trip's four possible itineraries.
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Book NowThe charming hamlet of Banff, located within Banff National Park, serves as a springboard to some of the country's most stunning alpine scenery. On this equestrian excursion, you'll ride through the Rocky Mountains beauty with your guide. Enjoy a peaceful introduction to the stunning Banff National Park as you trek through lush woods and dazzling lakes. Make sure to stop and see the local wildlife, including beavers and elk.
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What are guided tours?
Guided tours are often all-inclusive group travel experiences guided by a local travel guide and following a predetermined schedule centered on a particular tourist attraction or local activity. Numerous sightseeing guided tours, skip-the-line tickets to major tourist destinations, group day/night trips, food/wine tastings, and even airport transfers are available.
Should I use guided tours on my vacations?
Explore and experience your destination like a local.
Take it all in! Receive tailored suggestions before to and throughout your trip to ensure you take advantage of everything your location has to offer. Discover your holiday location through the eyes of a native. Discover a treasure trove of hidden gems!
Avoid scams and pay better prices
Pre-arrange your guided excursions at the best prices from the comfort of your own home, then sit back and relax when you’re on vacation.
I have a tight budget, can I still buy a guided tour?
With such a vast number of guided tours available, there is sure to be one that fits your budget.
Save time, and Get the most out of your trip.
Don’t waste a moment on your trip! Memories aren’t made while standing in line. Book ahead and skip the lines at the world’s biggest attractions.
With a scheduled tour schedule, you know precisely what you’ll be doing every day, eliminating the possibility of any disappointment.
Check reviews before buying a guided tour
Spoilt for choices and not sure which guided tour to choose? Check out past reviews and decide on which activities suit you better.
No risk to you. Free cancellation
For many of the guided tours, you can change your mind and cancel your booking without penalty up to 24 hours before the date of the activity. This is very helpful in the event your travel plans changes last minute
Meet people all over the world, make new friends on your next vacation
Your guided tours are a great way to meet new people from all over the world.
Types of guided tours available for your vacation
Depending on the city you are taking a trip to, there are practically any guide trips and activities for everybody. There are outdoor guided trips, water activities, Nature tracks, Music festivals, Local food tours, Workshops and Classes, Arts Performances, Hidden Gems expedition, beer or red wine drinking and tasting tours, special TV & Movies trips, romantic couple trips, children’ activities, trips to Parks and Gardens, Island exploration tours, check out famous landmarks, Museum guided tours and tickets, Airport transfer services, Memorials for you to check out to under the local culture and history, go up Towers & seeing platforms to get a birds-eye view of the landscape, shopping trips, theaters and auditorium, come by ports and harbors, sightseeing cruise, bikes for rental, helicopter flights, ferryboat tickets, Jeep and SUV for rental, private yacht services and sailboat leasing.