Experience Lake Louise and Johnston Canyon from a completely different perspective during this guided winter sightseeing tour from Banff!
Lake Louise and Johnston Canyon are some of the most popular destinations in Banff National Park, regardless of the season. However, during winter, there is nothing more magical than ice skating across Lake Louise and hiking in a real winter wonderland at Johnston Canyon – combine the two activities together and you have a winter’s day adventure that will never be forgotten!
To begin the tour, you will be picked up at your hotel in Banff and driven to Lake Louise where you will have the chance to glide and spin across its frozen waters on ice skates and bask in the majestic view of mountains and glaciers beyond. You will also have the option of snowshoeing or hiking along the lakeside trails, or perhaps even just enjoying a drink at the Fairmont Château! But the adventure doesn’t end there!
After your time at Lake Louise, the tour will then head towards Johnston Canyon via the Bow Valley Parkway, an area known for its wildlife sightings including bear, elk, wolves, and more! Once you arrive at Johnston Canyon you will be equipped with ice cleats and crampons and led across snow covered trails to the glorious and crystalline Lower Falls, with the option of continuing onwards to the magnificent Upper Falls. Finally, on the way back to Banff, your guide will make a stop at a secret location that will be chosen to cap off your full day of adventure touring with a bang! You can expect increased chances of wildlife sightings and even more incredible views that most visitors miss out on!
Book this winter sightseeing tour of Lake Louise and Johnston Canyon now for a whirlwind winter wonderland adventure across snow and ice!
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Practical information
8 hour (driving time included) guided winter sightseeing tour of Lake Louise and Johnston Canyon from Banff, with the option to hike, snowshoe, and ice skate depending on the destination!
-Hotel pick-up in Banff
-Drive to Lake Louise (45 minutes)
-Explore Lake Louise by hiking, snowshoeing, or ice skating! (2 hours)
-Spend time in Lake Louise Village (30 minutes - eat lunch)
-Ride along Bow Valley Parkway (30 minutes)
-Arrive at Johnston Canyon and explore for 2 hours
-Guided hike to Lower Falls (2.5 km round trip) with the option to continue to Upper Falls (5 km round trip)
-Return to Banff (1.5 hours)
-Secret viewpoint stops
-Hotel drop-offs in Banff
Your optional picnic lunch can be chosen at the drop down menu during check out.
Your pick-up location can be specified at the drop down menu during check out.
- Transport
- Pick-up/drop-off
- Guide
- Warm beverages
- Water re-fills
- Ice cleats/crampons
- Hiking poles
- Tax
- Fees
- Food (optional picnic lunch can be added for $19)
- Tip
- Snowshoes ($19)
- Ice skates ($19)
- Waterbottle
- Weather appropriate and comfortable clothing (similar to a ski/snowboarding outfit)