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Sunrise Moraine Lake – Lake Louise – Emerald Lake – Banff Town (From Calgary/Canmore)

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Thanh Chu, Knowledgeable Local Guide in Banff
Guided by Thanh Chu
Mr. Thanh Chu has lived in Calgary for over 15 years and knows Banff National Park and the Canadian Rockies very well. A former university lecturer who studied…
Diploma In Tour Guide SkillsEnglishVietnamese
From$195 CAD/person
Includes tax and other fees. Estimates only — final price confirmed by your guide.
Group discounts may be available for larger parties upon request

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Overview

Duration
12 hrs
Start time(s)
2:15 AM
Best for
Friends or Small Groups, Families with Teens, Families with Kids
Language
English, Vietnamese
Break stop
No scheduled breaks
Difficulty
Beginner-friendly
Experience type
Private & Open group
Group size
Min 5 · Max 12 guests

Places you'll visit

Your guide takes you through Banff and Yoho.

Availability

Available Jun – Oct

Tours are available daily for groups of 5 or more guests. Pricing may vary for smaller groups. Private departures on other weekdays may also be available for groups of 5 or more. Simply let us know your preferred travel date, and we’ll be happy to assist.

Why you’ll love it

Benefits
  • Permit-based access areas
  • Time-optimized itinerary
Activities
  • Scenic viewpoints
  • Natural trail walking
What makes it unique
  • Led by knowledgeable local guide
  • Rare seasonal opportunities
Highlighted places
  • Moraine Lake
  • Lake Louise

Itinerary

  1. 1
    Calgary Pick-up
    Front of T&T Supermarket Calgary Store - 999 36 St NE #800, Calgary, AB T2A 7X62h

    At 2:15 AM, Guests will meet at the designated meeting location before beginning the scenic drive into the Canadian Rockies. Hotel or airport pickup is available for private tours upon…

  2. 2
    Moraine Lake (Sunrise experience)
    Moraine Lake2h

    Arrive at Moraine Lake in time (~5:15 AM) for sunrise. Enjoy free time for photography and sightseeing at the iconic Valley of the Ten Peaks during the most tranquil hours…

  3. 3
    Lake Louise
    Lake Louise2h

    At 7:30 AM, depart Moraine Lake and travel to Lake Louise. Free time to explore the lakeshore, take photographs, and admire the surrounding mountain scenery.

  4. 4
    Emerald Lake (Yoho National Park)
    Emerald Lake3h 30min

    At 10:00 AM, continue to Emerald Lake in Yoho National Park. Enjoy a peaceful walk around the lake and experience the unique emerald-green color of the water.

  5. 5
    Banff Town Sightseeing & Free Time
    Banff Town2h

    Arrive in Banff town at 1:30 PM. Visit selected local attractions such as Bow Falls, Cascade Garden, Banff Avenue, or other highlights depending on time and traffic conditions. Free time…

Transportation

Your guide provides transportThey drive you around for the duration of the experience.
Meeting point · Front of T&T Supermarket Calgary Store - 999 36 St NE #800, Calgary, AB T2A 7X6. For private tours, convenient hotel or airport pickup and drop-off are available.

What's included

Guide service
  • Guide accompanies you throughout the experience
Transportation
  • Comfortable & modern tour vehicle
Food & Drink
  • Water bottle
  • Snacks
Entry tickets
  • Park entry fee

What to bring

  • Comfortable walking shoes
  • Weather-appropriate clothing
  • Snacks

Good to know

  • Weather conditions may change quickly
  • Wildfire smoke or fire restrictions may affect the experience
  • Start time strictly enforced

Warranty

  • No-show guarantee: Full tour refund* if your guide does not show up on the tour date
  • On-time guarantee: Service extension if the guide doesn’t show up within 30 minutes, you’ll receive a complimentary extension of the experience

*Excludes non-refundable 3% service fee.

Insurance

General Liability Insurance
Covers guest injury or property damage arising from this guide's business activities

Cancellation & Refund

Full refund*

3 days+ before experience

Full refund up to 72 hours before departure

No refund

2 days – 3 days before

50% refund up to 48 hours before departure

Guide-initiated cancellations or no-show guarantee include a full refund of tour price and taxes (excluding the 3% service fee).

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