Lake Louise, Moraine Lake & Peyto Lake tour from Banff

Five lakes and two glaciers on the Icefields Parkway in one day

A guided tour of Banff National Park visiting Lake Louise, Moraine Lake, Peyto Lake, Bow Lake and Crowfoot Glacier, with pickup from Calgary, Canmore or Banff and a one-hour lunch break. The route follows the Icefields Parkway, stopping at scenic overlooks and glacial lakes shaped by the Canadian Rockies. Summer and winter itineraries differ: Moraine Lake closes October through May, replaced by Johnston Canyon in the colder months.

Options for this experience

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From CA$ 139 per person, depending on the option and date you choose.See dates & book

Calgary 07:15 Guide in English, Cantonese or Chinese Pickup from Calgary Downtown Delta Hotel by Marriott. Winter itinerary: Lake Louise 1 hr, Johnston Canyon 1 hr, Banff Town 2 hrs, Bow Falls 15 mins, Surprise Corner 15 mins. Summer itinerary: Lake Louise 1 hr, Moraine Lake (2025/6/1–2025/10/13) 1 hr, Peyto Lake 30 mins, Bow Lake 10 mins, Crowfoot Glacier 10 mins. Pickup is included.

Canmore 08:40 Guide in English, Cantonese or Chinese Pickup from Canmore Visitor Information Centre (2801 Bow Valley Trail, Canmore). Winter itinerary: Lake Louise 1 hr, Johnston Canyon 1 hr, Peyto Lake 30 mins, Bow Lake 10 mins, Crowfoot Glacier 10 mins. Summer itinerary: Lake Louise 1 hr, Moraine Lake (2025/6/1–2025/10/13) 1 hr, Peyto Lake 30 mins, Bow Lake 10 mins, Crowfoot Glacier 10 mins. Pickup is included.

Banff 09:00 Guide in English, Cantonese or Chinese Pickup from Banff Caribou Lodge. Winter itinerary: Lake Louise 1 hr, Johnston Canyon 1 hr, Banff Town 2 hrs, Bow Falls 15 mins, Surprise Corner 15 mins. Summer itinerary: Lake Louise 1 hr, Moraine Lake (2025/6/1–2025/10/13) 1 hr, Peyto Lake 30 mins, Bow Lake 10 mins, Crowfoot Glacier 10 mins. Pickup is included.

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Step-by-step itinerary

Explore Canadian Rockies highlights

• Pass by Cascade Mountain
• Pass by serene lakes
• Pass by Castle Mountain
• Visit Moraine Lake
• Visit Lake Louise
• Lunch break
• Visit Bow Lake
• Visit Crowfoot Glacier
• Visit Peyto Lake
• Pass by Mount Rundle

Stops and time spent at each 5 stops

1. Moraine Lake Entry included 1h
2. Bow Lake 10m
3. Crowfoot Glacier 10m
4. Peyto Lake Entry included 30m
5. Johnston Canyon 1h

What’s included

• Pickup and dropoff from Calgary, Canmore or Banff.
• air-conditioned vehicle transport.
• live guide in English, Chinese or Cantonese.
• crampons provided in winter.
• GST included.

Times

• Every day 07:15 08:40 09:00

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Before you book

Group Up to 23

Live guide English, Cantonese and Chinese Another language? ›

Meeting point and pickup Hotel pickup included. You can choose from 4 pickup points.

Book up to 10h before

Cancellation and refunds Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund. It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Good to know

Low physical effort Infant seats available Public transport nearby

Operated by Banff Journey

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The experience

The tour departs from your chosen pickup point (Calgary, Canmore or Banff), and heads into the park along the Icefields Parkway. Lake Louise comes first, a glacial lake ringed by peaks where the Fairmont Chateau sits on the shore. From June through October, the route includes Moraine Lake, a turquoise glacial lake surrounded by ten peaks. In winter, Johnston Canyon replaces it. You stop for a one-hour lunch break partway through the day.

Peyto Lake, visible from Bow Summit, has a distinctive wolf-head shape formed by glacier rock flour suspended in its water. Bow Lake sits lower on the parkway, a clear turquoise glacial lake backed by mountains and accessible for photos and short walks. Crowfoot Glacier, named for its three-lobed shape, overlooks Bow Lake from across the valley. The tour also passes Cascade Mountain and Castle Mountain, landmarks within the park's Bow Valley and midway between Banff and Lake Louise.

The vehicle is air-conditioned and seats you with other travelers on this shared group tour. The guide speaks English, Chinese or Cantonese depending on the departure. Total time is eight to ten hours including all travel between stops. Road conditions and weather can shift the itinerary, and you'll receive a reminder the day before with any updates to pickup times or route changes.

Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English, Chinese and Cantonese.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What is Peyto Lake and why does it have that wolf-head shape?

Peyto Lake is a glacial lake in Banff known for its vibrant turquoise color, caused by glacier rock flour suspended in the water. Viewed from Bow Summit along the Icefields Parkway, the lake's outline resembles a wolf's head, a distinctive silhouette that makes it recognizable from the scenic overlook.

Does the tour visit different lakes in winter than in summer?

Yes. From June through October, the summer itinerary includes Moraine Lake. From October through May, when Moraine Lake is closed, the winter route replaces it with Johnston Canyon, so you see five lakes and the canyon instead.

Where can I be picked up for this tour?

Pickup is available in Calgary, Canmore or Banff. All pickup times and locations are fixed, so you choose the one that suits you best when you book. If you have special requests, contact the operator directly.

How much time do we spend at each lake?

The tour includes stops at Lake Louise, Moraine Lake (summer) or Johnston Canyon (winter), Peyto Lake, Bow Lake and Crowfoot Glacier, with time for photos and short walks at scenic overlooks. A one-hour lunch break is built into the eight to ten hour total, which includes all travel time between sites.

What wildlife might I see along the Icefields Parkway?

The area around Peyto Lake and the surrounding trails is home to bears, elk and mountain goats. Wildlife spotting is possible at the lake stops and scenic viewpoints, though sightings are not guaranteed.