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3-day itinerary · Banff

3 Days in Banff: Lakes and Mountains

This plan suits lake lovers and mountain-view seekers, pairing Lake Louise and Moraine Lake with gondola views, wildlife-focused exploring, and the Icefields Parkway. Day 3’s afternoon ride is an alternative to the Parkway excursion, not an additional commitment.

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Day 1: Wildlife, rivers and peaks

Explore Banff’s mountain surroundings through wildlife-focused guiding, a canoe outing, and elevated gondola views.

  1. Banff Highlights & Wildlife | Award-Winning Small Group Adventure

    Morning

    Banff Highlights & Wildlife | Award-Winning Small Group Adventure

    Explore with a guide and look for wildlife, connecting mountain scenery with the animals that inhabit it.

  2. Banff National Park Big Canoe Tour

    Afternoon

    Banff National Park Big Canoe Tour

    Paddle the Bow River in a big canoe, taking in the surroundings from a water-level perspective.

  3. Banff Gondola Ride Admission

    Evening

    Banff Gondola Ride Admission

    Ride up Sulphur Mountain and explore the boardwalk for sweeping views across six mountain ranges.

Day 2: Signature lakes

Focus on Lake Louise and Moraine Lake, then experience mountain scenery from a cruise and a sunset outing.

  1. Lake Louise and Moraine Lake Half Day Tour

    Morning

    Lake Louise and Moraine Lake Half Day Tour

    Visit Lake Louise and Moraine Lake on a guided outing, admiring the relationship between glacial lakes and surrounding peaks.

  2. Lake Minnewanka Cruise

    Afternoon

    Lake Minnewanka Cruise

    Cruise Lake Minnewanka for another perspective on Banff’s lake-and-mountain landscapes.

  3. Sunset at Moraine Lake & Stargazing Tour from Canmore/Banff

    Evening

    Sunset at Moraine Lake & Stargazing Tour from Canmore/Banff

    Revisit Moraine Lake for a sunset and stargazing experience, making this an intentional second look at a signature lake.

Day 3: Parkway landscapes and stars

Choose a Parkway excursion or a river ride, then finish with a guided stargazing walk.

  1. Icefields Parkway Small Group Tour with Peyto Lake and Lunch

    Morning

    Icefields Parkway Small Group Tour with Peyto Lake and Lunch

    Make the Icefields Parkway excursion your main outing, exploring mountain scenery and Peyto Lake with a small group.

  2. 1 Hour Bow River Ride

    Afternoon

    1 Hour Bow River Ride

    Choose this Bow River horseback ride instead of the Parkway excursion for a different way to explore Banff’s mountain surroundings.

  3. The Banff Stargazing Tour - 2hr Walking Tour

    Evening

    The Banff Stargazing Tour - 2hr Walking Tour

    Join a guided sunset and stargazing walk, shifting your attention from mountain landscapes to the sky above.

Experiences are supplied by our partner Viator and booked on their site. Check times, prices and availability before you go.