Hop-On and Hop-Off Banff Bus
Overview
Banff's only *Choose Your Own Adventure* tour! Your ticket lets you breeze past the traffic and parking lots to reach Johnston Canyon, Lake Louise Gondola, Lake Louise and Moraine Lake. You are guaranteed a seat on any bus at any time. Our onboard hosts will help you plan the best day with our set schedule and answer your questions.
Travel in an iconic yellow school bus along the scenic Bow Valley Parkway reknowned for wildlife sightings! During your tour, our hosts will provide stories and interesting facts about this beautiful park.
You can choose which stops you would like to hop-on and hop-off. Hop off at Johnston Canyon and hike up to the beautiful upper and lower falls, hop off and hike the Lake Agnes Teahouse or the breathtaking Plain of Six Glaciers Teahouse. Admire the most amazing lake and valley in Banff by visiting Moraine Lake. Whether you are only wanting to do easy walks, sightsee or plan to do a longer hike, we can accommodate you on HopOnBanff.
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What's Included
✓ Included
- English speaking tour escort/host on board each bus
- GST (Goods and Services Tax)
- Pickup and drop-off from designated meeting points
✗ Not Included
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Food and drinks
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Good to Know
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Oversized or excessive items are not allowed unless they can fit on your lap. This includes strollers.
- Infant/Booster seats are not provided.
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- There is no wifi on board
- Not recommended for children 5 and under
- Strollers cannot be accommodated
- Full day tour ending in Banff at either 5pm or 6pm
- Not recommended for children 5 and Under.
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Special Instructions
Depart from Banff, either from the Moose Hotel at 345 Banff Avenue (7:45am, 9:30am) or the Banff Train Station on Railway Ave (7:50am, 9:35am). Please note, the later you depart the fewer places you can explore. Return back to Banff (5pm, 6pm).
*A HopOnBanff host will be available to check you in.
*For all day free parking please park at the Banff Train Station.
*You are guaranteed a seat at all times.
*You do not need to pre-select a departure time.
*Choose Your Own Adventure!
With our set schedule, there are several different itineraries you can follow. Our on-board host will help you choose the best one to make the most of your day. You can check out our suggested itinerary ideas page: https://www.hoponbanff.com/plan-your-day
*All stops are optional to hop off.
* Lake Louise Gondola tickets can be purchased on board.
*A warm jacket and comfortable shoes are recommended. Please check the weather forecast.
DEPARTURE POINTS:
The HopOnBanff yellow school bus departs from 2 locations in Banff Alberta.
1. The Moose Hotel and Suites located at 345 Banff Avenue across from the Banff High School. Please wait outside the hotel for the bus.
*The Roam public transit stops are located steps away from the Moose Hotel.
2. The Banff Heritage Train Station on Railway Avenue. The bus will depart directly in front the main doors of the station. Please wait outside the station.
*The train station is the best place to park all day for free.
This tour is not recommended for children 5 and Under.
Strollers cannot be accommodated on the buses.
Due to the nature of this tour and the safety of all guests, the tour operator reserves the right to refuse service to passengers who are intoxicated or show signs of intoxication. If, as a result, your tour is canceled, you will not be entitled to a refund
Times are subject to change due to local traffic conditions.