Moraine Lake, Lake Louise & Banff Secrets | Award-Winning Tour

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8 hours
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Overview

What's Included

✓ Included

  • Tailor-made finish to the day, factoring in recent wildlife sightings & our guests interests!
  • Access to Moraine Lake
  • Water refills (please BYO water bottle)
  • Hotel pick-up in Banff & Lake Louise
  • Award-winning small group tour, led by a certified and expert local guide with photography training
  • Small group guarantee (Max 12 guests)
  • Onboard cooler to keep drinks & lunch cold
  • Upscale, modern & spacious transportation with large panoramic windows perfect for spotting wildlife

✗ Not Included

  • Premium upgrade that includes a picnic lunch (please contact Radventures before booking)
  • Guide gratuities (not mandatory but greatly appreciated)
  • Park Pass

Itinerary

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Stop 1
We’ll meet you in Banff for a smooth start to your day. Our upscale and spacious van and friendly expert local guide will be waiting to welcome you aboard for a day of adventure, comfort, and discovery.
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Stop 2
Your adventure takes place in the heart of Banff National Park, with guaranteed stops at two of the most iconic and in-demand locations in Canada: Lake Louise and Moraine Lake. But that’s just the beginning. This isn’t a scripted, cookie-cutter tour. This is where the Radventures magic comes in — we throw away the script and build the day around you. Your local guide draws on deep insider knowledge to choose the best route and secret stops based on: Recent wildlife sightings, your group’s interests, vibe, and energy, and timing and conditions that day. This means no two tours are ever the same. Whether it’s a secluded canyon, a peaceful lookout, or a backroad that wildlife hang out but most visitors miss, we’ll take you where the experience will be most memorable — not just where the guidebooks say to go.
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Stop 3
Lake Louise has been drawing in visitors to the Canadian Rockies for over a century, and for good reason. This famous alpine lake in Banff National Park is an unbelievable turquoise blue colour, fed by glacier melt and set to a backdrop of Mount Victoria and hanging glaciers. As our guest on this small group tour, you’ll not only get guaranteed & expedited entry to the stunning Lake Louise, saving you the stress of waiting in long lines for crowded buses or having to arrive before 3am to get a parking spot, but also a tailored itinerary from your expert local guide based on your preferences. Don't get fooled into a shorter stop! At Lake Louise, you will want 1.5-2 hours to explore the lakeside trails, rent a canoe, explore the Chateau Lake Louise or simply hang out under a tree and watch the world go by! Your expert local guide will be on hand to give you all the information you need and show you where our local secret spots are, perfect for photos and away from the crowds.
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Stop 4
This glacier-fed lake becomes the most intense and vivid shade of turquoise blue in the summer months meaning you'll likely end up pinching yourself to see if you're dreaming. Now closed to public vehicle access, Moraine Lake is rightfully at the top of everyones Banff bucket list after becoming the number 1 destination in the Canadian Rockies in recent years. With strict visitation restrictions in place since 2023, joining this small group tour is the best way to guarantee your stress-free visit to Moraine Lake. Don't get fooled into a shorter stop! At Moraine Lake, you will want 1.5-2 hours to explore the lakeside trails, rent a canoe or enjoy a picnic lunch in one of our secret spots. Your expert local guide will be on hand to give you all the information you need to maximize your experience here and show you where our local secret spots at the lake are, perfect for photos and away from the crowds.
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Stop 5
If times allow we will drive down the Bow Valley Parkway with potential tailor-made stop/route: A relaxing and scenic drive through forested valleys and wildlife corridors. Great for spotting wildlife and taking in uninterrupted views of Castle Mountain and Storm Mountain, all whilst avoiding the traffic of the Trans Canada Highway. *Not a guaranteed route/stop.*
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Stop 6
If time allow we will make a stop at the famous Morant's Curve. A classic Canadian Rockies scene straight from a postcard. Morant’s Curve offers a stunning bend in the Bow River with the backdrop of towering peaks — and if we’re lucky, a train rolling through for the ultimate shot. *Not a guaranteed stop.*
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Stop 7
If time allows, we’ll pause at Castle Cliff Viewpoint or Moose Meadows, peaceful and scenic spots nestled along the Bow Valley Parkway. Castle Cliff Viewpoint offers a short walk to a small viewing platform with breathtaking vistas of Castle Mountain’s rugged cliffs. It’s a quiet roadside stop with a tranquil forest setting, ideal for soaking in the scenery and spotting wildlife.

Meeting & End Point

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Meeting Point
Pick up time: 8:40AM. Please meet at the "Bus Loading zone in Samson mall parking lot opposite Lake Louise Visitors centre". Pick-up times vary by date and hotel. The tour start time is NOT your pick up time. Please be ready 5 minutes early.
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End Point
Pick up time: 8:40AM. Please meet at the "Bus Loading zone in Samson mall parking lot opposite Lake Louise Visitors centre". Pick-up times vary by date and hotel. The tour start time is NOT your pick up time. Please be ready 5 minutes early.

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Good to Know

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Children 5 and under are unable to join our small group adventures
  • Not recommended for travellers with mobility issues

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