Day Trips from Alberta to Yoho National Park

Discover the breathtaking beauty of Banff National Park on this unforgettable sightseeing tour featuring iconic lakes, majestic mountain landscapes, and world-famous attractions. Begin your journey at the peaceful Two Jack Lake, admired for its calm turquoise waters and stunning alpine scenery, before continuing to the spectacular Lake Minnewanka, the largest lake in the park, with breathtaking mountain views and fascinating history. Enjoy free time in the charming mountain town of Banff, where you can explore local shops, cafes, and vibrant streets. Take in panoramic views of the Canadian Rockies aboard the famous Banff Gondola as you ascend Sulphur Mountain. Continue your adventure with visits to the world-renowned Lake Louise and the stunning Emerald Lake before concluding your tour at the impressive Natural Bridge, a remarkable rock formation carved by the powerful Kicking Horse River.

Explore the stunning landscapes of Banff on a full-day tour that unveils hidden gems along three legendary highways. Start your journey on Bow Valley Parkway, where scenic viewpoints provide opportunities to experience the tranquil Backswamp Viewpoint and the captivating Marble Canyon. Enjoy a lunch break in Lake Louise village before visiting the emerald waters of Emerald Lake and the dramatic Natural Bridge in Yoho Park. Finally, embark on the Icefields Parkway, renowned for its breathtaking vistas, to witness the majestic Crowfoot Glacier and the striking blue hues of Bow and Peyto Lakes. - Full-day tour showcasing Banff's spectacular sights - Scenic drives along Bow Valley Parkway and Icefields Parkway - Visit iconic locations like Lake Louise, Emerald Lake, and Peyto Lake - Lunch included in charming Lake Louise village

Banff sees over 4 million visitors every year, and most of them come in summer. You’ll outwit them on this tour, instead heading to Yoho National Park—just a short drive away and with all the same incredible scenery of Banff, but with far smaller crowds! Your guide will take you to all the locally loved spots for epic waterfalls, snow-capped mountains, neon-blue lakes, and so much more.

Explore two of Yoho National Park’s most breathtaking highlights: Emerald Lake and Takakkaw Falls. Begin your journey at the serene Emerald Lake, famous for its vivid emerald-coloured waters. Enjoy free time to stroll the shoreline, rent a canoe, or simply relax and take in the alpine scenery. Along the way, stop at the Natural Bridge, a fascinating rock formation carved by the rushing Kicking Horse River. Next, visit the spectacular Takakkaw Falls, Canada’s second-tallest waterfall, plunging 373 metres (1,224 feet) down a dramatic mountainside. Take time to explore the area, feel the refreshing mist, and capture unforgettable photos. Join us for an unforgettable day surrounded by the natural beauty of the Canadian Rockies.

Begin your journey with a scenic drive into the Canadian Rockies and Yoho National Park, starting at the Lower Spiral Tunnels Viewpoint, one of Canada’s remarkable railway engineering landmarks. Continue to Natural Bridge, where the powerful Kicking Horse River has carved an impressive natural rock formation. Visit the stunning Emerald Lake and admire its beautiful turquoise-green waters surrounded by spectacular mountain scenery. Enjoy a relaxing lunch break in the charming village of Field, British Columbia, before visiting the Meeting of the Waters, where the Yoho and Kicking Horse Rivers come together. Finish your adventure at the magnificent Takakkaw Falls, one of Canada’s tallest and most spectacular waterfalls.