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Banff Townsite Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour

Banff, Canada
  • 1 to 2 hours (approx.)
  • Offered in: English

Overview

    What's Included

    • Access your tour in our separate audio tour app after booking.
    • Just bring your car and phone; the app guides your tour.
    • Works offline with GPS route guidance and automatic audio stories.
    • Flexible tour: start, stop, and pause anytime during your trip.
    • Planning tools, route maps, scenic stops, and area previews included.
    • Hidden gems and local stories included along the route.
    • Lifetime access (no expiration) with Customer support (chat/email)
    • Support is available via chat, email, or phone if you need help.
    • One purchase covers everyone in your car, not per person.
    • Private tour experience for your family, in your own car.
    • No live guide. Entrance fees, parking, food, and car rental are separate.

    Meeting and Pickup

    Meeting point

    • 224 Banff Ave, Banff, AB T1L 1B3, Canada

      Begin from 224 Banff Ave, Banff, AB T1L 1E5, Canada. After booking the tour, search your emails and texts for "audio tour". Your tour is VALID FOREVER, so follow these instructions NOW to finish setting up the tour while you have Wi-Fi/data. Do NOT wait until you are onsite.

    End point

    • 2 Mt Norquay Rd, Banff, AB T1L 1B4, Canada

    Arranged start time

    Confirm time with the local provider in advance of your experience.
    • 07/17/2024 - 11/21/2027

      Monday - Sunday : 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    Itinerary

    1

    Surprise Corner Viewpoint

    5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    2

    Tunnel Mountain

    10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    3

    Bow River

    10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    4

    Hoodoos Viewpoint

    10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    5

    Johnson Lake

    10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    6

    Lake Minnewanka

    10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    7

    Mount Norquay Lookout

    10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    8

    Bow Falls Viewpoint

    45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    9

    Banff National Park

    10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Additional Info

    • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
    • Not wheelchair accessible
    • Near public transportation
    • Most travelers can participate
    • Easy to use: GPS-triggered audio plays automatically along the route for a hands-free experience.
    • Private tour: Explore in your own vehicle without crowded buses or large tour groups.
    • At your own pace: Start anytime and pause for hikes, picnics, photos, or scenic stops.
    • Works offline: Once downloaded, the tour works using GPS without Wi-Fi or cellular service.
    • Good value: One purchase covers everyone in your vehicle, not each person separately.
    • More ways to save: Choose a single tour, a nearby bundle, or access to 200+ tours.
    • Download in advance: Download the Tour Guide app by Action and tour while connected to Wi-Fi or a strong cellular signal.
    • Follow the route: Begin at the suggested starting point or join anywhere along the route shown in the app.
    • Lifetime access: Preview the tour before your trip and revisit the stories, photos, and details afterward.
    • Supported devices: iPhone with iOS 15+, Android with version 9+, or a GPS-enabled iPad/tablet with cellular capability.
    • The app’s audio will play through your car’s Apple CarPlay and Android Auto display, while the app’s map will display on your phone. You can connect your phone to the car via Bluetooth to listen to the commentary through the car stereo.
    • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

    Cancellation Policy

    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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    Member Pricing
    From

    $16.14

    per group (up to 4)
    Was $16.99(-5%)

    up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)

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    On average, this is booked 39 days in advance.

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