Banff Basin and Town Self-Guided Walking Tour (No Ticket)

Banff, Canada

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5+ bookings last month.

1 to 2 hours (approx.)
Offered in: English

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Overview

What's Included

Self-guided audio tour through our easy-to-use mobile app.
Just bring your phone and headphones; the app guides your walk.
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: use the tour anytime and keep it for future trips.
Support is available via chat, email, or phone if you need help.
Private walking tour experience for your family or group.

No live guide. Entrance fees, parking, food, and car rental are separate.

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

311 Cave Ave, Banff, AB T1L 1K2, Canada
Begin from 311 Cave Ave, Banff, AB T1L 1K2, 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

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Arranged start time

Confirm time with the local provider in advance of your experience.

06/28/2023 - 10/05/2027
Monday - Sunday : 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Itinerary

Cave and Basin National Historic Site

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Internment museum (Pass By)

Marsh Loop Trail (Pass By)

Sulphur Mountain Cosmic Ray Station National Historic Site (Pass By)

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: Follow the route on your phone without an in-person guide or crowded group.
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.

Multi-device access: Use the same password on one device for each traveler included in your booking.
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.
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

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Cancellation Policy

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

Traveler Photos

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Reviews

3.4

based on 7 reviews

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Not really a walking tour

Vivian_S, May 2025

This is NOT a walking tour. Its a narration to accompany the walk for which you pay separately. There are descriptive signs and rangers along the way. There are also additional fees to enter the cave and the hot springs.

Response from Host, May 2025

Vivian, I’m sorry for the confusion. The tour wasn’t what you expected. This is a self-guided audio tour; the entrance ticket isn’t included as mentioned in the listing. I saw your message and have already processed a refund. Let me know if there’s anything else I can help with or if you’d like to try a different tour.

Scenic but smelly

Sally_D, Aug 2024

Scenic views of the Bow River and Sulphur Mtns, interesting stories from the recorded narrative. However, 2nd half of the Marsh route I followed, the path is a big muddy trench used for horse riders so full of horse manure! Would not recommend this route until the path is improved or changed.

Response from Host, Aug 2024

Sally, I’m glad you found the stories and scenic views along my Banff Cave & Hot Springs Self-Guided Walking Tour interesting! The tour is designed to follow a specific route, but I understand how the conditions on the second half of the Marsh route might have impacted your experience. Unfortunately, the path wasn’t in the best shape during your visit. I appreciate your feedback and will keep it in mind for future updates.

Was told it was a scam

Hunter_P, Jul 2024

These tickets did not work at the cave and basin. Was told this has been a problem all year and that these tickets are not real and I had to purchase new ones

Response from Host, Jul 2024

Hunter, I understand your frustration. My tour is an audio guide only and does not include admission tickets to the cave and basin. These need to be purchased separately. If you bought the wrong product, please email me immediately or request a refund through Viator. I'll happily give you a full refund.

I strongly advise using the Viator guide.

Anne_G, Jul 2024

The self guided walking tour was very helpful because there were not very many staff members or maps available on the walking tour.

Response from Host, Jul 2024

Anne, I'm glad you found my Banff Cave and Hot Springs Self-Guided Walking Tour helpful! It's great to hear that the tour enhanced your visit even with few staff around. If you're up for more exploration, check out my 100+ Self-Guided Driving & Walking Tours by Action—it's packed with diverse experiences like this one!

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