Things to do in Calgary, Canada: The Best Tours

December 17, 2021 Marissa Gamble

The sophisticated city that grew out of the Canadian West, Calgary balances the modern and the traditional with pioneer charm. For the full western experience, show up in time for the annual Calgary Stampede, complete with rodeos. Year-round you'll find abundant shopping, dining and nightlife; a short drive away are some of Canada's finest national parks.
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1. Calgary YYC Airport to Banff – Private Shuttle

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✔️ PRIVATE TRANSPORTATION to Banff Town. ✔️ Our vehicle is cleaned and sanitized on every trip. ✔️ Just sit back, relax, and leave the driving to us – hassle-free and on time. ✔️ Exceptional Customer Service, We are a locally owned company.

Inclusions: One-way Private transfer, Hotel pickup and drop-off (if option selected), Transport by Licensed and Insured Commercial vehicle, All taxes, Airport Pickup fees of up to $35, Fuel surcharge Included, Complimentary Meet and Greet upon arrival in YYC Airport, Worry - Free transfer out from the airport

Exclusions: Gratuities, Excess luggage charges (where applicable)

Reviewed By 773katelynw

I had the best tour guide ever! He showed me around Calgary and we even got peters drive in! If you can request to get Aljay do it! He rocks ☺️

2. Calgary YYC Airport to Banff – Private Shuttle (Round Trip)

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✔️ Round Trip PRIVATE TRANSPORTATION to Banff Town ✔️ Our vehicle is cleaned and sanitized on every trip. ✔️ Just sit back, relax, and leave the driving to us – hassle-free and on time. ✔️ Exceptional Customer Service, We are a locally owned company.

Inclusions: Round Trip private transfer, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Transport by Licensed and Insured Commercial vehicle, All taxes, fees and handling charges, including fuel surcharges | Airport Fee up to $35 is INCLUDED, Complimentary Meet and Greet upon arrival in YYC Airport, Worry- Free transfer out from the airport

Exclusions: Gratuities, Excess luggage charges (where applicable)

Reviewed By 773katelynw

I had the best tour guide ever! He showed me around Calgary and we even got peters drive in! If you can request to get Aljay do it! He rocks ☺️

3. Calgary: Private Tour with a Local

101 9 Ave SW, Calgary, AB T2P 1J9, Canada 101 9 Ave SW, Calgary, AB T2P 1J9, Canada
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With our walking tours, you’ll skip the mundane historical tours and discover the city through a local’s eyes. Experience a tour that will transform the way you travel to make it as much about the people you meet, as it is the places you see. Our local guides (Lokafyers) are passionate about their city and eager to share their knowledge and perspective. Since Lokafyers are not professional guides and tour occasionally, they provide an experience that’s authentic and personal, like a friend showing you around their city. By the end of the tour, you'll feel comfortable navigating the city and confident that you have all the information you need to make the most of your stay.

Inclusions: Local guide "Lokafyer" , Customized private walking tour

Exclusions: Entrance fees, Personal expenses, Tips and gratuities (optional), Food and drinks, Local transportation around the city (It’s a walking tour, car transportation isn’t included)

4. Banff Area 1-Day & Canyon Walk from Calgary or Banff

Sandman Signature Calgary Downtown Hotel, 888 7 Ave SW, Calgary, AB T2P 3J3, Canada Calgary Tours
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Attractions & Activities: ● Sulphur Mountain Gondola (Optional) ● Banff Town ● Johnston Canyon Walk ● Bow Falls ● Surprise Corner ● Hoodoos Experience the beauty of the Canadian Rockies with a variety of 1-day tour. From the quaint mountainside town of Banff, to the snow-dusted peaks, misty falls, and dramatic canyons around Banff as you explore this rugged slice of Alberta with an experienced guide. Starting your day with rolling by the steep slopes of Sulphur Mountain for the chance to take a gondola ride to the summit's sweeping viewpoints. Enjoy some leisure time in downtown Banff and Snap photos of Johnston Canyon's limestone-carving creek. Fill your camera with misty shots of the tumbling rapids at Bow Falls, capture panoramic images of downtown Banff framed against a backdrop of craggy peaks from the Surprise Corner lookout, and keep your eyes peeled for the monolithic silhouette of glacier-carved Hoodoos as you head out of town and back to Calgary.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, GST (Goods and Services Tax), Gratuities, National Park Fee, Traffic Accident Insurance (10M liability)

Exclusions: Free time at Banff town for lunch will be arranged, Personal expense and insurance, Additional excursions, Admission of Banff Gondola

Reviewed By minuag

I had a memorable trip to Banff, Alberta with Calgary tours. Our tour guide Jesse was fun and also took amazing photos of us. I am definitely going to book another tour with them if I visit Calgary again.

5. Experience Banff National Park and Lake Louise | Private Sightseeing

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Experience the picturesque scenery of the Canadian Rockies during this day trip from Calgary to Banff National Park – Lake Louise. Canada’s first national park, one of the world’s best destination spots. Whether you only have a short stay in Calgary, ABest Experience™ is here to make your trip a memorable one. No Rush ... No Hassle sightseeing tour of Banff, Lake Louise, and Moraine Lake is the highlights of this 10 hour (approx.) Day Tour from Calgary. Visit Canada's first national park and take in the scenic views around Banff Town, Lake Louise, Moraine Lake. A free time to explore around Banff Town, Bow falls, Secret Corner, Tunnel Mountain Drive, Lake Minnewanka and Two Jack Lake. Round-Trip Transportation from Calgary. • Update: We only offer a Private Tour exclusively for your group and family, We will follow the strict health guidelines to operate this Private Tour to the highest safety standard. Together we will still enjoy traveling and experiencing Banff National Park.

Inclusions: Private Transportation in Van | SUV, GST (Goods and Services Tax), Park Entrance Fee, Bottled water

Exclusions: Gratuities, Entrance Fee for Banff Gondola Ride | Lake Louise Gondola Ride, Canoe, Kayak, and Boat Rental

Reviewed By 773katelynw

I had the best tour guide ever! He showed me around Calgary and we even got peters drive in! If you can request to get Aljay do it! He rocks ☺️

6. Listen to a Tour Guide as you Drive between Lake Louise and Calgary

Lake Louise, AB, Canada GPS-Guided Audio Driving & Walking Tours
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Use your smartphone & vehicle's stereo to make your drive come alive! Using GPS, our fun game show host like tour guides will transform this beautiful drive into a sight-seeing, fact-finding, trivia-answering, family-friendly adventure! Enhance your drive between destinations, or use as a one way stand alone tour. Hear about stop-worthy things to see & do, local animals, popular people, historical events & more. Over 45 points of interest will keep you entertained and take your road trip to the next level! Route. Trans-Canada Highway 1 between Lake Louise & Calgary. Travel in either direction. Freedom. Stop at as many sights & attractions as you like. Start/stop anywhere. Hands Free. Fun audio clips play automatically as you drive. Live GPS map. No data used during tour. Trivia Fun. Each point of interest has a fun trivia question included in the audio. Keep score or just listen! Inexpensive. Only 1 tour booking needed per vehicle.

Inclusions: Hands free (audio plays automatically), Lifetime Tour Access on Tripvia Tours app for Android & iOS, Download on WIFI before (no signal required or data used during tour), Customer Service via Phone & Email

Exclusions: Attraction tickets, Smartphone or tablet, Transportation (use your own vehicle)

7. Lake Louise & Yoho N.P & Moraine Lake 1-Day Tour from Calgary or Banff

Sandman Signature Calgary Downtown Hotel, 888 7 Ave SW, Calgary, AB T2P 3J3, Canada Calgary Tours
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Skirt the slopes of the Continental Divide as you explore Yoho National Park and beyond with an experienced local guide. Spend time meandering along the shores of Moraine Lake's opalescent waters and examine the natural span of a river-carved bridge created over thousands of years. From a central meeting location in Calgary, ride out of town with your guide as you head toward the evergreen forest and granite peaks of Yoho National Park. Look for moose, bear, and elk that call this stunning landscape home, and make a stop at Lake Louise to snap photos of its turquoise waters, just steps away from Banff's charming downtown. Find out how railway engineers overcame the Continental Divide's steep terrain with a visit to the serpentine Sprial Tunnels, see where the Kicking Horse River punched through rock to create a natural bridge, and fill your camera with postcard-worthy shots of Moraine Lake's brilliant color before you return to your ride and catch a lift back to Calgary.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Gratuities, Bilingual Tour Guide, GST (Goods and Services Tax)

Exclusions: Guests have free time at Lake Louise and they can pick up lunch from Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise or bring their own., Personal Expenses & travel insurance

Reviewed By minuag

I had a memorable trip to Banff, Alberta with Calgary tours. Our tour guide Jesse was fun and also took amazing photos of us. I am definitely going to book another tour with them if I visit Calgary again.

8. Calgary City Sightseeing Tour

Rocky Mountain Sidecar Adventures
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Your vintage sidecar motorcycle tour takes you through and around the heart of the city. This is a fully narrated tour with one stop along the way for photos. This is a great way to see Calgary from a unique and invigorating perspective. This is a bucket list must do. If you enjoy an open air sensory experience, look no further. We can offer this trip in French, Portuguese, Swiss German, Mandarin and English.

Inclusions: Driver/guide, Headsets to hear the guide clearly, Live commentary on board, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Use of helmet, Gratuities, GST (Goods and Services Tax)

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Reviewed By soniabK6488OG

My husband and I asked for a custom tour of downtown Calgary and the surrounding country-side. The tour guides arrived promptly, were very hospitable and personable. They reviewed the COVID safety precautions and even provided neck warmers for added protection. They were knowledgeable about the area and the motorcycles, as we asked lots of questions about both! We had a wonderful time exploring in the side car and felt safe and comfortable throughout the whole trip. We would highly recommend this tour company for anyone!

9. Calgary Scavenger Hunt: Calgary Culture

228 8 Ave SE, Calgary, AB T2P 2M5, Canada Let's Roam Calgary
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Let’s Roam is the #1 app-led scavenger hunt company. Walk to all the best landmarks and hidden gems, answering trivia questions and solving challenges. Work with your team or compete against them, as you learn new facts and create memorable experiences. Let’s Roam Scavenger Hunts are great as an everyday activity, or for bachelorette parties, birthday parties, corporate team building events and more! Each player chooses an interactive role, with challenges varying by person.

Inclusions: All taxes, fees and handling charges, Digital Copies of your scavenger hunt photos, Local taxes

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10. Samll Group Winter Banff Discovery 1-Day Tour w/Hot Springs from Calgary/Banff

Sandman Signature Calgary Downtown Hotel, 888 7 Ave SW, Calgary, AB T2P 3J3, Canada Calgary Tours
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Attractions: ● Sulphur Mountain Gondola (Optional) ● Banff Town ● Banff Upper Hot Spring or Upgrade to Horse Sleigh Ride ● Bow Falls ● Surprise Corner Venture into the Canadian Rockies for a day of alpine adventure, taking in breathtaking views of the peaks, lakes, and forested valleys of Banff National Park. Between stops at scenic viewpoints, stop to soak in the mineral-rich waters of Banff's thermal hot springs. Optional tours are available. Please contact us for more details. #1. Sulphur Mountain Gondola. Take a Gondola ride to the summit's sweeping viewpoints. (approx 60 mintues) #2. Banff Banff Horse Sleigh Ride. Instead soaking in the Hot Spring, joining a sleigh ride through the Banff mountain meadows with your family, friends or loved ones for a quintessential winter experience. (approx 45 mintues) This is a small group tour - Maxmium 8 guests *Private Tour Optional available - exclusively for your family/group (maximum guest of 4, service time 10 hours)

Inclusions: Air-Conditioned Vehicle & Bilingual Tour Guide, GST (Goods and Services Tax), National Park Fee, Gratuities, Traffic Accident Insurance (10M liability) , Admission of Banff Upper Hot Spring

Exclusions: Free time at Banff town for lunch will be arranged, Personal expenses and travel insurance, Admission of Banff Gondola & Horse Sleigh Ride (Available to purchase)

Reviewed By minuag

I had a memorable trip to Banff, Alberta with Calgary tours. Our tour guide Jesse was fun and also took amazing photos of us. I am definitely going to book another tour with them if I visit Calgary again.

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