What to do and see in Calgary, Canada: The Best Day Trips from

December 31, 2021 Myesha Cogley

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 and Banff Mountain Biking Adventure

Alberta Mountain Bike Adventures
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Join a local expert to see the beauty of of the parks around Calgary and Banff. This mountain biking adventure takes you on an insiders tour to experience the natural splendors of the area. Each adventure is personalized to the group to maximize comfort and fun and led by an expert local guide who will take you to all their favorite spots and trails. You will be awed by the natural diversity this area has to offer.

Inclusions: Beverages, Bottled water, Lunch and Snacks, Local adventure host, Use of bicycle, Use of helmet, Mountain trails tour

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Reviewed By Joe B

David and his wife Shelly provided a first class trip in one of the most scenic mountain bike areas in North America. They can provide a trip that fits your level of experience and fitness to a tee. A very professional organization, definitely the highlight of my trip to the Rockies. Highly recommend.

2. 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.

3. Lake Louise and Banff Day Trip

Driverseat Calgary
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Spend the day exploring the incredible scenery of the Canadian Rockies during this day trip from Calgary to the Lake Louise, Banff and its surrounding attractions. Canada’s first national park, one of the world’s premier destination spots. Whether you only have a short amount of time in Calgary, or are looking for a no-hassle way to experience the celebrated natural beauty of Alberta, this day trip is a great choice. Itinerary: • Start you trip from your Hotel (7:00am) • First Up, we'll visit Moraine Lake. (30 Mins) • Then will head to Lake Louise. (30 Mins) • Banff Town: The Biggest town of National towns, many shops and restaurants wait for your discovery.(Stop here for 2 Hours) • Bow Falls: A gushing waterfall near town which offers great photo opportunities. (stop for about 15 mins) • Surprise Corner: (Stops for about 15 mins) • Banff Gondola Ride: Enjoy a 360 view of Banff. (Stop for about 2 hours) • Finally, we return to Calgary and arrive around 5pm.

Inclusions: Bottled water, Air-conditioned vehicle, Parking Fees, Banff National Park Fee, And A Smile!

Exclusions: Gratuities, Lunch, GST (Goods and Services Tax), Banff Gondola Ride Tickets, Child Seat

Reviewed By Mosaic-PCN

Rahul went over and beyond when helping us (Mosaic PCN) to get a patient to a medical appointment during the Covid pandemic. The patient called after her appointment and said that Rahul was on time, polite, courteous and a pleasure to speak to. We all really appreciated the help! Would highly recommend his services!

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

ABest Transport and Tour Services
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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 ☺️

5. Drumheller & Horseshoe Canyon 1-Day Tour

Sandman Signature Calgary Downtown Hotel, 888 7 Ave SW, Calgary, AB T2P 3J3, Canada Calgary Tours
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Uncover your inner archaeologist as you look for fossils and learn about the prehistoric creatures that roamed the hills and grasslands outside of Alberta's capital. Visit Drumheller on this full-day excursion, explore rugged canyonlands, and get-up close looks at monolothic hoodoo rock formations.

Inclusions: GST (Goods and Services Tax), Air-conditioned vehicle, Bilingual Tour Guide Service, Gratuities, Traffic Accident Insurance (10M liability)

Exclusions: Lunch, Personal expense and travel insurance, Royal Tyrrell Museum Admission

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.

6. 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.

7. Columbia Icefield Adventure 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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Explore the frozen expanses of the Columbia Icefield, snap photos of the snow-covered peaks of the Rocky Mountains, and learn about the erosive legacy of the Crowfoot Glacier on this day trip around Banff and Jasper's national parks. At the edge of the Columbia Icefield, hop out to explore a small corner of the largest icefield in North America and consider consider an optional tour to the Columbia Icefield Ice Explorer, once in a lifetime experience to visit the heart of the incredible Icefields Parkway. Continue on to the shores of Bow Lake, where you can snap photos of the Waputik Range's jagged peaks, and check out the icy foot of the Crowfoot Glacier. Learn how this massive sheet of ice carved out the area's mountain-studded skyline, and then swing by Peyto Lake, whose blue-green waters seem to glow due to their high mineral content.

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

Exclusions: Guests can purchase lunch at Icefield Centre, Personal Expenses, Admission (Ice Explorer)

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. 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.

9. Small Group Winter Lake Louise and Yoho Snowfun 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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Experience the magnificence of Lake Louise during the Winter. Snow capped mountains surround the famous lake with Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise providing a classy backdrop. Small group - Maximum 8 guests.

Inclusions: Air-Conditioned Vehicle & Bilingual Tour Guide, GST (Goods and Services Tax), Free Rental of Showshoes, Gratuities, Traffic Accident Insurance (10M liability), National Park Fee

Exclusions: Free time at Lake Louise Area for lunch will be arranged, 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.

10. Banff + Johnston Canyon + Sulphur Mt. +Banff Town 1 day tour

Best Western Premier Calgary Plaza Hotel & Conference Centre, 1316 33 St NE, Calgary, AB T2A 6B6, Canada WESTAR TRAVEL LTD.,
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Depart from 3 locations including Calgary and Banff, make your trip more flexible. 60 minute stay in Banff Town.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Fuel surcharge, Nartional Park Pass, Professional Tour Guide/Leader, GST (Goods and Services Tax)

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Reviewed By Gerb525

The Banff trip was excellent, From tour booking to our trip is exceptional! Amazing tour guide Eric, knowledgeable,prompt & give more time on our trip. Would recommend him, we had great time with our banff trip. Happy customer here!????

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