Banff Day Trip From Calgary
Overview
Spend the day exploring the incredible scenery of the Canadian Rockies during this day trip from Calgary to the mountain town of 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 your trip from your Hotel (7:00am)
• Banff Gondola Ride: Enjoy a 360 view of Banff. (Stop for about 2 hours)
• Bow Falls: A gushing waterfall near town which offers great photo opportunities. (stop for about 20 mins)
• Surprise Corner: Great spot where most of the famous pictures have been taken of the Fairmont Banff Spring Hotels. (Stops for about 15 mins)
• Banff Town: The biggest town of national towns, many shops and restaurants wait for your discovery. Lake Minnewanka & Two Jack Lake.
• Finally, we return to Calgary and arrive around 5pm.
What's Included
- And A Smile!
- Banff National Park Entrance Fee
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Parking Fees
- Lunch
- Gratuities
- Child Seats
- GST (Goods and Services Tax)
- Banff Gondola Ride Tickets
Meeting and Pickup
We Pick you up from anywhere in Calgary. Trip will start at 7:00 amPrice is a flat rate and is not affected by number of passengers. A group of up to 6 people can be accommodated.
What To Expect
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Banff Gondola Upper Terminal
2 hours Admission Ticket Free
Bow Falls
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Surprise Corner
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Banff
2 hours Admission Ticket Free
Lake Minnewanka
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Two Jack Lake
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Banff Day Trip From Calgary?
Cancellation Policy
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CST).
- And A Smile!.
- Banff National Park Entrance Fee.
- Air-conditioned vehicle.
- Parking Fees.
- Lunch.
- Gratuities.
- Child Seats.
- GST (Goods and Services Tax).
- Banff Gondola Ride Tickets.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Banff Day Trip From Calgary is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Banff Day Trip From Calgary will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- And A Smile!
- Banff National Park Entrance Fee
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Parking Fees
- Lunch
- Gratuities
- Child Seats
- GST (Goods and Services Tax)
- Banff Gondola Ride Tickets
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
