Banff & Yoho Private Tour across Lake Louise
Expeditions

Banff & Yoho Private Tour

Lake Louise · 1 Day · Year-round, with Moraine Lake from June to October

Lakes, a canyon, and valley lookouts, with the pace set for your group.

Tour Overview

Banff and Yoho in a private vehicle

Banff and Yoho in a private vehicle

Lakes, a canyon, and valley lookouts, with the pace set for your group.

The day is built around Lake Louise and Yoho. Moraine Lake is the summer stop, from June to October, by commercial shuttle. From October to May the same time goes to Emerald Lake and the Natural Bridge.

Crowfoot Glacier, Johnston Canyon, Morant's Curve, Castle Mountain, and the Norquay lookout fill the Bow Valley. The Bow Valley Parkway is the wildlife route back through the corridor.

Park access · Park admission

Duration
1 Day
Group Size
Private group, up to 6 guests
Tour Type
Private Tours
Destination
Lake Louise
Starts
Lake Louise
Ends
Bow Valley Parkway (Wildlife Corridor)

Luxury

Luxury Vehicle Transport

Luxury vehicle used on this tour

The Experience

Why You'll Love This Tour

01

Lake Louise first

Turquoise water under the Victoria Glacier, with time for photos or a shore walk.

02

Moraine in summer

The Valley of the Ten Peaks from June to October, reached by the seasonal shuttle.

03

A winter alternative

From October to May, Emerald Lake and the Natural Bridge replace Moraine Lake.

04

Yoho's two icons

Emerald Lake's colour and the Natural Bridge's sculpted rock, on the same day.

05

Johnston Canyon

An easy trail on catwalks above the water, between limestone walls and waterfalls.

06

Curves and wildlife

Morant's Curve, Castle Mountain, Norquay, and the Bow Valley Parkway wildlife corridor.

The Route

A Day In Motion

  1. Stop 01 · Banff & Yoho Private Tour

    Lake Louise

    Framed by snow-capped peaks and the Victoria Glacier, Lake Louise dazzles with turquoise water that changes colour through the day. Perfect for photography or a lakeside walk.

  2. Stop 02 · Banff & Yoho Private Tour

    Moraine Lake (June–October) / Emerald Lake & Natural Bridge (Oct–May)

    Accessed exclusively by commercial shuttle, this valley of ten peaks is breathtaking. Visit early for sunrise hues reflected on crystal-clear waters. From October to May, Emerald Lake and the Natural Bridge take this stop.

  3. Stop 03 · Banff & Yoho Private Tour

    Emerald Lake & Natural Bridge

    Two iconic Yoho National Park highlights. Emerald Lake’s vivid turquoise waters and Natural Bridge’s sculpted rock formations offer unforgettable scenery and spectacular photo opportunities.

  4. Stop 04 · Banff & Yoho Private Tour

    Crowfoot Glacier

    Named for its resemblance to a crow’s foot, this melting glacier tells the story of Banff’s changing landscape.

  5. Stop 05 · Banff & Yoho Private Tour

    Johnston Canyon

    An easy trail through limestone walls and waterfalls, a family favourite, where you can walk along suspended catwalks above rushing water.

  6. Stop 06 · Banff & Yoho Private Tour

    Morant’s Curve

    A postcard-perfect viewpoint where the train winds along the Bow River beneath towering peaks.

  7. Stop 07 · Banff & Yoho Private Tour

    Castle Mountain Lookout & Norquay Hill Lookout

    Both offer panoramic views of the Bow Valley and surrounding ranges — ideal for spotting wildlife and capturing wide-angle photos.

  8. Stop 08 · Banff & Yoho Private Tour

    Bow Valley Parkway (Wildlife Corridor)

    A scenic alternative route where elk, deer, and even bears are often seen grazing near the forest edge. For more inspiration, see Banff & Lake Louise Tourism’s top attractions or Parks Canada’s Icefields Parkway guide.

What To Expect

Included, And Left To You

Included

  • Private vehicle and guide
  • Park admission
  • Bottled water
  • Hotel pickup for your group

Not Included

  • Lunch
  • Moraine Lake when the road is closed
  • Gratuities

Before You Go

Questions, Answered

The Invitation

Ready For Your Canadian Adventure?

Starting from

$1,400$1,200

per group · CAD

Continue North

Starting from

$1,400$1,200CAD

1–3 guests

Banff & Yoho Private Tour | Lakes, Canyon, and Lookouts