How to Spend 2 Days in Banff
Visit this Canadian resort town to hike in the national park, go white-water rafting, and ride in the back of a horse-drawn sleigh. Read on for a few ways to spend 48 hours in Banff.
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Bow Lake
Alberta Highway 93, Banff National Park, Alberta
Practical Info
Bow Lake is part of the Icefields Parkway and is at an elevation of 6,300 feet (1,920 meters above sea level). The lake offers impressive vistas of Wapta Icefield, Bow Glacier, Mt Thompson, and Crowfoot Glacier/Crowfoot Mountain. There is a basic picnicking area with plenty of parking, tables, fire boxes, and public restrooms.
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Seeing how blue the lake...
Seeing how blue the lake was at Lake Louise and walking around it. Our tour guide was very good, I think his name was Rob. He was wonderful as well. Donna from Toronto
Donna_M, Oct 2021
Recent reviews from experiences in Banff
Epic Adventure
SteveM, Jul 2021
Lake Louise and the Icefield Parkway - Full-Day Tour
Great experience. There were many stops along the way. The bus was clean and Rob was a terrific host.
Great experience. There were many stops along the way. The bus was clean and Rob was a terrific host.
Amazing views everywhere,...
Glenn_H, Sep 2021
Lake Louise and the Icefield Parkway - Full-Day Tour
Amazing views everywhere, especially Moraine lake. Great with fall yellow larches. Had a small group of 4 at end of Sept. Host was fantastic.
Amazing views everywhere, especially Moraine lake. Great with fall yellow larches. Had a small group of 4 at end of Sept. Host was fantastic.
Great Tour
George_K, Sep 2021
Lake Louise and the Icefield Parkway - Full-Day Tour
Robbie picked us up on time at our hotel in Banff. Great tour, best way to see the area regardless if you have a car or not. Didn't have to worry about parking as Robbie could just pull right into any sight. Highly recommend to anyone especially photographers.
Robbie picked us up on time at our hotel in Banff. Great tour, best way to see the area regardless if you have a car or not. Didn't have to worry about parking as Robbie could just pull right into any sight. Highly recommend to anyone especially photographers.
Best company
Cory_H, Aug 2021
Private Tour of Lake Louise and the Icefield Parkway for up to 13 guests
Go with beyond Banff. Robbie is an amazing guide, very knowledgeable and very accommodating. Thank you again for the wonderful time!
Go with beyond Banff. Robbie is an amazing guide, very knowledgeable and very accommodating. Thank you again for the wonderful time!
Highly recommend
Dina_D, Sep 2021
Lake Louise and the Icefield Parkway - Full-Day Tour
Was a wonderful day! Robbie is so friendly and engaging and really wants to show you the best of the best. Highly recommend this and my husband and I found it to be the best way of seeing all the magnificent views offered in the area
Was a wonderful day! Robbie is so friendly and engaging and really wants to show you the best of the best. Highly recommend this and my husband and I found it to be the best way of seeing all the magnificent views offered in the area
Beyond Banff is Amazing
alex_i, Jul 2021
Private Tour for 1 to 10 guests of Lake Louise and the Icefield Parkway
Rob Jr. and his father are the best guides you can find in Banff and the surrounding areas. White glove service and extremely knowledgeable.
Rob Jr. and his father are the best guides you can find in Banff and the surrounding areas. White glove service and extremely knowledgeable.
Highly recommend
Matt_W, Sep 2021
Lake Louise and the Icefield Parkway - Full-Day Tour
Robbie was awesome! We had a blast together on our honeymoon. I would definitely recommend this, tour. You get to see all the best spots around the area and don't have to worry about driving or parking.
Robbie was awesome! We had a blast together on our honeymoon. I would definitely recommend this, tour. You get to see all the best spots around the area and don't have to worry about driving or parking.
Awesome tour
Dolly, Aug 2021
Lake Louise and the Icefield Parkway - Full-Day Tour
Highly recommended that you go for this tour for it will save you time to see the beauty of Banff if you are staying for a limited time.
Highly recommended that you go for this tour for it will save you time to see the beauty of Banff if you are staying for a limited time.
Perfection
Jbirdoncaneyfork, Aug 2019
Private Tour of Lake Louise and the Icefield Parkway for up to 13 guests
Rob helped plan my daughters surprise engagement. He took us to the most magical place and took so many good pictures for us. The day could not have been any better.
Rob helped plan my daughters surprise engagement. He took us to the most magical place and took so many good pictures for us. The day could not have been any better.
Great Experience!
Russ S, Jul 2019
Private Tour for 1 to 10 guests of Lake Louise and the Icefield Parkway
Rob was a great guide. Courteous and kind. Extremely knowledgeable of the area. We spent a full day together and he did not disappoint. Great value for all we saw!
Rob was a great guide. Courteous and kind. Extremely knowledgeable of the area. We spent a full day together and he did not disappoint. Great value for all we saw!
Most convenient way to see Banff NP
Danny_C, Aug 2021
Lake Louise and the Icefield Parkway - Full-Day Tour
Robbie our guide was very personable and helpful! This is the way to go to tour Banff National Park! No parking hassles as tour buses have special parking areas. Private cars may find parking lots full and only to be turned back!
Robbie our guide was very personable and helpful! This is the way to go to tour Banff National Park! No parking hassles as tour buses have special parking areas. Private cars may find parking lots full and only to be turned back!
Stunning views.
Maha_I, Aug 2021
Lake Louise and the Icefield Parkway - Full-Day Tour
Great view points! Did not feel rushed.
Perhaps a packed lunch with drinks to go is a good idea. When we stopped for lunch most places had run out of food or had long lines!
Great view points! Did not feel rushed.
Perhaps a packed lunch with drinks to go is a good idea. When we stopped for lunch most places had run out of food or had long lines!
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How to Spend 3 Days in Banff
Plan a trip that includes a grizzly bear tour, horseback riding trip, and white-water rafting adventure.
How to Spend 1 Day in Banff
Whether for summer hiking or winter sleigh rides, Banff offers outdoor adventure year-round. Check out our suggestions on how to spend a single day in Banff.
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