Why choose this Banff tour ?
Explore Banff National Park easily and at your own pace with the knowledge of a guaranteed seat on the buses. Banff’s only ‘Choose Your Own Adventure’ tour! Get everywhere you want to go easily and without the hassle of parking or traffic. Do everything you want to do on your own time. With HopOnBanff you are connecting the top attractions in Banff National Park with one ticket. Hop-on and hop-off at each of the following destinations: Banff Townsite, Johnston Canyon, Lake Louise Gondola, Moraine Lake, and Lake Louise.Trust the onboard hosts to answer your questions, share their expertise of the area, assist with reservations, and book additional activities for you. Each bus travels along the scenic Bow Valley Parkway and seats up to 48 passengers. HopOnBanff is simply changing the way you can see the Park.
Make the most of your Banff adventure
Tour Description & Additional Info:
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Oversized or excessive items are not allowed unless they can fit on your lap. This includes strollers.
- Infant/Booster seats are not provided.
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Collapsible wheelchairs with removable wheels can be accommodated providing the passenger is accompanied by someone who can assist them board and disembark
- There is no wifi on board
- Not recommended for children 5 and under
- Strollers cannot be accommodated
- Full day tour ending in Banff at either 5 or 6p
- Not recommended for children 4 and Under.
Itinerary Routes
- Moose Hotel and Suites, 345 Banff Avenue
- Buses depart from directly out front of the Station.
- Pick up and drop-off directly at trailhead in front of the Johnston Canyon Resort
- Pick up and drop-off directly in front of The Lodge of the Ten Peaks
- Pick up and drop-off is directly in front of the Chateau Lake Louise. Located 50 feet to the right of the main lobby entrance when facing the hotel.
- Pick up and drop-off directly by the Lake Shore
Hop-On Banff Stops and Sights
Schedule:
A ‘Choose Your Own Adventure’ style tour!
Departing the Moose Hotel and Suites on Banff Avenue at 7:45am, 9:30 am, Then from the Banff Train Station at 7:50am, 9:35am, And looping around Johnston Canyon, Lake Louise Gondola, Lake Louise, Moraine Lake with the last bus arriving in Banff by 6:00pm every day.
*IMPORTANT*
The later you start the less you can see!
On board each bus is an English-speaking host that will provide knowledge of the area, colorful stories, and also act as a personal concierge that can book other activities, simply take your photo, or even make dinner reservations for you.
Connect with spectacular views and scenery. Hop off at Johnston Canyon and hike up to the beautiful Upper and Lower Falls or even go all the way up to the famous Ink Pots. Soar by gondola or chairlift to the most stunning views on the Lake Louise Gondola (skip the lines and purchase a direct to lift pass aboard your HopOnBanff bus). Take the time to enjoy Lake Louise and all that it has to offer.
From the Lake Agnes Teahouse to the breathtaking Plain of Six Glaciers. And see the most amazing Lake and Valley in Banff by visiting Moraine Lake.
The buses are school buses, professionally driven, have windows that open for photos, and follow the scenic Bow Valley Parkway. They are all guaranteed to be five years old or newer. Each bus seats up to 48 passengers.
Stops:
Options To Choose for Your Trip:
- HopOnBanff Bus Day Pass
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Your ticket guarantees you a seat on any bus at any time. The later you start, the less options you have though.
Hop-On and Hop-Off Banff Bus Inclusions:
Included with Your Ticket
- English speaking tour escort/host on board each bus
- Pickup and drop-off from designated meeting points
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Food and drinks
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Special Instructions:
- This Tour is Provided by HopOnBanff Ltd..
- Tour Timezone & Starts at America/Edmonton.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- This Tour is Rated 5 Stars based on 636 valid reviews on VIATOR.
- Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
- Maximum 15 Travelers is accepted for booking.
• Please note, the later you depart the fewer places you can explore. First departure from Banff is 07:45, OR 09:30. You can check out our suggested itinerary ideas page for help planning your day here:
https://www.hoponbanff.com/plan-your-day
Your ticket guarantees you a seat on any bus so you do not need to pre-select a departure time.
Not recommended for children 5 and Under. Strollers cannot be accommodated on the buses.
• Due to the nature of this tour and the safety of all guests, the tour operator reserves the right to refuse service to passengers who are intoxicated or show signs of intoxication. If, as a result, your tour is canceled, you will not be entitled to a refund
• Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
• The duration of transfers are approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions
Departure point: Moose Hotel and Suites
and the
Banff Train Station
Directions: The HopOnBanff bus departs from two locations in Banff Alberta.
The Moose Hotel and Suites is located on the edge of downtown Banff Avenue across from the Banff High School. Our buses depart from outside of the hotel and are very easy to find. Public transit stops are located steps away.
Conveniently located at the Banff Heritage Train Station on Railway Avenue your HopOnBanff bus will depart from directly out front. Public transit stops are located steps away.
A HopOnBanff host will be available to check you in on board the bus.
Address: 345 Banff Avenue
and the Banff Heritage Train Station on
Railway Avenue
Times are subject to change due to local traffic conditions.
