Top 15 Lake Louise Tours in Canmore

1.Moraine Lake & Louise – Morning or Sunset Tour from Banff/Canmore

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 194 reviews · 6 to 7 hours (approx.) · from $111Our pick

Travel from Banff or Canmore in a comfortable 14-passenger van to Moraine Lake and Lake Louise. You get 1.5 hours at each lake on the morning tour, or one hour each at sunset. Guides such as Dave, Denise, Corey, Ronnie, and Lenka add local stories, wildlife notes, and practical tips.

“End to end experience fantastic. From very responsive communications and answers to our queries, to the actual tour itself. Everything you read about challenges of parking and crowds are true. The small group and van was so efficient , and maximised our times at the Lakes so comfortably and effectively. It's "drop off at the door" ! Our driver /guide wonderful. So friendly, full of helpful info and tips, and fun stories. And those elk and bears !! Thank you Dave and Lenka. PS. We did follow through on some of those tips already !! Fantastic.”

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2.Moraine Lake Sunrise(2.5hrs)&Lake Louise(2hrs) from Canmore/Banff

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 168 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $138

Start before dawn for 2.5 peaceful hours at Moraine Lake, with hot drinks, blankets, headlamps, and a guide such as Hannah, Justin, or Jana. Then spend two hours at Lake Louise for photos and short hikes. Pickup is available in Canmore and Banff, with groups capped at 13 people.

“I would definitely recommend you take the Sunrise tour. Hannah was our tour guide and she was so AMAZING! She was kind, thoughtful, informative and service oriented. I would take other tours with this company because of her. It’s also very intimate since there were only 8-10 of us. Wait no further and book this Sunrose Lake Moraine and Lake Louise tour. Thank you!!!”

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3.From Canmore/Banff: Moraine Lake Sunrise & Lake Louise Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 163 reviews · 5 - 8 hours · from $142

Leave Canmore or Banff before dawn for Moraine Lake’s Rockpile, with coffee, hot chocolate, blankets, headlamps, and a sit pad provided. After roughly two hours at sunrise, continue to Lake Louise for another two hours of free time. Guides such as Joel, Hannah, Chris, and Janna add local stories, photo help, and practical hiking tips.

“Hannah was an amazing guide and driver. She arrived early and greeted us with great enthusiasm. Showed us the best spots to see the sunrise at Lake Morraine and told us which routes to go for the best views of Lake Louise. Telling us which routes and areas aren’t as crowded to get the best pics. I would highly recommend at peak season since the shuttle bus booking is insanely hard to book. The cost is low but the gain with great views and memories is priceless.”

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4.Lake Louise & Lake Moraine Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 146 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $89

Travel from Canmore or Banff to Lake Louise and Moraine Lake in an air-conditioned van with up to 13 people. You get about 75 minutes at each lake, pickup from selected hotels and meeting points, parking, entrance fees, and a stop at Morant’s Curve. Guides such as Ken, Ozzy, and Izzy add local tips and help with photos.

“Lake Moraine is higher elevation than Lake Louise and thus, colder. There is little to no seating at Lake Moraine. The terrain at the lake level is BERY rocky. Much more of a wilderness. Both are very beautiful!! Very!”

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5.Moraine Lake & Louise & Banff Day Tour From Calgary-Canmore-Banff

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 135 reviews · 8 to 10 hours (approx.) · from $66Best value

Travel from Calgary, Canmore, or Banff in a small group of up to 14 people, with stops at Lake Louise, Moraine Lake, Banff, Surprise Corner, and Bow Falls. Mark, Marc, or Steve may guide the day, offering local insight, photos, hot drinks, snacks, and winter ice cleats when needed.

“We had an amazing Banff–Lake Louise tour with Marc from Grizzly! He was incredibly patient, knowledgeable, and full of great tips throughout the day. He even provided cleats for our shoes and treated us to hot chocolate and warm coffee, which made a big difference in the cold. Marc truly went above and beyond to make sure everyone was comfortable and enjoying the experience. Highly recommend this tour!”

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6.Banff/Canmore Moraine Lake & Lake Louise– Hike, Canoe or Sightsee

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 104 reviews · 9 to 10 hours (approx.) · from $156

Spend 9 to 10 hours visiting Moraine Lake and Lake Louise from Banff, Canmore, or Harvie Heights. Choose more time at either lake, hike to viewpoints such as Lake Agnes Tea House, or rent a canoe at your own cost. A local guide drives a 14-passenger van, shares park and wildlife facts, and handles Moraine Lake access.

“We were driven by Yannick who was the best tour guide we've ever had. He shared information with us with remarkable enthusiasm (despite leading this tour on a daily basis). Super easy to talk to!!! We enjoyed the amazing sunrise after Yannick took us to the viewpoint and previewed the highlights. He left us to enjoy the sunrise and met us back at the van with hot chocolate.”

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7.Sunset at Moraine Lake & Stargazing Tour from Canmore/Banff

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 95 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $97

Ride from Canmore or Banff to Moraine Lake with a guide such as Tobias, Laura, or Sebastian. Stop at Morant’s Curve, watch sunset from the rockpile, then use binoculars and telescopes for stargazing. Expect a late, chilly evening, a short rocky climb, and up to 13 people.

“Our guide Tobias was excellent and really wanted everyone to be comfortable. The tour plan is good, but it all depends on the weather. We had a little rain to dampen our trip, and the clouds didn't allow much star-gazing, but seeing Lake Morraine was a treat. There isn't much walking; just a lot of steps to get up to the lake. Overall, our experience was a little dampened, but Tobias helped us make the best of it.”

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8.Moraine Lake Sunrise or Daytime shared tour w/ Lake Louise option

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 76 reviews · 5 to 8 hours (approx.) · from $90

Travel in a small group of up to 13 from your Banff pickup point to Moraine Lake, with an optional stop at Lake Louise. Choose sunrise or daytime timing, enjoy about two hours at each lake, and get local tips from guides such as Austin, Cam, Tristan, Josh, and Brooke. Hot drinks and blankets may be offered on sunrise departures.

“Convenient and best way to see alpine moraine lake and louise lake. Brook is both knowledgable and engaging. With free hot drinks, blanket, and treats.”

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9.Lake Louise,Emerald & Johnston Canyon+5More

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 51 reviews · 12h 30m · from $189

Spend about 12.5 hours touring the Canadian Rockies from Calgary, Canmore, or Banff. Guides such as Bally, Armaan, and Inder lead small-vehicle visits to Lake Louise, Emerald Lake, Johnston Canyon, Vermilion Lakes, Banff, and more. Lunch is on your own, and the day includes two professional digital photos.

“Our guide, Bally, had been the best one. Our experience is so personalized that the trip was amazing. He had all the in-depth information of the places we had visited and showed us the best views. He had special skills of taking the best photos ever. My family will recommend BALLY 101% to all those looking for the best tour of the Rockies.”

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10.Lake Louise, Emerald Lake, Minnewanka Cruise & Banff Town

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 39 reviews · 9 - 10 hours · from $76

Spend 9 to 10 hours with an English-speaking guide such as Jazz, Inder, Sonny, or Daler, visiting Lake Louise, Emerald Lake, Lake Minnewanka, Johnson Lake, Two Jack Lake, and possibly Banff Gondola. Pickup is available from Banff or Canmore, with Calgary pickup also listed for some departures. Bring snacks, layers, and a portable charger.

“Highly recommend it as we had a tour guide named Inder. He helped us so well and he is okay to support us on any cases... He is polite and continuously smiling face. Very highly recommended this tour and the tour guide.”

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11.Emerald Lake, Lake Louise, Johnston Lake & Banff Gondola

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 23 reviews · 8 hours · from $72

Spend eight hours visiting Lake Louise, Moraine Lake, Emerald Lake, Natural Bridge, Johnston Canyon, Lake Minnewanka, Banff, and the Banff Gondola. Guides such as Inder, Jas, Daler, and Diaz are praised for safe driving, local stories, timing, and helping with photos. Pickup is available from Calgary, Canmore, or Banff.

“Overall it was a great tour. A lot of places stopped along the way and very good price you can’t ask for better. Diaz was an amazing guide and even took pics for us at different stops.”

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12.Lake Louise and Moraine Lake Full Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 23 reviews · 6 to 9 hours (approx.) · from $187

Travel in a small group of up to 10 with Alberta Blue Sky Tours to Lake Louise, Moraine Lake, and Yoho National Park. Guides such as Duncan, Jake, and Delano add local insight, while stops at Castle Mountain, Morant’s Curve, Natural Bridge, and either Emerald Lake or Takakkaw Falls fill out a full day of mountain scenery.

“Duncan was knowledgeable and we thoroughly enjoyed the time we spent with him. He is a great person for the job. Our group asked many questions and he was able to answer them all. He even made it snow which was incredible! I high suggest these tours.”

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13.Sunrise Adventure: Alpenglow at Moraine Lake & Lake Louise

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 20 reviews · from $185

Start before dawn with Banff Alpenglow Adventures at Moraine Lake, where Riley or another local guide helps you find prime sunrise views. Spend two hours at the Ten Peaks, then continue to Lake Louise for hiking, canoeing, or a visit to Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise. Pickup, hot drinks, snacks, blankets, umbrellas, and headlamps are included.

“Definitely recommend utilizing Alpenglow for your adventures! Riley was a wonderful & super nice guide- he sent a msg confirming our reservation & meeting time the day before, showed up on time, clean & comfortable van, small group, grRead more”

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14.Experience Golden Hour at Moraine and Lake Louise

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 18 reviews · 3 to 4 hours (approx.) · from $149

Start at 6:00 pm for an evening visit to Lake Louise and Moraine Lake in a group of no more than 13. Your guide shares local stories, provides transport in an air-conditioned vehicle, and may help you adjust plans if weather turns poor. Rahul is one named guide associated with the experience.

“We had a wonderful experience on what started as a regular group tour but ended up being a private one, it turned out to be a pleasant surprise, and we were fortunate to have Rahul as our guide.”

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15.Moraine Lake Sunrise: Premium Tour from Canmore & Banff

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 15 reviews · 390 minutes - 13 hours · from $95

You’ll leave Canmore or Banff in a comfortable shuttle and reach Moraine Lake before sunrise. Your local guide leads you to the Rockpile with coffee, tea, hot chocolate, and blankets, then gives you about two hours to explore. Groups are limited to 14, with pickup and drop-off available from many area hotels.

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