Banff National Park Tours for Solo Travelers
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10 best Banff National Park solo travel packages
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- Canadian Rockies Express - 4 days
- Best of West Canada - 8 days
- Canadian Rockies featuring Rocky Mountaineer Westbound (Calgary, AB to Vancouver, BC) (2025)
- Great Resorts of the Canadian Rockies
- The Classic Canadian Rockies
- CANADA – Highlights of Banff Jasper and Rockies
- Canada & The Rocky Mountaineer
- Canadian Rockies featuring Rocky Mountaineer Eastbound (Vancouver, BC to Calgary, AB) (2025)
- Canadian Rockies featuring Rocky Mountaineer Eastbound (Vancouver, BC to Calgary, AB) (2026)
- Canadian Rockies featuring Rocky Mountaineer Westbound (Calgary, AB to Vancouver, BC) (2026)
Guided tours of Banff National Park's highlights welcome solo travelers to Bow Falls and Lake Louise. Connect with others while exploring Moraine Lake and optional Banff Mountain Gondola rides. Group meals enhance social connections.
Duration 4 days Destinations Vancouver, Kelowna, Revelstoke, Craigellachie, Lake Louise, Banff, Jasper, Valemount, Kamloops Age Range 6 to 99 year olds Group Size Max Group Size 54 Group Type Group Room Type Singles, Shared Operator On The Go Tours From
- NZ$1,795
Guided Banff tours featuring Bow Falls and HooDoos welcome solo travelers. Connect with others during optional activities like horseback riding and Bow River canoeing. Safe, central accommodation with easy access to Banff Avenue's shops and restaurants.
Duration 8 days Destinations Vancouver, Whistler, Pemberton, Clearwater, Wells Gray Provincial Park, Maligne Canyon, Spirit Island, Jasper, Banff, Lake LouiseSee all destinations Age Range 6 to 99 year olds Group Size Max Group Size 22 Group Type Group Room Type Singles, Shared Operator On The Go Tours From
- NZ$5,395
Canadian Rockies featuring Rocky Mountaineer Westbound (Calgary, AB to Vancouver, BC) (2025)
36 Reviews by TourRadar travelers
The Rimrock Resort serves as home base for solo travelers joining group walks to Bow Falls and Surprise Corner viewpoints. Guests share memorable moments at Columbia Icefield Skywalk and during Athabasca Glacier tours, connecting with fellow adventurers throughout their stay.
Duration 8 days Destinations Calgary, Lake Louise, Banff, Kamloops, Vancouver Age Range up to 99 year olds Group Size Max Group Size 44 Group Type Group Room Type Singles, Shared Operator Collette From $13,349
1% Off- NZ$13,199You save $150
Great Resorts of the Canadian Rockies
304 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Loved all of it especially our tour guide mark love and our bus driver Chris.”
Kevin, traveled in September
The historic Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel welcomes solo travelers for a mix of group activities and personal time. Take guided walks along Bow Falls, and connect with fellow adventurers during optional helicopter tours and wildlife safaris.
Duration 7 days Destinations Calgary, Lake Louise, Jasper National Park, Banff National Park Age Range up to 80 year olds Group Size Max Group Size 46 Group Type Group Room Type Singles, Shared Operator Globus From $7,459
10% Off- NZ$6,713You save $746
Solo travelers can explore Banff National Park's highlights with like-minded adventurers, averaging 61 years old. Stay at Banff Caribou Lodge, ride the Banff Gondola, and enjoy free time for hiking and wildlife viewing in this UNESCO World Heritage site.
Duration 6 days Destinations Calgary, Banff, Jasper, Lake Louise Age Range 2 to 99 year olds Group Size Max Group Size 30 Group Type PrivatePersonalized Room Type Singles, Shared Operator Landsby From
10% Off- NZ$3,020
Guided hikes along Lake Agnes Trail and Devil's Thumb bring solo adventurers together, sharing experiences with 8-12 like-minded travelers. Evening campfires near Lake Louise create perfect social setting, while daytime explorations of Moraine Lake offer peaceful moments.
Duration 7 days Destinations Calgary, Banff National Park, Johnston Canyon, Lake Louise, Jasper National Park Age Range 8 to 90 year olds Group Size Max Group Size 30 Group Type Group Room Type Singles, Shared Operator Bucket List Group Travel LLC From
10% Off- NZ$4,269
Join fellow solo travelers for guided tours of Banff's Hoodoos and Surprise Corner, with private rooms at historic Banff Lodge. Share experiences at Lake Louise and optional Banff Gondola rides, perfect for meeting fellow adventurers aged 18+.
Duration 11 days Destinations Calgary, Banff National Park, Lake Louise, Kamloops, Vancouver Age Range up to 100 year olds Group Size Max Group Size 40 Group Type Group Room Type Singles, Shared Operator Just You From $12,881
6% Off- NZ$12,150You save $731
Canadian Rockies featuring Rocky Mountaineer Eastbound (Vancouver, BC to Calgary, AB) (2025)
36 Reviews by TourRadar travelers
The majestic Banff National Park welcomes solo travelers with group walks at Bow Falls and shared glacier experiences. Connect with others during ammolite presentations and sunset viewing at Surprise Corner. Rest comfortably in single rooms at Rimrock Resort.
Duration 8 days Destinations Vancouver, Kamloops, Lake Louise, Banff, Calgary Age Range 5 to 99 year olds Group Size Max Group Size 44 Group Type Group Room Type Singles, Shared Operator Collette From
6% Off- NZ$13,349
Canadian Rockies featuring Rocky Mountaineer Eastbound (Vancouver, BC to Calgary, AB) (2026)
36 Reviews by TourRadar travelers
Duration 8 days Destinations Vancouver, Kamloops, Lake Louise, Banff, Calgary Age Range up to 99 year olds Group Size Max Group Size 44 Group Type Group Room Type Singles, Shared Operator Collette From
6% Off- NZ$12,699
Canadian Rockies featuring Rocky Mountaineer Westbound (Calgary, AB to Vancouver, BC) (2026)
36 Reviews by TourRadar travelers
Duration 8 days Destinations Calgary, Lake Louise, Banff, Kamloops, Vancouver Age Range up to 99 year olds Group Size Max Group Size 44 Group Type Group Room Type Singles, Shared Operator Collette From
6% Off- NZ$13,749
What people love about touring Banff National Park solo
- Great Resorts of the Canadian Rockies
Our tour guide was Jennifer - and she was superb! Her love for the area, the history and the beauty of this country was always on display. Her enthusiasm was infectious, still she was able to accommodate a diverse collection of needs from our group of 42. Jennifer was a delight. Your survey has a glitch - citing the guide, even with a name, does not provide any means of submitting that information. Very frustrating as the tour guide is the most critical feature of the trip.
- Canada's Rockies (7 Days)
Ben Hutchinson, tour guide for the absolutely magnificent Canadian Rockies seven day tour made a wonderful experience into one that I will never forget. He went well above making this the best vacation I have had in years. His knowledge, adding many funny and education stories and being there for every single person went over the top to make this a trip that I would recommend to all of my friends.
- Canada's Rockies (8 Days) (8 destinations)
this tour canadian rockies tour with Rocky... mountaineer was fantastic...The scenery and places we went were terrific..Very well organized and run,,,it was our 2nd time with Trafalgar
What our customers ask about Banff National Park Tours for Solo Travelers
How many people are typically in Banff National Park solo tour groups?
Tour groups usually range from 12-20 participants to keep the experience personal. Higher-end tours often limit numbers to 16 people making it easier to get around places like Bow Falls and Lake Minnewanka. Data from TourRadar shows solo travelers prefer these smaller groups with one guest commenting: "The small group size made it easy to get to know everyone while exploring Banff's highlights."
What's the typical single supplement cost for Banff National Park tours?
Extra costs for single rooms range from USD 500-1000 based on hotel quality. Luxury stays at places like the Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise have higher fees. To avoid these costs some operators match solo travelers as roommates especially in busy summer months at places like the Moose Hotel & Suites. A TourRadar guest shared: "The hotels were wonderful the food included for price fantastic. The reason I picked this package was price sites and hotels."
Which areas of Banff National Park are most solo traveler-friendly?
Downtown Banff stands out for its easy-to-navigate streets filled with social spots along Banff Avenue. Lake Louise Village and the Gondola area work well for solo visitors thanks to organized group activities and well-marked hiking paths. One traveler noted: "Banff town was like a 3 ring circus with plenty of opportunities to meet people." The Sulphur Mountain hot springs and Vermillion Lakes areas offer natural meeting points where solo travelers often connect through group activities.
How much free time do solo travelers typically get during guided tours in Banff National Park?
Winter tours from December through March draw many solo travelers who enjoy group activities like snowshoeing and ice walks. Summer months bring extended daylight hours perfect for evening social time in Banff and Jasper. Spring and fall see fewer crowds at spots like Lake Louise and Moraine Lake while keeping temperatures right for group hikes. A guest mentioned that "the shoulder season provided the perfect balance of weather and group size for making connections."
How easy is it to meet other travelers as a solo participant on Banff National Park tours?
The social nature of activities like hiking Johnston Canyon visiting Lake Louise and exploring the Columbia Icefield naturally brings people together. Group experiences such as the Indigenous Medicine Walk and meals at local restaurants create natural conversation starters. Many tours stay at places like the Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise where common spaces encourage mingling. According to one traveler: "Excellent tour & good itinerary for a short visit."
What types of social activities are included in Banff National Park solo tours?
Tours regularly feature shared meals at notable spots like the Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel group hikes through Johnston Canyon and evening visits to Banff Upper Hot Springs. These planned activities help create connections between travelers. As noted by one participant: "The guides were great at fostering a social atmosphere and the group activities made it easy to connect with others especially during our shared adventures in Banff National Park."