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Banff LOST TOWNS and Untold Stories! 1.5hr Walk + Transportation

Location Banff, Alberta, Canada
$111.25
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.

Overview

A walking history tour of Banff National Park offers a fascinating journey through the area's lost history and hidden gems. Led by a knowledgeable guide, the tour begins at the parking area. Transportation to the trailhead is included. The trail covers approximately 2 kilometers over 1.5 to 2 hours.

Participants explore key sites like the remnants of coal loading facilities, learning about the early 1900s coal mining community that thrived here. The guide shares stories of the miners and their families while highlighting the impact of mining on the surrounding landscape.

The tour allows for questions and discussions, enriching the experience with insights into Banff’s heritage. At the end, the guide may recommend further exploration of nearby historical sites and trails, making for a memorable experience steeped in history and nature.
Banff LOST TOWNS and Untold Stories! 1.5hr Walk + Transportation
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 2 hours

Availability depends on seasonality and number of participants. Bookings can not be made for the same day. Please read our TnC’s.

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Meeting point
Meet your guide outside the main doors of the Cave and Basin Gift Shop. The building closest to the parking lot. The guide will have a clipboard. Please let them know you have arrived. There are benches just outside the Gift Shop. There is free parking at this location.
Return details
Meet your guide outside the main doors of the Cave and Basin Gift Shop. The building closest to the parking lot. The guide will have a clipboard. Please let them know you have arrived. There are benches just outside the Gift Shop. There is free parking at this location.

  • A walking history tour of Banff National Park is a fascinating exploration of the area's rich cultural and industrial heritage. As the group sets off along the trails, the guide shares insights into the early 1900s when Banff was established as a coal mining town. Participants will learn about the town's bustling community, which supported the mining operations, and hear stories of the miners and their families who lived and worked in this remote area. The walking route often includes stops at key landmarks such as the remnants of the coal loading facilities, which provide a glimpse into the industrial past of Banff. At each stop, the guide may point out artifacts and tell tales of the town’s growth, the challenges faced by its inhabitants, and the eventual decline of the mining industry. (pass by)

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
  • This experience requires good weather.
    If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
  • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers.
    If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met,
    you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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    Banff LOST TOWNS and Untold Stories! 1.5hr Walk + Transportation

    Location Banff, Alberta, Canada
    $111.25
    This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.
    How it works?
    01 You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
    02 We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
    03 Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!
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