Unique Canmore Tours for an Inside Look at Our Town
There’s more to Canmore than just the mountains, and these days, there are so many Canmore tours that will show you a completely different side of the community.
Your trip to Canmore may very well include a hike up one of the gorgeous peaks surrounding the town, but there’s a rich and vibrant history, culinary scene and more that’s absolutely worth exploring. The Coast Canmore Hotel & Conference Centre is right in the middle of the action, too, and provides a perfect resting place for anyone looking to discover all that Canmore has to offer.
Picking one (or a few) Canmore tours will give you an inside look at the town and community and provide a different perspective on what makes this little corner of the world so special.
Soar High Above the Mountain Tops in a Helicopter
The Canadian Rockies are beautiful no matter which vantage point you’re looking at them from, but few will get the chance to see these towering wonders from above.
Alpine Helicopters Inc. offers once-in-a-lifetime Canmore helicopter tours that take guests to some of the most iconic peaks in the region. Truly, each of Alpine Helicopters’ Canmore tours offers spectacular sightseeing.
- Three Sisters Peaks Tour: The Three Sisters Peaks (Hope, Charity and Faith) watch over Canmore from above, and this tour allows you to see them up close and personal while also providing breathtaking views of the Spray Lakes and the Sundance Range.
- Mount Assiniboine and Glaciers Tour: The iconic Mt. Assiniboine is nestled right on the Alberta-B.C. border and rises majestically to 11,870 feet. This tour also brings you right past two glaciers and the Three Sisters.
- Continental Divide Tour: The Continental Divide separates North America’s water systems. Witnessing where our great waterways separate and go east towards the Atlantic Ocean or west towards the Pacific is a sight to behold.
- Marvel Pass Tour: This spectacular tour takes you to a gorgeous mountain pass along the border of Banff National Park and actually stops high in the alpine for guests to get out and enjoy the fresh air, turquoise lakes and larch trees that populate the landscape.
Raft Down a Scenic River
Not all Canmore tours are on land. You can also get out on the water and take a gorgeous, scenic float down the Bow River. There are several Canmore raft tours right in town, as well as companies that will take you into the Kananaskis area and help you uncover some of the region’s magical secrets.
Each of the companies listed below offers everything from family-friendly tours to more adventurous whitewater options, so be sure to consider your skill level and appetite for thrills.
Go On the Adventure of Your Life in a Dog Sled
If you’re visiting Canmore during winter, then you absolutely must consider a dog sled tour. Getting towed across the snowy vistas of the Bow Valley by a team of strong, athletic dogs is an incredible thrill and an amazing way to enjoy the great outdoors, even when it’s a little chilly.
- Snowy Owl Tours: In operation since 1983, this amazing dog sled tour company provides shorter, introductory options and even bucket-list two-day adventures that will have you sleeping deep in the mountains.
- Howling Dog Tours: Located in Spray Lakes Provincial Park, just a short drive from Canmore, these tours take you through some absolutely stunning scenery. The professional guides also tailor the tour to your experience and comfort level.
Explore the Depths of a Cave
For something completely different, Canmore Cave Tours takes you deep inside a mountain cave for an adventure you won’t forget.
The Rat’s Nest Cave is big enough for group tours, and you don’t need to be an experienced spelunker to check out what’s hidden deep inside the mountain.
There’s an Adventure Tour where guides will take you into the cave for approximately four hours and a shorter Explorer Tour that packs a ton of fun and adventure into two hours and is a great option for families with younger kids.
Experience the Best of the Breweries
If you’ve got a passion for craft beer, you’ve got to make a point of visiting Canmore. The craft brewing scene has blown up in a big way over the past decade, and there are beers on tap whether you like IPAs, sours or something in between.
Each of the Grizzly Paw Brewery, Canmore Brewing Company, Sheepdog Brewing and Blake Brewhouse and Distillery offers guided tours of its facilities, which can help you better understand the beer-making process.
You can also sign up for guided tours in Canmore, which will give you a chance to taste the local brews the mountain town serves.
Canmore Brewery Tours has a Mountain City Brew Bus that drives around town, taking eager drinkers between the town’s many craft breweries and offering discounts at each stop. There’s also a Rafts & Crafts tour for groups who want to include a little time on the Bow River to go with their tastings.
Other Exciting Tours in Canmore
Canmore really does have something for everyone, and staying at the pet-friendly Coast Canmore Hotel & Conference Centre means making your trip a breeze.
Here are a few off-the-beaten-path guided tours in Canmore that may tickle your fancy:
- Cowboys and Coal Mines: This walking tour is suitable for the whole family and gives you an inside look at Canmore’s wild history.
- Nature by Nightfall: Thankfully, headlamps are included on this one, which takes you into the wilderness to explore the mountains under the stars.
- Canyons and Cave Paintings: This amazing hiking tour will take you to cave paintings that date back hundreds of years.
Need some more ideas or help planning a tour? As a guest of one of the best hotels in Canmore for those seeking adventure, our concierge will be happy to help.
Experience a New Side of Canmore
If the only thing you do while you’re in Canmore is visit the mountains, you’re missing out! There are dozens of Canmore tours that can help guests discover exactly what makes the town so magical.
The Coast Canmore Hotel & Conference Centre is in the middle of it all and warmly welcomes visitors from all over the world who are seeking adventure, great food and drink, or just a little downtime in a beautiful mountain town.
Visit us today at 511 Bow Valley Trail in Canmore, call us at 403.678.3625 or browse the latest Canmore hotel deals.
Canmore Tours FAQ
How many days do you need in Canmore?
It’s entirely up to you, really. Canmore is a great weekend getaway, but as we’ve outlined in this blog there are dozens of Canmore tours because there’s so much to experience! You could easily stay much longer at the Coast Canmore Hotel & Conference Centre and never run out of things to do in this idyllic mountain community.
Why is Canmore so popular?
Nestled in the Rocky Mountains, Canmore is a destination for outdoor enthusiasts from all over the world. Even if you’re not super-experienced with climbing up mountains or taking on river rapids, there are guided Canmore tours that make the surrounding landscapes accessible for everyone.