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Banff Culinary Tour: Luxurious Food and Beverage Pairings
4.9
124 Ratings
Banff
Discover Banff’s culinary gems with exclusive chef access and luxurious pairings on this award-winning food tour.
Discover Banff’s culinary gems with exclusive chef access and luxurious pairings on this award-winning food tour.
Duration:
3 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Banff Springs Hotel - Arrive a few minutes early and gather inside the Main Lobby of the Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel. Delight in an exquisite food and beverage pairing at the heart of the hotel at Rundle Bar, featuring elegant Art Deco design. Then, visit Grapes to enjoy delectable flatbread with perfect pairings. Proceed to 1888 Chop House for a…
- Banff Springs Hotel - Arrive a few minutes early and gather inside the Main Lobby of the Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel. Delight in an exquisite food and beverage pairing at the heart of the hotel at Rundle Bar, featuring elegant Art Deco design. Then, visit Grapes to enjoy delectable flatbread with perfect pairings. Proceed to 1888 Chop House for a signature dish at the hotel’s renowned restaurant. In the Vermillion Room, gain insights from a chef and savor another excellent pairing before making your way to the final stop, Stock Food & Drink, for a sumptuous dessert and locally roasted coffee. Throughout the journey, engage with the culinary team and enjoy stories of the history, art, and architecture brought to life by our guide. Revel in the luxury of our small group private access (limited to 12 guests). Depart having experienced the royal treatment at the “Castle in the Rockies,” the magnificent Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel - one of the world’s most iconic hotels, a National Historic Site in a world UNESCO setting.
What's Included
- All taxes, fees, and handling charges
- Lunch
- Local professional guide
- Craft Culinary Beverage Pairings
- 5 ‘fork and knife’ tastings
- All taxes, fees, and handling charges
- Lunch
- Local professional guide
- Craft Culinary Beverage Pairings
- 5 ‘fork and knife’ tastings
What's Not Included
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Additional Information
This is the ideal activity after skiing or hiking, and it’s also a fantastic option for those visiting Banff who prefer a more relaxed experience. Enjoy five exquisite food and beverage pairings, along with exclusive access to chefs and venues, all guided by our engaging storytellers. Discover why Tourism Canada has recognized this tour as a Canadian…
This is the ideal activity after skiing or hiking, and it’s also a fantastic option for those visiting Banff who prefer a more relaxed experience. Enjoy five exquisite food and beverage pairings, along with exclusive access to chefs and venues, all guided by our engaging storytellers. Discover why Tourism Canada has recognized this tour as a Canadian Signature Experience.
- Adult pricing applies to all travellers
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking. Vegetarian, Gluten Free, Dairy Free, and some allergies can be accommodated.
- A maximum of 12 people per booking
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Dress code is smart casual
- Note: This tour is in Banff at the Fairmont BANFF Springs Hotel. It is NOT at Lake Louise. Please come to Banff and leave lots of time for arrival and parking - thanks!
Location
Fairmont Banff Springs
Spray Avenue
Meet inside the main lobby at the Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel. Please arrive at least 10 minutes early at 2:50 pm.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.9
(124 Ratings)
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Jenna_m
Oct 25, 2025
5/5 Tour - We had a wonderful time sampling foods that came from Alberta! We would highly recommend to anyone looking to learn about food grown locally and about a historically significant building.
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Kevin_m
Oct 18, 2025
Loved it. We will do it again and bring friends - I would do this again. Private tour of the hotel and all the facilities. Enjoying food and beverages in locations not available to the average person. Love the entire experience. Cocktails were excellent. Loved our Host Beth.
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Larrypimentel
Oct 11, 2025
Came for the Outdoors but best time Indoors! - Incomparable experience well worth price! Superb cuisine, wine, cocktails in 6 amazing restaurants/bars. Amanda, Finest Guide EVER, has extensive culinary knowledge enhanced by rapport with staff creating delectable courses. Shared passion for local history, cultural diversity, food products plus remarkable hotel sites & views. Went beyond to patiently assist my husband with elevator use, etc. (Fine non-alcoholic "mock"tails too!) Book Early!
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Richard_a
Oct 11, 2025
This tour totally made our trip!! - Don’t hesitate to take this tour! It was all we had hoped for and so much more! Our guide, Amanda, was a delight and an absolute wealth of information. Our tastings were amazing and absolutely delicious! Made even more so by the various chefs personally introducing us to each tasting. We would be hard pressed to name a favorite tasting. Amanda skillfully guided us throughout the hotel, constantly filling us in on all of the amazing history of the Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel. This tour is a must and one you won’t regret!!
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Passport759739
Oct 7, 2025
Delicious food and so much fun! - My husband and I thoroughly enjoyed this food tour! I was a little hesitant to spend this much money, but I’m so glad we did! It was a highlight of our trip. The food was delicious and unique, and it was a good portion size at all 5 stops. The hotel staff made us feel like valued guests. Our tour guide, Tracey, was so nice and knowledgeable. I highly recommend this food tour!
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Cynthia_n
Oct 3, 2025
Eat the Castle Far Surpassed Expectations! - Far surpassed our expectations! This was a wonderful tour…the food & drinks were all amazing and our guide Amanda was the perfect guide who managed to combine the history of The Banff Castle with an education of the areas culture and lead a discussion about the food. Would highly recommend and not just for foodies!
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Weston_b
Oct 3, 2025
10/10 recommend - Very good food and a lot of fun touring the castle and learning the history. Staff was super friendly as well
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Robertu_m
Sep 23, 2025
Don't Miss This Tour - Great afternoon at Banff Springs Hotel. Laurie our guide was exceptional. All the food and drink pairings at our 5 stops were wonderful and memorable. Really enjoyed the chef demonstrating how to prepare mussels. Highly recommend this tour!
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Deborah_b
Sep 19, 2025
Best of the best - The best ever. You won’t need dinner and come hungry. You get the best of the best at a 5 star hotel.
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Agdjdijehudhdu
Sep 15, 2025
Amazing - What an experience!! We did this as 2 adults and 2 older teens. You are taken around the hotel and told about the history and interesting facts about the building.
We ate in 3 private rooms and 2 in the main restaurant, but the restaurant wasn't open to others yet as early. The food tasting was excellent and paired with some beautiful wines. We absolutely loved it and was great value. The lady who showed us around (sorry have forgotten name now!!) Was amazing.
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