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Badlands Small Group Guided Tour: Calgary to Drumheller Dinosaurs

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Explore Alberta's iconic Badlands on the ultimate Drumheller tour from Calgary! This full-day dinosaur adventure combines breathtaking natural wonders with world-class attractions just 90 minutes from Calgary. Visit the Royal Tyrrell Museum featuring incredible paleontology displays. Marvel at Horsethief Canyon and Dinosaur Trail's dramatic scenery. Climb the World's Largest Dinosaur for unforgettable photos and panoramic valley views. Experience the stunning erosion of Hoodoo formations —and cross Rosedale Suspension Bridge. Marvel at Wayne's Fossil World curated collection. Your journey culminates at Horseshoe Canyon, with stripes revealing eons of Earth's history. Book your Drumheller Badlands tour today—Alberta's top-rated dinosaur and geology adventure! Expert guides provide fascinating insights into geology, dinosaur discoveries, and badlands history on scenic sightseeing tour. Perfect for families, photographers, and nature lovers seeking an unforgettable Calgary day trip.

What to Expect

Shared tour (max 12)
7 stops
9 places
8 hrs – 9 hrs

Stop at: World's Largest Dinosaur

30 min Admission included

(Summer and Winter) Marvel at and climb inside to the mouth of the colossal 86-foot Tyrannosaurus rex statue, Drumheller's most famous attraction towering over the valley. An essential stop showcasing why Drumheller is Canada's Dinosaur Capital.

Stop at: Royal Tyrrell Museum

135 min Admission included

(Summer and Winter) Royal Tyrrell Museum of Paleontology is a World-class paleontological museum, with over 130,000 fossils and amazingly detailed exhibits that bring prehistoric eras to life and a small Hoodoos trail.

Pass by: Drumheller's Little Church

(Summer and Winter) Roadside view of the World's Largest Little Church that seats 6 people.

Stop at: Horsethief Canyon

15 min

(Summer only) Stand at the canyon's edge and witness a breathtaking panorama of deeply carved badlands stretching endlessly before you. Horsethief Canyon showcases dramatic erosion patterns, vibrant earth-toned layers, and sweeping Wild West views.

Stop at: The Hoodoos

20 min

(Summer and Winter) Wander among towering hoodoos on this accessible interpretive trail, where eons old rock formations create an otherworldly landscape. Touch ancient sedimentary layers, and climb steel staircases for stunning vistas. These iconic mushroom-shaped pillars offer incredible photo opportunities.

Stop at: Rosedale Suspension Bridge

15 min

(Summer and Winter) Cross the historic Rosedale Suspension Bridge, swaying 117 meters long over the Red Deer River Valley. This thrilling pedestrian walkway offers breathtaking panoramic views of layered badlands, and abandoned coal mining ruins. Feel the exhilarating bounce beneath your feet and walk the short trail on the other side while capturing unforgettable photos of Drumheller's dramatic landscape.

Stop at: Wayne's Fossil World

30 min Admission included

(Summer) Step into Wayne's Fossil World — a fascinating stop where ancient history comes to life! Explore an incredible collection of real dinosaur fossils, bones, and badlands artifacts. And the Dinosaur named after the curator Wayne Marshall.

Pass by: Eleventh Bridge of Wayne

(Optional) Cruise through the scenic route through the ghost town Wayne, AB, crossing all 11 historic bridges along the Rosebud River. The tour does not stop in Wayne or The Last Chance Saloon

Stop at: Horseshoe Canyon

20 min

(Summer and Winter) Witness Horseshoe Canyon's dramatic amphitheater, where striped badlands rise in spectacular curves around you. Sedimentary layers revealing millions of years of geological history and stunning natural formations offers unparalleled photography opportunities, and an immersive journey into Earth's ancient past rarely found elsewhere.

What's Included

INCLUDED
  • Bottled water
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Royal Tyrrell Museum (Admission Ticket)
  • World's Largest Dinosaur (Admission Ticket for Climb)
  • Wayne's Fossil World
NOT INCLUDED
  • Gratuities
  • Meals

Meeting And Pickup

Start time:

8:30 AM

Additional Info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the start time, the amount paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience's local time.

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