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1 Day of Dinosaurs and Hoodoos From Calgary to the Drumheller

By Banff Trip Planner Inc.
Free cancellation available
Price is $120 per adult
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  • Free cancellation available
  • 10h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
Overview

Begin your journey from Calgary with a scenic drive across the prairies into the heart of the Canadian Badlands. Your first stop is Horseshoe Canyon, a dramatic valley with sweeping views and hiking trails. Continue to the Royal Tyrrell Museum, home to one of the world’s largest dinosaur fossil displays and an interpretive trail through the Badlands. Stop at the charming Little Church before heading into Drumheller to see the World’s Largest Dinosaur, where you can climb to the top for panoramic views. Enjoy lunch in town before visiting the Hoodoos, striking rock formations shaped over millions of years, and the nearby Star Mine Suspension Bridge, offering both history and scenery. With extra time, explore the Atlas Coal Mine National Historic Site for a glimpse into Alberta’s coal mining past. After a day of dinosaurs, hoodoos, and Badlands history, relax on the drive back to Calgary, catching a stunning prairie sunset to end your adventure.

Activity location

  • Horseshoe Canyon
    • Drumheller, Canada

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Horseshoe Canyon
    • Drumheller, Canada

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1 Day of Dinosaurs and Hoodoos From Calgary to the Drumheller
  • Activity duration is 10 hours10h
    10h
  • English

Pickup included

Language options: English
Starting time: 8:30am
Price details
$120.43 x 2 Adults$240.86
Total
Price is $240.86

What's included, what's not

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    Bottled Water & Soft Drinks.
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    Transportation provided in a comfortable, air-conditioned Van or a SUV.
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    Air-conditioned vehicle
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    Professional Tour Guide.
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Meals
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    Gratuities (optional)
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Atlas Coal Mine Admission Tickets (Closed for the Season)
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Royal Tyrrell Museum Admission Tickets (Available for purchase online or On-Site)

Know before you book

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Horseshoe Canyon
  • 40m
Horseshoe Canyon, just outside Drumheller, is a breathtaking U-shaped valley that offers sweeping views of the Canadian Badlands. Visitors can enjoy short hikes along marked trails, capture stunning photos of the layered rock formations, and take in the unique landscape shaped by millions of years of history.
Royal Tyrrell Museum
  • 2h
  • Admission ticket not included
The Royal Tyrrell Museum in Drumheller is Canada’s premier dinosaur museum, showcasing one of the world’s largest displays of fossils. Visitors can explore impressive galleries featuring complete dinosaur skeletons, interactive exhibits, and hands-on activities that bring prehistoric life to reality, making it a must-visit for all ages.
World's Largest Dinosaur
  • 20m
  • Admission ticket not included
The World’s Largest Dinosaur in Drumheller is a massive 26-meter-tall Tyrannosaurus rex that you can actually climb inside. A staircase leads up to the viewing platform in its mouth, where visitors are rewarded with panoramic views of Drumheller and the surrounding Badlands.
Atlas Coal Mine National Historic Site
  • 45m
  • Admission ticket not included
The Atlas Coal Mine National Historic Site in East Coulee is one of Canada’s best-preserved coal mining sites and a fascinating glimpse into the region’s industrial past. Visitors can tour the last wooden tipple in the country, explore underground tunnels, ride the coal train, and learn the stories of miners who helped shape the Badlands’ history. Please Note : Please note that the Coal Mine is now closed for the season. We have added an additional stop at the Last Chance Saloon instead.
Rosedale Suspension Bridge
  • 20m
You'll cross this historic swinging pedestrian bridge that once served local coal miners, offering unique views of the Red Deer River valley.
The Hoodoos
  • 40m
ChatGPT said: The Hoodoos near Drumheller are striking sandstone pillars topped with hard rock caps, formed over millions of years by wind and water erosion. These unique natural formations are a must-see landmark of the Canadian Badlands, offering visitors a chance to walk among them, capture stunning photos, and experience the region’s rich geological history up close.
Last Chance Saloon
  • 1h
The Last Chance Saloon in Drumheller is a historic bar and restaurant located in the ghost town of Wayne. It offers classic western charm, great food, and a glimpse into Alberta’s wild past — a must-stop on your Drumheller adventure!

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    Horseshoe Canyon
    • Drumheller, Canada

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    Horseshoe Canyon
    • Drumheller, Canada

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