1 Day of Dinosaurs and Hoodoos From Calgary to the Drumheller Discount Tickets

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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.

Pickup Information

You will be picked up in a Van or SUV, depending on the number of guests traveling that day. Please be ready at your pickup location 5 minutes before the scheduled time: Delta Hotels Calgary Downtown 209 4 Ave SE, Calgary, AB T2G 0C6 Pickup Time: 8:25 AM Please wait across the street from the main hotel entrance at the designated passenger pickup area. Hyatt Regency Calgary 700 Centre St S, Calgary, AB T2G 5P6 Pickup Time: 8:30 AM Please wait outside the main hotel entrance at the designated passenger pickup area. Holiday Inn & Suites Calgary Airport North by IHG 20 Freeport Pl NE, Calgary, AB T3J 0T6, Canada Pickup Time : 9 AM Please wait outside the main hotel entrance at the designated passenger pickup area. Pickup Point. If you're driving to the pickup location, both private and street parking options are available nearby.

Language Offered

English-AUDIO

English-GUIDE

Itinerary

1. Horseshoe Canyon
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.
Duration: 50 mins
2. Royal Tyrrell Museum
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.
Duration: 120 mins
3. World's Largest Dinosaur
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.
Duration: 30 mins
4. Rosedale Suspension Bridge
You'll cross this historic swinging pedestrian bridge that once served local coal miners, offering unique views of the Red Deer River valley.
Duration: 50 mins
5. The Hoodoos
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.
Duration: 40 mins
6. Last Chance Saloon
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! This is an optional Stop.
Duration: 30 mins

Inclusion

Bottled Water & Soft Drinks.

Transportation provided in a comfortable, air-conditioned Van or a SUV.

Royal Tyrrell Museum Admission Tickets

In-vehicle air conditioning

Professional Tour Guide.

Exclusion

Meals

Gratuities (optional)

Atlas Coal Mine Admission Tickets (Closed for the Season)

Cancellation Policy

Check mark icon Refundable tickets

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • 100% refund if cancelled 1+ days before the start date
  • 0% refund if cancelled less than 1 day(s) before the start date

Additional Info

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

Supplied by Banff Trip Planner Inc.

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