Badlands Guided Small Group Tour: Calgary to Drumheller Dinosaurs

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Calgary, Canada

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Overview

Step back 75 million years on this full-day small-group Badlands tour from Calgary. In just 90 minutes, you'll trade the city skyline for dramatic canyon landscapes carved by ancient seas and wind.

Stand atop the Largest Dinosaur for sweeping valley views. Explore the Royal Tyrrell Museum's paleontology collection — the richest fossil displays anywhere. Pause at the Little Church and Horse Thief Canyon on Dinosaur Trail for vivid and fascinating imagery.

Walk the Rosedale Suspension Bridge, photograph the Striking Hoodoo Rock Formations, and go on a canyon frive on 11 bridges to Wayne. Finally soak in the layered walls of Horseshoe Canyon — each stripe a chapter of Earth's history.

Small groups mean personal attention and real conversation. Your tour guide brings the geology discoveries to life, with time for questions, photos, and stops. Perfect for families, photographers, and curious minds.

Drumheller is one of Canada's most remarkable natural destinations. Book your spot today.

What's Included

  • Bottled water
  • Booster seat
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Meals
  • Gratuities
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World's Largest Dinosaur

(Summer and Winter) Marvel at and climb up to the mouth of the colossal 86-foot Tyrannosaurus rex statue for iconic photos, Drumheller's most famous attraction towering over the valley. An essential stop showcasing why Drumheller is Canada's Dinosaur Capital.
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Royal Tyrrell Museum

(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. Stop includes time for lunch at the cafeteria.
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3 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Drumheller's Little Church

(Optional - Summer and Winter) Roadside view of the World's Largest Little Church that seats 6 people.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Horsethief Canyon

(Optional - Summer and Winter) 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.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

The Hoodoos

(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.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Rosedale Suspension Bridge

(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.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Wayne's Fossil World

(Optional - Summer Only) Step into Wayne Marshall's fascinating curator's collection of 25,000 fossils, and his namesake raptor! Explore an incredible collection of real dinosaur fossils, bones, and badlands artifacts.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Eleventh Bridge of Wayne (pass by)

(Summer and Winter) Cruise through the scenic route through the ghost town of Wayne, AB, crossing all 11 historic bridges along the Rosebud River. Learn about the history of this once ghost town and the mining history of Drumheller. The tour does not stop at The Last Chance Saloon.
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Welcome to Drumheller Sign

(Optional - Summer and Winter) Stop briefly at the "Welcome to Drumheller" sign, marking your entry into Canada's Dinosaur Capital. Featuring a charming dinosaur emblem, it's a fun, quick photo opportunity before exploring the Badlands. Capture the moment with friends or family as you officially arrive in this prehistoric, fossil-rich corner of Alberta.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Horseshoe Canyon

(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.
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Badlands Guided Small Group Tour: Calgary to Drumheller Dinosaurs?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the adventure for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the adventure start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the adventure start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the adventure start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the adventure local time (MDT). Read more Apr 2025

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

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What's Included

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  • Bottled water
  • Booster seat
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Royal Tyrrell Museum (Admission Ticket)
  • World's Largest Dinosaur (Admission Ticket for Climb)
  • Wayne's Fossil World
  • Meals
  • Gratuities

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers

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