Drumheller & Hoodoos Day Trip from Calgary, Explore the Badlands

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9 hours (approx.)
Pickup offered
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

Swap the hustle and bustle of the city for the natural beauty of the rugged Badlands on a skip-the-line tour to Drumheller and the Hoodoos from Calgary. Marvel at dinosaur fossils at the Royal Tyrrell Museum; hike to the floor of Horseshoe Canyon; and explore the surreal landscape and otherworldly beauty of the sandstone pillars known as the Hoodoos. Enjoy hotel pickup for added convenience on this day trip.

Explore the Alberta Badlands without the hassle of renting a car
Check off plenty of the area’s highlights in just one tour
Skip the line at the Royal Tyrrell Museum for faster entry
Hotel pickup for a seamless start to your trip;

What's Included

Bottled water

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Pickup details

First Option: Pick up from Hyatt Regency Calgary is scheduled 08:30am Second Option: Pick up from Holiday Inn & Suites Calgary Airport North East Scheduled 09:00am.

What To Expect

Royal Tyrrell Museum

2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Horseshoe Canyon

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

The Hoodoos

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Rosedale Suspension Bridge

20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Wayne

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

World's Largest Dinosaur

20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible

Near public transportation
Infant seats available
Most travelers can participate

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Cancellation Policy

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

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Reviews

5.0

based on 25 reviews

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Amazing Day Trip from Calgary!

Lachlan_M, Apr 2026

This tour was absolutely amazing—we truly can’t recommend it enough. Our driver, Waleed, was incredibly accommodating and made the entire experience smooth, enjoyable, and memorable. My family and I are from Australia, and he went above and beyond to make our day feel special and unforgettable. We visited the Royal Tyrrell Museum, where we were able to skip the line, which made the experience even better. Waleed also took us to some incredible locations, including Horseshoe Canyon in the Alberta Badlands, the beautiful Hoodoos, and the Rosedale Suspension Bridge—each stop was unique and breathtaking. The Town of Wayne was especially interesting, and while we were there, Waleed recommended a fantastic lunch spot, the Last Chance Saloon. This was such a great addition to the day—the saloon is full of character, rich in history, with friendly staff and delicious food. We also visited the World’s Largest Dinosaur in Drumheller, which was a fun and memorable stop. This tour is absolutely worth the money. You’re well looked after, feel safe the entire time, and are returned comfortably to your starting location at the end of the day. Thank you, Waleed—you truly made our family’s day. We’d love to see you again! Thankyou - Lachlan

Response from Host, Apr 2026

Hi Lachlan, Thank you so much for your wonderful review it truly means a lot! I’m really happy to hear that you and your family had such a memorable day exploring Drumheller and the Badlands. It was an absolute pleasure hosting you all, and I’m glad you enjoyed every stop from the Royal Tyrrell Museum to Horseshoe Canyon, the Hoodoos, and the unique charm of Wayne and the Last Chance Saloon. Your kind words about the experience, comfort, and service are greatly appreciated. Knowing that your family from Australia felt well taken care of and had an unforgettable time makes it all worthwhile. Thank you again for choosing us it would be a pleasure to welcome you and your family back anytime!

Amazing experience

venkatesh_c, Apr 2026

I had toured badlands and drumheller with Waleed in a luxury car. Tour was amazing, very professional and highly informative. I learnt lot of things about Dinosaurs in Royal Tyrell museum and got to experience ancient stuff. Tour was a memorable experience.

Response from Host, Apr 2026

Hi Venkatesh, Thank you so much for your kind words and for taking the time to share your experience with us! We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed your Drumheller & Badlands tour and found it both informative and memorable. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we’re glad you had a great time exploring the Royal Tyrrell Museum and experiencing the history of the region. Your feedback truly means a lot to us and motivates us to continue providing the best possible experience to our guests. We hope to welcome you again on another adventure soon!

Great Tour Company

adi_b, Nov 2025

Perfect visit i'm visiting Calgary and i had a booking with other company and they canceled my booking day before the trip starts and i'm lucky i booked with this company and tour guide waleed super friendly and knowledgeable , vehicle is neat and clean super comfortable luxury suv , Highly recommend

Great trip

Chiharu_Y, Oct 2025

Waleed is very kind and funny conversation with visitors! And he was giving us the comfortable trip!! I’ll highly recommend!

Excellent Drumheller & Badlands Tour with Waleed - Rockies and Badland explorers!

Anton_P, Oct 2025

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Excellent Drumheller & Badlands Tour with Waleed - Rockies and Badland explorers! We visited Drumheller and the Canadian Badlands with Waleed as our driver and guide, and it was a perfect trip from start to finish. He picked us up right on time in a modern, comfortable luxury Lexus vehicle that was already warmed up for our journey. With only two other guests, it felt like a private tour. Waleed was attentive and thoughtful throughout, always ensuring our comfort. He want to entertain us by playing music from the countries where we were visiting. He even provided water and snacks, and shared interesting commentary along the way, supported by a recorded audio guide. He took us to all the key attractions, allowed plenty of time to explore, and was always happy to help with photos. He even walked with us to the main sights, pointing out all the highlights. At the end of the day, he kindly dropped us off at our preferred locations. We felt very lucky to have Waleed as our guide from Rockies and Badland explorers and highly recommend him to anyone planning sightseeing tours from Calgary! Thank you very much Waleed.

Amazing experience in Drumheller.

Lavanya_A, Oct 2025

It was wonderful tour trip to Drumheller, Tyrrell museum and Hoodoo’s with Waleed. He took to all the places what I’ve booked for and very patient and kind . While in journey he explained all about the historical places and it significance. I enjoyed this trip and highly recommend Waleed.

10 out of 10

Juliana_L, Oct 2025

I had a fantastic time during my trip to Drumheller with Waleed. He is a great and very attentive tour guide. I was the first customer of this company so they had no reviews and I was a bit hesitant about booking with them but I made a good choice. I was treated very well and I was never waiting in ticket lines. The itinerary is well-made and Waleed provided me with very interesting information and showed me also places which are not that known to tourists. He even picked me up from my home address and provided me with complimentary snacks! Waleed took very nice prictures of me as well. Thank you for an amazing experience.

Our guide, Waleed, was...

Hazel_L, Oct 2025

Our guide, Waleed, was super friendly and knowledgeable, sharing fun facts and stories about the area that made the trip even more enjoyable. Everything was well-organized, and we had a good time to explore the places mentioned in itinerary. Overall, it was such a fun and memorable experience! I’d recommend this tour to anyone who loves nature and dinosaurs.

Response from Host, Oct 2025

Thank You so much, Hazel, For Your Kind Words! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed exploring Drumheller and the Hoodoos with us. it was pleasure having you on the tour, and we're glad you found the experience fun and memorable. we hope to welcome you back on another Rockies & Badlands Adventure soon!

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