Badlands Guided Small Group Tour: Calgary to Drumheller Dinosaurs
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Calgary, Canada
- 8 to 10 hours (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Discover dinosaur facts you won’t find in guidebooks on this full-day small-group tour of Alberta’s Drumheller Badlands. After setting out from Calgary, enjoy the dinosaur exhibits at the Royal Tyrrell Museum’s paleontology displays, visit Drumheller's Little Church, take in Wayne’s Fossil World’s extensive collection, stop briefly at the Welcome to Drumheller Sign for a photo, wander among the towering mushroom-shaped rock pillars at The Hoodoos, and much more.
- Enjoy a small-group experience with time for guide interaction
- Snap photos of the panoramic views from the Rosedale Suspension Bridge
- Visit Drumheller's Little Church, a unique roadside attraction
- Stop briefly at the Welcome to Drumheller Sign for a fun photo opportunity
What's Included
- Admission Fee - Royal Tyrrell Museum (Admission Ticket)
- Admission Fee - World's Largest Dinosaur (Admission Ticket for Climb)
- Admission Fee - Wayne's Fossil World
- Bottled water
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Booster seat
- Gratuities
- Meals
Meeting and Pickup
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End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.Operating hours.8:30 am
Itinerary
1
World's Largest Dinosaur
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
2
Royal Tyrrell Museum
3 hours • Admission Ticket Included
3
Drumheller's Little Church
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
4
Horsethief Canyon
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
5
The Hoodoos
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
6
Rosedale Suspension Bridge
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
7
Wayne's Fossil World
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Eleventh Bridge of Wayne (Pass By)
8
Welcome to Drumheller Sign
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
9
Horseshoe Canyon
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Most travelers can participate
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
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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 76 reviews
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Marek, Jun 2026
Very knowledgable guide/driver, a lot of details and interesting stories related to the trip as well as the places we saw on the way to the Badlands, never boring. Amazing landscapes and views, fascinating museum. We also learnt a lot about the province of Alberta.
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Hi, Thanks for your wonderful review. Glad that you enjoyed the day tour and wishing you safe travels.
Amey_M, Jun 2026
Loved the experience from start to finish! It was excellent value for money, especially with the small group size, which made the trip feel more personal and enjoyable. Everything was well-organized and ran smoothly throughout. Raj was an incredibly patient, professional, and knowledgeable guide who made the experience even better. I would definitely recommend this tour to anyone looking for a memorable and hassle-free trip.
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Hi, Thanks for your commendation. Glad you liked the itinerary and info. Wish you safe travels.
Karan_T, Jun 2026
Great experience if you love dinosaurs! The badlands scenery is also stunning. But really, nothing beats the T-Rex!
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Thanks for the review sir. And Glad you liked the itinerary.
Regina_C, Jun 2026
Raj was such an awesome tour guide. He was very informative about each sight, then dropped us off at each one and let us explore independently. I really appreciated the structure of the tour. There is a good amount of flexibility in choosing which sights to be visited so that every group member could be satisfied. Raj would drive back and forth to the minor sights and the museum so that everyone could choose what they wanted. The only critique I have is the stop at the World's Largest Dinosaur, which is purely tacky, but I guess it's popular enough for others to warrant a visit. We wanted to stay longer at the Royal Tyrell Museum, and we were able to choose the full 3 hour visit there instead of the other minor optional visits. Every other tour company offers you less time there, which is why I chose them in the first place. If you want to linger at the museum longer, book this tour!
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Hi, Thanks for your gleaming review. Much obliged and wish you safe travels.
Jonathan_C, May 2026
Raj was a great tour guide, very knowledgeable, helpful and friendly. He went out of his way to ensure we both had an enjoyable experience and answered our questions.
Response from Host, May 2026
Thanks for your kind words. W8dh you safe travels.
Lee_R, Apr 2026
Awesome trip, Raj was very informative and was able to give us extra views on top of a fab itinerary
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Thanks for your commendation guys. Wish you the best for your Rockies Tour.
agrajaskanda, Apr 2026
This is a wonderfully comprehensive tour of the Drumheller/Badlands region. It is well-paced and covers a lot of ground. The Royal Tyrell Museum is the undisputed highlight of the tour. Raj is a great guide and conversationalist, both informative and friendly. I would highly recommend this tour to anyone wanting to explore Drumheller and the Badlands.
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Thanks for the review, it was pleasant traveling with you.
Paul_W, Mar 2026
I really can't say enough positive things about my tour Friday! It was well timed, my tour guide was informative and entertaining but not over bearing giving me time to take in all of the sites. Really enjoyed all of the stops along the way. This Drumhellar tour far exceeded my expectations. My favorite part would be the Royal Tyrrell Museum. Highly reccomend!
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Thank you for your kind words. It was a exciting day traveling to Drumheler with you.
Tania_W, Feb 2026
Raj was the perfect host! Had the best day and enjoyed every minute.
Would highly recommend Raj and this day trip
Response from Host, Feb 2026
Thank you for your commendation. It was fun traveling with you. Safe travels.
Olga_V, Nov 2025
The tour was great and very well paced. My issue with most tours is that the stops are too long and I get bored. At first, I was hesitant about 2.5 hrs at the dinosaur museum, but between the exhibits themselves, hike rout, viewpoint and lunch there’s actually a lot to do. Overall, I feel like it was efficient but not rushed.
My group was 4 people (+ the tour guide Raj) in a van. The vehicle is new, clean and has enough space. Raj was accommodating and gave a lot of info. Overall highly recommend if you came to Calgary without a car and want to see something other than Banff. The terrain in the Badlands is out of this world
Response from Host, Nov 2025
Thanks for your review, I keep trying to improve it. And I'm glad you had a nice day.
Ann_G, Oct 2025
A well paced tour. A lot of time at the Royal Tyrrel Museum, which is good because the exhibits are extensive. Short stops for places like Hoodoos, horse thief canyon and horseshoe canyon where you are essentially just viewing the landscape. Guide was very knowledgeable. Also a small group tour, which is good.
Response from Host, Oct 2025
Thanks for your positive review. Hope to serve you again in Calgary. Safe travels.
Patrick_L, Oct 2025
The guide was very welcoming and efficient. He gave interesting comments, and took care of his passengers. He is a prudent driver.
Response from Host, Oct 2025
Thanks for your review sir. Hope to serve you again in Calgary.
Leslie_B, Oct 2025
The trip cost is so worth it. Our guide Raj made sure that we are comfortable during the tour. He is very organized and knowledgeable about the history of each place that we visited. I’m a solo traveler and he is kind enough to take photos of me. Highly recommended!
Response from Host, Oct 2025
Thanks for the review. Wish you all the best for your travels.
Victoria_P, Oct 2025
An amazing day with the most amazing guide. The trip to see the dinosaurs and Badlands in Drumheller was fantastic. From the beginning when we met Raj he made us feel comfortable and completely filled us in on all the useful knowledge we needed about the landscapes and discoveries. I would recommend this day trip without hesitation.
Response from Host, Oct 2025
Thanks for the recommendation. Enjoy your visit in Alberta.
Andy_C, Sep 2025
The Tyrrel dinosaur museum and tour of the Badlands are amazing, our guide Raj was very knowledgeable on the places and their history, enhancing the experience.
Response from Host, Sep 2025
Thank You for your commendation. Wish you safe travels.
Dorothea_V, Sep 2025
Unfortunately Drumheller was doing maintenance on two major attractions which dampened our enthusiasm a bit. However, our guide Raj went out of his way to more than make up for this. It was a lovely trip. Raj is knowledgeable and helpful. The museum is breathtaking and the badlands an unexpected but extremely interesting experience. Raj took us out, even though only two participants. WOW! Thank you!
Response from Host, Sep 2025
Thank you for your kind words. I learned a lot from you too. Hope to see you again in Calgary
Stacey_L, Aug 2025
Highly recommend this great day trip from Calgary! The tour was very well-organised with a knowledgeable guide and personalised itinerary. I learned so much about the area, and really enjoyed the museum and other unique and fascinating sites. An awesome experience while in the region, shouldn't be missed!
Response from Host, Sep 2025
Thank you for your review. Hope to serve you again in Calgary.
Abhishek_S, Aug 2025
"When booking a tour as a solo traveler, cancellations are a risk. Not with Raj from Rocky Charter! The trip to Drumheller this August was perfect. Raj's professionalism and passion were evident. The itinerary balanced iconic sights with unique, local spots. His historical knowledge and warm personality made the tour feel personal. Raj's dedication is a huge asset to his business and is highly recommended to anyone seeking a reliable and exceptional tour experience. Book with Raj—it won't be regretted."
Response from Host, Sep 2025
Thank you for your commendation. I admire your passion for travel, and hope to serve you again in Calgary.
Sharon_S, Jul 2025
First off, the communication with the tour operator (Raj) is really good. It ended up just my husband and me=a private tour!
We enjoyed the whole day so much. The sites we saw:
The Royal Tyrrell Museum which is phenomenal, Drumheller and all the dinosaur statues
Wayne and the Last Chance Saloon
The Hoodoos which you need to see in person because photos don’t do justice
Horseshoe Canyon- the views from the top and the bottom
Raj made sure we were happy.
He’s a great safe driver and provides commentary during the drive.
He also plays a narration from a tour guide app that is interesting and funny!
We feel like we lucked out picking this excursion.
Response from Host, Sep 2025
Thanks for giving me the opportunity to manage your day in Drumheller. You are delightful guests, and I hope you enjoy your Alberta Tour.
Philippe_c, May 2026
Great experience with a guide who knew the history of the region well. Safe journey in a small group. The visit was a bit long.
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Response from Host, May 2026
Thanks for your review guys. Sorry the tour went longer than the usual timeline.
Gael_R, Oct 2025
Raj is fantastic! He has a lot of knowledge about everything in the tour, and even beyond! He listened to our requests and very accommodating. We had a memorable day thanks to him. The sights to visit were very interesting. Enough time spent in the museum which is huge, and enough time spent in all other sites too. We did not feel rushed by the schedule and we had a great day overall and learned a lot. Thank you Raj!
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Response from Host, Nov 2025
Merci pour vos compliments ! Bon voyage et bonne route . (Google Translate)
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