Private Drumheller & Badlands Tour from Calgary
Operated by Alberta Blue Sky ToursDuration: 10 hours
Private Drumheller & Badlands Tour Information
Your full-day private tour starts from your pick-up location in Calgary. The drive from Calgary to Drumheller takes approximately 1.5 hours. Points of interest in the area include the Hoodoos, Horsethief Canyon, Atlas Coal Mine, Star Mine Suspension Bridge, the ghost town of Wayne, and the optional Royal Tyrrell Museum.
At the end of your tour, your guide will drop you off in the location of your choice within Calgary.
Joining Instructions
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If this tour has the ABS voucher code noted on your itinerary, it will be operated by Alberta Blue Sky Tours (a division of Canada Rail Vacations), and no voucher will need to be presented.
Please be ready at your hotel’s main entrance area 5 minutes before the scheduled pick-up time in your itinerary. If there are any issues connecting with your driver-guide, they will call you.
If you have any questions about this transfer, please contact us directly at 1 888 589 3777.
If this transfer has the IBD or DIR voucher code noted on your itinerary, it has been booked directly with the supplier, with the name of the supplier noted on your itinerary, in the notes section.
Please be ready at your hotel’s main entrance area 5 minutes before the scheduled pick-up time in your itinerary. If there are any issues connecting with your driver-guide, they will call you.
If you have any questions about this tour, please contact Canada Rail Vacations at 1 888 589 3777
Adding admission to the Royal Tyrrell Museum of Paleontology is recommended as it displays one of the world’s largest collections of dinosaurs and is Canada’s only museum dedicated to the study of ancient life.
*Please note that access to some sites and sightseeing destinations may be closed without notice due to weather conditions, Parks Canada-mandated closures, or special circumstances. Please contact us at 1 888 589 3777 for more information.
More About This Tour
Leaving Calgary, the drive transitions from open prairies to the striking landscapes of Alberta’s Badlands. A highlight is the Royal Tyrrell Museum*, home to world-class dinosaur exhibits and paleontological discoveries.
Other stops may include the Star Mine Suspension Bridge with sweeping canyon views, the Hoodoos with their unique rock formations, and the Atlas Coal Mine National Historic Site, where Alberta’s mining history comes to life. Guests may also visit the historic ghost town of Wayne and the Last Chance Saloon, reached by crossing a series of record-setting bridges.
The tour often concludes at Horsethief Canyon, offering panoramic vistas of rugged Badlands terrain. From ancient fossils to cultural landmarks, Drumheller delivers a journey rich in history, scenery, and unforgettable experiences.
Preferred Partner
Enjoy a customized journey through Alberta and the Canadian Rockies with Alberta Blue Sky Tours, our trusted partner offering exclusive private tours and transfers, designed for travellers seeking a personalized itinerary and dedicated guide and driver service, subject to availability.
For tours and transfers operated by Alberta Blue Sky Tours, gratuities are an important part of guide compensation. All gratuities are optional, but go a long way and are very appreciated! Guests from regions where tipping is less common are encouraged to leave a 5-star review. When a review is received, a $10 company-funded gratuity is provided directly to the guide, and this applies to every half-day or full-day tour throughout your trip! Leaving a review is a meaningful way to support the tour guide team: Alberta Blue Sky Tours – Review
For more details on tipping while visiting Canada, please visit our Tipping Guidelines in Canada page.
$40.00 to $50.00 per person, per day
(Recommended)
Interested in booking a private tour in the Rockies?
These Private Tours (up to 9/10 people) are available for guests booked with Canada Rail Vacations, pending availability.
For independent travelers with a free day in Banff, Lake Louise, or Jasper, check below for availability on one of these tours.
Please contact us at [email protected] should you wish to include this tour during your stay with us in Calgary.
