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Drumheller Dinosaur Valley & Horseshoe Canyon Adventure Day Tour

16 Reviews 4.19 out of 5 stars Based on 16 traveler reviews collected by Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor | Calgary, Canada
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8 hours (approx.)
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Offered in: English
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Mandarin

Overview

Uncover your inner archaeologist as you look for fossils and learn about the prehistoric creatures that roamed the hills and grasslands outside of Alberta's capital. Visit Drumheller on this full-day excursion, explore rugged canyonlands, and get-up close looks at monolothic hoodoo rock formations.

What's Included

  • Traffic Accident Insurance (10M liability)
  • GST (Goods and Services Tax)
  • Royal Tyrrell Museum Admission (Except September 27th)
  • Lunch
  • Personal expense and travel insurance
  • Specific Hotel Pick up (we meet all travelers at a meeting point)
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610 4 Avenue Southwest
Calgary, AB T2P 0K1, Canada

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Horseshoe Canyon

A glacier-carved "U" surrounded by golden prairie, the aptly named Horseshoe Canyon is a dramatic introduction to the badlands.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Royal Tyrrell Museum

Features ten signature galleries devoted to paleontology, with 40 dinosaur skeletons with more than 110000 fossil specimens. (Optional)
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2 hours Admission Ticket Included

Drumheller's Little Church

This church was first erected by local contractor Trygve Seland, in cooperation with the ministerial Association in 1968 and was reconstructed by inmates of the Drumheller Institution in 1991. It was designed as a place of worship and mediation and not just a tourist attraction.
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

The Hoodoos

The Drumheller hoodoos are internationally recognized icons of the Alberta badlands. Composed of sand and clay from the Horseshoe Canyon Formation, the solid, strong capstones protect the softer, underlying base creating their unique mushroom-like shape.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Drumheller Visitor Information Centre

Located at the base of the World's Largest Dinosaur, the Drumheller Visitor Information Centre is open year-round to meet all of your traveling needs.
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 25 travelers

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Drumheller Dinosaur Valley & Horseshoe Canyon Adventure Day Tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CST).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

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

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Activity code: C-220265P13

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What's Included

Activity name

  • Traffic Accident Insurance (10M liability)
  • GST (Goods and Services Tax)
  • Royal Tyrrell Museum Admission (Except September 27th)
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Professional Tour guide (Bilingual Chinese-English tour guide)
  • Lunch
  • Personal expense and travel insurance
  • Specific Hotel Pick up (we meet all travelers at a meeting point)
  • Gratuities (Suggested: CAD $15 per person per day in cash)

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 25 travelers

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