2 days

Two Day Drumheller and the Hoodos

Start Location Calgary
End Location Calgary
Code
2DDH
Starting From
$630 USD
Places Visited

Calgary, Drumheller

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Tour Overview

Featuring landscapes like nowhere else on earth, the Canadian Badlands will transport you to another time and place. From prehistoric fossil beds and rocky canyons to coal mining ghost towns and cowboy hangouts, there’s plenty to discover in this unique area.

Start Location Calgary
End Location Calgary

Top Highlights

  • Royal Tyrrell Museum of Paleontology
  • Exploring the Hoodoos
  • Atlas Coal Mine guided visit (please not this experience is non-accesible)

An unforgettable journey awaits you

Embark on a travel experience that will stay with you forever. We offer a blend of culture, adventure, and tranquility, ensuring every moment is filled with wonder. Whether you’re seeking thrill or relaxation, we create journeys that are truly unforgettable.

The journey Begins

  • Royal Tyrrell Museum of Paleontology

    We travel northeast of Calgary to the town of Drumheller. Located in the Badlands of the Red Deer Valley, Drumheller was once a booming coal town with over 100 active coal mines in the region. Now, it is best known as the home of the Royal Tyrrell Museum of Paleontology. Before arriving at Drumheller, we will make a stop at the Horseshoe Canyon viewpoint. Stand on the edge of this massive U-shaped canyon and survey the beauty and mystery of the badlands and hoodoos. The two arms of the canyon extend approximately 5 kilometres each, and the platforms at the top offer stunning vistas for picture-perfect photos.The Royal Tyrrell Museum of Paleontology is Canada’s only museum dedicated exclusively to the study of ancient life. In addition to featuring one of the world’s largest displays of dinosaurs, it offers a wide variety of creative, fun, and educational programs that bring the prehistoric past to life. Upon arrival, we will enjoy a moderate adult hike. Explore the remarkable fossils, rocks, plants, animals, and history of the Badlands. Following the hike, enjoy a tour through the Royal Tyrrell Museum.Enjoy a group dinner at a local eatery in Drumheller.

    Overnight: Drumheller


    Meals: Dinner

  • Hoodoos and Atlas Coal Mine

    This morning, we’re off to visit the hoodoos. Hoodoos take millions of years to form and stand 5 to 7 meters tall. Each hoodoo is a sandstone pillar resting on a thick base of shale capped by a large stone. Hoodoos are very fragile and can erode completely if the capstone is dislodged. The protected hoodoo site is a guaranteed spot to see hoodoos, but smaller versions of these sandstone giants can be found throughout the Badlands. Enjoy a moderate hike on the famous Hoodoos Trail, followed by a picnic lunch. Next, enjoy a guided tour of the Atlas Coal Mine. Ascend the last wooden tipple in Canada. Witness the inner mechanical workings of this nationally designated historic icon. View the massive shaker plants. Hear harrowing stories of the men and boys who worked in the dangerous tipples of Drumheller Valley. Transfer back to Calgary.


    Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

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Status Trip start Trip End price single supplement Book
AVAILABLE
Mon, 19 Oct 2026
Tue, 20 Oct 2026
$630 USD
$88 USD
AVAILABLE
Mon, 26 Oct 2026
Tue, 27 Oct 2026
$630 USD
$88 USD
We accept:
Visa Mastercard American Express

The price is per person and includes tax.

Applicable taxes vary depending on travel destination and are not included. Please ask your sales agent what extra taxes will be payable for your tour.

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What’s Included

  • Round trip transportation from you’re the Telus Convention Centre
  • Sightseeing tour of the Town of Drumheller
  • Admission and a guided tour of the Royal Tyrell Museum
  • Guided hike on the Hoodoo Trail
  • Admission to the Atlas Coal Mine with guided tour
  • Accommodations as listed
  • Meals as listed
  • Professional Tour Leader

What’s Not Included

  • Taxes as applicable
  • Meals not specifically mentioned as included in the itinerary
  • Gratuities for Local Guides, Tour Managers, and/or Bus Drivers
  • Travel Insurance and Cancellation Protection (strongly recommended, ask us for a quote!)
  • Items (attractions and sightseeing & entrance fees) not listed as included in the itinerary

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Tour Questions

This 2-day escorted tour includes round-trip transportation from the Telus Convention Centre, a professional Tour Leader, sightseeing in Drumheller, admissions and guided tours for the Royal Tyrrell Museum and the Atlas Coal Mine, a guided hike on the Hoodoo Trail, accommodations in Drumheller, and specified meals (1 breakfast, 1 lunch, and 1 dinner).

Excluded from the base price are applicable taxes, meals not specifically mentioned in the itinerary, gratuities for local guides, tour managers, and bus drivers, travel insurance and cancellation protection, and any unlisted attractions or entrance fees.

Pricing starts from $630 USD per person with a single supplement of $88 USD. Upcoming 2026 departure dates include October 19, 2026, and October 26, 2026.

The tour departs from and returns to Calgary, specifically starting with round-trip transportation from the Telus Convention Centre.

Major highlights include a scenic stop at the Horseshoe Canyon viewpoint, exploring dinosaur displays and a moderate adult hike at the Royal Tyrrell Museum of Paleontology, viewing the fragile rock formations on the Hoodoo Trail, and ascending Canada's last wooden tipple during a guided tour of the Atlas Coal Mine.

Included meals consist of a group dinner at a local eatery in Drumheller on Day 1, followed by breakfast and a picnic lunch on Day 2.

The official tour code is 2DDH.

Yes, the guided visit to the Atlas Coal Mine is noted in the itinerary details as being non-accessible.

Yes, a full itinerary brochure detailing all inclusions, exclusions, and day-by-day activities is available to download directly from the tour page.

You can reserve your spot by selecting an available departure date and using the "Book Now" option on the tour page. You can also contact Anderson Vacations at 1-866-814-7378 for further information.
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An unforgettable journey awaits you

Embark on a travel experience that will stay with you forever. We offer a blend of culture, adventure, and tranquility, ensuring every moment is filled with wonder. Whether you’re seeking thrill or relaxation, we create journeys that are truly unforgettable.

The journey Begins

  • Royal Tyrrell Museum of Paleontology

    We travel northeast of Calgary to the town of Drumheller. Located in the Badlands of the Red Deer Valley, Drumheller was once a booming coal town with over 100 active coal mines in the region. Now, it is best known as the home of the Royal Tyrrell Museum of Paleontology. Before arriving at Drumheller, we will make a stop at the Horseshoe Canyon viewpoint. Stand on the edge of this massive U-shaped canyon and survey the beauty and mystery of the badlands and hoodoos. The two arms of the canyon extend approximately 5 kilometres each, and the platforms at the top offer stunning vistas for picture-perfect photos.The Royal Tyrrell Museum of Paleontology is Canada’s only museum dedicated exclusively to the study of ancient life. In addition to featuring one of the world’s largest displays of dinosaurs, it offers a wide variety of creative, fun, and educational programs that bring the prehistoric past to life. Upon arrival, we will enjoy a moderate adult hike. Explore the remarkable fossils, rocks, plants, animals, and history of the Badlands. Following the hike, enjoy a tour through the Royal Tyrrell Museum.Enjoy a group dinner at a local eatery in Drumheller.

    Overnight: Drumheller


    Meals: Dinner

  • Hoodoos and Atlas Coal Mine

    This morning, we’re off to visit the hoodoos. Hoodoos take millions of years to form and stand 5 to 7 meters tall. Each hoodoo is a sandstone pillar resting on a thick base of shale capped by a large stone. Hoodoos are very fragile and can erode completely if the capstone is dislodged. The protected hoodoo site is a guaranteed spot to see hoodoos, but smaller versions of these sandstone giants can be found throughout the Badlands. Enjoy a moderate hike on the famous Hoodoos Trail, followed by a picnic lunch. Next, enjoy a guided tour of the Atlas Coal Mine. Ascend the last wooden tipple in Canada. Witness the inner mechanical workings of this nationally designated historic icon. View the massive shaker plants. Hear harrowing stories of the men and boys who worked in the dangerous tipples of Drumheller Valley. Transfer back to Calgary.


    Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Download Full Itinerary

Status Trip start Trip End price single supplement Book
AVAILABLE
Mon, 19 Oct 2026
Tue, 20 Oct 2026
$630 USD
$88 USD
AVAILABLE
Mon, 26 Oct 2026
Tue, 27 Oct 2026
$630 USD
$88 USD
We accept:
Visa Mastercard American Express

The price is per person and includes tax.

Applicable taxes vary depending on travel destination and are not included. Please ask your sales agent what extra taxes will be payable for your tour.

Star Icon

OUR KEY TO EARNING TRUST IS

Transparency

What’s Included

  • Round trip transportation from you’re the Telus Convention Centre
  • Sightseeing tour of the Town of Drumheller
  • Admission and a guided tour of the Royal Tyrell Museum
  • Guided hike on the Hoodoo Trail
  • Admission to the Atlas Coal Mine with guided tour
  • Accommodations as listed
  • Meals as listed
  • Professional Tour Leader

What’s Not Included

  • Taxes as applicable
  • Meals not specifically mentioned as included in the itinerary
  • Gratuities for Local Guides, Tour Managers, and/or Bus Drivers
  • Travel Insurance and Cancellation Protection (strongly recommended, ask us for a quote!)
  • Items (attractions and sightseeing & entrance fees) not listed as included in the itinerary
Download Itinerary

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Tour Questions

This 2-day escorted tour includes round-trip transportation from the Telus Convention Centre, a professional Tour Leader, sightseeing in Drumheller, admissions and guided tours for the Royal Tyrrell Museum and the Atlas Coal Mine, a guided hike on the Hoodoo Trail, accommodations in Drumheller, and specified meals (1 breakfast, 1 lunch, and 1 dinner).

Excluded from the base price are applicable taxes, meals not specifically mentioned in the itinerary, gratuities for local guides, tour managers, and bus drivers, travel insurance and cancellation protection, and any unlisted attractions or entrance fees.

Pricing starts from $630 USD per person with a single supplement of $88 USD. Upcoming 2026 departure dates include October 19, 2026, and October 26, 2026.

The tour departs from and returns to Calgary, specifically starting with round-trip transportation from the Telus Convention Centre.

Major highlights include a scenic stop at the Horseshoe Canyon viewpoint, exploring dinosaur displays and a moderate adult hike at the Royal Tyrrell Museum of Paleontology, viewing the fragile rock formations on the Hoodoo Trail, and ascending Canada's last wooden tipple during a guided tour of the Atlas Coal Mine.

Included meals consist of a group dinner at a local eatery in Drumheller on Day 1, followed by breakfast and a picnic lunch on Day 2.

The official tour code is 2DDH.

Yes, the guided visit to the Atlas Coal Mine is noted in the itinerary details as being non-accessible.

Yes, a full itinerary brochure detailing all inclusions, exclusions, and day-by-day activities is available to download directly from the tour page.

You can reserve your spot by selecting an available departure date and using the "Book Now" option on the tour page. You can also contact Anderson Vacations at 1-866-814-7378 for further information.
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Do you have more questions?

If you still have questions or need more information, feel free to ask! Simply fill out the form below, and our team will get back to you with the answers you need

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or

YOU CAN CALL US AT
1-866-814-7378

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