Discover Alberta's Badlands with a full-day trip from Calgary featuring dinosaur fossils, Hoodoos, and coal mining history. Experience the Royal Tyrrell Museum and scenic suspension bridge walks.
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Difficulty
moderate
Duration
10 hours
Fitness Level
Moderate fitness recommended to comfortably navigate short hikes and extended museum visits.
Wildlife
History
Drumheller's Badlands are home to fossil beds that contributed to establishing the Royal Tyrrell Museum in 1985.
Conservation
Efforts focus on protecting delicate sandstone formations and managing visitor impact along popular trails.
Alberta Blue Sky Tours
Discover Alberta's Badlands with a full-day trip from Calgary featuring dinosaur fossils, Hoodoos, and coal mining history. Experience the Royal Tyrrell Museum and scenic suspension bridge walks.
Alberta Blue Sky Tours offers curated sightseeing tours and private transfers across the Canadian Rockies, connecting Calgary, Banff, Lake Louise, Jasper, Revelstoke, Panorama/Invermere, Golden and surrounding destinations. Guided experiences include small-group sightseeing around Banff and Lake Louise, full-day routes through Banff and Yoho National Parks, and signature drives along the Icefields Parkway with optional Ice Explorer glacier access.
Private transfer services provide door-to-door transportation in comfortable vehicles with an interpretive guide, luggage handling, and flexible pick-up and drop-off options. Transfer routes listed include Calgary/Banff to Revelstoke, Calgary/Banff to Jasper, Panorama/Invermere to Calgary/Banff, and Golden to Calgary/Banff/Canmore.
Day-trip highlights include a Drumheller & Badlands tour featuring the Royal Tyrrell Museum, Hoodoos, and Star Mine Suspension Bridge, plus dedicated full-day options between Jasper and Lake Louise or Banff. The Banff Highlights experiences combine local-guided drives to Surprise Corner, Bow Falls and a gondola ride to Sulphur Mountain for panoramic vistas and photography stops.
Alberta Blue Sky Tours emphasizes safety, local interpretation, and memorable photo stops. Services are presented as comfortable, reliable, and professionally guided — ideal for travelers seeking an efficient transfer or a small-group national park exploration. Clear meeting instructions, experienced interpretive guides, and included luggage support contribute to a stress-free mountain travel experience.
Tours Offered
10
Guided and private options available
Small Groups
Intimate groups
Local guides lead small-group tours
Iconic Sights
Banff, Jasper, Lake Louise
Stops include gondola and glacier
Private Transfers
Door-to-door service
Includes luggage handling and guide
Book a small-group tour or private transfer — secure seats, door-to-door service, and local guides await.
Stay hydrated on canyon trails
Carry sufficient water when walking near Hoodoos and along the suspension bridge, as shade is limited in the Badlands.
Wear sturdy footwear
Trails can be rocky and uneven, so choose supportive hiking shoes to navigate Badlands terrain safely.
Bring sun protection
The open landscape offers little relief from the sun; a wide-brim hat and sunscreen are critical during summer months.
Check museum hours in advance
The Royal Tyrrell Museum has specific opening times; verify them beforehand to plan your visit accordingly.
Comfortable walking shoes
Supportive shoes are necessary for uneven trails and walking in the museum.
Water bottle
Keep hydrated to handle the dry climate and physical activity.
summer
Sunscreen
Protect your skin from strong sun exposure on exposed trails.
summer
Light jacket
Layer up during spring visits when temperatures may be cooler in the morning and evening.
spring