Alberta Lakes, Glaciers & Dinosaurs
SELF DRIVE TOUR
BANFF | JASPER | EDMONTON | DRUMHELLER | DINOSAUR PROVINCIAL PARK
Explore the best of Alberta, from mountains, glaciers, lakes and the historical sites where dinosaur fossils have been found. A great tour for families and those looking to explore beyond the city and travel back to when dinosaurs once roamed.
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Your Itinerary
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Day 1 : Calgary to Banff (72 miles)
Collect your car on arrival in Calgary for the short drive to Banff.
Day 2 : Banff
Today you can personalise your day by choosing 1 of 4 excursions:
- Banff Gondola
- Lake Minnewanka Cruise
- River Explorer Canoe Tour
- Bow River Horseback
Day 4 : Lake Louise (38 miles)
Drive the scenic Bow Valley Parkway route which runs parallel to the Trans-Canada highway. Be sure to stop at Johnston Canyon and walk along the paved footpath to either the lower or upper waterfalls.
Day 4 : Jasper (129 miles)
Drive the amazing Icefields Parkway. Stop enroute for an Ice Explorer ride and a walk on the Glacier Skywalk.
Day 5 : Jasper
Today you can personalise your day by choosing 1 of 3 excursions:
- Maligne Lake Cruise
- Jasper River Float
- Guided Nature Walk
Day 6 : Edmonton (226 miles)
Journey into the golden prairies of Alberta. Arrive in the city of Edmonton, and spend the remainder of your day exploring.
Day 7 : Edmonton
A free day to Explore Edmonton.
Day 8 : Drumheller (173 miles)
Depart Edmonton and head south towards the badlands of Alberta and the city of Drumheller. This fascinating destination is home to a unique landscape shaped by sandstone pillar hoodoos. Many dinosaur fossils have been excavated from this area, drawing palaeontologists from around the world. Visit the Royal Tyrrell Museum.
Day 9 : Dinosaur Provincial Park
Exploring from Drumheller, travel two hours to Dinosaur Provincial Park, where you will have a chance escape the ordinary and venture into the rugged Canadian Badlands. Two interpretive displays allow you to see what a dig site really looks like.
Day 10 : Calgary (83 Miles)
Conclude this memorable holiday with a quick drive from Drumheller to Calgary. Your tour ends on arrival with the return of this car.
