18 / Alberta
Edmonton Jasper
Explore Alberta Circle
Lake Louise
Drumheller
Banff and Canmore
Calgary
calgary / drumheller / edmonton / jasper / lake louise / banff / canmore
Discover Western hospitality, majestic scenery, dinosaurs, national parks, museums and a host of outdoor activities on this Rocky Mountains highlights tour DAYs 1-2 Explore Calgary Alberta is one of the most breathtaking places on earth, as vast as it is varied in landscape and experiences. Located in Western Canada, the province is bordered by the spectacular Canadian Rocky Mountains, with its jagged peaks and turquoise lakes to the west and the Badlands and rolling prairies to the east. Explore UNESCO World Heritage Sites and the many parks and wildlands the protect the bounty of wildlife that makes this place their home. Alberta’s cities are known for their western hospitality, chef-driven cuisine, classic and quirky theatre and lively music events, outdoor festivals and accommodation to suit all tastes and budget. You will arrive into Calgary, a vibrant city with an ever-changing list of “must-see” attractions, and pick up your rental car. Whether you step back in time at Heritage Park, take in a sidecar adventure, visit one of the many museums and galleries, or join a food or brewery tour, make sure you plan some time to explore.
THE TURQUOISE BLUE GLACIER-FED PEYTO LAKE LOCATED IN BANFF NATIONAL PARK
DAY 3 Calgary - Drumheller 90 miles. Drive to Drumheller to visit the Royal Tyrrell Museum and walk amongst the impressive array of dinosaur fossils. The Grounds for Discovery hall introduces visitors to some of the incredible fossils that have been found through industry, and the workers who found them. Wander around the unique landscape shaped by sandstone pillar hoodoos. There is a good choice of hotels in Drumheller.
Look out!
The Columbia Icefield Skywalk looks out on mountain peaks and glaciercarved valleys
DAY 4 Drumheller - Edmonton 173 miles. Drive north to Alberta’s capital city, Edmonton, but along the way be sure to make a stop at Red Deer’s famous Doughnut Shack, which attracts visitors from near and far for its cinnamon buns and donuts. They also offer soups, sandwiches and a variety of coffee based drinks.
DISCOVER HUNDREDS OF STANDSTONE HOODOOS IN THE CANADIAn badlands
selling canada Classic Canadian Itineraries
Alberta V13.indd 18
4/26/22 05:03 PM
