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Edmonton River Valley & Downtown

Edmonton · River Valley

Highlights

  • The Alberta Legislature Building and its river-valley grounds
  • Muttart Conservatory's glass pyramid gardens
  • Old Strathcona's historic district, shops, and cafés
  • A long day trip covering both of Alberta's major cities in one

Itinerary

7:30 AM

Pickup & drive to Edmonton

Pickup at Calgary Airport (YYC), north on the QE2 to downtown Edmonton (about 3 hours).

10:30 AM

Legislature grounds

Time at the Alberta Legislature Building and its river-valley gardens.

12:30 PM

Muttart Conservatory

A visit to the Conservatory's glass pyramids (lunch on your own beforehand).

2:30 PM

Old Strathcona

Free time in the Old Strathcona historic district.

4:30 PM

Return

Drive back, arriving at Calgary Airport (YYC) in the evening.

Route & Distances

  1. Calgary Airport (YYC)Edmonton≈ 300 km
  2. EdmontonCalgary Airport (YYC)≈ 300 km

Distances are approximate driving distances, for reference only — actual route and mileage on the day may vary.

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Regular departures run Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday. Booking is by request, not instant confirmation — contact us to confirm the exact date and seat availability.

What's Included

Includes

  • Round-trip transport from Calgary Airport (YYC) in an air-conditioned vehicle
  • English-speaking driver-guide (Vietnamese on request, subject to availability)

Excludes

  • Meals and personal expenses
  • Muttart Conservatory admission
  • Gratuities for your guide

Own Expenses

Optional activities you can add on-site — not included in the tour price.

  • Muttart Conservatory admission≈ $15 CAD / person

Cancellation Policy

CancelledRefund
21+ days before departureFull refund
7–20 days before departure50% refund
Less than 7 days before departureNo refund

Good to Know

  • Valid government-issued photo ID is required for every traveler on all departures.
  • Pickup and drop-off times are approximate and may shift by 15–30 minutes depending on traffic and road conditions.
  • Itinerary order and stops may change due to weather, road closures, or park conditions — safety comes first.
  • Comfortable walking shoes are recommended; stops involve short, easy walks rather than technical hiking.
  • Let us know about mobility needs, dietary restrictions, or large group sizes at the time of booking so we can plan accordingly.
  • Multi-day tours are priced based on double-occupancy hotel rooms; single-traveler and triple-occupancy rates are available on request.

Frequently Asked Questions

How far is Edmonton from Calgary?

About 300 km, roughly 3 hours each way via the QE2 highway — this is a long day given the round-trip drive.

Is this a good first Edmonton visit?

Yes, it covers the Legislature grounds, river valley, and Old Strathcona in a single (long) day.

Can we add West Edmonton Mall?

That's a separate route with more time built in for the mall and Fort Edmonton Park — see our West Edmonton Mall & Fort Edmonton Park day trip.

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