8 Best Tours In Edmonton, Canada - Updated 2024

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The capital city of the Canadian Province, Alberta, Edmonton is a city that loves celebrations. It hosts events all year-round, so you have plenty of options to choose from. These much-celebrated festivities have given Edmonton the nickname of ‘Canada’s Festival City.’

Apart from being indulged in jovial celebrations, Edmonton is also known for its West Edmonton Mall, which is the largest mall of North America. The landscape, beauty, culture, arts, and tradition of Edmonton will blow your mind. In this article, you will find the eight best tours that you simply cannot miss. Get your pen and paper ready!

1. Edmonton River Valley 60-minute Segway adventure

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Your Segway adventure begins with an in-depth training from a certified Segway instructor before you head out and experience it. The training session usually takes about 30 minutes, but since everybody learns at a different pace, the time taken may vary. After the training, you begin your unforgettable ride through North America’s largest urban parkland. You get to enjoy the beautiful and breathtaking scenery of the river as never before. Also, multiple departures for the tour are available throughout the day, beginning from 9 a.m.

Edmonton River Valley 60-minute Segway adventure

Address: Edmonton, Canada

Duration: 60 minutes (approx.)

Price From 48.52 USD

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2. Edmonton River Valley 60-minute winter Segway trek (From 48.52 USD)

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Source: Photo by Wikimedia Commons user Elizabeth from bu... used under CC BY 2.0

The tour begins with an in-depth training by certified trainers before you embark on your adventure. The tour goes along the North Saskatchewan River and the spectacular Trans Canada Trail, the longest continuous trail in North America. This is an all-year round tour so you can choose the time that suits you the most. Operating all year, it gives you a chance to enjoy the blooming spring, lush summer greenery, colors of fall, or the snow of winter. Whether you are spending time with your family, friends, or lover, do not miss this tour.

Edmonton River Valley 60-minute winter Segway trek

Address: Edmonton, Canada

Duration: 60 minutes (approx.)

Price: From 48.52 USD

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3. Edmonton road bike rental (from USD 47.0)

Explore and discover the city of Edmonton at your own pace with rental bikes. Choose the bike that matches your ability and start exploring at your leisure. You can also choose a bike with electric if you want to boost up your ride and put in less effort. Rental bikes include tool bag, spare tubes, flat pedals, and pump. Helmets are available for rent if needed.

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Edmonton Bike Rentals

Duration: 1 to 8 hours

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4. day bicycle tour through the Canadian Rockies (from USD 1.0)

This 4-day bicycle tour from Jasper to Banff is an adventure you cannot miss. It rejuvenates your body, mind, and soul. In the tour, traverse two national parks with spectacular landscapes. Enjoy the serene company of nature and ride through ancient trees and have the view of snow-capped peaks.

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4-Day Bicycle Tour through Canadian Rockies

Duration: 4 days

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5. Edmonton River Valley 90-minute Segway adventure (from USD 64.0)

The tour begins with an in-depth training by a certified trainer. They will go through all the details before you head out on your adventure. After this, you will go and ride through North America’s largest urban parkland! You’ll have the chance to enjoy the beautiful scenery of the river valley like you never have before. After you finish the beginner Segway adventure, you will be given a River Valley Adventure Co. Segway operator’s license, which will allow you to skip the training session when you return for your advanced Segway tour.

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Edmonton River Valley Segway Tour

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes

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6. SW Best of Edmonton Bus Tour (from USD 24.0)

This tour provides a deep insight into the history, political scenario, secret locations, downtown development and much more. It gives you a complete learning experience and is fully guided. The tour begins with the pick up from Churchill Square and continues for 90 minutes where you see the city through the eyes of your guide and learn interesting facts about Edmonton. You are encouraged to ask questions during the tour. There will also be photo stops on the way. Also, you may bring your own food and drinks for personal consumption.

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SW Best of Edmonton Bus Tour

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes

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7. Southeast Edmonton Roots and Resources Bus Tour (from USD 24.0)

On this tour, you journey through the Edmonton of the past to the one we see today. Discover how Edmonton reached its present-day state from an era of fur-trading with the use of coal. Today, Edmonton is considered to be the powerhouse of the petroleum industry. This tour will highlight Chinatown, Little Italy, Highlands, Anthony Henday, French District, Cloverdale, and much more. Also, there are multiple departures available for you to choose from.

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Southeast Edmonton Roots and Resources Bus Tour

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes

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8. Edmonton food tour (from USD 103.0)

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On this 3-hour gourmet tour, enjoy some of the best bites of Edmonton, which include brunch, a wine pairing, coffee, and a variety of treats from the downtown farmers’ market. The tour begins at 10 a.m. with a visit to the KITCHEN by Brad Smoliak, a chef who has cooked for Queen Elizabeth. On this tour, you get an insight into the history of Edmonton while savoring the delicious delicacies, and you also get to explore art and culture on the way.

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Edmonton Food Tour: Downtown Delights

Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes

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Get acquainted with the history, art, and culture of Edmonton with these tours that will give you a deep insight into all these areas of the city. While you are in Edmonton, these eight tours should not be missed.

Any must-sees we missed? Tell us about them in the comments section or write a post here to help out fellow travelers!
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