
Edmonton sightseeing tour: Pre- and post-excursion
Extend your stay in Edmonton and see the most important landmarks of the capital of the Canadian province Alberta
- Extend your holiday in Edmonton with Hurtigruten
- Visit the city's highlights during a guided sightseeing tour
- See the beautiful Saskatchewan River
- Learn about the rich history of the area
This tour offers a fascinating look at the capital city of Edmonton. Explore Edmonton´s history as a fur trading fort, which grew into a coal town, leading to today’s role as a powerhouse of the petroleum industry. Learn about the city´s growth as the railroads became key, and visit the interesting neighbourhoods that have developed. See the city´s many sides: from gritty working-class areas to trendy cosmopolitan sections.
We also see the city from the perspective of the characters that have helped shape Edmonton. Traverse the sights and sounds of the beautiful North Saskatchewan River Valley to the old town called Strathcona. Among the highlights of this tour are a historical neighbourhood, amazing views, the Art Gallery of Alberta, City Hall, University of Alberta, West Edmonton Mall, Edmonton Sport Hall of Fame, Glenora, Fort Edmonton, the shopping district and Old Strathcona Farmer’s Market. The tour will end at your hotel.
Practical information
Available as a pre-excursion on this voyage with Hurtigruten:
- The Northwest Passage: In the Wake of Great Explorers - Eastbound (30 August 2019)
Available as a post-excursion on this voyage:
- The Northwest Passage: In the Wake of Great Explorers - Westbound (19 August 2019)
The price includes a sightseeing tour by coach and local English-speaking guide.
The tour operates on 30.08.2019 (13:30-17:00, CENYEG01);
01.09.2019 (09:00-12:30, CENYEG02)
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