Set out on a captivating journey between Moose Jaw and Alberta with a smartphone audio driving tour. This flexible 4-hour adventure along the Trans-Canada #1 allows travelers to explore stunning landscapes and historical sites, including the T-Rex Discovery Centre and Fort Walsh. With preloaded audio content and GPS-triggered narratives, you’ll discover the region’s rich history and natural wonders at your own pace. What secrets await along this unforgettable route?
About Your Stay
- This 4-hour sightseeing experience along the Trans-Canada Highway #1 features a downloadable app with GPS-triggered audio clips for an educational and entertaining drive.
- The tour covers prairie towns, historical sites like Fort Walsh, and natural attractions such as Lake Diefenbaker and the Cypress Hills between Moose Jaw and the Alberta border.
- The app provides insights into the Métis heritage, dinosaur fossils, and the diverse ecology of the region without requiring mobile data usage during the tour.
- The tour is suitable for all traveler types, including wheelchair users, with a small group size limit of 8 participants for a personalized experience.
- Customers have rated the tour highly for its value and convenience, with free cancellation available up to 24 hours in advance.
Tour Overview
The smartphone audio driving tour along Trans-Canada #1 between the Alberta border and Moose Jaw provides a flexible, 4-hour sightseeing experience.
Priced at Kč 112 per group of up to 8 participants, the tour offers free cancellation up to 24 hours in advance.
Wheelchair accessible, the tour uses GPS-triggered audio clips to educate and entertain drivers and passengers.
With automatic playback through a connected smartphone, the tour explores prairie towns, historical sites, and natural wonders without consuming mobile data.
Customers rate the experience 4.5/5, praising its value and convenience.
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What’s Included
Included in the smartphone audio driving tour are a downloadable app for both Android and Apple devices, lifetime access to the tour, and an optional trivia challenge.
The app comes preloaded with all the necessary audio content, so there’s no need for data usage during the tour. To get the full experience, users simply need to connect their smartphone to their vehicle’s sound system.
The tour also includes:
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Automatic audio clips triggered by GPS
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No WiFi required during the tour, only for the initial download
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Suitable for all traveler types, from families to solo adventurers
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Wheelchair accessible with a small group size limit of 8 participants
Exploring the Route
Starting from Moose Jaw, the smartphone audio driving tour along Trans-Canada Highway #1 takes travelers on a journey through Big Sky Country, highlighting the natural beauty and historical significance of the region.
The route passes through charming prairie towns like Caronport, Parkbeg, and Chaplin, offering glimpses of the area’s rich cultural heritage.
Travelers will discover attractions like the T-Rex Discovery Centre, Fort Walsh, and Chaplin Lake, learning about influential figures like Tommy Douglas along the way.
The Trans-Canada Highway tour highlights attractions like the T-Rex Discovery Centre, Fort Walsh, and Chaplin Lake, as well as influential figures like Tommy Douglas.
The drive also showcases the stunning landscapes of Lake Diefenbaker and the Cypress Hills, providing a truly immersive sightseeing experience.
Historical Highlights
As travelers embark on the smartphone audio driving tour, they’ll uncover a wealth of historical significance along the route. The tour highlights influential figures like Tommy Douglas, the father of universal healthcare in Canada, and local events that shaped the prairies.
Travelers can discover:
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The legacy of the Métis leader Gabriel Dumont at Fort Walsh National Historic Site
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The geological wonders of Chaplin Lake, an important stopover for migratory birds
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The vibrant history of prairie towns like Gravelbourg, a hub for French-Canadian settlers
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The fossils and dinosaur bones uncovered at the T-Rex Discovery Centre in Eastend
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The story of the Qu’Appelle Valley, home to ancient Indigenous communities.
Natural Attractions
During the driving tour, travelers will be captivated by the natural beauty of the Canadian prairies. The route passes through Big Sky Country, offering stunning vistas of Lake Diefenbaker and the Cypress Hills. One highlight is Chaplin Lake, a vast saline lake teeming with migratory birds. Visitors can explore the unique ecology and spot a variety of species.
| Natural Attraction | Description |
| — | — |
| Lake Diefenbaker | A massive reservoir formed by the construction of the Gardiner Dam |
| Cypress Hills | An isolated plateau with diverse ecosystems, including forests, grasslands, and badlands |
| Chaplin Lake | A large salt lake that attracts thousands of migratory birds, including pelicans and plovers |
Trivia Challenge
The optional trivia challenge adds an engaging element to the driving tour, allowing participants to test their knowledge while appreciating the stunning natural landscapes.
Along the way, the audio guides pose questions on:
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Historical figures like Tommy Douglas, the "Father of Medicare"
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Unique local events and attractions such as the T-Rex Discovery Centre
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Natural wonders including Lake Diefenbaker and the Cypress Hills
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Facts about the prairie towns of Gravelbourg, Mortlach, and Swift Current
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Canadian culture and heritage throughout the "Big Sky Country" region
Keeping score on the trivia adds a fun, interactive dimension to the self-guided tour.
Customer Feedback
What do customers have to say about the Smartphone Audio Driving Tour? According to reviews, the tour has an overall rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Feedback is positive across various traveler types, including families, couples, and solo travelers. Customers are encouraged to keep score on the trivia or simply enjoy the audio content as they explore the prairie landscape.
The small group size and flexible start times are well-received. The tour provides an engaging and informative driving experience, allowing participants to discover the region’s historical figures, prairie towns, and natural attractions.
Getting Started
Ready to get started on your Smartphone Audio Driving Tour? The process is straightforward:
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Download the app and complete the initial setup. This ensures you have the tour content and can access it offline during your drive.
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Ensure your smartphone is charged and connect it to your vehicle’s sound system for optimal audio playback.
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Find your starting point in Moose Jaw and set off on your adventure, listening to the GPS-triggered narration that brings the drive to life.
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Optionally, participate in the trivia challenge to test your knowledge and add an extra layer of entertainment.
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Relax and learn about the prairie landscapes as the tour guides you along the Trans-Canada Highway.
Questions About Your Stay
Can the Tour Be Done With a Rental Car?
Yes, the tour can be done with a rental car. The audio guide app can be downloaded and used on any smartphone, allowing travelers to connect the audio to their rental car’s sound system for the driving tour experience.
Are There Any Restroom Stops Along the Route?
The tour route includes several small prairie towns, allowing passengers to make stops for restrooms and refreshments as needed. Specific restroom locations are not highlighted, but the self-guided nature of the tour provides flexibility to plan breaks along the way.
Can I Take Breaks and Resume the Tour Later?
Yes, you can take breaks and resume the tour later. The tour is flexible, allowing participants to start and stop the audio at any time during the 4-hour duration. This provides the freedom to explore stops along the way.
What Happens if My Phone Battery Dies During the Tour?
If the phone battery dies during the tour, users can pause the tour and resume it later. The app allows unlimited pauses, so travelers can pick up where they left off without losing progress.
Is the Audio Tour Available in Languages Other Than English?
The audio tour is currently only available in English. There’s no information provided about the availability of the tour in other languages. The tour is focused on the Trans-Canada Highway between Moose Jaw and the Alberta border.
Final Verdict On This Stay
The smartphone audio driving tour between Moose Jaw and Alberta offers a captivating and convenient way to explore the region’s stunning landscapes and historical sites. Travelers can enjoy rich narratives about the area’s history and natural wonders, all at their own pace, with no need for mobile data. Whether seeking an educational adventure or simply wanting to enjoy the beauty of the Trans-Canada Highway, this tour provides an engaging and flexible experience.
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