Canada Holidays

Vancouver Island is a wildlife lover’s dream with whales and bears drawn to the region’s food-rich waters. This is a two-part experience from Tofino which  consists of a whale-watching cruise on a 12-passenger Zodiac in the open waters of the Pacific, during which you may spot gray or humpback whales, seals and sea otters. During the second part of the tour you’ll cruise along the coast of the Clayoquot Sound during low tide to see the island’s resident black bears.

• Departs daily
• Operates year-round
• Group experience

Granville Island is Canada's second most visited destination and Vancouver's destination for lovers of food, art and culture. Offering fresh, local seasonal produce, it's where you might see Vancouver's chefs shopping for their menus. During the tour, you'll savour a variety of foods from independent farmers and food artisans from Vancouver and beyond. Award-winning charcuterie, local cheeses, artisan bread, melt-in-your-mouth donuts, and world-class coffee and chai.

Cruise along the calm waters of the inlets of beautiful Clayoquot Sound on board a 45-foot covered cruiser in search of black bears in their natural habitat. Travel along the shore and keep an eye out these beautiful creatures as they seek out one of their favourite foods – the rock crab, which they search for when the tide goes out.

• Departs daily
• Operates April to October
• Group experience

Head out into the Salish Sea from the Victoria's Historic Fisherman's Wharf on this exhilarating catamaran cruise. Keep your eyes peeled for humpbacks, orcas and other marine species as you spend a few hours on the water. You'll be accompanied by a naturalist/biologist and the boats feature washrooms, an indoor heated area and plenty of outdoor viewing areas.

• Departs daily
• Operates May to October
• Group experience

Depart Vancouver Harbour by seaplane for an exciting flight over the Gulf Islands to beautiful Victoria. A coach tour to the Victoria Butterfly Gardens, and the famous Butchart Gardens, a privately owned 55-acre floral display garden, is included in your trip. While you're in Victoria, you can also take time for shopping and visiting museums. After returning to downtown Victoria, depart on the flight of your choice back to Vancouver.

The Classic Pass is a fun and flexible way to see the best of Vancouver. This ticket gives you unlimited access to all of the highlights and stops available along the route - 14 in total. The tour will provide you with commentary, lending a local's authentic take on the magic that makes Vancouver great. The clear-top buses are equally special. Your view of the city will be like no other as you tour the streets with the wind in your hair.

Ride and relax with guided commentary through Vancouver's vibrant downtown. See spectacular waterfront landmarks including the sails of Canada Place and the bustling Robson Street shopping strip. Then soak in the view over Lions Gate Bridge as we venture to the Capilano Suspension Bridge Park. Here you'll be thrilled with both the natural surroundings and all the park has to offer. Take a stroll on the Cliffwalk, or saunter with the clouds in the Treetops Adventure. Next up are the sandy shores of English Bay on the west side of Stanley Park, and then a stop to tour the wonders of Granville Island. Finally, a scenic drive through the historic neighbourhoods of Chinatown.

Harbour Air Seaplanes' most popular tour of the North Shore Mountains. This ideal introduction to seaplane aviation departs from downtown Vancouver's bustling Coal Harbour and includes a complete aerial view of the city. Photographers will especially enjoy a bird's eye view of Horseshoe Bay, English Bay and Deep Cove. The sensation of landing on water is always a memorable.

This is the ultimate whale and wildlife-watching adventure from Tofino. Travelling by 12-seater Zodiacs or a 65-foot covered boat, you'll explore the inlets and fjords of the spectacular Clayquot Sound. This six-hour experience is split into to excursions out on to the water, with a break on land to refresh between voyages. Wildlife you may see during your cruise include black bears, sea lions, sea otters and, depending on the time of year, gray whales, humpback whales and orcas.

• Departs daily
• Operates March to October
• Group experience

Experience Victoria aboard an open top, double-decker bus, with the flexibility to explore the many popular attractions the city has to offer on this hop-on hop-off tour. The tour loop takes approximately 90 minutes, and guests can hop on and off at their leisure whenever the tours are operating. Highlights include Fairmont Empress Hotel, Craigdarroch Castle, Chinatown and Old Town, Fisherman's Wharf, Panoramic Inner Harbour, Parliament Buildings, Christ Church Cathedral, Oak Bay Village and Marina, Cook Street Village, Ogden Point Cruise Terminal and Break

Attractions included in this pass are White Water Walk, Journey Behind the Falls, Niagara Parks Power Station & the Tunnel, Whirlpool Aero Car and Niagara's Fury: The Creation of the Falls. Park transportation for two consecutive days on the WEGO bus, two day Falls Incline Railway and discount coupons to more attractions in Niagara Parks are also included. Along with your pass you'll also receive a preferred customer card which offers you a 10% discount (with a minimum $20 spend) on all purchases made at shops operated by the Niagara Parks Commission. Simply plan your day at one of the Welcome Centres, proceed to the priority entrance at your given times, and enjoy the best that Niagara Falls has to offer.

On the this fully narrated trip we begin with a cruise with a close view of the Thundering Falls aboard Niagara City Cruises, Anchored by Hornblower's Voyage To The Falls. After this unforgettable cruise, you'll then enjoy lunch at the Penthouse Restaurant atop the Sheraton on the Falls. Following lunch, we'll take you on a journey through the scenic Niagara Parkway with stops at Niagara Gorge, Floral Clock, Queenston Brock's Monument and Whirlpool Rapids to name a few. You'll then have some free time to shop in the quaint shops of historic Niagara-on-the-Lake. *Please note that in the winter months the Niagara River Hornblower Cruise is substituted with Journey behind the Falls. This tour does not operate on 25 & 26 December or 01 January.

Venture far below the rim of the gorge and behind the falls as you experience the awesome sights and thundering sounds of the Canadian Horseshoe Falls. You've journeyed deep within to touch the heart of Niagara. Before you, the mighty river explodes after free-falling more than thirteen stories. The sound is deafening, the sight, awe-inspiring. On this exhilarating excursion, visitors descend 125 feet by elevator before travelling through a short tunnel to two outdoor observation decks and two portals located directly behind the falls. During spring and summer, you'll receive a complimentary biodegradable rain poncho as protection from the mist. Make sure you take a waterproof camera for this iconic Niagara Falls experience.

Take a leisurely stroll around Canada’s capital on this introductory walking tour, and discovering its colourful history and witnessing its beautiful architecture. As you make your way through the heart of the city with your local guide, you’ll stop off at some of Ottawa’s most famous sights including Parliament Hill, The National War Memorial, the Rideau Canal and the Sparks Street.

• Departs daily
• Operates year-round
• Group experience

This small group tour travels on beautiful bike trails around the Rideau Canal, expansive parks, and through picturesque neighbourhoods. Starting downtown, you'll begin by visiting the National War Memorial before riding to the Rideau Canal pathway, continuing to the Ottawa River Pathway and bridge, and making a stop at the Museum of History lookout. Then it's on to Parliament Hill, and back to Ottawa across the impressive Alexandria Bridge where you'll pass through the popular Byward market neighbourhood. You'll continue through the New Edinburgh neighbourhood until you reach Rideau Hall, the Official Residence of the Governor-General, and the beautiful Rideau Falls. Cycle back on Sussex drive (Ottawa's political hub), and pass by the National Art Gallery, the famous Ottawa spider, and Notre-Dame Cathedral Basilica. Then it's back along the Rideau Canal Pathway where you'll take in magic views of Ottawa's downtown, culminating your cycling tor includes a guide, bicycle, helmet, and water bottle. Please note, this is a seasonal tour running from April to November.

Join a sightseeing tour of Ottawa, Canada's national capital, on a double-decker bus. Your ticket gives you the freedom and flexibility to hop on and off as many times as you like. Attractions included during this tour are Parliament Buildings, embassies, universities and museums. See the Canadian Mint, National Gallery of Canada, the Canadian Museum of History, the residence of the Prime Minister, the National Arts Centre and many more. You will drive through scenic gardens and parklands and along the Rideau Canal, one of Ottawa's picturesque waterways. Please note this tour runs from May to October.

Build your own Toronto experience with the freedom of a hop-on-hop-off city tour aboard a double decker bus. Let the friendly and knowledgeable tour guides educate you on the fun facts and history of Toronto as they take you through the city with stops at/near all major hotels in the downtown area. The ticket also includes a free boat tour (available seasonally) of the Toronto Harbour and Islands. Let the tour company with over 24 years of experience introduce you the history and excitement that is Toronto.

Travel along the lively streets of Toronto in the comfort of a private, climate-controlled bus as you learn about the world-renowned museums and attractions, neighbourhoods, waterfront and everything else that makes Ontario's capital what it is. Highlights include the Chinatown, the Distillery District, Theatre District, CN Tower, and Harbourfront area. If there's something specific you want to see, let your guide know and they'll do their best.

In the company of a professional guide, this 3-hour tour explores bustling downtown Montreal from above and beneath and makes a brief visit into Old Montreal, a tasting of a local delicacy, and a commentary on the architectural and social history of the city. Starting from Dorchester Square, this urban trek journeys through the streets of downtown Montreal and beneath through the RESO (Underground Pedestrian Network), known by Montrealers as the Underground City. Measuring 33 km in length, this network of interior galleries is one of the largest in the world. The tour will visit the other sites including Quartier International, Place Ville-Marie, Victoria Square, Montreal World Trade Center, St-Jacques Street and its banks, Place d’Armes and ends in Old Montreal. Please note, there must be a minimum of two people on this tour.

This narrated tour explores all aspects of bustling downtown Montreal. Discover the intriguing blend of Old World charm and North American modernism as you pass many of Montreal's fascinating landmarks. Enjoy the freedom of leaving the bus, exploring the attractions of your choice at leisure and boarding another bus later on. Photo stops are enjoyed at the Old Port, Mont Royal (from which you receive a prime view of the city), Olympic Park, and St. Josep's Oratory. Tours are bilingual (English and French). Operates May-October.

Discover Montreal's top sights on two wheels with the help of a local guide. Tour the City and discover its history, architecture, and urban vitality by visiting its different neighbourhoods, must-see attractions, and most secret places. During the tour you'll visit the Old-Port, Latin Quarter, La Fontaine Park, Plateau, the entrance of Mont-Royal Park, McGill University campus, the Business district, and Old Montreal. At the end of your tour, you can relax and enjoy a beer or glass of wine. After your tour's finished, continue to explore the city on your own on two wheels and return your bike at closing time. Please note this is a seasonal tour, not available all year round.

Embark on historical walking tour of Old Québec and learn about its colourful past beginning in 1608 and continuing into the present day. Tours are designed to give visitors a general sense of the history of the fortress and hub that is Québec City, as well as an understanding of the lives of the people that have inhabited it through out the centuries. You’ll also have the advantage of being in a small group led by guides who are always open to questions, favouring a more relaxed and personal sightseeing excursion.

Discover Quebec City aboard an electric pedicab. First, meet your guide in front of the Notre-Dame-des-Victoires Church, located on Place Royale. Proceed on to the Basse-Ville district and the Vieux-Loimoilou district where you'll make several stops. You'll then head to the Grand Marché of Quebec City where you'll have an hour of free time to discover a multitude of local products and meet with local producers and artisans. Climbing back aboard the pedicab, continue onto the trendy Nouvo-Saint-Roch district, before returning to Place Royale. Please note, this is a seasonal tour.

This guided city tour by bus provides a comprehensive orientation of historic and modern Quebec City. You will see the Latin Quarter, the Plains of Abraham, the Citadel, the Fortifications, the National Assembly, Place Royale, the Basilica and other points of interest within Quebec City.

Discover hidden charms of the Lower Town and the Old Port of Quebec City on this enjoyable, eco-friendly bike tour. Ride through the narrow and secret streets where the city will unveil its well-preserved 17th and 18th century architecture. A stop in the Royal Square is made before continuing along the waterfront next to the majestic St. Lawrence River. Reach the Cap Diamant district nestled at the foot of great promontory called Cap Diamant. Discover the historical site of a monastery built during the French regime. A unique blend of past and present. Included are bike, helmet and water bottle.

Follow the towering spine of the Canadian Rockies as you travel through two spectacular national parks. Depart from Banff or Lake Louise and travel northwards along the scenic Icefields Parkway. Enjoy a number of photo stops such as Athabasca Falls, Bow Lake and Crowfoot Glacier along the way. From the Columbia Icefield Glacier Discovery Centre you'll head out on to the Athabasca Glacier in a Ice Explorer snow coach. Continue on to the cliff-edge walkway - The Glacier Skywalk - and enjoy the views over the Sunwapta Canyon. The journey continues north to the town of Jasper where the tour ends.

• Departs daily from Lake Louise and Banff hotels
• Operates from 4 May to 14 October
• Group experience

Good to know
If weather conditions or closures cause a change to the itinerary, alternative stops will be arranged where possible. A picnic lunch is included and you will need to contact Sundog directly 48 hours in advcance of your trip.

Take a journey deep into the Rocky Mountains, seeking out glacier and snow-fed lakes backed by towering peaks. You'll visit Banff and Yoho National Parks and stop off at Lake Louise (except if you have booked the tour to start from here), Moraine Lake*, the Valley of the Ten Peaks and Takakkaw Falls**. As well as a barbecue lunch on the edge of Emerald Lake, you'll visit a view point that overlooks the Spiral Tunnels - an epic feat of engineering; see if you can follow the train tracks (or even a train if the timing is right) as they twist and turn and sporadically disappear into the mountain.

• Daily departures
• Operates from 4 May to 14 October
• Group experience

Good to know
*The road to Moraine Lake opens in late May (depending on snow conditions) and **the road to Takkakaw Falls opens in mid-June (depending on snow conditions). Alternative stops will be used before this date. Potential visits include Johnston Canyon, Marble Canyon, Field Visitor Centre, and Natural Rock Bridge. The itinerary will be at the driver's discretion on the day.

This one way trip between Jasper and Banff (or Lake Louise) has got to be one of the world's most spectacular transfers. Set off southwards along the Icefields Parkway, taking in the serrated peaks of the Rockies as you go. One of the first stops will be Athabasca Falls where water cascades into a winding, narrow gorge. Continue on to the Columbia Icefield Discovery Centre, the base for your trip out on to the vast Athabasca Glacier in the all-terrain Glacier Explorer vehicle, and visit the Glacier Skywalk. Additional stops en route to Banff or Lake Louise include Crowfoot Glacier, Bow Lake and the Weeping Wall.

• Departs daily
• Operates 4 May to 14 October
• Group experience

Good to know
If weather conditions or closures cause a change to the itinerary, alternative stops will be arranged where possible. A picnic lunch is included and you will need to contact Sundog directly 48 hours in advcance of your trip.

Jasper National Park is the world's largest Dark Sky Preserve meaning that on clear nights, it is one of the best places to view the stars, planets, galaxies and any passing satellites. On this evening adventure, head to the town's planetarium where you'll learn about the universe and hear tales of indigenous Canadian constellations and the aurora borealis in the 40-seat dome theatre. It's then time to head outdoors to witness the night sky in more detail as you watch instant live footage captured through one of the most powerful telescopes in the Rockies (live viewing is dependent on weather conditions; be sure to dress warmly).

• Times and departure days are different depending on the time of year; please call for details
• Operates year-round
• Group experience

Good to know
Clear skies for live telescope viewing cannot be guaranteed.

Discover Canada's most scenic mountain roadway, the Icefield's Parkway, featuring over one hundred visible glaciers, turquoise lakes and rushing waterfalls. Venture onto the surface of the Athabasca Glacier in a specially designated Ice Explorer for a spectacular Ice Age adventure. Experience Jasper National Park's Glacier Skywalk as you step out onto a glass-floored observation platform extending 30 metres out over the Sunwapta Valley.

• Departs daily from the Columbia Icefield Discovery Centre • Operates 4 May to 14 October • Group experience

Good to know
You will need to make your own way to the Columbia Icefield Discovery Centre.

Discover the town of Banff and its unspoiled natural surroundings. Tour highlights include Bow Falls, the hoodoos that are curiously shaped by centuries of erosion, Surprise Corner, Tunnel Mountain Drive overlooking the beautiful scenery of the Bow River Valley, and the magnificent Lake Minnewanka and Two Jack Lake. Also included are tickets for the Banff Gondola, check-in assistance and return transportation to your hotel. Maple cookies and refreshments are provided.

Book a private sightseeing tour of Banff National Park in the company of a knowledgeable and passionate guide. Head to Tunnel Mountain Drive which overlooks the beautiful scenery of the Bow River Valley, and then continue on to the Lake Minnewanka Loop which takes in the magnificent and the lesser visited Two Jack Lake.

• Departs daily
• Private tour