Tours of Canada

Ontario - Great Lakes and Wilderness Wonders

Tour Map of Ontario - Great Lakes and Wilderness Wonders

Dramatic scenery seems to be endless in Ontario, with vast woodlands, over 250,000 lakes and land rich in minerals. Even the cities have a taste for grandeur with Toronto, the first stop on our tour of this province, holding the country’s tallest structure - the impressive CN Tower. After two nights here, the itinerary concentrates on natural splendour, staying alongside Peninsula Lake, Georgian Bay and on the largest of the incredible 30,000 islands of Lake Huron, where we stay at an aboriginal-operated wilderness retreat. We also delve into Agawa Canyon on an unforgettable train journey before we head to Niagara Falls. Lakes Superior, Michigan, Huron and Erie all drain into the Niagara River, and rush over the edge of the magnificent Niagara Falls, making this the perfect place to complete our tour.

Eastern Extravaganza

Tour Map of Eastern Extravaganza

Travel with the experts to truly appreciate the dynamism and beauty of the eastern states of America and Canada. Our ground breaking tour is now more than 20 years old, but still as popular as ever, presenting the opportunity to enjoy the iconic sights of New York, the towering monuments of Washington DC and the academic charm of Boston from superb, centrally located hotels, admire the famous Liberty Bell in historic Philadelphia and the grand architecture of Montreal and Ottawa, and marvel at the sheer power and natural splendour of Niagara Falls, amongst a host of other holiday pleasures.

Autumn Colours of New England and Canada

Tour Map of Autumn Colours of New England and Canada

The eastern states of America and provinces of Canada are renowned for the beautiful scenes that burst into a fire of colour as autumn takes hold. Our brand new tour follows the coast from Boston, Massachusetts’ revolutionary capital, to Bar Harbor, bound by the soaring granite cliffs and mountainous interior of the stunning Acadia National Park. We then take you inland, to explore more historically intriguing and naturally breathtaking scenes. Ascend the colossal Mount Washington by cog train before crossing the border for Canada’s great cities, including Ottawa, Canada’s green capital. We cruise amongst the Thousand Islands of Lake Ontario and complete this sensational itinerary with an unforgettable day at Niagara Falls.

Grand Tour of New England and Canada

Tour Map of Grand Tour of New England and Canada

An exploration of the USA’s New England states and the eastern provinces of Canada presents a glorious collection of iconic and historical cities, twinned with beautiful and breathtaking natural wonders. Our new holiday begins in Massachusetts’ revolutionary capital of Boston, before journeying north along the Maine coast to the pretty harbour of Perkins Cove and on to Bar Harbor. From here you can discover the soaring granite cliffs and mountainous interior of Acadia National Park, before continuing to the shores of Lake Winnipesaukee and a two-night stay close to the serene White Mountains. Across the border into Canada, four of its great cities await, including cosmopolitan Montréal, picturesque Québec City, Canada’s green capital of Ottawa, and culture-filled Toronto. After an unforgettable day at Niagara Falls, cross back into the USA to conclude this wonderful exploration in New York State and the Big Apple, a city that overflows with an infectious character and atmosphere and where a visit to the National 9/11 Memorial & Museum is included.

Great Cities of Eastern Canada

Tour Map of Great Cities of Eastern Canada

Where better to start an exploration of the great cities and rugged beauty of eastern Canada than in Toronto? After a tour of the multi-cultured city and a day at the iconic Niagara Falls, our adventure continues, discovering the stately capital Ottawa, Montréal and the classic architecture of Québec City. Head towards the Atlantic coast and Nova Scotia, including a day exploring the gloriously-scenic Cabot Trail, before this memorable tour concludes in the historic maritime city of Halifax.

Newfoundland and Nova Scotia

Tour Map of Newfoundland and Nova Scotia

Newfoundland and Nova Scotia glory in their isolated location at the very edge of the North American continent, ruggedly beautiful and profoundly influenced by both the sea and their English, Irish and Scottish heritage. As such, they present a cultural experience unlike any other in Canada, and the inhabitants of these spectacular outposts are renowned for their friendliness. Though winters are harsh, summers can be magical, and our tour, including a historical journey along the Viking Trail, a cruise through ‘Iceberg Alley’ and a comprehensive exploration of the enchanting coastline, introduces the best of both provinces.

Canada and New England Voyage

Tour Map of Canada and New England Voyage

Hear the roar, watch the rising mist and feel the refreshing spray as the mighty Niagara River plunges 50 metres in a series of thunderous cascades that mark the border of Canada and the USA. Niagara is but one wonder included in this magnificent holiday. Enjoy also the captivating cities of Toronto and Montréal before a memorable seven-night luxury Holland America Line cruise to Boston, making stops to appreciate the colonial history of Maritime Canada and New England. Visits to Rhode Island and beautiful Cape Cod provide a scenic finale to this holiday to a region which rewards both cruise and land-based exploration.

Maritime Canada

Tour Map of Maritime Canada

Referred to collectively as the Canadian Maritimes, the three small provinces of New Brunswick, Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island are as quirky as they are charming. This unique touring holiday takes in the gloriously scenic Cabot Trail, along with a splendid array of other attractions and experiences, including Charlottetown, the captivating capital of Prince Edward Island, the historic naval city of Halifax, a lobster cruise and the spectacular Hopewell Rocks, on the Bay of Fundy.

Excellent value, amazing prices, quality experiences. Camping most nights with some hotel stays to start and throughout. Affordable public and private transport for maximum cultural interaction.

Popular with 18-30-somethings. Yolo trips are built for those who want to take on the planet in a fun and affordable way with a small group of like-minded travellers. Skip the oversized tour bus and truly connect with your destination. Hit the highlights without giving up the freedom to mix it up according to your own tastes.

Highlights of the Eastern US & Canada

Tour Map of Highlights of the Eastern US & Canada

This grand tour of the eastern US and Canada is a sensory overload of everything that makes North America great – skyscrapers, monuments, Niagara Falls, ice cream, canoeing, poutine, subways, whales, sunshine, designer boutiques, and nature hikes. On this adventure, we’ll ditch the big, clunky buses and pile into our own private vehicle, clocking miles of smiles all over New York, Washington, Toronto, Montreal, Vermont, and all points in between. Your friends are already jealous.

Get beyond the tourist façade of the countries you visit. Focus on the local culture, past and present, and discover the lifeblood of any country – its people. Discovery and culture tours uncover different ways of life, and offer the opportunity to meet and sometimes stay with local people or tribal groups. Our discovery tours explore cultural sites – both ancient and modern – and help you learn about the people and their culture. Visit the remote tribes of Ethiopia’s Rift Valley, live the nomad life in desert camps or meet the local people of the high Andean altiplano in Peru. There’s no better way to get to the true heart of a country than through its people.

Eastern Seaboard And Cape Cod

Tour Map of Eastern Seaboard And Cape Cod

Join us as we explore the dramatic coastline between the two great ports of Halifax in Canada and Boston in the USA. Travelling by road and sea, we follow a rocky granite shore punctuated with coves and sandy beaches. From the serenity of Kejimkujik National Park to the bustling, cosmopolitan island of Martha's Vineyard, we explore the main highlights of the Eastern Seaboard and Cape Cod.

Colours of the Canadian Fall

Tour Map of Colours of the Canadian Fall

Embark on a comprehensive discovery of Canada’s most southerly points at their most beautiful, as the trees glow in glorious reds and yellows. Experience Ontario’s most iconic natural wonder, Niagara Falls, from the deck of the Hornblower, before continuing with a cruise through the beautiful Thousand Islands archipelago. Explore the diverse cities of Toronto and Ottawa, where modern skyscrapers sit alongside historic landmarks, before the stunning scenery continues with two-night stays in serene Muskoka and Blue Mountain Village. Delight in the fall colours in extensive Algonquin Provincial Park and enjoy a full day in the Blue Mountains, which are especially stunning at this time of year.

Maple Leaf Trail Plus Niagara

Tour Map of Maple Leaf Trail Plus Niagara

Look out for the iconic symbol of Canada, the maple leaf, on this superb tour; in the beautiful forests of the Laurentian mountains, verdant in spring and summer, warming to red and gold in the fall, and as the proud emblem of national identity in the great cities of the east – sophisticated Toronto, charming Québec City, stately Ottawa and chic Montréal. To complete the picture of an enthralling region, this holiday also takes in the rustic tranquillity of the Eastern Townships, the largely undiscovered paradise of the Appalachians, the unspoilt Charlevoix Coast and the extraordinary power and beauty of Niagara Falls.

essential Eastern Canada

Tour Map of essential Eastern Canada

Discover the historic cities and natural wonders of eastern Canada on this tour, exploring the French-speaking heartland of Québec, the province of Ontario and the breathtaking spectacle of Niagara Falls. Experience the Gallic charm of Montréal and Québec City, with their atmospheric colonial old towns, see the sights of the easy-going national capital, Ottawa, enjoy Canada’s biggest city, Toronto and marvel at the awesome force of nature that is Niagara Falls.