Tours of Canada

Rockies and Alaska Grand Discovery

Tour Map of Rockies and Alaska Grand Discovery

Tour and cruise the natural wonderland of the Canadian Rockies and Alaska in sumptuous style on this superb combination tour. All of the great highlights are here, including the UNESCO World Heritage town of Banff, gateway to awe-inspiring Rockies scenery - not least at glittering Lake Louise - the iconic landscapes of Jasper National Park, the lovely mountain resort of Sun Peaks, the wonderful city of Vancouver and the unforgettable shoreline of Alaska, best appreciated in sumptuous comfort aboard Holland America’s superb MS Volendam, a luxurious home-from-home for seven nights and a spectacular window on the region’s coastal splendour.

Rockies & Alaska Cruise

Tour Map of Rockies & Alaska Cruise

Breathtaking mountain scenery in Canada, followed by the craggy coastline of Alaska, all slowly revealed on this stunning Rockies & Alaska cruise and rail holiday. Snow-capped peaks look close enough to touch, whilst icebergs float by as you cruise serenely along the Inside Passage.

Scenic Spectacular

There are many ways to experience the two major highlights of western Canada - the gloriously scenic Rocky Mountains and the dramatically beautiful coastline - and this imaginative itinerary invites yet another perspective. Touring the serene shores of British Columbia by land presents lesser-photographed but no-less-breathtaking vistas along with a more profound understanding of the country’s Pacific culture and history. A day cruise through Canada’s captivating Inside Passage and a picturesque ride aboard VIA Rail’s Skeena service reveal further wonders of nature before our journey concludes in unforgettable style, touring the best of the Rockies, with visits to Maligne Lake, Lake Louise and the Columbia Icefield.

Best of the Rockies, North and South

This iconic mountain range that stretches from Canada’s northwest to the Rio Grande presents an engagingly diverse - but always spectacular - range of landscapes and history. This exceptional tour combines the best of both the American and Canadian Rockies on a journey from Denver to Calgary including some unforgettable sights along the way. From the Mile-High city of Denver visit the incredible presidential sculptures at Mount Rushmore and majestic Yellowstone National Park before crossing the border to Canada for the wilderness of Waterton Lakes National Park. With a penultimate stop in Banff and time to enjoy this stunning region, our itinerary is bursting with outstanding and captivating natural beauty from start to finish.

Canadian Rockies Grand Circle

Tour Map of Canadian Rockies Grand Circle

If you’re looking to discover some of western Canada’s most stunning natural sites, and to experience life within beautiful cities and quaint alpine villages, this circular tour will take you on an unforgettable adventure incorporating the best of both. Begin with two nights in Vancouver, where you will discover a wonderful metropolis in a magnificent setting between sea and mountains. Then wind through the Canadian Rockies, by coach and by award-winning Rocky Mountaineer trains, for seemingly endless breathtaking scenes and opportunities to explore exemplary spectacles which include Lake Louise and the Columbia Icefield Glacier.

Best of the Rockies and Yellowstone

Tour Map of Best of the Rockies and Yellowstone

This trip is a true journey through the Canadian and US Rocky Mountains, encompassing some of the most beautiful national parks in the world including Jasper and Banff in Canada, and Glacier and Yellowstone in the USA. For anyone who loves being in the outdoors this is the perfect adventure. Discover magnificent glaciers, rivers, hot springs and waterfalls, visit explosive geysers and walk amidst mountains and around emerald lakes. Search for the famous Yellowstone wildlife including bison and black bears.

Our tours are packed with action and adventure, travelling through a country to experience its culture and to meet the local people. But they’re also about experiencing the awesome beauty of the natural world, the most inspiring landscapes on every continent. You could join one of our Inspiring Landscapes tours to see for yourself the soaring peaks of the Himalaya, experience the vast emptiness of the Sahara, walk in the immense Amazon Rainforest or witness the spectacular, wind- and water-eroded landscapes of the western United States. Closer to home you could wonder at the soft contours of Tuscany’s rolling hills or the dramatic, lava-strewn volcanoes of Iceland. When you discover these landscapes with Explore you won’t just be having a look, taking a photo and moving on. You’ll appreciate them all the more by staying longer and interacting with nature, usually on foot: getting in amongst the mountains, the trees and the sand-dunes – and really soaking up the atmosphere of the place.

Rocky Mountains and the Pacific Coast

Tour Map of Rocky Mountains and the Pacific Coast

This trip combines the remarkable scenery of the rugged Rocky Mountains with the beautiful Vancouver Island. We admire unspoilt views of jagged mountain peaks and explore magnificent national parks, glaciers and waterfalls. We also visit the cosmopolitan city of Vancouver, known as ‘the jewel of North America’, located by the beaches of the Pacific Ocean and surrounded by a dramatic mountain landscape.

Canada Gold Rush Trail Adventure

Tour Map of Canada Gold Rush Trail Adventure

If you’re looking to travel back in time, where wilderness is king, look no further than our trip through Western Canada. Animals, glaciers, and varying cultures that have been thriving for hundreds of years in this unforgiving land will captivate and inspire the most avid of traveler. On the roads we’ll be traveling, you’re more likely to see bears, moose, and caribou over seeing another traveler. The mountain views out our spacious windows are immense and you’ll need plenty of space on your memory card. When we finally do reach local villages, you’ll be given an insight into native culture with the ‘Ksan Historical Village or entertained by the city perpetually set in 1898 during the Klondike Gold Rush.

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.

National Parks of the Canadian Rockies Westbound

Tour Map of National Parks of the Canadian Rockies Westbound

The Rockies are a great reason to explore the Canadian West, but why stop there? We asked that question, then answered it with this trip – a sprawling, nature-rich mini-epic that melds some of Canada’s best national parks with time on the mist-shrouded shores of Vancouver Island. Find yourself face-to-face with moose, deer and maybe even a bear on this trip loaded with diverse experiences – whale-watching, glacier hikes, hot springs, and much, much more – and bookend nights in Calgary and Vancouver, you’ll stuff a lifetime’s worth of adventure into the space of a mere two weeks.

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.

National Parks of the Canadian Rockies Eastbound

Tour Map of National Parks of the Canadian Rockies Eastbound

Vancouver’s North Coast Mountains are just the appetizer for this journey from the Pacific Coast to the Canadian Rockies. Beginning in beautiful Vancouver, travellers will hit the ocean in search of whales before heading east into the enveloping mountain wilderness of Banff and Jasper national parks, where sulphur springs, canoeing excursions, and glaciers older than time abound. And since we camp out most nights, you’re guaranteed maximum natural contact at a minimal price. You might even find yourself face-to-face with a moose, deer, or maybe even a bear. The Great Outdoors – now all yours.

The Authentic West

Tour Map of The Authentic West

The vast prairies stretch across three provinces of Canada, a large area of grasslands that supported the tribes of the First Nations. We travel between the sporadically positioned towns and cities to delve into the country’s exciting past, right back to when dinosaurs roamed these parts. Discover how the magnificent Mounties played a major role in the acquisition of Canada’s western territories, learn about the Prohibition era and visit two ranches for a taste of country life, as we make our way to the magnificent Canadian Rockies, where we can stand on one of the many glaciers and visit beautiful Lake Louise and Maligne Lake, surrounded by wild scenes inhabited by elk, bighorn sheep, black and grizzly bear and hundreds of species of birds.

Canadian Rockies and Vancouver

Tour Map of Canadian Rockies and Vancouver

From the Klondike Gold Rush to the present day, British Columbia has attracted travellers and settlers in search of the good life. As the name implies, many of the province’s current residents have British ancestry - they came not necessarily in search of monetary wealth, but to enjoy the natural riches of wide open spaces, spectacular scenery, pristine lakes and rivers and abundantly fertile land. This tour, incorporating the friendly and beautiful cities of Vancouver and Victoria and an unforgettable journey into the heart of the majestic Canadian Rockies, invites you to join them in appreciation of their heavenly corner of the world.

Spirit of British Columbia

Tour Map of Spirit of British Columbia

Explore the wonderful west coast of British Columbia, beginning with three nights in vibrant and cosmopolitan Vancouver, regularly named as one of the world’s most liveable cities. Your tour continues in the resort town of Whistler, renowned for its spectacular mountain scenery, and on to rugged Vancouver Island, where there will be a chance to go fishing in the ‘Salmon Capital of the World’, Campbell River, or to head out to sea on a bracing whale-watching expedition. Your holiday concludes in the charming capital of British Columbia, Victoria, a city famous for its colonial heritage and beautiful public gardens.

All the adventure you want, with a softer landing. Handpicked, character-rich accommodations with upgraded amenities services. Upgraded and private transport, including flights to maximize time. More included meals, activities and transfers.

Discover the Canadian Rockies - Eastbound

Tour Map of Discover the Canadian Rockies - Eastbound

Awe-inspiring scenery and fascinating wildlife are simply everywhere in Western Canada. This 12-day adventure offers the Rocky Mountain highs of crisp Jasper and serene Lake Louise, a scenic ferry crossing to Vancouver Island, a river safari through Grizzly Bear Valley, and a drive along the jaw-dropping Icefields Parkway. Whether you’re walking atop a glacier or meandering the gorgeous streets of Whistler Village, you're discovering some of the most iconic parts of Canada.

All the adventure you want, with a softer landing. Handpicked, character-rich accommodations with upgraded amenities services. Upgraded and private transport, including flights to maximize time. More included meals, activities and transfers.

Discover the Canadian Rockies - Westbound

Tour Map of Discover the Canadian Rockies - Westbound

Awe-inspiring scenery and fascinating wildlife are simply everywhere in Western Canada. This 12-day adventure offers the Rocky Mountain highs of crisp Jasper and serene Lake Louise, a scenic ferry crossing to Vancouver Island, a river safari through Grizzly Bear Valley, and a drive along the jaw-dropping Icefields Parkway. Whether you’re walking atop a glacier or meandering the gorgeous streets of Whistler Village, you're discovering some of the most iconic parts of Canada.

Calgary Stampede and the Rockies

Tour Map of Calgary Stampede and the Rockies

Go wild in the Canadian west as you head for Calgary, an adventurer’s playground which blends its frontier roots with urban sophistication. This dynamic city draws in a million visitors every year eager to experience its ten-day summer extravaganza - the Calgary Stampede. The so-called ‘Greatest Outdoor Show on Earth’ promises rip-roaring fun with the world’s largest rodeo, agricultural events, sensational live concerts and an Indian village. Combine this superb experience with a tour of the spectacular Rockies, where you can marvel at the awe-inspiring scenery of Banff, Jasper and glittering Lake Louise, and enjoy numerous memorable wildlife encounters.

essential Western Canada

Tour Map of essential Western Canada

Experience the great Canadian outdoors at its best on this perfect holiday taking in Canada’s western wonders. Discover the diverse, award-winning city of Vancouver, rich in culture and boasting a multitude of attractions; immerse yourself in the mountains with a stay in the village resorts of Whistler and Sun Peaks and finish in the beautiful Rockies with a two-night stay in Banff National Park including a visit to the turquoise waters of Lake Louise. You may even be lucky enough to see some of Canada’s incredible wildlife, which will only serve to whet your appetite more for another visit to the beauty of Canada.