Holiday in Canada

With its mixture of indigenous, French and British traditions, holidays in Canada and Canadian tours have a complex character and huge range of attractions and activities.

From the majestic Rocky Mountains of Alberta and British Columbia in the West to the flat, seemingly endless prairies of Manitoba and Saskatchewan and the more populated Great Lakes region of Ontario and Quebec. With so much water around, there are plenty of opportunities for boat trips, canoeing and white water rafting, and beautiful walking trails for nature and wildlife lovers.

Canadian winters can be long, cold and snowy, but from May to October, the weather is warm and pleasant and is ideal for exploring the cosmopolitan cities, sparsely populated wilderness regions and spectacular mountain scenery.

Banff

Combining wild alpine beauty with first-class amenities, Banff offers holiday possibilities as diverse as the Canadian Rocky Mountain landscapes themselves. Few places in the world have such stunning scenery, and fewer still offer the warm hospitality and excellent service you can enjoy in Canada’s first national park. For personal recommendations and advice on this area, activities and accommodation, please contact our experienced travel consultants.

British Columbia

There’s always an adventure to experience in British Columbia. The choices are endless and always inspiring. The westernmost of Canada’s provinces, it is famed for its natural beauty, as reflected in its Latin motto, “Splendor sine occasu” (“Splendour without diminishment”). The challenge here is not figuring out what do to, but how to do it all. British Columbia contains seven of Canada’s national parks, including the stunning Glacier and Mount Revelstoke National parks. Thanks to a temperate climate, golf enthusiasts can indulge in their passion nearly year round, and no matter where you travel in the province, there are spectacular viewpoints, bird-watching and splendid wildlife to be enjoyed.

Calgary

It is the unique combination of adventure, spirit and western hospitality that makes Calgary a fantastic destination to visit. Nestled in the foothills of Canada’s Rocky Mountains, this is the place where visitors come to explore the heritage of the Canadian West. This safe, clean and vibrant city offers the best of all worlds: a cosmopolitan city of over 1 million people and breathtaking outdoor adventure in pristine wilderness. In Calgary one will find a wealth of cultural attractions and sights to see. Wide-open blue skies, sunshine and moderate climate beckons outdoor enthusiasts with four-season adventure. Experience the majesty of the Canadian Rockies, including Banff National Park. In summer, walk along nature trails, hike into the backcountry, mountain bike, horse-back ride, climb peaks, canoe or raft, golf and so much more. In winter, participate in canyon ice walks, take a horse-drawn sleigh ride, dog sled, skate, ski, snowboard, snowmobile or just relax.

Emerald Lake

Emerald Lake, in Yoho National Park, is a beautiful site, enclosed by the mountains of the President Range, as well as Mount Burgess and Wapta Mountain Formed by the thrusting of the mountain ranges and filled with glacial run-off, the surface of Emerald Lake glistens with the blue-green hue of an emerald. Emerald Lake was first discovered in 1882 during the development of the Canadian Pacific Railway. Since the construction of roads leading to the site, the Canadian Government has permitted no additional development, meaning the area remains one of Canada’s most outstanding year-round accessible wilderness settings.

Fernie

Located in the southern British Columbian Rocky Mountains, Fernie is renowned for its pristine mountain location and abundance of year-round adventures. Skiers and boarders will enjoy Fernie’s unsurpassed powder, while anglers will awe at the area’s wonderful streams and rivers. Sightseers will love Fernie’s beautiful walking trails and driving tour possibilities. For personal recommendations and advice on this area, activities and accommodation, please contact our experienced travel consultants.

Huntsville

Huntsville is the northernmost of the three Muskoka towns, inland from Georgian Bay, east of Parry Sound and west of Algonquin Provincial Park. Huntsville is on Highway 11 and Highway 60. Huntsville is a pleasant medium sized town with a good range of facilities. Of the three Muskoka towns it is probably the best, and is closest to Algonquin. In the Area; Algonquin Provincial Park, Muskoka Region.

Jasper

Jasper offers scenery from the high Rocky Mountains to the low great wheat fields. If you’re looking for adventure try the hiking trails through the mountains, From Jasper you are within easy striking distance of other neighbouring beauty spots like Lake Louise or Banff Springs – connected by one of the most dramatic drives in the world! For personal recommendations and advice on this area, activities and accommodation, please contact our experienced travel consultants.

Kamloops

Kamloops, incorporated in 1893, is located in the heart of the high country. Its name came from a Shuswap Indian word meaning “meeting place.” Surrounded by lakes and mountains and only two hours from Vancouver, this is a great destination for outdoor enthusiasts. Located at a point where the North and South Thompson rivers meet, the sage covered hillsides, quiet lakes and dramatic mountains are the perfect setting for a wide range of activities.

Lake Louise

The stunning Lake Louise is a perfect aqua marine coloured lake offering guests a perfect mirror image of the hanging Glacier above. For personal recommendations and advice on this area, activities and accommodation, please contact our experienced travel consultants.

Mont Tremblant

Mont Tremblant is a small village in Quebec, and is best known as a world class ski resort. Located in the Laurentian mountain range, Mont-Tremblant (“Trembling mountain” in French) is surrounded by lush boreal forest and offers breathtaking views, standing at nearly 3,000 feet. The skiing alone is worth the trip; however, in recent years, Mont-Tremblant has become a popular getaway for tourist and locals alike, whether in winter or in summer.

Montreal

A visit to one of the oldest cities in Canada and North America’s Paris will leave travellers with a sense of metropolis. Montreal’s bilingual streets are always a buzz and the summer festivals make up for the harsh winters the city goes through. Be sure to check out Mount Royal, situated on top of the city and La Ronde, built for the 1967 Expo as a man-made island in the St. Lawrence River. For personal recommendations and advice on this area, activities and accommodation, please contact our experienced travel consultants.

New Brunswick

The Maritime, or Atlantic, Province of New Brunswick is washed on three sides by the Atlantic Ocean. Its coastline of 600 miles (966 kilometers) has helped earn it the nickname “Picture Province.” Sand beaches, historic ports, and towering cliffs form the seacoast. Forests, broad rivers, and the low rolling hills of the interior make the province a favorite of artists, tourists, and sportsmen.

Niagara Falls

There’s always something to do in Niagara Falls, USA! For the more adventurous traveler, you can brave the Niagara River on the Whirlpool Jet Boat, Cave of the Winds, a helicopter ride with Rainbow Air, and the Maid of the Mist Boat Tour. View the Falls from 400 feet up on the Great Balloon Ride. For something a little more laid back, why not tour the Aquarium of Niagara, Niagara’s Wax Museum of History, Old Fort Niagara on the shores of Lake Ontario, or the Herschell Carrousel Factory Museum in North Tonawanda. Visit the Alright-Knox Art Gallery in Buffalo, NY, a world class art museum. Visit the New York Power Authority’s new interactive Power Vista and learn how electricity is generated. Take a leisurely ride through the beautiful Niagara Reservation State Park on the Viewmobile.

Nova Scotia

Nova Scotia invites you to discover a place like no other, where the scenic beauty, rich heritage and vibrant culture offer you a truly unique vacation experience. Ten scenic travel ways lead you around the provinces allowing you to explore the breathtaking shores, from towering cliffs and long peaceful beaches to picturesque bays and charming villages. There is no shortage of ways to discover the natural beauty and enjoy the renowned hospitality and charm. For personal recommendations and advice on this area, activities and accommodation, please contact our experienced travel consultants.

Prince Edward Island

Prince Edward Island is Canada’s smallest and greenest province. Cradled on the waves of the Gulf of St. Lawrence, the Island is known for the vivid colours of its gently rolling landscape. Prince Edward Island is surrounded by miles of sandy beaches and red sandstone cliffs and is renowned for its relaxed way of life. There are many activities to keep you busy on this beautiful island, including bird watching, cycling, deep sea fishing, golf, hiking and windsurfing to name but a few.

Sun Peaks

In the heart of British Columbia’s ski country, Sun Peaks is a pretty village and mountain. Compact and friendly, it is ideal for families and boasts a plentiful supply of retaurants, shops, boutiques and top-class accommodation. The combination of powder snow, great weather and a wide variety of terrain make Sun Peaks a popular destination for all levels of skier and boarder. For personal recommendations and advice on this area, activities and accommodation, please contact our experienced travel consultants.

Toronto

Toronto is home to one of the most cosmopolitan mixes of people in the North American continent. Vibrant and beautiful, magnificent modern day architecture blends seamlessly with well-preserved Victorian buildings. A lush city, full of interesting museums, galleries and waterfront shops, it even boasts Ontario Lake, where you can hire a boat and escape into a world of your own. Check out Toronto’s baseball team, the Blue Jays at their home grounds the SkyDome, the World’s first stadium to have a retractable roof. Venture to the city’s Wonderland theme park in the NW, or take a day trip to the truly spectacular Niagra Falls. Nature lovers should visit the protected wilderness of Algonquin Park. The park is made up from forest and Lakeland, providing the perfect spot for outdoor pursuits, such as canoeing and hiking.

Vancouver

A coastline city that not only offers downtown, fun-filled nightlife but also an excellent holiday spot for the outdoors. Visit Vancouver to see the world’s thinnest office building in Chinatown or take a stroll through Stanley Park, Canada’s largest city park. There’s whale watching tours, rainforests, rugged mountains, windsurfing, scuba diving and much more. Whistler provides the perfect ski vacation in the winter; relaxed and stylish, skiing is spectacular, while in the attractive pedestrianized village centre you will discover charming walkways, great bars and restaurants. In summer try your hand at boating, golfing and hiking – the magnificent scenery will make the physical exertion all the more worthwhile! Whether you want to start your Rockies tour or Alaskan cruise you will thoroughly enjoy this beautiful coastal city.

Victoria

Victoria British Columbia is always in season! Victoria has the mildest climate in Canada, and is a place so green all year that flowers fall out of the sky and even the lamp posts bloom. It is no wonder that it is called The Garden City! The wild beauty of the Pacific coast and the adventure of the great outdoors are within the city limits and ocean and mountain vistas will follow you wherever you go. Victoria remembers its colourful history with First Nations totem poles, heritage architecture and afternoon tea, and bustles with the energy of a university town, having the University of Victoria Canada within its limits. Shop windows are full of British imports, Native art and the latest trends. Restaurants and cafés serve the freshest cuisine. The harbour is alive with the romance of an era when tall ships moored alongside the wharf and evenings glitter as lights twinkle and cast their magic from atop the landmark British Columbia Legislative Buildings.

Victoria Island

Victoria Island is a Canadian Arctic island straddling the boundary between Nunavut and the Northwest Territories of Canada. It is the 9th largest island in the world, just slightly smaller than the UK.

Whistler

Whistler is a people place with the village designed to favour pedestrian traffic. The major parking lots are off to one side, or underground, sidewalks and ‘strolls’ are all red brick paving stone, giving a friendlier, almost European, feel. Most restaurants and street-level entertainment spots have outdoor café spaces. Indeed, the most popular places to hang out for après are the ‘cement beaches’ – the massive outdoor patios of the Longhorn Saloon, Merlin’s, the GLC, Monk’s Grill, Citta’s or Dusty’s in Whistler Creekside. Since the invention of the propane tree, quaffing a Brewski on a cement beach during winter is as pleasant as anything you can do in summer. For personal recommendations and advice on this area, activities and accommodation, please contact our experienced travel consultants.