Things to do in Canada
Whale Watching Vancouver10 optionsButchart Gardens Tours17 optionsNorthern Lights Tour Yellowknife11 optionsDay Trips from Vancouver12 optionsJourney Behind the Falls Tours44 optionsGrouse Mountain Tours28 optionsHelicopter Tour Toronto7 optionsSea to Sky Gondola Tours17 optionsToronto City Tour7 optionsSeaplane Tour Vancouver16 optionsOld Montreal Tours21 optionsSkylon Tower Tours39 options
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Kicking Horse River Whitewater Rafting | Class 4 RapidsYou paddle 20 kilometers down the Kicking Horse River, starting in calm water to learn technique, then hitting class 4 rapids that fill the canyon. All gear—wetsuits, helmet, life jacket, warm layers—is provided, and certified guides handle the route. The trip works for first-timers and experienced paddlers, takes one day, and includes hot showers and a riverside base with no long bus rides.Is it for me?Pick this if you want real whitewater—not a scenic float—and don't want to spend the morning gearing up or the afternoon in a van. The calm first section means you're ready for the class 4 rapids, and the riverside base means more time on the river and less time waiting.
Niagara Falls Evening Tour Toronto: Boat, Dinner & FireworksYou get picked up from your Toronto hotel or airport, spend the day at Niagara Falls with a guide, take a boat cruise or walk behind the falls depending on the season, enjoy three hours of free time, and watch the evening illumination and fireworks (May–Oct, weather permitting). A buffet dinner overlooking the falls is available as an add-on. The tour includes maple syrup and chocolate tasting, and you're back in Toronto by late evening.Is it for me?Book this if you're staying in Toronto and want a full Niagara Falls day without arranging transport, timing multiple sites, or buying tickets separately — the guide handles all of it, and the pickup means you start and end at your hotel or airport.
Whistler & Shannon Falls Day Tour: Sea to Sky GondolaA full-day guided tour from Vancouver to Whistler and back, traveling the Sea to Sky Highway with stops at Shannon Falls and the Sea to Sky Gondola, plus free time in Whistler Village. Your professional guide narrates the drive, so the route becomes part of the experience instead of a transfer. The tour runs 10.5 hours and includes gondola entry, bottled water, and a granola bar.Is it for me?Book this tour if you want the drive to be part of the experience, not just a transfer—your guide's narration turns the Sea to Sky Highway into a story about the landscape and the region. Choose it if you prefer a shared group experience with a professional who knows the route and can adjust the pace for weather or traffic, rather than renting a car and navigating yourself.
Northern Lights Tours Yellowknife: Highest Aurora Sighting RecordA Northern Lights tour in Yellowknife with hotel pickup, guide, hot drinks and professional photography included. The operator uses a scientific approach to weather and aurora direction, choosing the viewing location each night based on the highest probability forecast rather than a fixed route. No time limits are set, so you stay as long as the lights are active.Is it for me?Best for small groups or solo travelers who want the science behind the sighting—the nightly location choice based on weather and aurora forecasts is what makes the difference if you're comparing tours. The open-ended timing means you're not watching the clock while the lights are active.
Downtown Victoria Food & City Tour: Local Hidden GemsA 2-hour walking tour of downtown Victoria led by a local guide, stopping at small independent restaurants and bakeries off the main streets to taste BC wine, Middle Eastern street food, authentic Korean corndog, local seafood chowder, chocolate and French macarons. The guide shares the history of Victoria's neighborhoods, landmarks and buildings as you walk. Vegetarian options available with 24 hours notice; not suitable for gluten-free diets. Children from age 3 are welcome.Is it for me?Book this tour if you want to taste what locals actually eat instead of restaurant-row menus, and you're comfortable with a moderate amount of walking and standing while you eat. The small independent stops and the guide's neighborhood knowledge are what make it different from the standard downtown circuit.
Niagara Falls Boat Cruise & Behind the Falls: Mist at the baseYou walk through Queen Victoria Park with a local guide, ride the Incline Railway down to the river level, board the Niagara City Cruises boat to get close enough to feel the mist from both the Horseshoe and Bridal Veil Falls, and descend into the tunnels behind the Falls for a view from the base. Entry to all three attractions is included, and skip-the-line access means you move straight into Journey Behind the Falls without waiting.Is it for me?Right for travelers who want to experience Niagara Falls from three different vantage points — above, on the water, and behind — without arranging separate tickets or navigating between attractions. The guided format and included skip-the-line access mean you move through the main attractions without delays, which is what makes fitting all three into one outing possible.
Vancouver Island Whale Watching: Zodiac Tour & Sightings GuaranteeYou board a 12-passenger open Zodiac at Telegraph Cove and spend three hours scanning Johnstone Strait with a live guide who knows where the marine life congregates. You'll see seals, sea lions, and eagles; whales are the goal, and if you don't see them, you get a free return tour. The boat runs in good weather, and the whole thing — entry, guide, commentary — is included in the price.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see whales from Vancouver Island without arranging your own boat, timing, or transport — the small group size and the sightings guarantee mean you're not gambling on a single departure, and the guide's knowledge of where the marine life moves is what makes three hours on the water actually productive.
Montreal: RESO Underground City & Downtown Walking TourYou’ll feel Montreal’s layers come alive as you follow a local guide through the RESO Underground City and downtown streets. Expect unexpected art, laughter over language mishaps, secret corners only locals mention, and real insight into daily city rhythms. It’s more than just walking — it’s catching the heartbeat of Montreal for yourself.
Charlottetown Walking Tour: Local Stories & Island HistoryA two-hour walking tour of Charlottetown led by Josh, Mark, Ken, or Carolyn—all multi-generation Islanders—covering the city's founding, industries, architecture and local stories. The tour includes a map and covers roughly 1.3km on foot, with a bathroom break built in. A live English-speaking guide shares stories about PEI's past, shipbuilding, the 1864 Charlottetown Conference, and the city's landmarks without the scale of larger group tours.Is it for me?The guide speaks English and delivers commentary in a conversational style shaped by family history on the Island, so you follow easily without the distance of a large group tour. This works well if you want to understand Charlottetown through someone who actually lives here rather than someone reading from a script.
Niagara Falls Day Trip from Toronto & Hornblower Boat CruiseYou depart Toronto at 8:30am and skip the line to board the Hornblower boat cruise at the base of Niagara Falls, getting soaked in the spray before most visitors arrive. Two hours of free time on Clifton Hill follows, then lunch overlooking the Falls at the Sheraton, a scenic drive along the Niagara Parkway with stops at the Floral Clock and Whirlpool, a maple syrup tasting, and an hour in the historic town of Niagara-on-the-Lake before returning to Toronto in the evening.Is it for me?Pick this if you want the main Niagara Falls experience in one day without arranging your own transport, boat tickets, or timing — the early departure and fixed schedule are what get you to the boat before the crowds and keep all the stops inside a single afternoon.
Peggy’s Cove & Titanic Cemetery: Half Day Tour from HalifaxYou’ll breathe in Atlantic air at Peggy’s Cove, wander among colorful boats and weathered rocks, then hear real Titanic stories at Fairview Lawn Cemetery. With a local guide and small group pace, there’s room for quiet moments — plus pickup and comfy transport make it easy to just take it all in.
Whistler & Sea to Sky Gondola: Vancouver Day Trip with Priority AccessYou depart downtown Vancouver and travel the Sea-to-Sky Highway with a local guide who explains the geology and history as you drive. Priority access to the Sea to Sky Gondola gets you straight to the summit viewing platforms and suspension bridge. Whistler Village gives you time for an optional walking tour or free exploration, plus a photo with the Olympic Rings. Shannon Falls and a mountain viewpoint round out the stops before you return to Vancouver in the evening. Water and umbrellas are provided, and the coach kneels for easy boarding.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see the Sea-to-Sky Highway, the gondola, and Whistler in a single day without renting a car or planning the route yourself — the fixed itinerary and included transport are what make all four stops fit into one afternoon and evening.
Montreal to Quebec City & Montmorency Falls Day TripYou leave Montreal at 7am and spend the day moving between two things: first, Montmorency Falls at 275 feet (taller than Niagara), where you ride a cable car to the base or cross a suspension bridge at the top; then a guided walk through Old Quebec's cobblestone streets, Château Frontenac, and the Petit-Champlain district. Depending on season, you either take a river cruise, visit the Ice Hotel, or explore the Port of Quebec museum. Return to Montreal by 8pm with all entry fees and transport included.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see both Montmorency Falls and Old Quebec in one day without arranging your own transport, paying separate entry fees, or timing the stops yourself — the fixed schedule and included guide handle all three, leaving you to focus on the waterfalls and the history.
Ottawa: 2-Hour Bike Tour Parliament Hill & Rideau CanalYou'll pedal through Ottawa's core landmarks—Rideau Canal, Parliament Hill, ByWard Market, Rideau Hall, and the National Gallery—with a local guide who stops 6-7 times to explain the history and point out the best views. The two-hour format means you see the essential Ottawa without spending your whole day on a bike, and you leave with local tips about what else to do in the city. Arrive 20 minutes early for bike fitting at 65 Sparks Street.Is it for me?Book this if you want to cover Ottawa's main sights in a single morning without arranging transport between stops or figuring out which landmarks are worth your time—the two-hour format and local guide handle both, leaving you with the rest of your day free and a list of local tips for what to do next.
Vancouver Cruise Terminal: 8-Hour Luggage Storage & Downtown ExploreYou drop two bags at Canada Place right after disembarking, receive a claim ticket, and explore downtown Vancouver for up to eight hours without luggage. Pick up by 4:30pm using your ticket and ID; bags left after 5pm incur additional storage and transport fees. The service solves the gap between ship arrival and evening flights or late hotel check-ins.Is it for me?Right for cruise passengers with a gap between ship arrival and evening flights or late hotel check-in who want to explore downtown Vancouver without luggage. The fixed 4:30pm pickup deadline is what makes a real few hours of freedom possible instead of a rushed morning.
Niagara Falls Day Trip from Toronto: Boat Tour & WineryYou’ll feel Niagara’s power up close on this day trip from Toronto: taste local wine at a family-run winery, get soaked on the Hornblower boat tour (or explore behind the falls in winter), then stroll through charming Niagara-on-the-Lake before heading back—each moment feels bigger than you expect.
Jasper Wildlife Tour & Maligne Lake Hike with PickupYou get hotel pickup, a 45-kilometer guided drive through Maligne Valley with wildlife spotting, a walk at Medicine Lake, a 2–3 km lakeshore hike at Maligne Lake, and return transport—all with a knowledgeable guide who explains the ecology and geology as you go. Lunch is on your own (bring it or buy at the lakehouse). The tour runs in all weather and suits anyone comfortable with moderate walking in mountain conditions.Is it for me?Book this if you want the main Maligne Valley and lake experience without arranging your own transport, navigating stops, or timing the day yourself—the guide and minibus handle all of that, leaving you free to watch for wildlife and take photographs.
Halifax: Peggy's Cove Lighthouse & Lunenburg UNESCO TourYou drive from Halifax to the colonial streets of Lunenburg for 2.5 hours of exploring and lunch, then continue to Peggy's Cove lighthouse for an hour of photos and village browsing. The guide provides commentary both ways, the vehicle is air-conditioned, and you are back in Halifax by evening. Minimum four people per tour, so book early if your group is small.Is it for me?Right for travelers based in or visiting Halifax who want to see two major Nova Scotia landmarks in one day without renting a car or planning the route themselves. Expect a full day out — the drive time is what makes fitting both Lunenburg and Peggy's Cove possible, and the small group size keeps the pace relaxed.
Niagara-on-the-Lake: Bike & Wine Tour with 3 WineriesYou bike between three wineries on quiet country roads, stopping to taste and learn from a local guide. The half-day includes a cheese pairing (four hours); the full day adds a two-course lunch (six hours). Your bike, helmet, and all tasting fees are covered, and any wine you buy gets shipped back to HQ so you ride unloaded. Plan to eat lunch before the half-day tour, or let the full-day meal handle it.Is it for me?A good fit if you want to taste Niagara-on-the-Lake wines without driving between stops and without the hassle of carrying purchases — the bike route and HQ delivery handle both. The half-day works if you eat lunch before; the full-day meal is built in.
Victoria walking tour with food tastings and harbour ferryThis 2.5-hour walking tour moves through Victoria's Old Town—Chinatown, Market Square, Bastion Square and the Inner Harbour—with an expert guide leading stops at independent establishments for 3–4 food tastings, one local cocktail, and two craft beer samples, plus a harbour ferry ride included. The pace is built around tasting, not rushing; non-alcoholic pairings are available for guests under 19 or who prefer them.Is it for me?The guide speaks English and leads the whole group together, so you follow along at a conversational pace without needing to read plaques or use an app. This works well if you want someone to explain the stories behind the streets and the food scene as you walk, rather than discovering them on your own.
