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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Niagara Falls: Small Group Tour with Boat & Skylon TowerYou’ll get soaked by real Niagara mist on a small group tour—ducking behind Horseshoe Falls, riding up Skylon Tower for wild views, cruising close enough to taste river spray (seasonal), and sampling local maple syrup after. With pickup included and a guide who actually knows her stuff, it feels less like sightseeing and more like being let in on local secrets.
Vancouver: 4-Day Canadian Rockies Bus Tour & GlacierYou board a motorcoach in Vancouver and spend four days moving through Jasper, Banff, and Lake Louise with a guide and small group. You ride a gondola up Sulphur Mountain, walk on Athabasca Glacier, hike Johnston Canyon, and see Moraine Lake and Peyto Lake. Hotel, park pass, and transport are handled; you just show up at the pickup point.Is it for me?A good fit if you want to see Jasper, Banff, and Lake Louise without arranging a rental car or planning the route yourself—the fixed itinerary and motorcoach handle the logistics, which is what makes four days of mountain stops possible in one trip.
Toronto Old Town Food Tour: St. Lawrence Market Tastings & History WalkYou’ll wander Toronto’s Old Town with a local guide, tasting peameal bacon sandwiches or vegetarian options at St. Lawrence Market, sipping Canadian ginger ale, and pausing for sweet butter tarts in hidden parks. Expect stories about rebellion and reinvention—and finish your day swapping laughs over craft beer at a neighborhood pub.
Quebec City: Ile d'Orléans E-Bike Rental & Scenic Route TipsYou’ll set your own rhythm as you explore Ile d’Orléans by e-bike—stopping for fresh pastries or local fruit whenever something catches your eye. With suggested scenic routes and no pressure from guides or groups, every moment is yours to shape. It’s freedom with gentle structure—and a few unexpected smiles along the way.
Niagara Falls: Boat Cruise, Skylon Tower & Maple TastingYou’ll feel Niagara’s power right from the boat deck as mist soaks your skin (poncho included!), glide up Skylon Tower for panoramic views, stroll past gardens and theaters along the parkway, then warm up with a maple syrup tasting led by locals. It’s not just sightseeing — you’ll actually feel part of it all.
Banff: Gondola Ride & Lake Minnewanka Cruise with PickupYou’ll feel dwarfed by Banff’s hoodoos before gliding up Sulphur Mountain on the gondola with a local guide who knows every story. If you’re lucky with timing, set out onto Lake Minnewanka for an hour-long cruise surrounded by silent peaks and crisp mountain air. It’s a half-day that leaves its mark long after you leave.
Whistler: River of Golden Dreams Canoe Tour with GuideYou’ll paddle from Whistler’s Alta Lake into winding river channels with a local guide, learning canoe skills as you go. Expect lily pads, wildlife sightings, maybe wet feet — plus round-trip lodge transport and all gear included. You’ll leave feeling lighter than when you arrived.
Wine Tasting on Île d'Orléans: Three Vineyards Near Quebec CityA 4-hour small-group wine tasting on Île d'Orléans near Quebec City takes you to three vineyards — Domaine Sainte-Famille, Vignoble du Mitan, and Isle de Bacchus — where a bilingual guide leads tastings and explains Quebec's winemaking traditions while you look out over the St. Lawrence River. Pre-selected tastings are included at each stop, with time to buy bottles if you want them.Is it for me?The 4-hour window works if you want to taste multiple vineyards in one afternoon without committing to a full day away from Quebec City — you're back in Old Quebec by early evening with time for dinner elsewhere.
Sunset at Moraine Lake & Stargazing Tour from CanmoreAn 8-hour evening tour from Canmore and Banff to Moraine Lake combines a guided sunset walk along the lakeshore with stargazing from the rockpile using telescopes and binoculars. The tour travels the Bow Valley Parkway—a wildlife corridor—and stops at Morant's Curve before arriving at the lake in late afternoon. Groups stay under 13 people, and the guide shares stories about the region while you spend 3 hours watching the landscape shift from day to night. Tea, hot chocolate, blankets and headlamps are provided; the van remains in the parking lot so your belongings stay close.Is it for me?Book this tour if you want to see Moraine Lake the way most visitors never do—quiet, lit by sunset, and full of stars. The fixed evening schedule and guide handling all the stops means you're not building the day yourself; the 3 hours at the lake let you move slowly through the space as it changes from afternoon to night, rather than rushing through the daytime crowds.
Halifax: Sunset Yacht Sail with Nova Scotia Wine & CheeseYou’ll set sail from Halifax as golden hour hits, sampling four local Nova Scotia wines paired with cheeses while a friendly crew shares stories (and maybe lets you take the helm). Feel sea breezes on your face as you drift past islands and waterfront homes—the perfect slow evening with new flavors and unexpected laughs.
Victoria Zipline: 8 Lines & Suspension Bridge on Rainforest CanopyYou ride an ATV up through rainforest, then zip across seven lines ranging from 150 to 1,000 feet, cross a 100-foot suspension bridge, and descend through the Pacific Coast canopy with two trained guides. All equipment is provided. The tour runs two hours and operates in any weather. Arrive 20 minutes early for check-in and waiver signing.Is it for me?Book this if you want the adrenaline of ziplining without the logistics—guides manage all the technical details, and the small-group format means you're not waiting in a line of fifty people. The fixed two-hour window and included ATV ride make it easy to fit into a Vancouver Island day.
Banff: Bow River Big Canoe Tour with Guide & Group PaddleYou’ll float down Banff’s Bow River in a big canoe with a local guide sharing stories and wildlife sightings along the way. Expect laughter from group paddling (even if you zig-zag), fresh mountain air, and moments where everything feels quiet and wide open. Life jackets and paddles are included—it’s easygoing and fits into any day trip from town.
Niagara Falls: Private SUV Tour, Boat Cruise & Skylon TowerYou’ll step into Niagara’s wild spray on a private boat cruise, walk hidden tunnels behind thundering falls with your local guide, taste wine in sunlit vineyards near Niagara-on-the-Lake, and watch dusk settle over everything from Skylon Tower’s deck. Every moment is yours to linger or rush—no lines, no crowds—just pure sensory overload and small surprises along the way.
Victoria to Vancouver: Bus & Ferry Transfer with Flexible Drop-OffYou’ll ride a comfortable coach from Victoria to Vancouver with your luggage handled for you, then cross by BC Ferries through island scenery before being dropped off where you need—downtown, airport or cruise terminal. It’s an easy way to let someone else take care of logistics while you watch coastal British Columbia drift by.
Vancouver to Whistler Shuttle: WiFi & Premium SeatingYou board at Vancouver Airport, settle into a wide seat with WiFi and a tray table, and spend two hours heading north toward Squamish without feeling like you're on a bus. The driver is professional, the vehicle is air-conditioned with a restroom, and your ticket is flexible enough to change your return time if your plans shift. You arrive at the Squamish Adventure Centre ready to move on, not exhausted from driving.Is it for me?Right for travelers landing at Vancouver Airport and heading to Whistler or the Sea-to-Sky corridor without wanting to drive themselves tired. The two-hour ride is what makes the distance manageable on the same day you arrive.
Columbia Icefield Skywalk Jasper: Glass Platform & Glacier ViewsYou board a coach at the Discovery Centre and ride eight minutes to the Skywalk, then walk a 1,312-foot platform with interpretive stops before reaching the observation deck, where a glass floor puts you 1,000 feet above the valley. The scenic transfer back is included, and the whole experience works for any fitness level. Plan on spending an hour or two on the platform itself.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see Jasper's glaciers and valleys from a vantage point you can't get anywhere else, without needing to arrange your own transport from the parking area — the included coach handles that part, and the platform works for any fitness level or age.
Vancouver: 45-Minute Seaplane Tour Howe Sound & IslandsYou depart Coal Harbour downtown, fly 45 minutes over Stanley Park and deeper into Howe Sound to see Gambier and Bowen Islands — terrain unreachable by road — then return over the city skyline and landmarks like Science World and BC Place Stadium. The digital tour guide app is included, luggage storage is handled, and you're back on the water before the experience feels rushed.Is it for me?Right for travelers who've seen Vancouver from the ground and want the aerial perspective that shows both the city and the wilderness in one flight. Plan to arrive 40 minutes early for check-in — that's what keeps the boarding smooth and the flight on schedule.
St. John's and Cape Spear tour: Small group coastal sightseeingA guided tour of St. John's and Cape Spear for up to ten guests, departing from your hotel or cruise ship and traveling by air-conditioned van through the city's historic neighborhoods and coastal landmarks. The tour visits Jelly Bean Row's colorful row houses, Signal Hill for city views, Cape Spear's lighthouse and World War 2 bunkers, and Quidi Vidi, a working fishing village on the east end. Bottled water is included; the driver points out restaurants and historic sites along the way.Is it for me?The tour runs 3.5 hours at a steady pace with stops for photographs and village walks, so it suits a morning or afternoon slot without consuming your whole day. Groups stay under ten, which means the van moves easily through narrow streets and the guide can answer questions without shouting over a crowd.
Victoria: Cowichan Valley Wine Tour & 3 Wineries with LunchYou leave Victoria in the morning, drive over the Malahat with views of three island groups, then spend the day tasting at three wineries with a local guide. Lunch and cheese tastings are included, and the whole day is paced so you can actually talk to the winemakers and enjoy the valley instead of checking off a list. Hotel pickup from downtown Victoria is part of it.Is it for me?Right for wine lovers who want to taste without arranging transport, tasting fees, or lunch logistics themselves. The six-hour pace means you're not rushing between stops — you have time to talk to the winemakers and sit with the views.
Whistler: Fine Dining Dinner Tour & Wine Cellar ExperienceYou’ll taste your way through Whistler on a four-course dinner tour led by a local guide—starting in a legendary wine cellar (with Champagne sabering!), then moving between top restaurants for steak, seafood or vegetarian mains, cheese boards, desserts and optional wine pairings. Expect laughter, new friends, and flavors you’ll remember long after leaving the mountains.
