Things to do in Canada
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Ottawa River Tiki Bar Cruise: Hawaiian Float & Parliament ViewsA 90-minute tiki bar cruise on the Ottawa River departing from Gatineau near the Canadian Museum of History, where you float past Parliament Hill, the Ottawa Locks, and Rideau Falls on a Hawaiian-style boat with live music and a full licensed bar. The boat returns to the wharf about a 3-minute walk from the Museum; if you prefer to depart from the Ottawa side instead, you can arrange that by email after booking.Is it for me?Book this if you're spending an afternoon in Gatineau or near Parliament Hill and want to see the capital's landmarks from the water without arranging your own boat or navigating the river yourself — the route, timing, and music are all set, and the bar means you can celebrate or simply relax while floating past the Locks, Parliament, and Rideau Falls.
Lake Louise & Bow River: Small Group Sightseeing with PickupYou’ll feel Banff’s spring or fall shift as you walk Lake Louise’s quiet shore, snack on maple cookies with hot chocolate, and listen to stories from your local guide. Watch for wildlife along Bow River before heading back to Banff together — it’s more about small moments than big crowds.
Canada Place to Vancouver Airport: Private Port TransferYou’ll step off your cruise ship at Canada Place and meet your private driver for a direct ride to Vancouver Airport—no waiting around or bus crowds. With flexible pickup times and help with your luggage, you can actually catch your breath before your flight out of YVR. It’s a simple trip, but sometimes that’s exactly what you want after days at sea.
Edmonton River Valley: Segway Tour with Training & GuideYou’ll start with hands-on Segway training before rolling out into Edmonton’s river valley with a local guide leading the way. Expect photo stops, gentle encouragement if you’re nervous, and time to soak up city views from a new angle. Includes helmet, operator license, safe storage for your stuff — just bring your sense of humor and maybe an extra layer if it looks chilly.
Montreal convertible tour: Old Montreal & Plateau muralsA private 2-hour guided tour of Montreal in a vintage convertible Cadillac, departing from your hotel or the official start point. You'll cruise through Old Montreal past Notre-Dame Basilica and Bonsecours Market, then through the Plateau neighborhood to see Victorian-style homes, outdoor murals, and local landmarks like Schwartz's deli. The guide speaks English or French and shares insider tips on restaurants and neighborhoods as you drive; hotel pickup is available at checkout.Is it for me?Choose this for a private convertible experience through Old Montreal and the Plateau—you'll get unobstructed views and personalized commentary in two hours, rather than joining a group bus tour.
Halifax Harbourfront Food Tour: Oysters, Donair & Lobster RollA small-group food walking tour through Halifax's Harbourfront with a local guide, tasting oysters, seafood chowder, a donair wrap, and a lobster roll with dessert at four stops over three hours. The tour meets outside the Marriott Harbourfront Hotel and passes the Halifax ferry terminal and Maritime Museum of the Atlantic along the way. All food is included in the price, and the group stays under ten people.Is it for me?The tour starts at the Marriott Harbourfront Hotel and walks the waterfront from there, so if you're staying nearby or arriving without a car, you don't need to arrange transport to the first stop—just show up at the hotel and the guide takes it from there.
Vancouver to Victoria & Butchart Gardens: Ferry & Garden TourYou board a BC Ferry in Vancouver, cross the Georgia Strait watching for wildlife, spend two hours walking 55 acres of Butchart Gardens, then explore Victoria's Inner Harbour and downtown on your own schedule before returning by evening ferry. The tour includes hotel pickup, ferry tickets, garden entry, and a live guide—no separate bookings needed.Is it for me?Book this if you want the main Vancouver Island highlights in one full day without arranging your own ferry tickets, garden entry, or transport—the guide and fixed schedule handle all three, leaving you free to actually look at the water and the gardens instead of logistics.
Niagara Falls Winter: Behind the Falls & Skylon TowerYou descend 125 feet into tunnels behind the Horseshoe Falls, ride up the Skylon Tower for a 520-foot aerial view, walk the Niagara Gorge and Whirlpool Rapids, and taste Canadian maple syrup and chocolate — all with hotel pickup and entry fees included. Waterproof gear and winter boots are essential, and the tour runs year-round with Festival of Lights lighting up the falls November through January.Is it for me?Book this if you want the major Niagara Falls attractions in one day without arranging transport, entry tickets, or timing yourself — the fixed itinerary and hotel pickup remove the logistics so you can focus on the falls themselves.
Château Laurier Hotel Tour Ottawa: Behind-the-Scenes HistoryA 75-minute guided tour of the Fairmont Château Laurier in Ottawa explores the hotel's hidden history, from concealed passageways and political rendezvous to the ballrooms where state galas have taken place. You'll see the swimming pool and areas normally closed to the public, guided by an English-speaking tour leader. Wheelchair accessible; children from age 1 welcome.Is it for me?Book this tour if you have a free afternoon in Ottawa and want to go deeper into the building's architecture and political history than a lobby visit allows. The fixed 75-minute format and included guide mean you don't have to research the Château's stories yourself—the tour does that work, and you move through the hotel at a pace built for taking it in.
Fraser Valley Wine Tour from Vancouver: 3 Wineries, No RushA wine tasting tour from Vancouver takes you by air-conditioned van to three Fraser Valley wineries over 5.5 hours, with a local English-speaking guide, wine tastings at each stop, and a light lunch included. The venues vary depending on availability, but each winery offers a different style—contemporary, handcrafted small-lot, or award-winning local—so you experience the region's range without the rush between stops. A minimum of four guests is required for public departures.Is it for me?This is a shared tour with a fixed schedule and set stops, which is what keeps the day from sprawling and gets you back to Vancouver with evening still ahead. Book it if you want to taste the region's range without building the itinerary yourself or waiting for a private group to fill.
Snowmobile Tours Quebec: Île d'Orléans & St. Lawrence RiverYou’ll feel your heart race as you ride a snowmobile across Île d’Orléans near Quebec City, following your guide past snowy fields with views of Mount St. Anne and the St. Lawrence River. Share laughs as you swap drivers mid-tour and soak up icy air under your helmet — it’s winter adventure with real local spirit.
Squamish Valley Flightseeing Tour: 35-Minute Alpine FlightA 35-minute flightseeing tour over Squamish Valley and Garibaldi Provincial Park with a live pilot guide in English. The plane departs from Sea To Sky Air base at Squamish Airport and climbs over the Tantalus, Alpha, Ossa and Omega mountain ranges, passing alpine lakes, snow-capped peaks, waterfalls and glaciers. Headsets let you hear the pilot's commentary on the region's geology; landing and facility fees, national park fees and airport tax are included. A minimum of two people per booking is required.Is it for me?At 35 minutes, the flight leaves your day open for other activities in Squamish or the Sea-to-Sky corridor—long enough to see the full sweep of four mountain ranges and Garibaldi Provincial Park, short enough to combine with a hike, a meal or a drive to Whistler without eating the whole afternoon.
Columbia Icefield Tour: Glacier Skywalk & Ice ExplorerThis day trip from Calgary takes you north along the Icefields Parkway to the Columbia Icefield, where you ride the Ice Explorer onto Athabasca Glacier and cross the Glacier Skywalk, a glass-floored observation platform suspended over the ice. The tour includes stops at Lake Louise and Crowfoot Glacier, a hot buffet lunch, and dinner in Banff before returning to Calgary late in the evening. A live English-speaking guide leads the group, and hotel pickup is included.Is it for me?The day is long and the drive substantial, but the route itself is the main event—the Icefields Parkway unfolds gradually, and the stops at Lake Louise and Crowfoot Glacier break up the travel. You're on your feet for the Skywalk and the glacier, but the Ice Explorer does the heavy work of getting you onto the ice, so moderate fitness is what the operator asks for, not athletic ability.
Quebec City: Lower Town Bike Tour & Grand Marché StopYou’ll pedal through Quebec City’s Lower Town with a local guide, weaving past spiral staircases and historic squares before tasting fresh treats at Grand Marché. Expect river breezes, stories about French explorers, and real moments with local producers—plus plenty of time to soak up the city’s colors and sounds along the way.
Montreal: Private Convertible Cadillac Tour with Old Montreal & Mount RoyalYou’ll cruise through Montreal in a classic convertible Cadillac with a local guide, taking in Old Montreal’s cobblestones, Plateau’s colorful row houses and murals, plus sweeping views from Mount Royal. Expect spontaneous stories, fresh air, and small surprises along the way—you might even find yourself wishing the ride lasted longer.
Whale Watching Discovery Islands: Humpbacks & Orcas TourA full-day whale watching tour in Discovery Islands and Desolation Sound puts you aboard a 12-passenger zodiac with a live English-speaking guide to search for Humpback Whales, Orca, sea lions, dolphins and Bald Eagles through tidal rapids and Coast Mountain fjords. The tour runs 8 hours, includes floater suits, lunch, snacks and hot beverages, and stops halfway on a private beach or public dock. A minimum of 4 guests is required; children from age 4 are welcome.Is it for me?Book this if you're based in Campbell River without a car—the zodiac departs from the marina and your guide navigates the fjords and tidal rapids while you focus on spotting Humpback Whales and Orca across their feeding grounds.
Calgary to Banff & Lake Louise Shuttle with Hotel PickupYou’ll meet your shuttle driver right at Calgary Airport and ride through changing landscapes toward Banff or Lake Louise. There’s space for skis and snowboards, plus hotel pickup and drop-off that makes arrival feel easy. Expect real local tips along the way—and that first crisp taste of mountain air as you step off in the Rockies.
Vancouver: Whale Watching Tour from Granville IslandYou board from Granville Island with a marine naturalist who guides you through the Strait of Georgia and Gulf Islands in search of killer whales, humpbacks, and seals. The tour lasts 3–5 hours depending on where the wildlife is that day, includes a restroom on board and provided water, and comes with a sightings guarantee—if no whales appear, your next tour is free. Bring layers and sunscreen, or let the crew supply them.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see west coast whales with someone who knows the animals and the water—the marine naturalist and small-boat format mean you're learning while you're watching, not just passing through.
Ucluelet Harbour: Sea Kayak Tour & Wildlife SightingsYou paddle a protected route in Ucluelet Harbour spotting bears, eagles and deer, with all kayaking equipment provided and a guide who knows fifteen years of west coast patterns. The half-day timing works around the tide, which is what gives you access to the intertidal zone and keeps the pace manageable for beginners. Small groups, no experience required, and you're back by afternoon.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see west coast wildlife without committing to a full day or needing kayaking experience — the protected harbour and tide-dependent timing are what make the intertidal exploration possible and keep the pace relaxed for beginners.
Pontiac Wine & Cider Tour: 12 Tastings, Family MillsA full-day wine and cider tasting tour from Ottawa and Gatineau to Pontiac, visiting three family-run wineries and cider mills for 12 tastings, a tour of the production process, lunch and snacks, with hotel pickup and an air-conditioned vehicle included. The guide speaks English and French, and the owners host you at each stop so the experience stays personal instead of commercial.Is it for me?If you speak French or English, the guide's commentary will be in your language, so you'll follow the history and the process at each stop without translation lag. The seven-hour commitment means you'll have time at each family mill instead of a rushed tasting, and the pickup from your hotel removes the logistics of getting to Pontiac and back safely after tastings.
