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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Maligne Lake Cruise Jasper: Spirit Island Boat TourYou board a heated, glass-enclosed boat at Maligne Lake Boathouse and cruise 90 minutes to Spirit Island, the only way to reach it. A guide narrates the glacial history and ecology while you watch for bears, eagles and deer along snow-capped shores. All taxes and entry are included; you return to the boathouse with time for a warm beverage before the drive back to Jasper.Is it for me?A good fit if you want to reach Spirit Island without arranging your own boat or hiking — the cruise is the only way there. Plan for a full morning or afternoon: the one-hour drive from Jasper, early arrival for parking, the 90-minute cruise, and time at the boathouse afterward.
Niagara Day Tour: Boat Ride, Floral Clock & Lake OntarioThis eight-hour guided tour departs from Toronto and visits Niagara-on-the-Lake, the Floral Clock, and the Falls themselves, with a state-of-the-art catamaran cruise included. The guide leads you through the heritage district in the morning, drives the scenic Niagara River Parkway, stops at the Niagara Gorge Platform overlooking the Whirlpool Rapids, and takes you onto the Hornblower boat (May–December; Skylon Tower substitutes January–April when the boat is not running). You get up to three hours of free time at the Falls, rain ponchos for the boat, and guaranteed line bypass for the cruise. The tour returns to downtown Toronto before the major traffic begins, leaving your evening open.Is it for me?If you're staying in a Toronto hotel without a car, this tour picks you up and handles all the driving, timing and boat-line logistics—you're back downtown before evening traffic, which means your night is still open. The morning stop in Niagara-on-the-Lake (where you actually walk the heritage district and the lakeshore, not a gift shop) and the guaranteed boat-line bypass are what separate this from tours that rush you through souvenir stops and leave you queuing at the dock.
Niagara Falls: Boat, Behind Falls & Whirlpool Rapids TourYou ride a catamaran to the base of the Horseshoe Falls, descend into the 130-year-old tunnels behind the Canadian Falls, and stand at the Whirlpool Rapids Observation Deck watching Class 6 rapids. Hotel pickup, professional guide, and all three admission tickets are included — you just show up at your hotel lobby at the scheduled time.Is it for me?Book this if you're in Niagara for just a few hours and want the three main attractions without arranging your own transport or buying tickets separately — the fixed schedule and included pickup are what make it possible to see the Falls from three different angles in a morning.
Quebec City & Montmorency Falls Day Tour from MontrealA 14-hour guided tour from Montreal takes you through Old Quebec — the only fortified city in North America — and to Montmorency Falls, where a cable car carries you to the top of the 272-foot waterfall. The tour includes an air-conditioned vehicle, a professional guide in English or French, and entry to Old Quebec's historic district; park admission and meals are separate. Infants and small children are welcome.Is it for me?Book this tour if you want to see both a major waterfall and a centuries-old fortified city in one day without arranging your own transport or navigating between sites — the guide handles the route and the timing holds everything together.
Banff National Park Day Trip: Lake Louise & Moraine LakeA 10-hour guided tour of Banff National Park departing from Calgary, led by a certified local guide who navigates seasonal closures and road restrictions so you don't have to. The route includes Lake Louise, Moraine Lake (June through October), Johnston Canyon, Bow Falls and Lake Minnewanka, with free time in Banff town for a meal. Pickup is included from Calgary, Canmore or Banff; bottled water and park admissions are provided.Is it for me?The 7:30 AM start from Calgary means an early morning, but it's what fits Lake Louise, Moraine Lake, Johnston Canyon and Bow Falls into one day without rushing the stops themselves. The guide handles all the driving and knows which roads are closed, so you're not managing the logistics or the seasonal changes.
Niagara River Jet Boat Rafting: Class V Rapids & WhirlpoolA 45-minute jet boat ride on the Niagara River takes you through Class V Devil's Hole Rapids and up to the Niagara Whirlpool on the Canadian side. A river guide provides live commentary throughout, and the trip includes a pre-departure safety briefing, all safety gear, and disposable ponchos — though the boat is designed to soak you. The tour does not pass Niagara Falls itself; the Whirlpool and Falls are separated by impassable Class VI rapids. Arrive 45 minutes early to register and complete the safety orientation, or you will be moved to the next available departure.Is it for me?Book this if you want to be in the water and the action — the Class V rapids are the whole point, and you will be soaked by design. If you came to see Niagara Falls itself, this is not the ride; the tour stays on the lower river and never reaches the Falls.
Île d'Orléans food and wine tour from Quebec CityThe Island of Orleans Taste and Drink Tour is a small-group food and wine tasting experience on Île d'Orléans, 15 minutes from Quebec City, led by a bilingual guide who takes you to a vineyard, cider house, nougat maker and organic blackcurrant farm. The tour runs 3.5 hours and includes all tastings, an air-conditioned vehicle and a local guide; children are welcome from age 6.Is it for me?The tour leaves from Quebec City and includes pickup and transport, so you don't need a car to reach Île d'Orléans or navigate between the producers—a real advantage if you're staying in the city or renting nothing but a hotel room.
Victoria Zodiac Boat Whale Watching: 3-Hour Salish Sea TourA 3-hour whale-watching tour from Victoria's Inner Harbour on a 12-passenger open-air zodiac boat, searching the Salish Sea for whales, seals and marine life with an expert guide and all-weather exposure suits. The tour includes a whale sighting guarantee—if you don't see whales, you get complimentary return trips until you do. Children are welcome from age 7, and the $5 Salish Sea Conservation Fee is built into the price.Is it for me?Book this tour if you want to watch from water level instead of a high deck—the open-air zodiac and small group size mean you're close to the action, and the whale sighting guarantee means you'll keep coming back until you see them.
Newfoundland: Puffin & Whale Watching Cruise Witless BayYou’ll lean against the rail as puffins zip past in Witless Bay, listen to folk tales from your local guide, and maybe spot a whale or iceberg if nature’s feeling generous. With plenty of space onboard and shelter if weather turns rough, this cruise is all about real moments—wind in your face, laughter nearby, stories echoing long after you’re back on land.
Niagara Falls: Early Boat Ride & Journey Behind the Falls VIPYou’ll stand right up front on an early Niagara Falls boat ride—no crowds yet—feeling the spray hit your face as you get close to the falls. Walk with a local guide who shares stories only locals know, then descend into tunnels behind the crashing water itself. It’s loud, wet, oddly peaceful—and leaves you thinking about power and perspective long after you’ve dried off.
Electric Bike Tour Vancouver: Stanley Park, False Creek & GastownThis 4-hour electric bike tour of Vancouver covers Stanley Park, Prospect Point, False Creek, Yaletown and Gastown with a local guide and premium e-bikes. The electric motor handles the hills—Prospect Point's climb is powered—so the day stays accessible for all fitness levels. Minimum age is 16; the tour runs rain or shine.Is it for me?The electric motor means you cover 4 neighborhoods and 1000 acres of Stanley Park without the fitness barrier that stops most people on a regular bike tour—hills flatten out, and the pace stays steady for anyone 16 or older who can ride.
Whistler & Sea to Sky Gondola Day Trip from VancouverYou get picked up at your Vancouver hotel, driven up the scenic Sea to Sky Highway with a professional guide, stop at Shannon Falls waterfall, ride the gondola to the summit for views of Howe Sound and the mountains, then have three hours free in Whistler Village to eat and explore before returning to the city. Hotel pickup and gondola entry are included, so you skip the line and the logistics.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see the Sea to Sky corridor and Whistler in one day without renting a car or managing your own timing — the fixed schedule and included gondola entry take the planning off your hands.
Skylon Tower Niagara Falls: 775-Foot Observation Deck & ViewsYou ride a glass elevator 775 feet up, step onto an indoor and outdoor observation deck, and see Horseshoe Falls, American Falls, and the Great Gorge from directly above. On clear days the view extends 77 miles toward Toronto and Buffalo. You can stay as long as you want, eat at the Revolving Dining Room if you choose, and return at night to see the illuminated falls and seasonal fireworks. The whole visit takes as long as you make it.Is it for me?Pick this if you want the clearest, highest view of all three falls in one stop without arranging transport or timing—the ticket gets you straight up and you stay as long as the light holds.
Niagara Falls Day Trip Toronto: Horseshoe Falls & Parkway DriveYou spend three hours exploring the Horseshoe Falls area at your own pace, with optional boat rides and tower access available on-site. Along the way, the tour includes photo stops at the Floral Clock, Whirlpool Rapids, and the hydroelectric stations, plus a 30-minute break at Maple Leaf Place. Round-trip transportation from Toronto and a licensed guide are included, so you just show up at pickup and return the same evening.Is it for me?Book this if you're based in Toronto and want to see Niagara Falls without arranging your own transport, navigating the route, or figuring out where to stop—the guide and the itinerary handle all of that, and the three-hour window at the falls gives you time to move at your own speed.
Mont Tremblant: Guided Zipline Tour & Gondola AccessYou’ll ride the panoramic gondola to Mont Tremblant’s summit, gear up with your guide, then soar down five ziplines—the longest in Quebec—all the way back to the village. Expect quick hikes between lines, crisp mountain air on your face, and plenty of laughs along the way. There’s something about seeing Tremblant from above that sticks with you.
Niagara Falls Day Tour from Toronto & Optional Boat CruiseYou get picked up from downtown Toronto, driven to Niagara Falls with historical commentary from a licensed guide, and given 3+ hours to explore on your own — whether that means the Hornblower boat cruise into the mist, Journey Behind the Falls, Skylon Tower views, or Clifton Hill attractions. Maple syrup tasting and Clifton Hill access are included; the boat cruise is optional and included in price if you choose it. The whole day takes around ten hours, and you return to Toronto by evening.Is it for me?Pick this if you're based in Toronto and want to see Niagara Falls without arranging your own transport or timing — the pickup, drive, and guide commentary handle the logistics, and the 3+ hours of free time means you're not rushed through the main event.
Ghostly Walking Tour in Victoria: Ghost Stories & Local HistoryA one-hour walking tour through Victoria's streets and alleys led by a local guide who tells stories of eccentric characters, heroic deeds, intrigue, murder and ghosts. The tour begins at the Visitor Information Centre on the Inner Harbour (or Market Square during Halloween season) and covers the ground where these tales happened. Suitable for all fitness levels and operates in any weather.Is it for me?Book this if you want to hear Victoria's darker history and strange characters told by someone who knows the city—the guide's storytelling and the real locations where the stories happened make the hour stick with you in a way a museum visit won't.
Capilano Suspension Bridge & Grouse Mountain Group TourYou cross a 450-foot suspension bridge suspended 230 feet above the Capilano River, walk through rainforest canopy walkways, stand at Cleveland Dam with postcard-perfect mountain views, and ride the Grouse Mountain Skyride to the peak—all in seven hours with hotel pickup, expert narration, and no separate ticket purchases to arrange.Is it for me?Right for travelers staying in Vancouver who want the North Shore's three main attractions in one guided day without arranging separate transport or tickets. The seven-hour pace means you're not rushed through any stop, and the moderate fitness level required is what lets you walk the suspension bridges and forest trails without strain.
Stanley Park Bicycle Tour Vancouver: Seawall & RainforestA 3-hour guided bicycle tour of Stanley Park in Vancouver takes you through a 1,000-acre urban forest and along the paved Seawall path, with stops at Brockton Point lighthouse, First Nations totem poles, and Third Beach. The small group stays under 10 riders, and a professional guide explains the park's logging history and rainforest ecosystems. Bikes, helmets and locks are provided; luggage storage is free for the duration.Is it for me?Choose this tour if you prefer a guided pace through the park's highlights rather than mapping your own route—a guide leads you to totem poles, Lost Lagoon, and Third Beach while you focus on riding and wildlife spotting.
Banff Wildlife Tour: Small Group, 95% Wildlife Sighting RateA small group wildlife and scenic tour of Banff led by an expert local guide, with hotel pickup and drop-off at select locations. The guide tailors each itinerary based on recent wildlife sightings and seasonal conditions, taking groups of no more than 12 through forests, mountain passes and wildlife corridors where bears, elk, moose, bighorn sheep, lynx, coyotes and deer roam. The tour includes hot drinks and a sweet treat in winter, water refills, and a dusk departure timed to avoid crowds and improve wildlife spotting odds.Is it for me?Book this tour if you want to see wildlife without the crowds—the small group size, backroad access and dusk timing are what make the 95% sighting rate possible. Not suitable if you have poor cardiovascular health, as the itinerary includes short walks and elevation changes; children 8 and under cannot join.
