Things to do in Canada
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Niagara-on-the-Lake: Wine Tasting Tour & Cheese PairingYou get picked up from your hotel, visit three Niagara-on-the-Lake wineries over four hours, taste three to four wines at each stop including ice wine, and enjoy a cheese pairing at one estate. The guide handles all the driving and the winery staff do the explaining, so you just show up and taste. Return to your hotel in the late afternoon.Is it for me?Book this if you want to taste Niagara's signature ice wines without arranging transport between wineries or figuring out which estates to visit — the fixed stops and included pickup handle both, leaving you free to focus on the tasting itself.
Ottawa Hop-On Hop-Off Tour: Double-Decker Bus SightseeingThis hop-on hop-off sightseeing tour of Ottawa runs a fixed route with stops at the Canadian War Museum, Canadian Museum of History, National Gallery of Canada, Canada Aviation and Space Museum, Rideau Hall, ByWard Market, and the Ottawa Sign, among others. A professional driver and live guide in English or French narrate the route aboard a double-decker bus or trolley. You board at the main kiosk at Parliament and can get off and rejoin at any stop; the pace is yours to set. Hotel pickup is available before 9:30–9:45 a.m. for an additional $5 payable to the driver, with 24 hours' notice required.Is it for me?The 90-minute loop is designed to give you an overview without eating the whole day—you can ride the full route and still have afternoon hours free to explore on foot, or hop off at one or two stops and spend as long as you want there.
Banff: Lake Louise & Takakkaw Falls Full-Day Coach TourYou board a coach in Banff and spend the day moving through Yoho National Park, stopping at Emerald Lake, Takakkaw Falls, the Spiral Tunnels and viewpoints of Victoria Glacier and Ten Peaks. The tour includes hotel pickup, an on-board host, snacks and refreshments, so you navigate the mountain passes without driving or planning stops yourself. Return happens in the evening.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see the main Banff and Yoho highlights in one day without renting a car or planning the mountain route yourself — the fixed schedule and included pickup mean you arrive at each stop ready to look, not stressed about navigation or timing.
Canmore Bow River Float: Private Guide & Family Friendly TourYou’ll float along the Bow River near Canmore with a private guide, taking in mountain views and fresh pine air. The tour is family friendly—bring your kids or even your dog—and wheelchair accessible. Expect gentle water, laughter from other travelers, and moments of real calm as you pass beneath the Three Sisters peaks.
Vancouver: Gastown Walking Tour of Prohibition SecretsYou’ll follow a local guide through Gastown’s tangled streets, hear wild Prohibition stories, touch century-old bricks outside legendary bars, and stand where rum runners once made their moves. Expect laughter, odd facts you’ll retell later, and that feeling of being part of Vancouver’s layered past—even if just for an afternoon.
Vancouver: Sunset Whale Watching Tour & Free PhotosYou’ll feel sea air on your face as you search for whales near Vancouver with local guides who know these waters by heart. Watch for orcas and humpbacks while sipping hot chocolate at sunset, and don’t worry about missing a shot—free wildlife photos are included. It’s peaceful but thrilling all at once, especially when everyone falls silent waiting for that next splash.
Moraine Lake & Banff Day Tour: Small Groups, Hidden GemsA guided day tour from Canmore (or Calgary or Banff) through Banff National Park visiting Lake Louise, Moraine Lake or Johnston Canyon depending on season, plus Bow Falls and Surprise Corner, with a live English-speaking guide, park admission and an air-conditioned vehicle. Small group size and stops at lesser-known viewpoints set this apart from the standard route. The tour runs 8 to 10 hours and includes coffee or tea.Is it for me?Book this tour if you want to see the famous lakes and waterfalls without renting a car or building the day yourself—the guide handles the route, the timing and the stops, so you move through the park without the logistics. Small groups also mean you actually stop at the viewpoints instead of passing through them.
Whistler Callaghan Valley: Beginner Snowmobile Tour & Goldmine StopYou’ll start your first snowmobile ride in Whistler’s Callaghan Valley with friendly guides who make sure even total beginners feel welcome. Cruise easy trails through snowy forests, stop at the old NorthAir Goldmine site for stories and photos, and share laughs along the way. It’s three hours that’ll stick with you long after your boots dry out.
Banff National Park Tour: Lake Louise & Moraine Lake ViewsA full-day guided tour of Banff National Park departing from Calgary, Canmore or Banff, with stops at Lake Louise, Moraine Lake (June–October) or Emerald Lake and Natural Bridge (October–May), Johnston Canyon, and either Banff Avenue or Bow Falls. The tour includes an air-conditioned van, a local guide who drives, and flexible pickup and drop-off at any of the three starting points; lunch is at your own expense. The itinerary may shift due to weather or attraction closures.Is it for me?Book this tour if you want to see Lake Louise, Moraine Lake and Johnston Canyon in a single day without renting a car or planning the route — the guide handles the driving and timing, and you choose where to start and end. If you prefer a self-guided pace or want to spend more time at one lake, a rental car or a shorter point-to-point transfer might suit you better.
Victoria: Pedicab Tour from Cruise Terminal with Old Town & ChinatownYou’ll step straight from your cruise ship into a pedicab for an easy-paced tour of Victoria’s character-filled neighborhoods—James Bay’s painted homes, Beacon Hill Park’s peacocks, Emily Carr’s storybook house, Old Town’s lively streets, and Canada’s oldest Chinatown. With local pickup and return included, you’ll soak up real moments—maybe even feed a peacock or taste something new—before heading back to your ship.
Peggy's Cove, Citadel & Titanic Cemetery tour from HalifaxA guided sightseeing tour from Halifax covering Peggy's Cove, Halifax Citadel and Fairview Lawn Cemetery (the Titanic burial ground), with hotel pickup and drop-off included. The day runs four hours and pairs a scenic drive to Canada's most photographed lighthouse with walking access to a 1745 fortress and a narrated pass of downtown landmarks including Pier 21 and the Halifax Seaport Farmers' Market. Your guide provides commentary throughout and the tour ends back at your hotel.Is it for me?Book this if you want a guide-led route that combines Peggy's Cove Lighthouse, Citadel Hill, and the Titanic cemetery in one morning, with hotel pickup and drop-off in downtown Halifax.
Gastown Food Tour Vancouver: 6 Authentic Local TastingsA guided food tour through Gastown, Vancouver's original neighbourhood, stopping at six local spots for authentic tastings that reflect the city's real food scene. Your guide shares the stories behind each kitchen and Gastown's past—the Great Fire of 1886, the rebuilding, the people who made it what it is. Morning tours include a hand-made donut fried fresh daily since 1979; afternoon tours add a chicken taco and artisan chocolate. Every tour includes a Secret Dish revealed only on the day, plus quality drinks at select stops.Is it for me?Book the small group tour if you're comfortable meeting other food lovers on the same route; choose the private upgrade if you want the same stops and tastings with just your own group.
Little Canada Tickets: 45,000 sq ft Miniature CanadaYou walk through seven miniature Canadian regions with animated vehicles, moving figures, and intricate details across 45,000 square feet. The CN Tower, Niagara Falls, and Bay of Fundy are all represented in miniature scale. Plan for two to three hours, arrive before 1pm on weekdays to avoid school groups, and note that last entry closes 90 minutes before the building shuts down.Is it for me?Right for anyone wanting to see Canada's landmarks and landscapes without leaving downtown Toronto, or for families with young children and strollers. Plan for two to three hours, and arrive before 1pm on weekdays if you want to avoid school groups filling the space.
Animated Crime Walking Tour in Old Quebec: Ghost of a CriminalThis is a 90-minute guided walking tour through Old Quebec led by a live performer playing the ghost of Jean Rattier, a famous criminal from New France. You visit the Common Prison and Place-Royale, hearing stories of execution and crime as the sun sets. The tour runs in English or French, and a minimum of two people per booking is required.Is it for me?Book this tour if you want a theatrical, character-driven experience rather than a traditional historical walking tour—the performer and the nighttime setting are what set it apart from daytime sightseeing. The 90-minute length and moderate fitness requirement mean it suits walkers comfortable on cobblestones and hills, but not those with cardiovascular concerns or mobility limitations.
Jasper Athabasca River: Class II Whitewater Rafting 2 HoursYou get picked up, float and paddle the Athabasca for an hour with Class II rapids and valley views, then return. The whole thing takes two hours. Kids from five up can go, and you don't arrange transport or worry about what's included — it's all there. Just show up 15 minutes early in your bathing suit.Is it for me?Pick this if you want an actual whitewater experience in a short window without arranging your own transport or worrying about hidden costs — the fixed two-hour slot and included pickup mean you show up and go.
Whistler: Callaghan Valley ATV Tour & Gold Mine TrailsYou’ll get muddy on this intermediate ATV tour in Whistler’s Callaghan Valley—expect bumpy single track trails, old-growth forest air, a peek at NorthAir gold mine history, and plenty of banter with your local guide. It’s three hours roundtrip with gear included—and you’ll probably still feel that wild energy hours later.
Royal Ontario Museum Toronto: 30 Galleries & DinosaursYou get access to 30+ galleries of dinosaurs, mummies, art, and natural history specimens without arranging separate tickets or timing yourself around tour groups. The museum is fully wheelchair accessible, stroller-friendly, and includes a cafe and gift shop. Plan for at least three hours if you want to see more than one major section without rushing.Is it for me?Right for families, solo travelers, and anyone with a few hours to spend on art, natural history, and dinosaurs without arranging separate tickets or navigating a tour schedule—the general admission covers everything, and the scale means you can go as deep or as broad as your time allows.
Victoria & Butchart Gardens Day Trip from VancouverYou take a round-trip ferry through the Gulf Islands, spend the afternoon exploring Butchart Gardens at your own pace, then walk through Victoria's Chinatown, Inner Harbour, and Beacon Hill Park before ferrying back to Vancouver. Entry, ferries, guide, water and a snack are all included, so you're not stopping to buy tickets or figure out timing. Plan for a full day out—you leave early and return in the evening, which is what makes fitting all five stops into one trip possible.Is it for me?A good fit if you want to see Victoria's main attractions in one day without arranging ferries, park tickets, or driving yourself—the fixed itinerary and included entry are what make fitting five stops into a single trip possible. Plan for a full day out, leaving early and returning in the evening.
Revelstoke Whitewater Rafting: Class II–III Rapids AdventureHalf-day whitewater rafting on the Illecillewaet River near Revelstoke, British Columbia, where you paddle Class II and III rapids for roughly 2 to 2.5 hours while Mt. Revelstoke National Park rises behind you. The trip includes a professional guide, all gear, round-trip transport from the Regent Hotel in downtown Revelstoke, and a photographer on the water. No experience or swimming ability required; children from age 8 are welcome.Is it for me?Book this trip if you want to paddle real whitewater without arranging your own transport or gear—the guides handle the safety briefing and the current, and you show up at the hotel ready to go. The fixed schedule and included photography mean the day holds together and you leave with proof of it.
Halifax: Peggy's Cove & Lunenburg Small Group TourYou're picked up from your Halifax hotel and driven to Peggy's Cove lighthouse, where you climb the rocks and explore the fishing village at your own pace. The route includes Mahone Bay's three churches, the Bay of Fundy shoreline, and Lunenburg's UNESCO village with options to walk, eat, sail the Bluenose, or taste local wine. Sam adjusts the day based on what you want to do, and you're back in Halifax by early afternoon.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see Nova Scotia's most famous coastal spots without renting a car or planning the route yourself—the small group size and flexible schedule mean you're not locked into a rigid itinerary, which is what makes it possible to actually enjoy each place instead of rushing through it.
