Canada holidays

Watch cowboy hats circle in the air and dust billow up from horses’ hooves during the world’s largest outdoor rodeo. The Calgary Stampede was first held in 1886 and is an outdoor extravaganza featuring agricultural shows, chuckwagon races and a parade. On this three-night adventure, you can experience the excitement firsthand as you watch chuckwagon races, a rodeo and a grandstand show. You'll also experience two skyrides over Stampede Park.

Watch cowboy hats circle in the air and dust billow up from horses’ hooves during the world’s largest outdoor rodeo. The Calgary Stampede was first held in 1886 and is an outdoor extravaganza featuring agricultural shows, chuckwagon races and a parade. This two-day pass gives you access to all the highlights as you immerse yourself in the excitement and adventure of this amazing event.

From your hotel in Banff, visit a grizzly bear refuge where you can watch the antics of the bears as they play in this natural habitat. You’ll stop to soak in the views over Lake Louise, watch trains disappear ito the Spiral Tunnels and can photograph Takakkaw Falls, Canada’s second highest waterfall. At Kicking Horse Mountain Resort, take a gondola ride to the top of the Purcell Mountains, where you’ll enjoy a delicious lunch on a mountain-top in Canada’s highest restaurant.

Enjoy an unforgettable seaside dinner on tranquil Horseshoe Bay. Arrive by seaplane from downtown Vancouver’s Coal Harbour and head to the Boathouse restaurant, where you’ll tuck into a delicious gourmet meal. Admire breathtaking ocean views before boarding a limousine and marvel at the city lights as you return to downtown Vancouver.

You’ll be picked up from your hotel and whisked off to the mighty Columbia Icefield – covering 325sq km and up to 320m deep, it’s one of the largest masses of ice south of the Arctic Circle. Journey along the scenic Icefields Parkway, taking in spectacular views before boarding an Ice Explorer and venturing onto the Athabasca Glacier. You’ll also enjoy an Alpine picnic lunch.

Fly from Vancouver to Campbell River and stay at Heron’s Landing Hotel. The next morning, travel by floatplane to Knight Inlet Lodge, Campbell River, a rustic luxury resort floating on cedar log booms. Embark on a small boat excursion in the estuary, followed by a two-hour bearviewing tour and a two-hour Knight Inlet sightseeing cruise – all accompanied by a knowledgeable guide who will tell you about the area’s wildlife and natural history. Spend the evening relaxing in the lodge’s lounge over a fascinating guide presentation.

Hop on the complimentary bus service from your Montreal hotel and head to the start of the tour. You’ll pass over 200 interesting sights during this incredible experience. See the beautiful Notre Dame Basilica, the residential and financial districts, historic Old Montreal, an outside view of the Olympic Complex and the amazing view from the observation point on top of Mount Royal.

Experience the true beauty of this cascading torrent. You’ll be picked up and driven to your choice of hotel at Niagara Falls – either Michael’s Inn or Hilton Fallsview. Spend time admiring this natural wonder and explore the town of Niagara on the Lake. From May to October, don a rain mac for the Maid of the Mist cruise and get close to the falls or, from November to April, enjoy a Journey Behind the Falls experience.

We’ll take you through the towns of Hamilton, St Catharine’s and the Niagara Peninsula wine region on the way to Niagara Falls. Spend time admiring and photographing the falls before hopping on Maid of the Mist for a unique view of Horseshoe Falls. After, enjoy a meal and a trip along the beautiful Niagara Parkway, which winds its way along Niagara Gorge passing through the historic town of Niagara on the Lake.

Gaze up at the towering cascades of Montmorency Falls – 30m higher than Niagara Falls. During your guided tour, you’ll also visit Quebec’s Parliament Buildings, admire the grand facade of Chateau Frontenac and stroll through Place d’Armes. Discover the Citadel, Quebec National Assembly and the beautiful Notre Dame Basilica. Outside of this walled city, you’ll also see the Plains of Abraham, the site of many battles between the French and British empires.

Fly from Vancouver to Campbell River and take a water taxi to Sonora Island for your 2 night stay. One of the Discovery Islands, Sonora is home to a rich plethora of wildlife including eagles, sea lions, whales, dolphins and grizzly bears. Luxury wilderness lodge Sonora Resort is stunningly set amid an unspoilt landscape of lush greenery and glassy turquoise waters. Enjoy a complimentary one-hour nature tour and unwind in the resort’s plush facilities. Other activities available at the resort include fly-fishing, kayaking and bear watching. The next day travel by water taxi back to Campbell River for your return flight to Vancouver.

Experience cosmopolitan downtown Toronto’s sights and sounds on this bus and guided walking tour. You’ll visit St Lawrence Market where locals buy fresh meat and bread; discover Nathan Philips Square at New City Hall; and take in museums, attractions, the stunning waterfront and magnificent architecture.

Leave Vancouver Harbour onboard a seaplane for a thrilling flight over the islands to Victoria. While in this beautiful city you’ll enjoy a coach tour to the famous Butchart Gardens and have time to visit fascinating museums and browse the shops before flying back to Vancouver.

Discover historic Victoria on this tour, a seaside city thriving with fantastic shopping, delicious cuisine and beautiful attractions. Your driver will tell you about Victoria’s history and highlights as you explore. You’ll visit Butchart Gardens, a breathtaking natural wonder with exotic flower displays from around the world. You can plan your own itinerary and make your way around the Inner Harbour waterfront – you could even take a water taxi and marvel at the dramatic cityscape.

Watch a whale crest the water on this amazing experience in the Strait of Georgia. You’ll cruise through the Gulf Islands region in a zodiac-style vessel and learn about magnificent killer whales, porpoises and sea lions from the on-board naturalist.

Discover majestic whales on this inspiring excursion. Leaving Quebec City, you’ll take a scenic route through the Charlevoix Region and on to Baie Ste-Catherine before setting out on a thrilling cruise to spot these incredible creatures. A naturalist will tell you all about the beluga and finback whales’ environment, the underwater marine life and beautiful Saguenay Fjord.

A safari bus will pick you up from Montebello, Quebec and take you into a 65,000-acre forested reserve located just 8km from Fairmont Le Château Montebello. From a fully enclosed, insect-free viewing platform, you’ll have the chance to spot bears, deer moose and a plethora of birds. This thrilling excursion is accompanied throughout by a knowledgeable guide.