
Transcontinental train trip on the Canadian
Transcontinental train trip on the Canadian
Considered one of the world’s great rail journeys, The Canadian offers the ultimate transcontinental train trip.
Experiences you have as you travel often hold the longest memories. As part of their research trips, our specialists seek out authentic ways to get to know Canada, and the best local guides. These activities reflect some of their best-loved experiences.
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Transcontinental train trip on the Canadian
Considered one of the world’s great rail journeys, The Canadian offers the ultimate transcontinental train trip.
Calgary Stampede Rodeo
Watch competitors from around the world compete to win the richest prize in rodeo, visit the Stampede Park for fairground rides, live music, an agriculture showcase, and more.
Pathways of the Algonquin 3 day kayak tour
Take to the waters and pathways of Algonquin Provincial Park on this two-night canoe and hiking tour. You’ll stay in a remote log cabin and have the opportunity to follow in the footsteps of the Algonquin people who called the area home.
Bay Bulls puffin and whale watching
Take to the waters of Witless Bay Ecological Reserve on a marine adventure. The area is home to 250,000 seabirds including Atlantic puffins, and the surrounding waters are home to the world’s largest population of humpback whales.
Rail journey on The Ocean
A rail journey on The Ocean between Montréal and Halifax provides a wonderful glimpse of Canada’s past.
Grizzly bears of Khutzeymateen Valley
Travel north through Catham Sound into the pristine wilderness of the Khutzeymateen Valley, home to the largest population of grizzly bears in the world. You’ll observe the bears in the natural habitat, along with marine life common to the area.
Skeena train journey through the Rockies
Plunging deep into the wilds of British Columbia, the Skeena takes you on a 1,160-kilometre journey past the highest peaks of the Rockies, countless lakes, waterfalls, frontier settlements and forested mountain slopes.
Tree-top canopy walk
Journey into the treetops of Whistler’s old-growth forest on a network of suspension bridges, viewing platforms, boardwalks and forest trails. Learn more about the surrounding ecology, and take in views of Whistler’s mountains and valleys.
Montréal walking tour byond the Basilica
Your local guide will take you through the streets and districts of Montreal to experience the rich history, culture, art and gastronomy that the city has to offer, including time in the ornate Notre-Dame Basilica.
Heli-hiking — 4 days
Leave the crowds behind and head into the wilderness of the Canadian Rockies, getting around on foot and by helicopter. Panoramic mountain views, hearty food and hiking adventures await on this multi-day tour.
Québec City walking tour
Work your way through the old streets of Québec City on this guided tour, learning the history of Governer’s Garden, the Battle of the Plains of Abraham, and Notre-Dame-des-Victoires.
Halifax Harbour sailing trip
In the late afternoon, board Halifax’s signature sailing ship, a three-masted schooner, to watch the sun set over the city while admiring this historic ship. You can grab a drink from the bar and relax, or help the crew hoist the sails.
Grizzly bears of Bute Inlet
Take to the warm waters of the Salish Sea, searching for marine wildlife, before heading on land to various viewing platforms to best see grizzly bears catching salmon fresh from the rivers.
Percé Rock & Bonaventure Island cruise
Take to the waters to get a close up look at the striking stone formation and arch of Perce Rock before heading to Bonaventure Island where you’ll be able to disembark to walk the trails and see 150,000 sea birds.
Western Brook Pond boat tour
After a short walk through the forest, board your boat to experience the dramatic fjordic scenery of Western Brook Pond, listening to live commentary on the geological features of the fjord as you go.
Mount Assiniboine helicopter tour
Lift off into the skies above the Canadian Rockies, flying between the peaks of the Three Sisters, Mount Assiniboine, the Sundance Range and Goat Range, seeing the sparkling lakes and deep valleys from above, and counting the glaciers as you go.
Lake Louise winter tour
Explore the snow and ice-covered lakes and landscapes of Lake Louise and Marble Canyon. Keep a look out for ice climbers below as you walk across Marble Canyon’s walkways, and enjoy free time for ice skating and sleigh rides at Lake Louise.
Maligne Canyon icewalk
Descend into Jasper’s deepest accessible canyon to see frozen waterfalls, ice caves and picturesque ice formations up close. Along the way, learn more about the Maligne Valley, Karst topography, and the mystery of the ‘disappearing’ Medicine Lake.
Frozen waterfall ice climbing experience
Head to one of Jasper National Park’s frozen waterfalls to scale to the top using ice picks and crampons. Your guide will choose the best location for the day, and you’ll have the chance to abseil into the canyon, and walk along the icy floor.
Morning snowmobile tour with hearty log cabin breakfast
Start the day zipping along remote backcountry trails of the Callaghan Valley near Whistler to enjoy a hearty breakfast in a rustic cabin. After you’ve filled up and warmed up, you can take your snowmobile onto the frozen lake before returning to Whistler.
Guided fat bike tour in Mont Tremblant
Take to the winter snow paths of Mont Tremblant’s network of trails on an electric fat bike to get the heart pumping. Traverse snow-covered lakes and alpine forests alongside the Riviere de la Diable with a mountain backdrop.
Snowmobiling in Mont Tremblant
Rev the engine of your snowmobile as you zoom into the mountain forests on snow-covered trails in the Saint Agathe des Monts region of Mont Tremblant, known as one of the best snowmobiling spots in North America.
Dog-sledding in the Callaghan Valley
Feel the wind as you’re pulled along on a sled behind a powerful team of dogs into the forests of the Callaghan Valley to an abandoned trapper’s camp on Totem Lake.
Snowshoe adventure to the Paint Pots
Wander into the snowy wilderness of Banff National Park by snowshoe to the culturally significant Paint Pots, where First Nations people collected the mineral deposit to use for rock paintings and as natural pigment.
Huron Wendat museum tour
Just north of Quebec City, a dive into First Nations culture and history awaits. Tour the Huron Wendat museum’s gardens and exhibits, take a bite of indigenous Canadian fare in the restaurant, and take a guided tour to learn even more.
Jasper motorcycle tour
On this short tour of Jasper National Park, you’ll get kitted out in traditional biker gear before taking to the roads and exploring the viewpoints, lakes, mountains, and forests by motorcycle sidecar.
Jasper wildlife tour
Journey into Jasper National Park in search of the wildlife that call the area home, including bears, elk, horned sheep, and coyote. You’ll be led by a local Metis guide who will teach you the history of the park, about the animals and the cultural influences.
Kluane National Park flightseeing tour
Take to the skies to fully capture the vastness of the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Kluane National Park. A landing on an icefield means a close up view at Canada’s highest peak, and views are in no short supply on the journey.
Honey wine & spirits tasting
Québec has earned itself a reputation of gastronomic greatness, and this tasting offers a chance to sip some of the local flavours produced in part by bees, and in the local winery and distillery.
Lobster tour, Prince Edward Island
On this small group tour you’ll join a local lobster fisherman to collect their catch of the day, learn about Prince Edward Island’s fishing industry, and to taste the freshest lobster while overlooking the water.
Niagara Falls day tour
Join a small group on a full day trip to Niagara Falls, experiencing the thundering force of the water from various viewpoints and a boat trip to get up close. You’ll also get to see the pretty town of Niagara on the Lake with free time to explore.
Rocky Mountaineer rail journey
The Rocky Mountaineer is one of the world's most iconic train journeys and is a highlight of travelling in western Canada. This two or three day rail journey takes you between the city of Vancouver on the Pacific Ocean to the spectacular Rocky Mountains towns of Jasper, Banff or Lake Louise.
Sunrise at Moraine Lake & Lake Louise tour
On this early morning tour, you’ll experience exclusive access to Moraine Lake as the sun rises, and golden hour on Lake Louise before the crowds arrive in earnest. Vibrant sunrise hues, a warming drink and breakfast await on this tour.
Thousand Islands helicopter tour
On this 30-minute tour you’ll take to the skies above the St. Lawrence River to see the full scale of the forested islands and their private mansions and castles that make up the Thousand Islands region.
Whale watching in the St. Lawrence River
On this small-boat Zodiac trip you’ll take to the waters of the St. Lawrence River to try and spot the different species of whale in the area, including the blue and beluga whales. Often, you’ll see whales surrounding you within a few minutes.
White Pass railway trip
Hug the towering mountains, trundle past sparkling lakes, and step back in time on this scenic rail journey to Skagway and back, following in the footsteps of the Klondike gold rush pioneers who founded the railroad in the late 1800s.
Trinity Bay iceberg & whale tour
On this small boat tour of Trinity Bay, you’ll zip through the water in search for fin, humpback, and sperm whales, along with basking sharks, bluefin tuna and eagles. You’ll learn about the wildlife and the local communities from your guides.
Whale & wildlife watching tour
Venture into the waters of the Salish Sea, off the coast of Vancouver Island by open boat to spot the marine life that thrives here. Sightings may include orca, humpback, grey and minke whales, dolphins, seals and sea otters.
Bioluminescence night kayak
Paddle into the nighttime to learn about one of the largest daily mass migrations in the world, experiencing the ethereal glow of bioluminescence as your steer your kayak through the peaceful waters of Sechelt Inlet.
Wolf tracking multi-day tour
This multi-day, Audley exclusive camping adventure sees you travel by boat and land near north Vancouver Island in search of the elusive coastal wolf. Your indigenous guides lead you to the best viewing spots and teach you of their lives.
Brier Island whale & seabird cruise
On this boat tour into the Bay of Fundy you’ll go in search of the wide variety of marine life that flock to the area throughout the spring and summer season, including whales and seabirds.
Athabasca Glacier hiking tour
An icy adventure awaits as you follow your guide onto Athabasca Glacier, the most accessible on the Columbia Icefield, admiring the ice formations, blue hues of the crevasses, and taking scientific samples on the journey.
Bay of Fundy whale watching
Take to the waters of the Bay of Fundy with a local captain on a small boat to try and spot the 12 different types of whales that frequent the region, as well as dolphins, and many seabirds. You’ll also learn about the local fishing industry and see the ‘catch of the day’.
Vineyards tour, Wolfville
Enjoy a taste of the premier wines of Nova Scotia’s Annapolis Valley on this small group tour. You’ll visit three of the valley’s premium wineries for a tour and tasting, along with a gourmet lunch.
Haliburton Forest Wolf Centre
Listen for howls and look for the gleam of yellow eyes between the trees. In the peace and quiet behind one-way glass, you have the opportunity to watch the wolf pack go about their lives and interact with each other, learning more about their lifestyle.
Gastown food walking tour
Wander through the streets of Vancouver’s Gastown district, known for its plentiful and multicultural eateries. Your local guide will tell you about the history of the area between stops of a wide variety of food paired with delicious drinks.
Stanley Park cycle tour
Meet your guide for a journey into the natural side of Vancouver, Stanley Park. Enjoy a leisurely pace as you cycle along the seawall admiring the views over the water, and head into the forests of dedicated bike paths, learning more about the park’s history.
Salt Spring Island wine tour
This small group tour takes you on a journey around Salt Spring Island to taste some of the best beverages on offer produced naturally, organically and locally. Tastings may include wine, cider, cheese and spirits.