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These itineraries are designed to give you some suggestions for what is possible when you travel in Canada, and they showcase some of the routes that we've found work particularly well.

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  •  Jasper National Park, Canada

    Express western Canada self-drive tour

    Canada
    • Experience the serenity of Moraine Lake and Lake Louise at sunrise before the crowds arrive.

    • Venture into the wild outdoors and rugged scenery of the Rocky Mountains on hiking and biking trails.

    • Search for wildlife such as bears, moose and elk in Banff and Jasper National Parks.

    • Drive through the rugged interior of British Columbia, stopping to admire lakes, glaciers and mountains.

    • Take in the sights of Vancouver, including Stanley Park, the artisans and food of Granville Island, and the city’s beautifully wild coastline.

    9 days from £3,215pp

  • Peggy's Cove, Canada

    Canada's New Brunswick self-drive tour

    Canada
    • Delve into the fascinating culture and history of the Acadian people.

    • Go whale watching and experience the world's highest tides in the Bay of Fundy.

    • Go lobster fishing and learn how to crack this succulent crustacean.

    • Explore Campobello and Ministers islands on day trips from lovely St. Andrews.

    • Visit spectacular national parks — Fundy, Kouchibouguac and Dune of Bouctouche.

    14 days from £3,710pp

  • Saskatchewan Legislative Building, Regina

    Saskatchewan's ranches, national parks & cities self-drive tour

    Canada
    • Explore Cypress Hills Interprovincial Park, the highest elevation between the Rocky Mountains and Labrador and an outdoor lover’s paradise.

    • Search for bison and take in the fresh air of the prairie landscapes in Grasslands National Park.

    • See where the Canadian 'Mounties' are trained and discover the vibrant city of Saskatoon.

    • Saddle up for a stay at a working cattle ranch.

    • Explore the rich fossil fields at Dinosaur Provincial Park in Alberta, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

    16 days from £3,855pp

  • Niagara Falls cruise

    Ontario's falls, forests and lakes self-drive tour

    Canada
    • Explore the bustling city of Toronto, taking in panoramic views from the CN Tower.

    • Get up close to Niagara Falls by boat and visit the Niagara wine region.

    • Venture into the lakes and waterways of Algonquin Provincial Park by canoe to spot wildlife.

    • Travel the less-trodden path to Killarney Provincial Park and Bruce Peninsula on the turquoise waters of Georgian Bay.

    • Take a guided tour to experience the history and culture of Wikwemikong and Anishaabe First Nations.

    14 days from £4,130pp

  • Horsedrawn Carriage Tour, Quebec City

    Québec's whales, wine and wilderness self-drive tour

    Canada
    • Savour the farm-fresh flavours of Québec with wine tastings, cheese museums and a fine food tour.

    • Breathe the fresh air of forested mountains and lakes on hiking trails and by boat.

    • Search for black bears and moose, and take a whale-watching trip into the St Lawrence River.

    • Relax in cedar saunas and wood-fired hot tubs at some of your unique accommodations.

    18 days from £4,360pp

  • Clapboard houses, St John's

    Newfoundland explored self-drive tour

    Canada
    • Spot icebergs as they drift south on the Labrador Current and past Newfoundland's rocky coastline.

    • Tap your feet to live music in some of St. John's characterful pubs.

    • Go walking and take a fjord boat trip in the magnificent scenery of Gros Morne National Park.

    • Visit the authentic Viking settlement site at L'Anse aux Meadows.

    • Breathe in the clean sea air and watch for whales from Quirpon Island Lighthouse Inn.

    • Lose count of moose and caribou as you drive north along the Northern Peninsula.

    16 days from £4,425pp

  • Lunenburg waterfront, Nova Scotia

    Atlantic Canada's maritime treasures self-drive tour

    Canada
    • Relax in the waterfront city of Halifax and soak up the cultural history of Nova Scotia.

    • Search for whales in the Bay of Fundy as you venture out by kayak.

    • Let your spirit be lifted by the world's highest tide at the Hopewell Rocks.

    • Catch your own lobster and experience the satisfaction of eating the freshest seafood in Charlottetown.

    • Drive along Atlantic Canada's scenic highway, the Cabot Trail as you explore the Cape Breton Highlands.

    18 days from £4,575pp

  • Banff National Park, Alberta

    Best of western Canada by train & self-drive

    Canada
    • Explore the buzzing coastal city of Vancouver and go whale watching off the coast.

    • Admire western Canada's mountainous scenery from aboard the comfortable Via Rail Canadian train.

    • Search for bears, moose and big-horned sheep with a Métis guide in Jasper National Park.

    • Step onto a sea of ice at the Athabasca Glacier for a guided hike.

    13 days from £5,350pp

  • Peggy's Cove, Nova Scotia

    Boston & eastern Canada by cruise & train

    USA, Canada
    • Dive into the history of Boston, Montréal and Québec City on guided walking tours.

    • Explore the coastline of New England and Canada’s Maritime region from the comfort of your cruise ship.

    • Spot minke, humpback, blue and beluga whales from your ship’s deck in the St Lawrence River.

    • Relish the fresh seafood, berries and farm-to-fork flavours of New England and Québec.

    15 days from £5,425pp

  • Grizzly bear, Denali National Park

    Alaska & Yukon explorer

    Alaska and Canada
    • Follow the gold rush trail of the Klondike gold rush in the Yukon cities of Whitehorse and Dawson.

    • Drive along the majestic edges of Kluane National Park mountain ranges.

    • Cruise across Prince William Sound, keeping your eyes open for icebergs and whales.

    • Visit the Kenai Fjords with towering cliffs and abundant wildlife.

    • Experience Denali National Park by air with a glacier landing.

    21 days from £6,950pp

  • Hubbard Glacier, Alaska

    Alaska cruise & Canadian Rockies by train

    Canada and Alaska
    • Learn the history and culture of Jasper from your First Nations guide as you search for wildlife.

    • Pass through the towering peaks of the Canadian Rockies on the Icefields Parkway.

    • Zoom along the open road to glittering lakes and stunning viewpoints on a traditional Harley-Davidson.

    • Travel in timeless style on the Rocky Mountaineer to Vancouver.

    • Cruise through the Inside Passage to Alaska and experience the rich wildlife, gastronomy and culture.

    16 days from £7,680pp

  • Seabourn Odyssey at Yakutat Bay, Alaska

    Fjords of Alaska: Luxury Inside Passage cruise

    Canada and Alaska
    • Taste the local flavours of Vancouver on a private guided tour of the Gastown district.

    • Enjoy a more intimate experience on an all-inclusive luxury Silversea cruise.

    • Spot whales and bears from included guided excursions in Ketchikan.

    • Take a journey into the mountains on the White Pass scenic railway from Skagway.

    • Take a scenic flight over the towering Mount Denali, the highest mountain peak in North America.

    13 days from £7,975pp

  • A pod of orca off Vancouver Island

    Into the wilds of British Columbia

    Canada
    • Try your hand at some of the best salmon, sturgeon and trout fishing in the Fraser Valley.

    • Drive the road less travelled through the small towns of central and northern British Columbia.

    • Observe grizzly bears in their natural habitat on a boat trip through the Khutzeymateen Valley.

    • Experience the wilderness of the Great Bear Rainforest on a multi-day kayak adventure.

    • Explore the small, artistic coastal towns of the Sunshine Coast for some rest and relaxation.

    21 days from £8,930pp

  • Polar Bear, Canada

    The great polar bear gathering

    Canada
    • Get your first glimpse of polar bears at the Assiniboine zoo where they rescue the bears.

    • Experience the frozen wilderness of Hudson Bay from the comfort of warm tundra vehicles.

    • Search for the polar bears that call the region home, including nighttime adventures under the aurora borealis.

    • Explore the highlights of Churchill, including the Itsanitaq Museum and the polar bear holding facility.

    • Experience the thrill of driving your own team of huskies on a dog-sledding expedition.

    8 days from £10,995pp

  • Ocean Endeavour

    Into Canada's Northwest Passage cruise

    Canada
    • Follow in the footsteps of 19th and 20th century explorers through the Northwest Passage.

    • Experience Inuit culture and learn the history of the region.

    • Cruise past icebergs, fjords, mountains and calving glaciers, and hike Greenland’s tundra.

    • Spot whales, narwhals and polar bears, plus a myriad of birdlife.

    • Enjoy spectacular aurora borealis displays at night.

    20 days from £22,915pp

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