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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.

    8 days from $2,760pp

  • 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.

    13 days from $3,890pp

  • Toronto

    Journey across Canada's winter wonderland by train

    Canada
    • Take a guided tour to the glittering ice formations of frozen Niagara Falls.

    • Watch the snowy landscape of Canada pass by from the comfort of The Canadian train.

    • Get lost in Winnipeg’s snow maze and see the world’s largest collection of Inuit art.

    • Stroll through Capilano Park’s rainforest admiring the sparkling light trail in Vancouver.

    • Zip through the alpine forests of Whistler on a snowmobile to enjoy a warming mountaintop fondue.

    14 days from $4,505pp

  • Niagara Falls cruise

    Ontario's falls, forests & 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.

    13 days from $4,820pp

  • 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.

    17 days from $4,875pp

  • Jasper, Alberta

    Western Canada family self-drive tour

    Canada
    • Fly through the trees, surrounded by mountains in Whistler on a family zip-line course.

    • Experience the rush of Clearwater River and jump into a waterfall on a family-friendly rafting trip.

    • Listen to Métis folklore from your private First Nations guide while spotting bears, moose and elk.

    • Create your own biker gang as you zoom into Jasper National Park by motorcycle sidecar.

    • Learn outdoor survival skills together including fire building, camouflage and leather work.

    16 days from $4,875pp

  • Horsedrawn Carriage Tour, Quebec City

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

    Canada
    • Savor the farm-fresh flavors 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.

    17 days from $4,995pp

  • Grizzly bear, Denali National Park

    The Yukon: self-drive tour in Canada's backcountry

    Canada and Alaska
    • Take a scenic rail journey along the White Pass, rich in mountain views and gold-rush history.

    • Experience the wilderness of northern Canada as you drive the wide, open roads with towering peaks as a backdrop.

    • Take a step back in time in Dawson City and spot wildlife on a guided tour to Tombstone Territorial Park.

    • Soar over the monumental peaks of Kluane National Park in a light aircraft.

    • Soak up the fresh mountain air in the midnight sun at a wilderness lodge.

    16 days from $5,375pp

  • 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.

    12 days from $5,645pp

  • Hubbard Glacier, Alaska

    Alaska cruise & Canadian Rockies by train

    Alaska and Canada
    • 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.

    15 days from $7,465pp

  • Black bear, Tofino

    Canada's western wilderness & wildlife self-drive

    Canada
    • Search for whales and marine life in the waters off Vancouver Island.

    • Stay at a wilderness lodge on the Sunshine Coast amid forest, waterways and mountains.

    • Take a private bear viewing tour in the backcountry of Whistler.

    • Experience a guided wildlife tour with a Métis First Nations guide in Jasper.

    • Take to the skies for a helicopter trip over jagged mountain peaks and crystalline lakes.

    18 days from $7,890pp

  • A pod of orca off Vancouver Island

    Into the wilds of British Columbia self-drive tour

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

    • Drive the road less traveled 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.

    20 days from $9,050pp

  • Seabourn Odyssey at Yakutat Bay, Alaska

    Fjords of Alaska: Luxury Inside Passage cruise

    Canada and Alaska
    • Taste the local flavors 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.

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

    12 days from $10,280pp

  • Polar Bear, Canada

    The great polar bear gathering

    Canada
    • 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.

    • Get your first glimpse of polar bears at Winnipeg's Assiniboine Park Zoo which houses orphaned bears.

    7 days from $13,080pp

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