Canada, a vast country, offers plentiful tourist attractions and activities from the majestic Rocky Mountains to expansive farmlands and action packed snow fields.
Edmonton offers one of the world’s largest shopping and entertainment complexes. Atlantic Canada is a captivating wilderness with rugged coastlines and marine culture and the historic fishing villages of Nova Scotia make for great sightseeing. Whale watching has become a popular tourist attraction and the oceans of Newfoundland offer some fantastic opportunities. British Columbia is famous for the Rocky Mountains and offers great skiing, hiking, sailing and wineries. Canada’s capital Vancouver, apart from being a cultural hub, is famous for the majestic Niagara Falls. There is plenty of history in Canada and the French colony of Quebec is perhaps the finest city, steeped in centuries of history. Montreal has a reputation for hosting major events and festivals.
Online travel offers a five night holiday package to Vancouver, allowing travellers to add an extra week at one of Canada’s many ski resorts. Packages available also include a Rocky Mountaineer train trip or a cruise through the Inside Passage to Alaska.
STA Travel can organise working holidays to Canada for students with great priced airfares. Online SkiExpress offer skiing holidays with plenty of bonuses such as free nights and kids ski free options.
Travelescene American Express offer Canada and Alaska tours with small groups, covering popular sites and allowing tourists a degree of holiday flexibility.
National Network Travel and Cruise have recently released a Fly Cruise Tours package offering a luxury Alaskan cruise, tour of the scenic Canadian Rockies and travel on the famous Rocky Mountaineer Train with discounts available.
Escape Travel have an 18 days deluxe coach tour and cruise with highlights including Cascade Mountains, Kamloops, Lake Louise, Whistler and Victoria plus a cruise of Glacier Bay. All inclusive deluxe coach tours are also available through Flight Centre.
Travelmarvel offer quality touring experiences and great value package deals through Canada and Alaska with return airfares included in the price.
Jetset have comprehensive tours through Canada including hotel upgrades, experienced tour director and delicious meals.
Scenic Tours off the ultimate touring experience through Canada and Alaska, allowing guests to personalise their tour at no extra cost. Packages available take in the Rocky Mountains and a 7 night Inside Passage Cruise as well as scenic tours of Alaska’s interior.
Rabies is a problem in Canada and medical care expensive so medical insurance is recommended. West Nile Virus, spread by mosquitoes, can be a threat during summer months and insect repellent is essential.