Top Canada Half-day Tours - page 2

Enjoy top Toronto sights with ease during this comprehensive, half-day tour. Travel with no more than 11 other guests as you explore iconic landmarks including the sky-high CN Tower before enjoying a scenic Harbour cruise with great views of the Toronto skyline (in season). Visits to other Toronto attractions include St. Lawrence Market, Queen's Park, and much more, as well as round-trip hotel transport and skip-the-line admission tickets.

Get your bearings in a new city, while familiarizing yourself with its food scene by booking this Vancouver Gastown food and history tour. Walk with your group and guide through the cobblestone streets of one of the city’s oldest neighborhoods, stopping at eateries as you go. Your guide tells stories of Vancouver’s Wild West history as you sample some of the best food of the area.

Experience the Canadian side of Niagara Falls from all angles—above, under, and behind the falls—in one action-packed morning or afternoon tour. Enjoy the popular Journey Behind the Falls experience, zip up to the top of the Skylon Tower for a panoramic view over the falls, then set sail on a thrilling boat ride (May–December) beneath Horseshoe Falls.

Have only a limited time to explore Ottawa? See the best of the city—and travel by air-conditioned minivan and by boat—on this time-saving, two-in-one tour. With just a small group for company, you'll see Rockcliffe Park, which is off-limits to larger tour vehicles. Next, trawl the Ottawa River and admire a new perspective on the sights. Then, go for a narrated drive past the Parliament Buildings and more, plus time to sightsee on foot.

Experience Niagara Falls from land and air on this small-group tour. Fly over the falls on a helicopter ride; get close to them on the seasonal boat tour; and feel the power on the Journey Behind the Falls walk. Round-trip hotel pickup in Niagara Falls, Ontario is included for a seamless experience.

Set sail on a 5-hour 1000 Islands Cruise and sail through the American span of the 1000 Islands, before your two-hour stopover at the majestic Boldt Castle, on the most famous of the 1000 Islands, Heart Island. The narrated cruise also takes you past Zavikon Island, Millionaire’s Row, the St. Lawrence Seaway and the 1000 Islands Bridge as you see the area's most breathtaking scenery. IMPORTANT INFORMATION: -The price of the Boldt Castle Stopover Cruise INCLUDES the Boldt Castle Admission Fee. - Outside food and beverage is not permitted. -A valid passport is required to board the cruise. Guests cannot board without proper documentation. - Citizens of countries outside of Canada or the U.S. require a visitor’s visa as well as their passport. An approved Electronic System for Travel Authorization (ESTA) will be required as U.S. Customers & Border Control will no longer accept a Visa Waiver Form. Please contact the U.S. Customs and Border Protection for more details.

Show your foodie side some love on this small-group walking tour of Jasper. Get to know what makes the mountain town's food scene so special, and follow your guide to spots that only locals know. On this all-inclusive tour, you'll visit four top restaurants for a range of tastings, and will enjoy alcoholic pairings as you go. Finish the tour full, happy, and more knowledgeable about Jasper's destination-worthy culinary scene.

Avoid being tied down to a fixed itinerary and schedule, and see Vancouver at your own pace on this flexible private tour. Your guide can plan a route that helps you avoid the crowds and heavy traffic, ensuring you cover the major highlights such as Stanley Park, Granville Island, and Queen Elizabeth Park, and much more besides.

Make the most of your time in Niagara on a tour of Niagara Falls’ highlights with admission tickets to the Niagara City Cruises, Whirlpool Observation Deck, and tunnel system behind the waterfalls is included. In addition to round-trip transport from select hotels, your guide ensures a stress-free tour and provides commentary at stops along the way.

Designed for cruise ship passengers or privately booked tours with a minimum of 10 people, this all-day sightseeing tour of New Brunswick showcases the highlights of the Canadian territory, including the Reversing Falls Rapids, Bay of Fundy, Fort Howe, Saint John City Market, and more. Keep in mind that most attractions are open from March 1 through October 31.

Butchart Gardens is one of Victoria's most popular attractions—but if you don't have your own transit, getting there from the city center can be tricky. Instead, make logistics simple with this round-trip shuttle service. With multiple daily departure times and transit from a central meeting point, you can leave the logistics to someone else—and save more time for a self-led, sweet-smelling stroll through the 55-acre (22.2-hectare) garden (admission own expense).

When visiting Québec City, get to know the neighboring countryside and Montmorency Falls on this small-group bike tour. Enjoy a relaxing 16-mile (25-kilometer) ride from Old Québec's bike-friendly Lower Town district to Montmorency Falls and take a cable car ride to the top of the falls provides an exceptional view of the roaring water. Also, pedal to a city park, and Domaine de Maizerets, a well-preserved historic estate. Cable car ride plus bike, helmet, water bottle, and snacks are included.

Don't just discover Quebec City's top sights—immerse yourself in its culinary culture, too, on this two-in-one, evening tour. With just your guide and small group for company, you'll enjoy a personalized way to explore. Discover highlights of UNESCO–listed Old Quebec, from Place Royale and the Quebec City Hall to the city's funicular. Along the way, follow your guide to some of the city's top restaurants as you indulge in a 5-course tasting menu, with drinks included.

Montreal is one of Canada’s most exciting foodie destinations, with everything from gourmet cuisine to tasty street food. Choose from two main itineraries: one focusing on the Mile End district, the other on the vibrant Jean Talon Market. Sample a variety of local and European-inspired dishes, such as gnocchi and Montreal-style bagels.

In the cool and quiet evening climate, Jasper’s wildlife comes out in force. Experience Jasper National Park at this special time of day—and beat the crowds—on this evening wildlife tour. Following pickup from your Jasper hotel, hop aboard a minibus and head into the UNESCO-listed Rocky Mountain landscapes. Travel around the park with ease and visit seasonal spots inhabited by grizzly bears, mountain goats, pocket-sized squirrels, and more.

Experience Vancouver sights by water on this Zodiac inflatable boat tour from Granville Island. Cross False Creek and admire Siwash Rock, a stone spire near Lion’s Gate Bridge. In Vancouver Harbour, learn about waterfront landmarks. Venture into Deep Cove and the glacial fjord of Indian Arm for views of granite cliffs only accessible by boat. See the beauty of the Granite Falls and Silver Falls up close before heading back.

Experience an up-close encounter with northern Pacific marine life on this half-day whale-watching cruise off Victoria’s coast. Travel out into the open ocean aboard a comfortable, motorized boat to look for native species like humpback whales, gray whales, orcas, elephant seals, and sea lions in their natural habitat. Learn about local marine ecology from a naturalist guide, and take in fantastic views of Vancouver Island between animal sightings.

Visit the scenic Peggy’s Cove fishing village on this express tour that begins in Halifax. With a small group, visit the Peggy’s Point lighthouse—the most photographed in Canada—and enjoy time walking around the quaint fishing village, taking in the scenic ocean views, or stopping to do a bit of shopping.

Make the most of your time in beautiful Vancouver on a half-day tour of the city’s highlights. Your driver escorts your group to popular attractions such as Stanley Park, Granville Island, Chinatown, and Gastown. See totem poles, wander through food stalls and craft galleries, and get great city views from lookouts like Prospect Point. As you ride, listen to fascinating stories about the city, from the First Nations people to contemporary culture.

The Maligne Valley lies within the expansive Jasper National Park in Alberta, Canada. With this tour, navigate the rugged scenery with ease and reach some of the region’s most spectacular landscapes in comfort. Discover top natural attractions such as Maligne Canyon and Medicine Lake on foot, and enjoy a scenic cruise on Maligne Lake. Along the way, keep watch for sightings of native bears, eagles, elk, and moose in their natural habitat.

Explore like a local and discover part of Nova Scotia that many travelers miss on this half-day small-group minivan tour. Set out from Halifax and head to the fishing village of Peggy’s Cove. Once you arrive, wander the village at your own pace, taking in the historic lighthouse and local storefronts.

Combine visits to the Glacier Skywalk and the Athabasca Glacier on a tour from the Icefield Glacier Discovery Centre. Ride in a huge ice explorer for a guided tour of the glacier and listen to engaging commentary about glaciers, the local ecosystem, and environmental changes. Then walk on the glass-bottom Skywalk for photo-worthy views over the cliff's edge.

Explore the city of Montreal on this scooter tour that takes travelers through back streets and past top attractions. Learn about interesting neighborhoods as you cruise along on an electric scooter.

Discover Old Quebec (Vieux Québec) on a food tour that goes from old-world to modern, with plenty of delicious stops along the way. You’ll see some of the key sites within the UNESCO-listed walls of Old Quebec, pausing for tasting menus, fresh pastries, a traditional Québecois dessert, and more. Included tastings are the perfect cross-section of local cuisine, with a knowledgeable guide to share stories behind the city's best food.