Top Canada Half-day Tours - page 7

Perfect for newbies, this canyoning experience at Heart Creek Canyon, near Banff and Canmore, features a relatively easy approach and amazing scenery. A popular hiking destination, Heart Creek serves as an ideal location to learn how to rope rappel. Rappels progressively increase in length, culminating with a 60-foot (18 meter) waterfall rappel and slide.

Enjoy a new way to discover the best of Montreal—and keep things personal—on this small-group, nighttime city tour. Following pickup at your hotel, embark on a driving tour through Old Montreal, to Mount Royal Park, and more, all while your guide shares insider stories about the sights. Then, with admission to the Port of Montreal Tower and Grand Roue observation wheel, you'll enjoy a new perspective on the city.

Tea enthusiasts will find plenty to get excited about in Montreal, from European-style tearooms to Japanese-influenced tea traditions—if you know where to look. On this tour, join a tea sommelier guide and a small group of like-minded tea lovers to seek out Montreal’s best afternoon tea experiences. Visit tea shops, tearooms, and a tea sommelier school and sample everything from a tea-based cocktail to gourmet high teas.

Kelowna is quickly becoming one of Canada’s most recognized wine destinations, and you’ll experience its bounty firsthand on this small-group tour. Leaving the designated-driver woes behind, your guide picks you up from your hotel, whisking you off on a wine-tasting adventure to four of the region’s most lauded vineyards. With tasting fees included, it’s a guaranteed day of the finer—and more flavorful—things in life.

Discover Canadian wildlife in its natural habitat on this 5-hour Yukon wildlife and hot springs tour. Visit the Yukon Wildlife Preserve with your guide, where dall sheep, mountain goats, elk, musk-ox, moose and lynx roam free in their natural habitat. Capture the wild animals through your camera lens, and listen as your guide details their habits and life-cycles. Afterward, head to the nearby Eclipse Nordic Hot Springs and enjoy a dip in the outdoor hot springs pool. Soak in the warm waters and relax in the wilds of the Canadian countryside!

Discover the Best of Halifax & Peggy’s Cove in Just 5 Hours! This engaging half-day tour combines the natural beauty of Peggy’s Cove with the deep historical roots of Halifax, offering an unforgettable experience in just 5 hours. Travel along Nova Scotia’s stunning Lighthouse Route with a knowledgeable local driver-guide as you head to Peggy’s Cove, one of Canada’s most iconic landmarks. Back in Halifax, visit the Mont-Blanc Anchor Site and learn about the catastrophic Halifax Explosion of 1917. Pay your respects at the Titanic Grave Site, where over 100 victims of the tragic voyage rest, and hear stories of courage and loss that connect Halifax to this global event. Continue to the Halifax Citadel, a star-shaped fortress. Step inside to explore historic ramparts, exhibits, and enjoy stunning views over the city. The tour ends with a stroll along the lively Halifax Waterfront Boardwalk, the perfect place to relax and soak in the local vibe.

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.

Discover the beautiful and extensive waterfront of Vancouver with ease as you explore the area with an electric bike. With your private guide, gear up and pedal through the green oasis of Stanley Park, along the beachfront, and through the shopping district of Granville Island. Your electric bike allows you to cover a lot of ground without exerting too much energy.

Old Quebec is a UNESCO World Heritage site, renowned for its colonial architecture and historic fortifications. On this tour, take in all the highlights on a private custom-made tour and benefit from the undivided attention of your local guide, Xavier. Depending on your preferences, visit landmarks such as Château Frontenac, Parliament Hill, and City Hall; stroll around the atmospheric Petit Champlain quarter, or venture off the tourist trail and learn more about Quebec’s unique heritage.

This view-filled tour makes spotting Jasper National Park’s incredible wildlife easy and stress-free. Starting early in the morning to increase your odds, you’ll travel via air-conditioned vehicle through the park’s most wildlife-rich spots, scouting for elk, bear, moose, sheep, and more fascinating creatures. With large windows built for viewing, you’ll get to relax, sit back, and still enjoy the park’s most beloved residents.

Discover Lake Louise and Moraine Lake on this guided tour from Banff. Located inside the Banff National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site, the lakes are well-known for their distinct turquoise hues. Gain insight into the area’s mountaineering history, admire views of the Valley of Ten Peaks and leave with plenty of frame-worthy photos. Round-trip transportation is included on this small-group tour. Don’t miss this seasonal tour that operates from April to November.

Discover Canada’s striking, arctic landscapes—and see the wildlife that calls the Yukon home—on this half-day tour of the Yukon Wildlife Preserve. Meet your guide in the afternoon in central Whitehorse, hop aboard your touring vehicle, and head into nature. You’ll discover animals like the musk-ox, lynx, arctic fox, moose, wood bison, caribou, and more; can bring your camera along to capture the scenery; and will learn more about the region’s habitats and history.

Explore the old city of Montreal during a private half-day tour with a bilingual guide. Available for small groups (up to three) this tour takes you to some of the city’s most historic sites, without having to worry about transportation. Visit the Notre Dame Basilica—founded in 1647, the cathedral is the oldest church in Canada. Make a stop at the Olympic Park, built for the 1976 summer games, and learn about the history of the city.

See the best of Montreal with this comprehensive full-day private tour. Ride in style in a luxury SUV as you visit sites like City Hall, Mount Royal Park, the Old Montreal historic district, Olympia Park, and more. You'll learn about the city’s history and culture from an experienced local guide as you discover top highlights. This is sure to be an experience you won't soon forget!

Get a taste of life as it was on the chilly tundra of the Northwest Territories. Cozy up in a rustic cabin on this private experience for a midnight lunch of hot bannock and fish chowder, and listen to stories shared by your local hosts. Guests are invited to dress up in provided costumes for fun photoshoots and the aurora borealis may make an appearance. You’re welcome to bring a drink of your choice (teas and coffee are provided) to celebrate under the stars.

Get a solid overview of Banff and the surrounding areas in just one day on this tour. Be dazzled by the waters of Moraine Lake and Lake Louise in Banff National Park before heading to Emerald Lake in Yoho National Park. Visit three famous lakes with included entry fees and seasonal itinerary adjustments.

An evening tour of Toronto offers a fresh perspective of the city—as well as a chance to escape the crowds and traffic of daytime. On this small-group, after-dark tour, sit back and let your guide navigate you to the city’s top attractions, including the CN Tower (tickets included) and historic Old Town. Round-trip transport from the doorstep of your accommodation is included for your convenience.

Cycle along the seawall and through some of Vancouver’s most popular neighborhoods with your small group and a guide. You’ll see Gastown, Yaletown, Chinatown (with a stop at the serene Dr Sun Yat-Sen Garden) and Strathcona—Vancouver’s oldest residential neighborhood.  There will be time for a walk through the market on Granville Island before concluding the 11-mile (18 kilometer) trip.

Add some opulence to your Canadian vacation on a 5-hour winery tour by plane and luxury transportation. After you get into a VIP mood at the Billy Bishop Airport, take to the skies. Enjoy exceptional aerial views en route to Niagara, then transfer to a limo bus. Sample some of the region's best wine at an award-winning winery, as you take in the picturesque rural scenery. Then return to Toronto in time for dinner.

Sip and savor wines from Kelowna or West Kelowna during this half-day guided tour to four vineyards with tastings included. Discover the world of wines growing opposite the Okanagan Lake, taste varieties made from vines grown in volcanic soil, and learn how the area’s unique geology impacts its grapes. And with only a small group for company, you're ensured a personal way to explore.

Escape to Peggy’s Cove, one of Nova Scotia’s most beautiful destinations, without having to rent a car thanks to this guided trip from Halifax. After an informative overview of the area, explore this small fishing village, located on the eastern shore of St. Margaret’s Bay, at leisure. Visit Peggy’s Cove Lighthouse, one of the world’s most popular lighthouses, as well as local shops, restaurants, and cafes.

Travel in a clean and safe luxury vehicle to these beautiful destinations east of Quebec City. Enjoy the privacy that our vehicles offer you. Our stop at Montmorency Falls will allow you to have access to the various attractions of the site such as the famous suspension bridge, during the summer season you can choose to take a seat in the funicular or enjoy an ice cream on the site. Once this stop is complete, your next destination will be the magnificent Basilica of St. Anne of Beaupré, known as one of the oldest pilgrimage sites in North America. She was visited by the Pope in 2022. This getaway includes a Guided Tour to the Basilica except on Sundays. (Certain conditions apply) Bench available: $10 each.

Enjoy a special day-trip experience when you travel from Quebec City to the Île d’Orléans, and indulge in wine tastings at three vineyards—all without having to worry about driving. On this small-group tour, you'll discover a variety of local wines, and find out more about this fertile island in the St. Lawrence River from your guide. You’ll also enjoy behind-the-scenes tours, and will learn insider facts and stories about the winemaking process.

Discover why British Columbia is one of the best places in the world to see whales and other marine wildlife on this 3-hour tour with Eagle Wing Tours at Victoria’s Fisherman’s Wharf. Hop aboard a comfortable semi-covered or open boat and help support Eagle Wing’s many conservation, education and research activities! Let certified and knowledgeable naturalists be your guides to the stunning wildlife and natural history of the Salish Sea. Watch for seals, sea lions, otters and porpoises as well as bald eagles and a mind-boggling assortment of marine birds. Hoping for something bigger? There’s always a chance to see humpback, killer, minke or grey whales!