Top Canada Holidays - page 5

Visit Toronto's local craft breweries in Toronto and get a behind-the-scenes look at the operations. Each tasting session includes a flight of beer and insider knowledge provided by a dedicated “brew captain” plus a guided brewery tour. Transport between breweries by 10-seater van is provided for a more personalized experience.

Take in spectacular views of Halifax’s waterfront while enjoying a selection of local restaurants on this pub crawl tour of the city. You’ll travel between stops on a unique solar-powered pedal bus for a fun and active open-air experience. Food and drink is not included, but you will receive discounts at each stop.

Make this Christmas one to remember with this tour to Victoria and Butchart Gardens from downtown Victoria. Travel to Butchart Gardens to explore the holiday-themed lights, including a 12 Days of Christmas display. Mosey on through the neighborhoods of Victoria to see some of the best residential displays in the city, and then end the night with a visit to Inner Harbour to get you in the spirit of Christmas with more views of festive lights.

Vancouver's dazzling festive lights are scattered all around town. On this private tour, you’ll be driven around the city. Stop to explore the biggest and brightest winter displays including the VanDusen Botanical Garden’s Festival of Lights. In between stops, you can warm up and listen to your driver-guide’s commentary aboard your private vehicle. Entrance fees extra.

If you’ve always wanted to know how grapes are turned into wine, this tour of Between the Lines Winery is for you. You’ll start in the vineyard (with a glass of wine) to see how grapes grow. Then you’ll be taken down to the cellar to see how the grapes are fermented and turned into an alcoholic drink. End by relaxing with your friends at the bar over four wine samples.

Experience the beauty of Montreal in the festive holiday season on this 1.5-hour Christmas walking tour in Old Montreal. Wander through the historic streets with your guide, and gain insight into the city’s customs and traditions. Discover top attractions such as the World Trade Center’s Santa Claus exhibit. Visit the two-story Bonsecours Market, and browse the displays of local artwork, jewelry and crafts in search of Christmas presents for friends and family. During your tour, marvel at delightful festive decorations among the twinkling lights of Old Montreal.

Combine street art and craft beer with this small-group tour around Calgary. Start the tour sampling a few beers, then head out to the Beltline Urban Mural Project to admire a selection of street art murals, while learning more about the art and artists with exclusive information and stories. End the tour with more craft beer at a local brewery.

Niagara-On-The-Lake is home to over 100 wineries, and one of the hardest things is narrowing down which ones to visit. With this wine-themed private tour, benefit from having someone else to do the shortlisting and the driving for you. The day showcases four wineries, and best of all—tastings are included along the way.

With 450 miles (650 km) of bike paths, Montreal was meant to be discovered by bicycle. During this 3-hour guided tour, cycle through the city’s various neighborhoods, main attractions and the most unusual locations. Your in-the-know guide takes you around the most popular districts and shows you lesser-known gems. This small-group tour is limited to just 13 people, ensuring a memorable experience. Once the tour ends, enjoy a complimentary drink (with or without alcohol) at a local establishment of the Old-Montreal near Ça Roule.

Get the most out of your time in Niagara by choosing this half-day micro brewery tour. Sidestep the research time and benefit from having a guide to plan an exciting itinerary for you. The route includes stops at four breweries, and best of all—tastings are included along the way, as well as transportation between sites.

The small island of Île d'Orléans is one of the most popular day trip destinations from Quebec and a bike tour is the ideal way to explore. This electric bike rental lets you explore at your own pace on a self-guided tour, with up to four hours of free time and a selection of mapped routes to follow. With an electric bike you can travel even further and make as many stops as you like along the way.

Experience Kelowna's finest wines, a VIP garden-bistro dinner, and vineyard sunsets all in one evening—without worrying about a designated driver. Picked up from your lodging, this late-day journey encompasses tastings at three acclaimed wineries, followed by an exclusive dinner reservation in a picturesque vineyard. You’ll get the VIP treatment as you relax over farm-to-table creations, the sun setting over your romantic adventure.

Join a fun group of beer lovers for a beer tour of Victoria’s craft breweries, sampling some of the city’s best brews along the way. Let someone else do the driving, so you can focus on exploring local beer, with a flight of four samples at each of three breweries. This Victoria beer tour includes beer and all transport, and it’s the perfect introduction to the energetic Vancouver Island brewing community.

You may be familiar with Okanagan wine, but did you know Kelowna also has a thriving craft beer scene? Join casual imbibers and self-proclaimed beer geeks for a tour of three of the area’s most popular breweries. Enjoy a flight of beer tasters at each stop. The experts will take you on a behind the scenes tour of the brews, and will help you find your new favorite beer.

Vancouver Island is already renowned for its wine; learn about the island’s other high-quality craft beverages on this 3.5-hour tour of the Saanich area from downtown Victoria. Tour two breweries and one distillery with a guide with extensive knowledge about the local craft beverage scene, and sample plenty of beer and spirits throughout the trip.

Enjoy a private tour through one of Canada's premier wine-making regions, the Naramata Bench. Learn about the varieties of grapes grown here and the delicious wines they produce. Sample these for yourself at five top wineries with lovely views. Indulge with your friends or partner without worrying about who is going to drive home after.

The Canadian Tulip Festival celebrates the return of spring, with over a million displays of tulips planted throughout our city in May. Capture spectacular views of the tulips and discover their colorful beauty along with other hidden gems and the history of the city on a bike tour. In addition to the Tulip site at Dow's Lake, you will visit Rideau Canal, Landsdowne Park, the Glebe, Little Italy and much more.

Visit one of British Columbia’s highlight wine regions—and enjoy an indulgent tasting tour—on this half-day, private tour. Meet your guide at your hotel in the Greater Victoria area, and set off in a private vehicle. Your destination is the Saanich Peninsula’s wine region. Over the course of your day out, visit numerous wineries, enjoy tutored tastings, and learn all about the grapes that flourish in the area. You can also admire the pretty peninsular scenery as you explore.

Tour some of British Columbia’s finest vineyards in comfort on this private day trip. You’ll be taken to five wineries in the Oliver and Osoyoos wine country, recognized as the province’s first wine sub-region. Sit back and relax as you’re driven around with hotel pickup included. You’ll get a chance to taste the red wines the region is famous for at each stop, particularly Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, and Syrah.

Learn facts about Newfoundland’s beer scene that you won’t find in most guidebooks on this small-group drinking walking tour. Wander through the St. John’s entertainment district, stopping at local breweries and pubs to sample ales, stouts, lagers, and more. Along the way, enjoy stories of prohibition-era Newfoundland and how beer has shaped St. John’s history.

Immerse yourself in picturesque Niagara-on-the-Lake—and visit three of the region’s top-rated wineries—on this half-day biking tour. Meet your guide at the departure location, or upgrade for pickup locally or from Niagara Falls to make logistics even simpler. Then, grab your bike and helmet and set off. You’ll cycle roughly 15 miles (25 kilometers), and will taste red, white, and ice wine as you go. In between, stop for a catered picnic lunch.

Canada's Okanagan Valley is home to so many excellent wineries that it's become known as the 'Napa of the North.' While many wineries are close to one another, you still need a vehicle to make the most of a wine tour. This private tour lets you avoid the worry of designating a driver and transports your group in the comfort of your own vehicle to the wineries of your choice.

Hike Stawamus Chief Trail and stop by a local brewery tasting on your next visit to Vancouver, Canada, and get ready to be thrilled. While the hike might be a bit challenging, you get to enjoy the magnificent views of Squamish. Reward yourself after the hike with a visit to the local brewery for a beer tasting!

Explore the Niagara wine region without the hassle of planning or navigating on an afternoon tour with round-trip transport from Niagara-on-the-Lake and Niagara Falls. In addition to an intimate vineyard tour, the day includes up to five wine tastings with food pairings that range from cheese to chocolate. A small group size and post-lunch-rush departure time ensures a personal experience.