Top Winnipeg Tours by Duration

This day-trip begins with a drive down the historic River Road Parkway, pausing at St. Andrews Rectory for tea, dainties, and a tour of 19th-century life. Upon arrival at Lower Fort Garry National Historic Site—the most complete stone fur-trading post in North America—you will step back in time. The tour explores the massive stone fort through a stroll among original limestone buildings, where costumed interpreters bring the vibrant stories and daily rhythms of the 1800s fur trade to life. The journey continues into Lockport for a relaxing lunch at a local restaurant. Afterward, the day shifts to a unique engineering marvel at the St. Andrews Lock and Dam, the only one of its kind in North America. Here, American White Pelicans congregate, allowing you to stand mere feet from these massive birds. Cap off the adventure with a stop at the colossal Red River Floodway to learn about the region's historic floods, before enjoying a short, relaxing drive back to the city.

Leave the city behind to explore the monumental forces that shaped Manitoba. Crossing the colossal Red River Floodway, see the massive project built to defend Winnipeg from historic floods. Travel across the flat plain—an ancient glacial lakebed—and stop at a local cafe before transitioning into the rugged Boreal Shield. At the Winnipeg River, discover the immense human effort used to harness rushing water. Visit beautiful Whitemouth Falls and stand in awe of Seven Sisters Generating Station, where wilderness meets industrial might. Nearby, visit the idyllic forest town of Pinawa, cross a spectacular suspension bridge, explore the concrete ruins of an old dam, and learn about the region’s unique nuclear history. Balanced with light hikes along the iconic Trans Canada Trail, a relaxing local lunch, and views of ancient rock formations, this day trip offers a profound connection to the landscape.

Experience polar bears in their natural habitat on an incredible 5-night tour into the Canadian wild. Fly from Winnipeg to the remote town of Churchill, your Hudson Bay base. While here pay visit to the local Itsanitaq Museum, go dog-sledding and enjoy multiple polar bear-viewing adventures. Set out in a specially-designed tundra buggy to witness these magnificent creatures feed and frolic and to learn about their daily lives, as well as ways climate change is affecting them. Keep an eye out for foxes, ptarmigans and snowy owls as well.