Canada · GUIDED
42 reviewed
Canadian seasons are short and the good guided tours fill up inside them. Here are the 15 best, with current prices and what makes each different, so you can book before the window shuts.
A 3.5-hour guided Montreal bus tour with Mount Royal and Old Montreal views, bilingual commentary, and over 200 points of interest.
“Guide was great, made the tour super interesting and fun. Strongly recommended!”
One hour guided tour of Fairmont Le Château Frontenac in Quebec City, with a period-costume character guide and exclusive interior access.
“our guide was wonderful and very knowledgeable the hotel is amazing 👏”
Quebec City St. Lawrence River cruise with a bilingual guide, outdoor decks, and photo stops at Château Frontenac and Montmorency Falls.
“It was nice to get out on the water and see the city from a different angle.”
Ottawa amphibious bus tour with bilingual guide, 40 minutes on land and 20 on the Ottawa River. Parliament Hill, Gatineau views.
“All experience was wonderful. Great option to boat ride. I had hop on off bus tour day earlier and amphibious bus next day. Great combination”
Small-group Victoria food and history walking tour with tastings from local vendors, plus Chinatown alleys, Fort Victoria history, and an Inner Harbour finish.
“A funny, kind, and well informed Guide. Great food choices, and a bit of history thrown in. Our whole group was happy with this tour!”
Take a St. Lawrence River cruise from Old Montreal with bilingual live narration, landmark views, and a bar plus snacks on board.
“The drinks , I opened my coke can but I think before giving they shaked it”
A 1-hour small-group tour of Fairmont Le Château Frontenac in Quebec City, starting on Dufferin Terrace and moving inside with a costumed guide.
“The tour was fun and informative, our guide was very knowledgeable about the history of the hotel and had a sense of humor!”
Hop on Ottawa’s open-top double-decker bus with a bilingual guide. See Parliament and ByWard Market, hop off anytime, ride again.
“So fun! Had 2 different guides, but they both did a great job! We learned a lot!!”
Quebec’s longest Mont Tremblant zipline with 5 lines and 4 km of flying, Panoramic Gondola to the summit, harness and helmet included.
“It was an amazing experience! We didn't realize when the 3 hours of the tour passed. Our guides were very friendly, polite and helpful! I totally recommend it!”
Get a 2-hour coach overview of Old Quebec, Place Royale, Petit Champlain, the Plains of Abraham, and Chateau Frontenac with a live guide.
“Bus was late and not clearly marked; unitours rep lined up tourists in a line, not happy to stand in the rain in 55 degrees for 20 minutes! The tour guide did a bilingual french/english presentation but he spoke fast & French accent interferred with understanding what he said. This was sold as the best tour but it was fair at most.”
Sail Maligne Lake with a guide to Spirit Island for glacier views, wildlife spotting chances, and history of Jasper and its Indigenous peoples.
“Sam and Seb were excellent guides. A really enjoyable tour.”
A 90-minute St. Lawrence cruise in Quebec City with big views of Château Frontenac, Montmorency Falls, and Île d’Orléans.
“A relaxing 90 minute cruise. The bilingual cruise guide talked for most of it alternating between French and English. It must be exhausting and she did it well. We passed several distinctive buildings that I wondered about and she didn’t discuss but otherwise we got a good overview of a lovely area.”
Pay-what-you-wish Old Quebec walk with guide Sam, top sights and photo stops, ending near Place Royale for easy dining.
“Great intro if you have never been to Old Quebec. He pointed out many popular places and shared stories of historical people and events. He touches on history throughout the tour, but if you want more in depth look elsewhere. We loved this tour in order to become more familiar with Old Quebec and the geography. He gave recommendations on how to get around, what to see, and a few places to eat/drink. It was a great intro tour for our family. The only thing I had hoped to have pointed out was the location of the Cathedral, and I forgot to ask at the end of the tour. Thanks…”
2-hour boat tour from Bay Bulls in Witless Bay, spotting puffins, petrels and possible whales with onboard narration.
“Sadly there were no whales but we did see dolphins, and puffins. Fortunately it was nice calm water. Great, friendly, knowledgeable crew.”
Banff evening wildlife safari with certified guide, small group, scenic dusk drive, and a real look at how Banff protects wildlife.
“Henry, our guide was very knowledgeable and friendly and seemed to know exactly where we were likely to find wildlife. We saw Elk, Deer and Longhorned sheep. Despite the weather being against us it was a very enjoyable tour and well worth the money.”
