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Discover the beauty of Canada

For those keen on the outdoors there is no better destination than Canada. Its beauty is legendary and with its wide open spaces, lush forests, turquoise lakes and spectacular mountain ranges you will be captivated. The natural beauty of the countryside also extends to its cities, which are relaxed, diverse and friendly with the emphasis on the outdoor lifestyle. More than 31 percent of Canadians speak French and French culture is very evident especially in the province of Quebec. Adrenalin junkies will love Canada as there are plenty of sporting activities to take part in from skiing and snowboarding in the winter months to white water rafting, mountain biking and rock climbing.

We have more than 100 stores in Canada and you can rely on the expertise of our consultants to recommend the best holiday experience for you whether this is skiing in the sophisticated alpine resort of Whistler or taking one of the world’s great rail journeys through the Rockies. One of the greatest ways to discover this vast outdoor playground is to take a fly-drive holiday or a city break to Vancouver, Toronto, Montreal and Quebec.

Top 5 places to Visit

Situated on the shores of Lake Ontario, Toronto is Canada's largest city and offers visitors many delights including shopping that rivals New York, the famous CN Tower, charming old streets plus museums, a pretty harbour and easy access to the awesome Niagara Falls.

Niagara Falls is Canada's most famous natural landmark. It can be reached easily on a day trip from Toronto or there are plenty of options for staying close to the Falls and exploring for a few days.

Quebec is a small pocket of French culture in North America where people speak French and the architecture, cuisine and lifestyle is a mix of Canadian and French. The historic capital is the UNESCO world heritage listed Quebec City, the only walled city in North America.

Montreal is the largest city in Quebec and more European than Canadian in layout with cobbled streets, historic squares and beautiful architecture such as the Notre Dame Basicilica. Also renowned for great shopping with lots of designer boutiques and an underground city with around 33km of shops, cinemas, restaurants and cafes to wander around!

One of the most attractive cities you will ever see with its pretty harbour and flanked by the snow-capped Coast Mountains. Vancouver combines its relaxed nature with a vibrant buzz, with great restaurants, bars and shops. Must-do's include taking in the views over the city from Grouse Mountain, a harbour cruise and the unique shopping at Granville Island Market. The famous ski resort of Whistler is only 75 miles away.

The Canadian Rockies offer incredible scenery with the astounding peaks of the Cascade Mountains, vast canyons and forests of pine. You can enjoy activities such as white water rafting, hiking, mountain biking or horse riding. The resorts of Banff, Lake Louise and Jasper are close by.

The Rocky Mountaineer is one of the world’s great rail journeys along the spectacular Rocky Mountain railroad. There are a range of packages from Vancouver to Whistler, Jasper, Banff and Calgary and vice versa.

Canada Wildlife

The vastly untouched wilderness of Canada is home to an abundance of wildlife. The most famous of its residents is the bear and we strongly suggest that you take the opportunity to visit either the grizzly bear, at British Columbia's floating Knight Inlet Lodge or on a classic autumn visit to Churchill on Hudson Bay, to view the magnificent polar bear.

You have ample opportunity to immerse yourself into nature by taking a canoe or sea kayak trip. If you have an interest in fishing there are plenty of excursions offering the chance to catch Salmon, Halibut or even try your hand at sport fishing.

The national parks and wildlife reserves around Quebec are known for their prominent presence of moose and Caribou while also offering breathtaking panoramas. They are perfect destinations providing unforgettable experiences in both summer and winter.