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Saskatchewan Tours
Escape on a road trip to the remote lodges of the prairie province and explore the never-ending scenery or go on a cultural journey and hear the many stories from the Indigenous Peoples who reside there.
Sample Independent Packages
We can custom build any itinerary for you featuring locations and activities that we offer!
10 DAY REMOTE LODGES OF SASKATCHEWAN
Escape on a road trip across the wide-open spaces of Saskatchewan and experience the province’s remote lodges and even a working cattle ranch. Truly escape from the crowds as you enjoy nature and wildlife, national parks, and outdoor activities.
6 DAY SASKATCHEWAN
SOUTHERN CHARMS
This customizable self-drive tour starts and ends in Regina and explores the inspiring never-ending scenery of the Grasslands National Park and Cypress Hills Interprovincial Park.
4 DAY DISCOVER THE HEART OF CANADA - SASKATOON CITY STAY
Feel the spirit of Saskatoon. Enjoy a true traveler’s experience by immersing yourselves in the stories of this place – all the way from Indigenous to modern-day culture.
View many more Saskatchewan sample tour itineraries on our website at www.andersonvacations.ca!
10 DAY SASKATCHEWAN ROAD TRIP
Experience a working cattle ranch, try horse riding and ranch games. You’ll also visit Canada’s “Dead Sea” just outside of the city of Saskatoon. Finally enjoy a 2 nights stay at Saskatchewan’s premier all-season Elk Ridge resort.
5 DAY SASKATOON AND THE HEART OF CANADA IN WINTERTIME
The secret is out! With so much to offer, Saskatoon has become one of Canada’s most talked about city destinations. As it thrives as a young, vibrant metropolis, the city’s art, food and cultural scene expands by leaps and bounds every year.
Escorted Small Group Tour
11 DAY CANADIAN HEARTLAND: HISTORIC ALBERTA, SASKATCHEWAN AND MANITOBA
Travel through Alberta, Saskatchewan, and Manitoba on this one-of-a-kind tour as you feel the pulse of the Canadian Heartland on this ultimate cultural experience.
Manitoba
Known for Polar Bears in Churchill and its culture and museum rich city of Winnipeg, Manitoba has something for both the adventurous or curious visitors.
Folklorama – this festival runs for two weeks each August in Winnipeg and celebrates the cultural and ethnic heritage of people from all over the world. Sample exotic cuisine and experience dynamic performances featuring world-class artists while learning about cultures and countries from across the globe. This is the world’s largest and longest running multicultural festival.
Winnipeg – known for its friendly and welcoming spirit, Winnipeg is a diverse multicultural city with a rich and varied history. All the main attractions are an easy walk in downtown including the Manitoba Museum, the Canadian Museum for Human Rights, Winnipeg Art Gallery, the Exchange District and the delightful suburb of St. Boniface.
Assiniboine Park – nestled in the heart of Winnipeg, Assiniboine Park is the perfect place to relax and play year-round with attractions that blend the best of physical activity, sightseeing, dining and wildlife into one unforgettable experience.
Churchill, Belugas and Polar Bears – during the summer months of July and August, the Churchill River north of Winnipeg is home to over 3,000 beluga whales that migrate into the river to give birth and feed. At the end of the summer as the ice melts, the polar bears come, with the best viewing times in October and November.
Manitoba Tours
From polar bear safaris, to kayaking along belugas whales, or culinary adventures in the quickly growing city of Winnipeg, we offer a vast range of experiences that will make you fall in love with Canada’s heartbeat.
Partner Operated Tours
9 DAY ARCTIC SAFARI
The Arctic Safari takes place in Canada’s last remaining wilderness – from the great tundra plains known as The Barren Lands, through “The Land of Little Sticks” and finally down to the rugged Hudson Bay coastline, home of the mighty polar bears.
7 DAY HUDSON BAY ODYSSEY
Spend your time at Nanuk Polar Bear Lodge in the heart of polar bear denning territory. Enjoy daily treks through pristine terrain of Cape Tatnam Wildlife Management area on the search for polar bears, northern lights, howling wolves and other wildlife.
6 DAY BELUGAS, BEARS AND BLOOMS
Summer is the perfect time to visit Churchill, Manitoba with thousands of belugas whales migrating into the Churchill River and the surrounding landscape erupts into colourful blooms.
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8 DAY FRONTIERS NORTH BIG FIVE SAFARI
Experience the spectacular wildlife of Manitoba with an adventure from the dense forests of Riding Mountain National Park to the colourful tundra of Churchill. The Frontiers North Big Five Safari is a nod to the incredible array of megafauna that populate the forests, tundra and rivers of this beautiful province.
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We can custom build any itinerary for you featuring locations and activities that we offer!
This Churchill hotel-based adventure allows you to experience the excitement of polar bear viewing from an official Tundra Buggy®, as well as enjoy the eclectic charm of this unique northern town.
6 DAY SASKATOON TO WINNIPEG - A HEART OF CANADA
EXPERIENCE BY RAIL AND ROAD
Enjoy the best of these two central Canada cities of Saskatoon and Winnipeg connected by a train journey onboard VIA Rail’s The Canadian route.
3 DAY WINNIPEG CITY STAY
Winnipeg is known for its friendly and welcoming spirit. The city is diverse and multi-cultural with a rich and varied history.
Escorted Small Group Tour To Manitoba
12 DAY CANADIAN HEARTLAND: HISTORIC ALBERTA, SASKATCHEWAN AND MANITOBA
Travel through Alberta, Saskatchewan, and Manitoba on this one-of-a-kind tour as you feel the pulse of the Canadian Heartland on this ultimate cultural experience.
Ontario
Home to the bustling metropolis of Toronto, the spectacular Niagara Falls, the scenic Thousand Islands, the grand Parliament Buildings of Ottawa and expansive national parks.
Toronto – Canada’s largest city, Toronto is an international crossroad where people from all over the world come to live or visit. Diverse neighbourhoods flourish and fashion, entertainment, arts, food and architecture thrive.
Niagara Falls – with its spectacular natural setting between two Great Lakes and bordering the Niagara River, the region is a peninsula that rises up into a towering escarpment. While Niagara Falls may be the area’s most famous natural attraction, it is just one of Niagara’s many attractions and activities.
Niagara-on-the-Lake – this famous wine region is home to an annual Ice Wine Festival and world class vineyards and dining.
Ottawa – Canada’s capital, Ottawa, is home to the country’s most impressive line-up of national museums, outstanding performing arts groups and venues, as well as the province’s only UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Rideau Canal. You can wander the streets and enjoy the Parliament Buildings and Byward Markets.
Kingston – the oldest city in Ontario, but young at heart. As the gateway to the worldfamous Thousand Islands, Kingston is touched by the currents of Lake Ontario, the St. Lawrence River and the Cataraqui River.
Thousand Islands – a must on any visit to eastern Ontario. Discover local islands as you join a cruise through the Thousand Islands on a triple deck paddle-wheeler. Wind your way through the small cottage islands featuring Napoleon’s Hat, Wanderer’s Channel, the Bateau Channel and the new, opulent Mandalay Mansion.
Algonquin Park – this vast wilderness reserve is home to thousands of lakes and plenty of wildlife. It is mostly inaccessible by vehicle, but you can explore it by canoe in summer or by snowshoe or cross country skiing in winter.
Ontario Tours
There are many ways to discover the beauty of Ontario, including rail journeys showcasing the must-dos of the province and self-drives that go off-the-beaten-path - offering something for everyone.
Sample Independent Travel Packages In Ontario
We can custom build any itinerary for you featuring locations and activities that we offer!
4 DAY TORONTO CITY STAY
Explore Canada’s largest urban center known for its world-class museums, galleries and theatres alongside an impressive culinary scene. Also available as 3 day sample package.
Ottawa City Stay sample packages also available.
5 DAY BLUE MOUNTAINS SKI TRIP
Enjoy a winter wonderland experience in the Blue Mountain Village with this self-drive package that includes a night in Toronto, a car rental, and ski passes and rentals in the Blue Mountains.
5 DAY ONTARIO ART, WINE, & SUNSETS
Explore off-the-beaten-path areas of Ontario on this self-drive tour, and relax with the included spa treatment and visit to Adamo Winery.
For a winter ice-wine experience, check out our 5 Day Winter Wineries itinerary.
6 DAY ONTARIO BY RAIL
This trip combines the highlights of Toronto and Ottawa into a comprehensive rail package with an excursion to Niagara.
Want to add some time in Quebec? Check out our 10 Day Ontario and Quebec Train Adventure!
View many more Ontario sample tour itineraries on our website at www.andersonvacations.ca!
5 DAY ONTARIO WILDERNESS EXPERIENCE
Explore remote Algonquin park and stay in a rustic Log Cabin. Guided canoeing is included to help you get away from it all.
For a winter snowshoeing experience, check out our Winter Algonquin Wilderness Escape.
Escorted Small Group Tours
8 DAY THE CANADIAN CORRI-
DOR: ONTARIO HIGHLIGHTS
Take in the highlights of Ontario which includes a visit to the vibrant city of Toronto, the stunning world-famous Niagara Falls, the “Limestone City” of Kingston and lastly Canada’s Capital City, Ottawa.
6 DAY ESSENTIAL ONTARIO
Take in the highlights of Ontario including Niagara Falls, Kingston, and the famous 1000 Islands in this 6-day journey through the Canadian Shield.
Québec
Québec is a province steeped in tradition and history. Immerse yourself in the French heritage and lifestyle. Stroll through narrow cobbled lanes and explore the stunning countryside.
Montréal – a stylish and elegant city offering a vibrant mix of old and new. Explore the unique galleries, boutiques and sidewalk cafés. Join a guided cycle tour on one of the many bicycle trails. Dine in award-winning restaurants or try ethnic food stalls with locally grown produce.
Laurentian Mountains and Mont Tremblant – just north of Montréal, a thousand freshwater lakes and picturesque villages dot the landscape. Cruise on the lovely Lac des Sables, meander through the charming village of Saint-Sauveur and join one of the many mountain activities available at the European-inspired resort village of Mont Tremblant.
Montebello – located halfway between Ottawa and Montréal, Montebello is a little country village surrounded by the type of impressive Canadian wilderness made famous in postcards. Visitors can stay in luxury cabins at the centre of most of the village’s outdoor pursuits, including fishing, hunting, canoeing, hiking and more.
Québec City – a UNESCO World Heritage treasure, this city lies on the St. Lawrence River and is the oldest European settlement in Canada. The old quarter is the only walled city in North America. Experience historic ramparts, narrow lanes, former battlefields, museums, boutiques, art galleries and live street performers.
Beaupré Coast and Montmorency – taking the Avenue Royale through the traditional villages and farms of the Beaupré Coast, you will see the spectacular Montmorency Falls with its impressive 270-foot drop, as well as the shrine of Sainte-Anne-deBeaupré, ancient ancestral houses and famous sugar shacks.
Charlevoix – just over an hour from Québec and covering 6,000 square kilometres in the very heart of the Canadian Shield, the oldest rock formation on earth, Charlevoix abounds in one-of-a-kind attractions. From the mountain waters that cascade down the majestic Laurentians into the salty depths of the St. Lawrence River to the charming little mountainside villages that dot the region, this is a spectacular area to visit.
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Québec Tours
Explore the deeply rooted French culture and learn about the vast history of one of Canada’s oldest provinces or go on a culinary journey and experience the many flavours of Quebec. This is just a taste of the experiences we offer in this region.
Escorted Small Group Tours To Qu Bec
5 DAY ESSENTIALS OF QUÉBEC
Bienvenue au Québec - A province whose unique history, culture and language will leave you with much to explore and experience in this 5-day journey!
9 DAY NEW FRANCE - QUÉBEC HERTIAGE & NEW BRUNSWICK’S ACADIAN TRAIL
Discover Canada’s rich French culture that links the many flavours of Québec with the Acadian Peninsula of New Brunswick in this 9-day journey.
13 Day Historic Qu Bec And The Gasp Penninsula
Deeply rooted in North America and yet fiercely proud of its French heritage, Québec is a blend of the Old and New Worlds, famous for its unique lifestyle and joie de vivre! Explore both major cities and rural areas of the Gaspé Peninsula on this journey.
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Sample Independent Packages
We can custom build any itinerary for you featuring locations and activities that we offer!
6 DAY MONTREAL TO HALIFAX TRAIN ADVENTURE
From culture to coast, travel from the French-influenced province of Québec into the Atlantic Maritimes on this 6-day journey by rail of Eastern Canada.
Day Fall Flavours Of Qu Bec
Come and experience the many “flavours” of Québec. The history, culture, and traditions of “La Belle Province” are truly unique. View the majestic Laurentian Mountains, the mighty St. Lawrence River, and visit Mont Tremblant.
9 DAY FRENCH MOUNTAINS AND COUNTRYSIDE
Explore the province of Quebéc and discover the charms and adventure of Canada’s French-speaking province. Travel into the stunning Laurentian Mountains, with a vast sweep of coniferous forest dotted with hundreds of tranquil lakes and rivers.
5 DAY FOCUS ON MONTREAL AND QUÉBEC
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Discover French-Canadian culture of Québec’s major cities in this 5-day journey with options to add on a rail experience from one city to another.
Atlantic Canada
The unique hospitality of the maritime provinces of Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, New Brunswick and Newfoundland & Labrador offers sea coast traditions and old-world charm. Explore historic sites, stunning coastline, lively music and festivals.
Atlantic Canada
Nova Scotia – Nova Scotia is home to stunning natural beauty, an exciting and diverse culture, rich heritage and breathtaking experiences. There is no shortage of world-class attractions to explore - from UNESCO World heritage sites like Old Town Lunenburg and the landscape of Grand Pré to the historic Halifax Citadel national historic site and one of the world’s most scenic drives - the Cabot Trail. Outdoor enthusiasts can canoe the tranquil ancient waterways at Kejimkujik National Park or try tidal bore rafting –an energizing ride on the highest tides in the world. Culinary inspiration doesn’t stop with land and sea. Check out the wineries, microbreweries and distilleries around Nova Scotia. Nova Scotia may be Canada’s secondsmallest province, but it’s massive when it comes to the world of adventure and activities that await.
New Brunswick – A true coastal experience that marries the land and the sea - this maritime province is known for its quaint fishing towns, coastal islands to dense forests that host many species of wildlife. The famous Bay of Fundy is located in New Brunswick, a remarkable place where you can see the sea floor emerging with the outgoing tide every day. The Bay of Fundy has the world’s largest range where the sea level rises and falls by up to 13 mtrs. or more than 40 ft every day. Breathtaking views of incredible high tides can be had by kayaking, hiking or beachcombing along the magnificent coastline. Another must-see is the Acadian coast, dotted with seaside communities of French heritage with a 400 year history. In August, don’t miss National Acadian Day, a celebration of the colourful spirit of the Acadie. Here you can enjoy amazing festivities paired with fresh seafood and cold beer, a staple experience for anyone looking for an authentic Canadian setting to taste the salty air of the Atlantic.
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Prince Edward Island – There is something special that you feel when you’re on an island. You may recognize it, but you may not be able to totally explain it. Could it be the red cliffs that line the sandy beaches, is it the salt in the air or is it the smell of fresh-cut timothy. The way of life on the island is relaxing yet stimulating, stress-free and refreshing! PEI may be a small province but it offers a surprising abundance of activities and unique adventures - enjoy an evening performance of “Anne of Green Gables - The Musical”, explore French history at Roma at Three Rivers National Historic Site, learn about the history and culture of the potato at the Canadian Potato Museum or explore all that the PEI National Park has to offer.
Newfoundland & Labrador – Picture yourself standing on the most easterly point in all of North America; Cape Spear Lighthouse National Historic Site in Newfoundland and Labrador, a place of dramatic beauty and irrepressible charm…bragging rights! Humpback whales and 10,000-yearold icebergs (seasonal) travel the majestic coastline amongst millions of soaring seabirds. Visitors to this province are offered an array of activities where locals share their stories and delightful cuisine in picturesque fishing villages with colourful architecture. Learn of European migration at the Viking site of L’Anse Aux Meadow (UNESCO) in the 10th century, long before Christopher Columbus and his Spanish explorers. Be aweinspired in Gros Morne National Park (UNESCO), with towering inland fjords and lush park walking trails. Take part in a traditional lively ‘Screech In’ ceremony featuring traditional music, a Codfish, and a taste of the famous Newfoundland Screech as you become an honorary Newfoundlander! Stroll one of the oldest port cities in all of North America – St. John’s where local artisans display distinctive creations inspired by both contemporary and century-old traditions.