Canadian Highlights

Canadian Highlights

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Canadian Highlights

14 Days Starting in Toronto, ON, Canada and ending in Vancouver, BC, Canada

Visiting: Toronto, Niagara Falls, Calgary, Banff National Park, Jasper National Park, Kamloops, Whistler, Victoria, Vancouver

Tour operator:

Leger Holidays

Tour code:

cch

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Physical rating:

Low

Age range:

0-99

Special diets catered:

Vegetarians

Tour operated in:
English
From:
$6096 (USD)

NB: Prices correct on 20-May-2024 but subject to change.

Tour Overview

Embark on a journey that gives you a taste of the unique cultures and geography that make Canada one of the world's premier destinations! The sophistication of multicultural Toronto and the thunderous roar of Niagara Falls are followed by a cross country flight to Calgary - the gateway to the Rockies. Internationally-acclaimed, scenic highways traverse through Banff and Jasper national parks, revealing the stark beauty of ancient glaciers and the glass-like reflections of mountain lakes. The ranch-lands of the British Columbia interior maintain a vibrant cowboy culture, while the lofty heights of Whistler embody alpine luxury and celebrate outdoor sport and adventure. The bountiful gardens and public spaces of Victoria invite all visitors to soak in the serenity, while Vancouver seamlessly combines public parks, cultural diversity and an invigorating west coast. This incredible itinerary boasts once-in-a-lifetime experiences and will leave you with lasting memories!

Highlights

  • The sophistication of multicultural Toronto and the thunderous roar of Niagara Falls are followed by a cross country flight to Calgary - the gateway to the Rockies

  • The ranch-lands of the British Columbia interior maintain a vibrant cowboy culture, while the lofty heights of Whistler embody alpine luxury and celebrate outdoor sport and adventure

  • The bountiful gardens and public spaces of Victoria invite all visitors to soak in the serenity, while Vancouver seamlessly combines public parks, cultural diversity and an invigorating west coast

Itinerary

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Day 1 : Arrive In Toronto

Location: Toronto

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Westin Harbour Castle in Toronto (or similar)

Meals Included: No Meals

Fly to Pearson International Airport, Toronto. Upon arrival you will be met and transferred to your hotel, and will meet up with your Tour Director. You will stay for three nights in Toronto.

Day 2 : Toronto

Location: Toronto

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Westin Harbour Castle in Toronto (or similar)

Meals Included: Breakfast

We start the day with a sightseeing tour of Toronto and discover the many identities of Canada's most cosmopolitan city. Highlights include the provincial legislative buildings (Queen's Park), City Hall, the financial district, Chinatown, residential areas, the waterfront and a ride up the CN Tower.


The remainder of the day is free for independent exploration, shopping or simple relaxation.

Day 3 : Niagara Falls

Location: Niagara Falls

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Westin Harbour Castle in Toronto (or similar)

Meals Included: Breakfast


Enjoy a full-day excursion to the splendour of Niagara Falls. Our route takes us through the lush fruit-growing district of the Niagara Peninsula, and we see the historic village of Niagara-on-the Lake. The Niagara Parkway follows the Niagara River, bordered with parkland, and leads us to our first unforgettable glimpse of the falls.


Included is a thrilling boat ride on the Hornblower Niagara Cruises 'Voyage to the Falls', taking us right to the foot of the Horseshoe Falls.


Afterwards, you can enjoy an optional Niagara helicopter tour or the Niagara SkyWheel, giving you a breathtaking view of the Niagara Falls region.

Day 4 : Toronto To Calgary (Flight)

Location: Calgary

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Delta Hotels by Marriott Calgary Downtown (or similar)

Meals Included: Breakfast


Today, we transfer to Pearson International Airport in Toronto and check in to our flight to Calgary, Alberta. After crossing two thousand kilometres of Canadian wilderness and western wheatland, we arrive at Calgary International Airport and transfer to our hotel.


After checking in, the rest of the day is yours at leisure. You could explore the Old West at the Glenbow Museum or Fort Calgary, browse through the Eau Claire Market, or ride up the Calgary Tower for a spectacular view.


We stay overnight in Calgary.

Day 5 : Calgary To Banff National Park

Location: Banff National Park

Accommodation: Hotel, Lodge

Accommodation Name: Mount Royal Hotel/Banff Aspen Lodge (or similar)

Meals Included: Breakfast


We begin the day with a city tour of Calgary's highlights.


Leaving the city, we then travel west on the Trans-Canada highway into the rolling foothills of the Rocky Mountains. The majestic peaks of the Canadian Rockies soon fill the horizon as we approach Banff National Park, our first of several, in the Canadian national parks system. We soon arrive in the charming resort town of Banff for a two night stay.

Day 6 : Banff National Park

Location: Banff National Park

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Mount Royal Hotel/Banff Aspen Lodge (or similar)

Meals Included: Breakfast


Today we will enjoy a tour of the region around Banff. The area became Canada's first national park in 1885 to protect its natural hot springs.


An optional helicopter sightseeing tour will give you the chance to see the eastern ranges of the Rocky Mountains.


Alternatively, you can take an optional gondola ride to spectacular Sulphur Mountain. Bring your camera!


The rest of the day is at leisure to explore the surroundings of Banff. Stroll along Banff Avenue or simply relax and enjoy the scenery.

Day 7 : Banff National Park To Jasper National Park

Location: Jasper National Park

Accommodation: Lodge

Accommodation Name: Lobstick Lodge (or similar)

Meals Included: No Meals


Today's journey through Banff and Jasper national parks promises to be a highlight of our programme. Shortly after leaving Banff, we visit the famous scenery of Lake Louise, one of the most photographed lakes in Canada.


Afterwards, we travel north on the famed Icefields Parkway through a rugged wilderness flanked by dramatic mountain ranges. At the Columbia Icefield, we board a specially constructed Ice Explorer to ride on the surface of the ancient Athabasca Glacier.


Close to Jasper, you have the chance to go on an optional raft trip on the Athabasca River. Your experienced guide will point out the natural and human history as you raft through short rapids and stretches of calm waters.


We stay overnight in Jasper.

Day 8 : Jasper National Park To Kamloops

Location: Kamloops

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Thompson Hotel & Conference Centre (or similar)

Meals Included: Breakfast


Before leaving Jasper National Park this morning, you can take part in an optional Spirit Island cruise on Maligne Lake, the most picturesque and largest glacier-fed lake in the park.


You may alternately take an optional motorcycle tour of Jasper, riding in the comfortable sidecar, with an unmatched view of the forests and mountains.


Then, we travel west along the Yellowhead Highway and into the heartland of British Columbia. Breathtaking, unspoiled vistas await visitors in every season of the year. The route takes us along the Thompson River, through the picturesque Shuswap Highlands.


We arrive in Kamloops where we stay overnight.

Day 9 : Kamloops To Whistler

Location: Whistler

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Delta Hotels by Marriott/Whistler Village Suites (or similar)

Meals Included: Breakfast


We can expect a day of dramatic scenery changes as we head to Whistler for an overnight stay. We drive through the ranch-lands and head for the coastal mountains.


A journey along the Duffey Lake Road exposes new vistas at every turn. An optional floatplane sightseeing tour over Garibaldi Park gives you an inspiring view of a natural preserve of volcanic peaks, alpine lakes and meadows.


You can enjoy the rest of the day at leisure.

Day 10 : Whistler To Victoria

Location: Victoria

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Coast Victoria Hotel & Marina by APA (or similar)

Meals Included: Breakfast


The Sea-to-Sky Highway leads us south through spectacular coastal scenery today. You will visit the Capilano Suspension Bridge, suspended high above a magnificent canyon.


From Horseshoe Bay, we cruise by ferry across the strait of Georgia to Vancouver Island, and continue by coach to Victoria, British Columbia's capital city. Arriving in Victoria, we embark on a city tour of this former British enclave.


We stay for two nights in Victoria.

Day 11 : Victoria

Location: Victoria

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Coast Victoria Hotel & Marina by APA (or similar)

Meals Included: Breakfast

Proud of its maritime heritage, Victoria has retained a quaint, colonial demeanour, evident in the many 19th century landmarks throughout the city.


Today we treat ourselves to a tour of the famous Butchart Gardens, one of the world's great floral displays, set in a reclaimed stone quarry. Time will be allocated here for browsing through the regal gardens.


You can take part in an optional floatplane sightseeing tour over downtown Victoria and the strait of Juan de Fuca, with the Olympic Mountains in the distance.


You can also go an an optional whale-watching excursion (weather permitting) aboard a Zodiac or a regular vessel. Watch for the magnificent Orcas and abundance of marine wildlife.


The remainder of the day is at leisure to explore the city's delights.

Day 12 : Victoria To Vancouver

Location: Vancouver

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Sutton Place Hotel (or similar)

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner


We continue through the resort region of the Gulf Islands to the ocean-side city of Vancouver, for an overnight stay.


Upon arrival in Vancouver, we enjoy an interesting tour of the city, including Stanley Park, English Bay, Gastown, Chinatown and much more.


The remainder of the day is free for independent exploration or relaxation. This evening we enjoy a farewell dinner.

Day 13 : Transfer To Vancouver Airport

Location: Vancouver

Accommodation: Flight back to the UK

Meals Included: Breakfast, No Meals

Transfer to Vancouver Airport for your return flight to the UK.

Day 14 : Return Home

Location: Vancouver

Meals Included: No Meals

Arrival in the UK.

What's Included

  • Accommodation

    As detailed in the itinerary

  • Airport Transfers at Destination

    Yes, airport transfers are included

  • Fully Guided

  • International Travel

  • Meals

    As detailed in the itinerary

  • Transport

    Comfortable, air-conditioned motorcoach

  • Additional Services

    Travel from a wide range of convenient joining points across the UK is included within your coach holiday price; some carry a supplement. Please contact us for our full list of joining points.

What's Not Included

  • Insurance

  • Tipping & Gratuities

Accommodation

You will stay for three nights at the Westin Harbour Castle in Toronto (or similar), followed by one night at Delta Hotels by Marriott Calgary Downtown (or similar). You will stay for two nights in Banff at Mount Royal Hotel/Banff Aspen Lodge (or similar). In Jasper, you will stay overnight at Lobstick Lodge (or similar), then in Kamloops for one night at The Thompson Hotel & Conference Centre (or similar). In Whistler, you will stay overnight at Delta Hotels by Marriott/Whistler Village Suites (or similar). You will stay for two nights in Victoria at Coast Victoria Hotel & Marina by APA (or similar). Your final night will be in Vancouver, at Sutton Place Hotel (or similar).

Check out our Q&As

  • What type of coach will be used?

    You will travel on either our Luxuria Coach or our Silver Service Coach

  • Will there be an escort accompanying this tour?

    Fully escorted by our experienced drivers/crews. And in most towns and cities we either include or offer optional sightseeing tours with expert local guides to help you get the most from your visits.

  • Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?

    Yes

  • Are airport transfers included in this tour?

    Airport transfers are included on any Leger Air Holidays

  • Is there a supplement for solo travellers?

    Some tours carry a supplement for solo travellers, please ask for details if the Single price is not shown

  • Will I know the names and details of all the accommodation before I depart?

    Yes

  • Is there a limit to luggage that can be brought on the tour?

    On Leger Coach Holidays, your allowance is one medium sized suitcase per person, which should weigh no more than 20kg when full.

  • Are all the relevant entry visa’s included in the price of the tour?

    No

  • Is the tour coach air conditioned?

    Yes

  • Are flights included in this tour?

    Return flights are included on any Leger Air Holidays

  • What is the fitness level required to do this tour?

    Low

  • Is there any free time to explore places during the tour?

    As detailed in the itinerary

  • How long has the tour company been trading?

    40 years

  • Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?

    Sole use of your own room on all Single Traveller holidays: means you still get your privacy and time out from the group.

  • Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?

    Yes

  • Battlefield Tours - Will it be possible to visit a particular cemetery whilst on the tour?

    Please contact us and we will check to see whether you can visit a particular cemetery on any of our Battlefield Tours, if we are not able to fit it into our itinerary then you could take some time out of the tour and do this independently by taxi or public transport.

  • What policies are in place for Covid-19?

    Please contact us for latest Covid-19 policies

Reviews of this operator

Will (Google Reviewer)  

I went on the 4...

05-Jan-2024

I went on the 4 countries trip and swiss glacier express and overall it was a great trip. The coach I was on was silver service, it was tidy had nice seats and other accessories such as charging points and headsets which was very handy. The drivers Alex and Dave were fantastic, very kind, funny and respectful throughout the whole trip and a pleasure to talk to. The excursions were very pleasant and all ran very smoothly. The hotels were decent and offered a good service. I overall very much recommend leger holidays.

Sally Matson  

Excellent customer service

10-Jan-2023

Booked our ‘Christmas in Austria & Scenic Trains of the Tyrol’ through George on the customer Helpline. Nothing was too much trouble, everything clearly & patiently explained. He even had permission to log in on his day off to finalise the sale! A charming and helpful young person and a credit to the company.

Euan Donald (Google Reviewer)  

Been on two tours now...

10-Oct-2023

Been on two tours now the “D Day beaches” and “ All Quiet on the Western Front” tour of the Somme and Ypres. Both four days in total, two travelling and two on the site of the various battles. This is outstanding value for money, picked up from Carlisle , Cumbria and literally looked after all the way through the tours. The coaches are great and the accommodation spot on . The guides are very knowledgeable ( Mark Hope brilliant guy)and the bus drivers professional . Absolutely fantastic .

Sue Sinfield (Google Reviewer)  

Due to covid it was...

21-Jul-2022

Due to covid it was 3rd time lucky for us to visit lake Garda, what a treat. One or two hiccups but no fault of Legers at all. Praise to Graham and Chris for their excellent driving and coffee service. Our visit to Verona, our guide was very informative but did walk at a pace sometimes had to hurry to keep up. A lovely holiday

Michael Stephen Shilleto   England

Four Countries New Year & the Swiss Glacier Express

07-Jan-2024

Firstly we must thank Alex and Dave our tour guide / drivers who entertained us through out . The tour was fantastic so was the hotel’s food and entertainment. The tour was through the new year holidays as expected lots of shops closed and hotels were understaffed which was lost on some travelers. We travelled back from stop 24 on a luxuria coach I would recommend paying the extra for the comfort alone

Roy Williams (Google Reviewer)  

Great company. We did the...

03-Apr-2024

Great company. We did the 4 day D Day Normandy Landing tour.We had 2 great driver's John and Ian.. Nothing was a problem for them. They kept us safe and entertained.Then we had Fred Greenhow as our guide And he was outstanding. He told us everything we wanted to know. Can't praise them enough Thank you all. We will do more tours with them......

aled blackshaw (Google Reviewer)  

just returned from a solos...

25-Mar-2024

just returned from a solos break to valkenburg and rhine valley i enjoyed the break overall although both journeys were considerably longer than expected due to several picks ups. I could have done without the 3 countries meeting point excursion to be honest and the lunch on rhine cruise was very basic. The drivers/couriers were efficient and good humoured and provided free lunch vouchers on the ferry which were much appreciated. I probably would book another break with leger but to somewhere a lot closer to home.

Andy (Google Reviewer)  

Booked a surprise Birthday treat...

12-Jan-2024

Booked a surprise Birthday treat for my wife 40th to visit The Edinburgh Military Tattoo, All done via work,put all information in the B/card,so excited, one week before trip Cancelled!!! Due to not enough interest?? No Alternative! Never touch them again

Victoria Smith (Google Reviewer)  

I'd like to go lowerthan...

26-Dec-2023

I'd like to go lowerthan one star .my trip over to Italy nearly 36 hours in total.the driver and his wife gave thier mother a seat that was paid for and reserved at a price by another lady who was finally allowed to sit at the front with the drivers mother .( that was good of them considering the lady had paid for 2 holidays and one couldn't make it . I had the cheek to ask for coffee only the women driver to have conversation loud enough for my earshot to her husband then put over the tannoy that coffee will be when they are ready. ( i had bought 24 tickets for drinks on steves advice )but i quietly corrected them saying that they really shouldn't do that so I could hear.Then a barrage of abuse came from her for then her husband to face me off at my seat and a threats to get my case off and find my own way home his face red with rage pointing in my face with comments saying they don't have to take that from me.as they are fed up with people and they have to work 21 hours etc etc .they people were shouting STOP STOP STOP .he continued his rant and saying I would be dropped at the next service station. ( FRANCE) it was raining and I had no idea where I was going or had been.He the gave me a can of diet coke and said i could have it free but no oppology! 15 hours later in italy I wanted to leave and get a plane home .legers were no help but another coach arrived same sort of holiday shearings with nice drivers .No Rome visit and I could be with them for the remainder of time. I did go out on a couple of trips and the bus and drivers were amazing .I was told by legers eventually I can do the return journey with then but my holiday was ruined I cried and slept and am emotionally traumatised . On the plus side the coach i arrived on the doors kept opening in the wind the coach had to pull over and close the door so we could only use side door which was a fire hazzard ! Still no apology last day is today I'm spending in my room .I just want to return to England because I will be getting a solicitor for the abuse i suffered and the money I paid and for the wasted week over Christmas not to mention the anxiety I have suffered .the hotel and food was abysmal. The worse week ever and £1500 spent my nerves are in shreads .I can't wait to see the reviews and already I am flooded with statements from other passengers about how bad it is and my how I should fight for my injustice of it all .this time it must go to court so people are heard and intimidation like this is not allowed

TU  

Many thanks to Molly.

03-Jan-2023

I have recently booked a trip to Le Mans and had the good fortune to speak to Molly. She was very helpful and a pleasure to talk to. She was able to answer all but one of my queries with clarity and promised to ring me with the answer to the un-answered question as it required further investigation. This she duly did. An unusually pleasant experience when making a booking over the phone, if only it could be this easy every the time.

Dates & Availability

Monday - Sunday

Sep 09, 2024 - Sep 22, 2024
$6096 (USD)

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$6566 (USD)

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Jun 09, 2025 - Jun 22, 2025
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$6566 (USD)

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Sep 08, 2025 - Sep 21, 2025
$6566 (USD)

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  • Low Deposit

    Barrhead Travel requires a minimum deposit of 200 GBP per person or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 98 days before departure.

  • Cancellation Policy

    We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of barrhead travel charges.

    Up to 98 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.

    At 97 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.

    At 74 days before tour starts: Forfeit 75% of booking price.

    At 28 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.

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