The following itineraries span the entire length of this incredibly diverse country, from the historic cities of the east, to the plains and jaw-dropping mountains of the west and the Arctic wilderness of the north. Given the vast distances involved, you won’t be able to cover everything, but even picking a few highlights will give you a deeper insight into Canada’s natural and historic wonders.
If you are planning your travel to Canada yourself, use these itineraries created by our travel writers as a starting point for inspiration.
This three-week tour gives a taster of Canada’s main highlights from coast to coast, travelling by train, bus and plane.
Bennett Lake, in the Yukon Territory © Pam Joy/Shutterstock
Maritime Canada – especially Newfoundland – is a land apart, with a distinct culture, stunning scenery and invariably empty roads. This two-to-three week tour is best experienced by car.
Only when you travel in Canada’s immense northern wilderness will you begin to grasp just how big – and rich in wildlife – this nation is. Come in summer to enjoy the sunshine and take three to four weeks to complete this trip.