Canada
Mountains, prairie and a very short summer
The honest version
Calgary and Banff in July, Montreal and Toronto year round, Vancouver whenever the weather allows. Distances are large, plan internal flights.
On the ground in Canada
Every place here is matched to its own source before we publish it. We hold the table, book the guide and split the cost across the crew.
When to go
Same country, four different trips. Pick the one you actually want.
Spring
Apr to May
Thaw, mud and many mountain roads still shut
Summer
Jun to Aug
Warm, long days and every trail open
Autumn
Sep to Oct
Crisp, clear and the colour is worth it
Winter
Nov to Mar
Deep cold, excellent snow
While you're there
Events in Canada that could anchor the trip instead.
Your countdown
Counted back from the day you fly. Lock dates in the planner and these become real calendar entries.
- Coming up4 weeks before you fly
Approve your eTA
Visa exempt travellers must have an approved eTA before boarding. Most approvals are instant but some take days.
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