Canada Walking & Hiking Tours

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Whether you hike along the craggy coastline of Vancouver Island, through the charming villages along Quebec’s St. Lawrence River, or explore the serene islands of Nova Scotia, a walking tour of Canada offers no shortage of adventure, unparalleled scenic beauty, and opportunities to enjoy its vibrant, welcoming culture.

In Western Canada, the soaring Continental Divide and Canadian Rockies are one of the world’s foremost destinations for hiking. Here you’ll walk in the long shadows of craggy massifs draped with snow, across well-marked trails that trace across crystal-clear rivers. Amble through quiet spruce forests to the banks of emerald-hued lakes and alpine meadows bursting with brilliant wildflowers. Observe native wildlife like moose, marmots, and the whiskey jack bird thriving in an untouched wilderness.

Amidst Quebec’s charming French-flavored villages built from stone, woodland valleys, and the fjord-lined Saint Lawrence River make for inspiring strolls. Enjoy hearty lunches of poutine (French fries, cheese, and brown gravy) or pâté chinois (fresh vegetables and beef topped with mashed potato).

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Country Highlights

Set your gaze high upon the rock-wall slopes of colossal natural amphitheatres.
Spot beluga whales frolicking in the waters of the Saguenay St. Lawrence Marine Park.
Meet the Québecois who call Quebec City home as you browse art galleries and pause in sidewalk cafes.
Experience the Scottish flavors, coastal charms, and magnificent beauty of Cape Breton Island.

First Nations

Learn about the fascinating culture of the First Nations—Canada’s indigenous peoples. Explore the forests of Vancouver Island with a Snuneymuxw guide and learn about the edible plants and traditional medicines the forest can offer that are still widely used today.

Bay of Fundy

Explore nearly 100 miles of well-marked trails in at Fundy National Park. Explore the seafloor of the Bay of Fundy at low tide or venture inland where quiet trails trace through Acadian forests to numerous waterfalls. Twice each day, 160 billion tonnes of seawater flow in and out of the bay across six hour tides—the highest tides on earth.

Quebec City

Stroll the cobblestone streets of one of North America’s oldest and most magnificent settlements. Amble the sloping sidewalks of Old Town, a UNESCO World Heritage site, where a thriving culture of shops and restaurants exists among 17th- and 18th-century houses and soaring church spires, all under the watchful eye of Château Frontenac.

Our Walking & Hiking Tours in Canada

Nova Scotia: Cape Breton Island

Self-Guided Easy/Moderate

Days 7 From $2,198 Tour Only

With splendid coastal trails and foot-tapping rhythms, Cape Breton keeps your feet busy day and night.

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Early morning view of lake with mist rising on the surface and mountain views in the background, near Banff Canada

Alberta & British Columbia: Banff, Yoho & the Canadian Rockies

Guided Easy/Moderate

Days 6 From $3,748 Tour Only

The majestic wildlife and Rocky Mountain landscapes will make you rediscover your wanderlust.

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Expert Local Guides

Experience your destination like an insider with people who call it home.

Carole Rasmussen

Traveling and outdoor activities have always been great passions for Carole Rasmussen. Her studies in tourism and later in teaching French and English have led to various guiding experiences throughout Canada and in Europe. She has been a high school teacher for many years and still takes advantage of her free time to discover and travel. She particularly enjoys trekking and has explored some of the most beautiful and challenging trails in New Zealand, Corsica, and Peru, to name a few. Always traveling extensively in her native Quebec, she enjoys its cultural diversity, its history, and its magnificent landscapes.

Simon Fortier

Simon Fortier is always in pursuit of the next adventure and his desire to discover Canada’s natural wonders has taken him all over the country. Particularly memorable are the times he’s guided wildlife observation and multi-sport expeditions across the Canadian arctic, where he has sometimes spent more than 30 consecutive days out on the land! He has trekked, skied, rafted, kayaked, and canoed through some of the most beautiful areas his native Canada has to offer. Simon is known for having kept his childish heart with his endless energy and curiosity and it’s his desire to live great experiences that makes every trip with Simon inspiring and so much fun.

Christopher Atkins

With a deep knowledge of local history and significant outdoors experience, Christopher Atkins is the ideal guide to lead visitors through Québec’s distinctive landscapes.Fluent in two languages (he grew up speaking French), he is also a proficient Spanish speaker. In his free time, Chris enjoys a number of active sports, ranging from basketball to paragliding and including, of course, hockey! He has traveled extensively around the world, from the Arctic Circle to the Andes, and is a certified open-water diver as well.

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