The Crimson

Canada's Maritime Magic

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Big skies, coastal charm & Canadian hospitality.

18 days

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Winter Wonderland in Western Canada

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Because nowhere does winter quite like Canada.

14 days

from £2,915 pp

Alaskan Cruise & Rocky Mountaineer

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Two epic journeys, one unforgettable holiday by rail and sea.

15 days

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Simply Vancouver Island

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Victoria, wild beaches, sea kayaking & Vancouver Island.

14 days

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Ontario Explorer

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Toronto, Ottawa, Niagara Falls & scenic roadtripping through Ontario’s countryside.

11 days

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Western Canada Highlights

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Waterfalls, glaciers and outdoor adventures from Vancouver to Banff.

12 days

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Icefields Parkway & Bow Valley Parkway - self-drive ideas

The Icefields Parkway is a scenic road that links Lake Louise at the southern end to Jasper at the northern end, taking you through the heart of the Canadian Rocky Mountain Parks World Heritage Site. Here, you will find a simply breathtaking landscape — soaring mountain peaks in every direction, gushing ice-fed rivers, sparkling turquoise lakes, and majestic glaciers. The route extends to Banff via the Bow Valley Parkway, which runs parallel to the faster-moving Highway 1, and the two parkways combined are considered one of the most beautiful drives in Canada. There are many scenic spots and points of interest along the way, so make sure you allow time for the following: Athabasca Falls: about 30 kilometres south of Jasper, these impressive falls can be seen from various viewing platforms and walking trails. Sunwapta Falls: just slightly further south than Athabasca Falls, these falls have a drop of around 18 metres and are at their most impressive in spring and summer when the snowmelt is at its peak. Big Hill and Big Bend: tucked into a hairpin bend, this spot offers a fantastic view of the Athabasca River valley and the towering mountains on either side. Peyto Lake: a striking turquoise, glacier-fed lake nestled amongst the peaks. It is accessed by a short, uphill walking trail to Bow Summit, the highest point on the Icefields Parkway. Bow Lake: another sparkling lake, overlooked by Crowfoot Mountain and Mount Thompson, and a great place to view the Crowfoot and Bow Glaciers. Athabasca Glacier: Where you can hike to the Toe of the Glacier for a closer look. Glacier Skywalk: Not for the faint-hearted, as it is a glass-floored platform that extends over the Sunwapta Valley, but the reward is stunning views of the glacier, mountains, and surrounding wilderness.

Skeena Rail Journey

The Skeena train winds its way over two days through some remarkable scenery between Prince Rupert on the west coast to Jasper in the Rocky Mountains, broken up by an overnight stop in Prince George. The section between Prince Rupert and Prince George passes along the beautiful Skeena River valley, up in to the rugged expanse of interior British Columbia. From Prince George the train makes its way in to the foothills of the Rockies, winding through the Yellowhead Pass on the border of British Columbia and Alberta, and on to Jasper. Whichever direction you choose to journey in expect diverse and beautiful landscapes studded with lakes, forest clad hills, braided river valleys and tiny settlements. Economy class offers comfortable seating in a regular carriage with large picture windows; light meals and snacks can be purchased at the on-board café/bar. Whilst this is the ‘budget’ option it is also the class in which many locals travel so this can often be a good way to get talking to some of the people who live in these more remote parts of the province. Touring class, which is only available on certain departures in the summer months, offers seating with extra-large panoramic windows, access to the Park dome car with its glass ceiling and a complimentary selection of hot and cold meals. Combined with the Inside Passage ferry the Skeena is a brilliant way to travel around this middle section of British Columbia without having the drive the enormous distances.

Scenic Float-Trip on the Athabasca River

Enjoy the remarkable scenery of the Athabasca Valley, near Jasper, and learn about the festinating history of this designated Canadian Heritage River on this delightful float trip. Using specially designed oar-powered rafts, your guide will steer you along the same route that fur traders would have used two centuries ago. You will navigate several easy sets of rapids and gently float along the calm stretches in between, keeping an eye for wildlife along the banks – elk, mountain sheep and deer are frequently seen, and sometime bears and coyotes are also spotted. This is a relaxing trip designed for the whole family, and takes about two and a half hours from start to finish.