Canada · HISTORICAL TOURS
Fortifications, fur-trade warehouses and the oldest streets on the continent north of Mexico. The 15 below are priced by length, with a note on which are led by guides who actually know the archive.
Taste Victoria through local food, Chinatown stories, and historic streets on a two-hour small-group walking tour led by Andy.
“Excellent tour for both history of the area and food choices. Andy was very knowledgeable in both areas. Great recommendations for restaurants.”
Taste Gastown’s best bites, local drinks, and Wild West stories on a relaxed three-hour Vancouver walking tour.
“Chirug was pleasant, knowledgeable and made the tour a lot of fun. The area was interesting and we definitely learned a lot. The food was delicious!”
Taste your way through Gastown with six food samples, four drinks, and lively stories about Vancouver’s oldest neighborhood.
“we learned the history of the Vancouver historic district while also learning about some of the foods at local establishments. Our host, Sean, kept it fun and moving at a proper place.”
Taste five gourmet courses, paired drinks, and Old Quebec history on a small-group evening walk with a funicular ride.
“I had the greatest birthday experience of my life. My tour guide, Luis was very incredible., knowledgeable and kind. The food was beyond delicious and the experience was everything I wanted.”
Walk Old Quebec with a costumed guide, uncover 400 years of history, and visit landmarks from Place Royale to Château Frontenac.
“despite the inclement weather, our guide ( Jean Claude ) ( had another name as his soldier character that I can't remember) was intrepid. Very knowledgeable and interactive with the group. Well worth it to get history from different perspectives.”
See Halifax’s Citadel, Public Gardens, Titanic cemetery, and Peggy’s Cove on a practical half-day tour from the cruise port.
“Jonathan was just amazing. I appreciated all of his knowledge & kindness throughout the tour. It was the perfect mixture of riding/listening to stories & exploring on our own. Shaw’s Landing for lunch was also delicious! Highly recommend the entire experience!”
Cruise 35 kilometers of the St. Lawrence past Montreal landmarks, with bilingual commentary, skyline views, sunny decks, and an optional happy hour drink.
“I liked it was beautiful to see some of the city sites from the cruise. But the sound of the guide was hard to hear. Also, they were confusing about how to use your drink ticket in the happy hour.”
Explore Old Quebec through UNESCO landmarks, a funicular ride, and five gourmet courses with wine or beer in a small group.
“Our group of friends enjoyed the food experience of all the restaurants. The group size was just perfect. It was definitely more of a traditional foodie tour than a historic or cultural combo. However, we still enjoyed the experience and took a different walking tour the next day.”
Explore Vancouver’s LGBTQ2+ past on a two-hour walk with storyteller Glenn, from early Pride to Davie Street, Jim Deva Plaza, and queer activism.
“We visited Vancouver for the first time and scheduled this tour on our last day. It was especially nice having it on the last day because we had already toured on our own a lot of the different areas and shops that were discussed in this tour but did not realize the significance of them and it was very moving”
See grizzlies, whales, and salmon on a Homalco cultural tour from Campbell River, with Indigenous guides, lunch, and small-group bear viewing.
“what a fabulous day. The boat rode over was great as we stopped to see whales & seals with captain John. Deborah our guide was very knowledgeable about whales & bears & Tony our guide on the island was great. we had 10 sightings of 6 different bears including a mumma & cub. we're still bursting with joy❤️ thank you homalco”
Explore Saint John from 1783 to today with local guide Pete Ferguson, rare photos, waterfront stories, landmarks, and an easy 2.5-hour walk.
“Pete is knowledgeable about both Saint John history and current events. He is very outgoing, funny, and can answer questions well. He speaks so the whole group can hear. Just the right amount of content. The tour is very reasonably priced for what you get. Pete knows EVERYONE.”
Explore Toronto after dark with ghost stories, grim history, and four seasonal walking tours led by cloaked guides for $20.
“Daniel was awesome it was an excellent tour me and my youngest son really enjoyed it!”
Explore Toronto’s Distillery District, hear Gooderham and Worts stories, and see Victorian industrial architecture on a lively one-hour walk.
“Our guide Devin was able to bring to life the history and evoke the atmosphere of those times when this area was in full tilt making liquor… and also anti freeze. The jobs created especially for women and the consequential social benefits.”
Walk through 400 years of Quebec City with a costumed local guide, from Dufferin Terrace to Place Royale and Petit-Champlain.
“Very fun! Enjoyed the tour! Thank you very much, would recommend. We loved learning about the city this way!”
See Cape Spear, Petty Harbour, Signal Hill, Quidi Vidi, and Jellybean Row on a lively 3.5-hour St. John's highlights tour.
“Great bargain to see the famous spots of St. John's with the minimum of effort. It was well organised and well paced.”
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