The 4 Best Winter Tours in Canada

1.Athabasca Glacier Snow Trip from Banff

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 394 reviews · 11 hours (approx.) · from $291Our pick

Ride the Icefields Parkway from Banff to Athabasca Glacier, with lunch, an Ice Explorer ride, Glacier Skywalk, and scenic lake stops.

“This was an excellent day trip to see the glacier and Skywalk, with also some really nice stops along the way. Loved every minute of the day, even the packed lunch and picnic stop was a highlight. Roz our guide was brilliant, very informative and knowledgeable, nothing was too much bother for her. Even recommending restaurants at the end of the trip in Banff. Roz if you are reading this, you are right, that was the best key lime pie! Fantastic excursion, I would highly recommend.”

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2.Medicine Trail Snowshoe Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 279 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $117

Snowshoe Whistler’s Medicine Trail through old-growth forest, taste herbal tea, and learn local lore on a small-group Callaghan Valley tour.

“The sights and sounds we're so relaxing to take in. I also enjoyed learning about the flora around us. Mel is a great guide and it helps that she loves this stuff! I didn't expect to be able to walk on a frozen lake at this time of year, so that was a nice surprise. Mel's professional, fun and knows her stuff.”

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3.Victoria Bites and Sights Walking + Ferry (winter Sat, Sun)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 242 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $63Best value

Explore Victoria by foot and ferry with local history, Chinatown, harbor views, small bites, drinks, and a small-group guide.

“Roberto was a great tour guide! Very engaging and dynamic in his delivery of history facts and local culture. He was very thoughtful to capture some great photos of us. We had some delicious bites and also walked away with recommendations on what to do after.”

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4.Winter Victoria Whale and Wildlife Zodiac Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 229 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $129

Ride a 12-passenger Zodiac from Victoria to spot whales, seals, sea lions, otters, and birds on a winter wildlife tour.

“This tour was fun and enjoyable, even in the rain! We walked around town, taste tested a range of food and, learnt so much about the history of the area. It felt good to support local businesses.”

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