Canada Budget Tours &amp; Trips

Small Group Tour

Why we love them

They're highly committed to sustainable tourism and contribute to crucial initiatives like climate action, focusing on local cultures and more.

Lodging level

Basic - 2 star

Physical level

Moderate

Trip pace

Balanced schedule

Visits

Banff, Banff National Park, Canadian Rockies, Glacier National Park, Jasper, Jasper National Park, Lake Louise, Vancouver, Whistler

Highlights

Get wild in Jasper National Park, where it’s possible to spot moose, elk, deer, bears and coyotes among the sea of evergreen pine and spruce trees.
Take an included canoeing adventure and camp overnight on the remote shore of Clearwater Lake, where you can fall asleep under a blanket of stars.
See the Athabasca Glacier up close and personal during a walk to the toe of the glacier, an experience that will feel other-worldly.
Enjoy plenty of free time to explore Canada’s premier outdoor adventure hub, Whistler, at your own pace. Hike rugged trails or munch on ‘beaver tails’ – the choice is yours.
See the Rockies’ vast array of striking lakes, mountains and glaciers – no matter what time of year you visit – with a wilderness-loving local as your guide.

Themes

Cultural, Local Immersion & Homestays, High Adventure, Digital Detox

What travelers are saying

"I did the EBC trek with Intrepid in September and October. Our group missed the first 3 days of the planned 12 day trek due to bad weather. There was a real fear we would not be able to do the trek at all. Intrepid sorted out additional accommodation and flights once we were able to fly. Our group made it to EBC by missing the 2 acclimation days on the accent and descending in 3 days instead of 4. This was only possible because of the awesome staff (guides and porters) employed by Intrepid and by Intrepid's backroom staff making alternative accommodation and flight arrangements for us."

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15 days From$3,465

Whales & Bears of British Columbia

By Exodus Travels

premier

4.8/5 Excellent

Small Group Tour

Why we love them

With a wide range of trip styles, Exodus caters to every type of traveler out there- even those with specific interests from cycling to winter hiking.

Lodging level

Standard - 3 star

Physical level

Moderate

Trip pace

Balanced schedule

Visits

Tofino, Vancouver

Highlights

Visit Vancouver Island, the largest island on the North American Pacific Coast
Join experienced naturalist guides for two whale watching excursions
Search for black bears on the rocky shoreline of Clayoquot Sound
Observe grizzly bears in their natural surroundings
Enjoy walks in the Pacific Rim National Park Reserve

Themes

Nature & Wildlife, Birding, National Parks

What travelers are saying

"Rick was really helpful and patient. He explained things clearly, was happy to answer questions. It is a long time since I last travelled solo but I felt confident that Rick understood what I wanted from the trip and reassured me."

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Real Canadian Rockies

By Intrepid Travel

premier

4.5/5 Excellent

Small Group Tour

Why we love them

They're highly committed to sustainable tourism and contribute to crucial initiatives like climate action, focusing on local cultures and more.

Lodging level

Basic - 2 star

Physical level

Easy

Trip pace

Balanced schedule

Visits

Banff, Canadian Rockies, Jasper, Jasper National Park, Lake Louise, Whistler

Highlights

Spend three nights camping in Banff National Park, where you'll explore glacial lakes and scenic mountain paths, with the village of Banff nearby.
Road trip the world-famous Icefields Parkway between Jasper and Banff National Parks, with many scenic stops at Athabasca Glacier and Athabasca Falls
See North American bison at a mountain-fringed working buffalo ranch and learn about First Nations peoples’ history of living with this hardy species.
The spectacular scenery of the Canadian Rockies makes for the perfect opportunity to unleash your inner Nat Geo photographer. It’s really hard to take a bad picture here.
Explore the outdoor adventure hotspot of Whistler, where you can mix gorgeous trails and picturesque villages with hikes out to an old graffitied train wreck and a ghost town.

Themes

18 - 30's

What travelers are saying

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13 days From$2,570

Ultimate New Brunswick self-drive

By Audley Travel

preferred

4.8/5 Excellent

Private Guided

Lodging level

Standard - 3 star

Physical level

Very Easy

Trip pace

Full schedule

Themes

Cultural, Nature & Wildlife, 50 Plus, Local Immersion & Homestays, National Parks, Eco, Sustainable & Green Travel

What travelers are saying

"Third holiday with Audley and the best yet. They really know the countries and work with you to put together the perfect itinerary. They think of everything. They are also on hand to deal with any issues that arise while you are away. We’ll be travelling with Audley again."

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13 days From$3,187

Arctic Watch Wilderness Lodge – 10 Days

By Quark Expeditions

none

4.6/5 Excellent

Group Tour

Lodging level

Standard - 3 star

Physical level

Moderate

Trip pace

Balanced schedule

Highlights

Encounter rarely seen and iconic arctic wildlife and their habitats: polar bears, muskoxen, ringed seals, bird cliffs, fox dens and much more
Visit the Cunningham River estuary, seasonal home to hundreds of beluga whales
Take advantage of included equipment and activities such as all-terrain vehicles (ATVs), a Mercedes Unimog, kayaking, rafting, fishing and hiking
Visit Cape Anne Thule sites with ancient stone and bone houses
Enjoy unique photography opportunities

Themes

Nature & Wildlife, National Parks, Relaxing Retreats

What travelers are saying

"Zodiac trips are fantastic. The whale watching is amazing."

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10 days From$8,995

The Canadian Rockies with Alaska Cruise

By Cosmos

none

4/5 Great

Group Tour

Lodging level

Standard - 3 star

Physical level

Moderate

Trip pace

Balanced schedule

Themes

Cultural, 50 Plus

What travelers are saying

"We've taken over 10 group tours using Cosmos and Gate1. This trip last month, 9000 was not very good. -During booking, incorrect information was given about airport-hotel transfers -The whispers (listening devices) didn't work from the get-go, so no whispers were used during the 13 day trip. - Porters are no longer hired to bring your luggage to and from your room. (Very elderly had to handle their own luggage. Our friends had to help many of them.) -A few days into the trip one couple left. At the end of the trip we found out they had covid. Cosmos did not let us know; a few people weren't feeling well and two of our friends then tested positive. -One hotel was awful and not even up to "budget" standards -Many of the stops had castles, churches... but were not included, so be sure to count that in when pricing.  don't plan to use Cosmos ever again. Gate1 is the best in my opinion. When my husband's passport was stolen, they assigned someone to go with him to the embassy, translate, etc...It was above and beyond what we expected  "

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20 days From$3,600

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Canadian Train Odyssey

By Cosmos

none

4/5 Great

Group Tour

Lodging level

Standard - 3 star

Physical level

Moderate

Trip pace

Balanced schedule

Themes

Cultural, 50 Plus

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15 days From$4,599

Western Canada by Rail with Alaska Cruise

By Cosmos

none

4/5 Great

Group Tour

Lodging level

Standard - 3 star

Physical level

Moderate

Trip pace

Balanced schedule

Themes

Cultural, Nature & Wildlife, 50 Plus, National Parks

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Arup

Oct 2015

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This was my 9th trip with intrepid

This was my 9th trip with intrepid in the space of 4 years. Enough said.

Eva

Oct 2015

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Very good organisation, variety of activity options

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Loved all the activities, the group, the

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Sep 2015

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The trip was amazing, Dustin was an

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