Canada

Victoria Highlights

Inner Harbour

The picture-postcard Inner Harbour has a rich maritime history and is now the place to go for boat tours and horse-drawn carriage rides. Stroll along the waterfront to take in the parliament buildings and grand hotels, stop for a bite to eat in one of the many restaurants or visit the Robert Bateman Gallery.  

Butchart Gardens

One of the premier tourist attractions in the area, Butchart Gardens boasts 55 acres of landscaped flowers, blossoms, shrubs and trees, with seasonal displays and attractions year-round. It's a delight to stroll through the Italian garden, rose garden and Japanese garden, where you can discover pools, fountains and exotic plants at every turn. 

Cook Street Village

With a very European feel, Cook Street Village is a hip area brimming with independent boutiques, unique eateries and eclectic coffee houses – perfect for people watching. With Edwardian and Victorian homes, this destination combines old-worlde charm with a friendly atmosphere.

Vancouver Highlights

Stanley Park

Covering 400 hectares, this magnificent green oasis sits in the urban landscape of Vancouver with beautiful beaches, local wildlife, historic sights and botanical gardens to explore. Recognised as one of the greatest urban parks in the world, it is one of the city's main tourist attractions.  

Granville Island

A must when visiting Vancouver, artsy Granville Island – technically a peninsula – is a hub of cultural activity, with restaurants, art galleries, craft studios, shops and green spaces to be discovered. The Public Market is described as a 'food lover's paradise' and you can sample cheese, charcuterie, fresh produce and local brews.  

Gastown

Vibrant and trendy, Gastown is the original core of downtown Vancouver and blends old and new architectural styles. Stroll the cobblestone streets and explore boutiques and galleries, sip on cocktails in one of the many contemporary bars, and see the famous Gastown Steam Clock which is one of the few working steam clocks in the world!

Québec City Highlights

Place Royale: Place Royale is at the core of Québec's foundation, and where Samuel de Champlain founded the city in 1608. With a mix of French and British influences, key sights include the public square, the Museum of Civilization, and Notre-Dame-des-Victoires Church which is the oldest stone church in North America. 

Château de Frontenac: Overlooking the mighty St. Lawrence River, this iconic hotel is one of the city's most prominent landmarks and can be seen from miles away. It is historically significant as it was where the Allied Powers made preparations for the D-Day landings in Normandy. 

Rue du Trésor: This narrow, pedestrianised street features rows of stalls where artists exhibit their paintings, engravings and watercolours in almost an open-air gallery. This artistic hub is the perfect place to buy a souvenir and has been around for three centuries.