WILDERNESS ON AN EPIC SCALE
Luxury Canada Holidays from the UK
~8 hrs
DIRECT TO TORONTO
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Why Canada
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HAND-VETTED RESORTS
Wilderness on a Scale Hard to Imagine
Canada is wilderness on a scale that's hard to imagine until you're in it — the Rocky Mountains and turquoise lakes of Banff and Lake Louise, the rainforests and whales of the Pacific coast, the maple forests of the east, and the Northern Lights over the Yukon. Between the wild lie some of the world's most liveable cities, from Vancouver to Montreal.
At HighStreet Holidays we don't simply book Canada — we route it: a Rockies rail journey, a self-drive through the mountains, or a city-and-wilderness combination, with the scenic trains and lodges arranged.
With access to a carefully vetted portfolio, from mountain lodges to city landmarks, we build a Canada that matches its vast landscapes with the comfort to enjoy them.
Canada's scale resets your sense of 'big'. The Rockies in particular leave even seasoned travellers lost for words.
Signature Experiences
Moments That Linger
Canada rewards the traveller who comes for the landscape. These are the experiences our clients come home remembering.
The Canadian Rockies
Banff, Lake Louise and Jasper — turquoise lakes, glaciers and peaks, the scenic heart of any Canada trip, explored by car or guided tour.
The Rocky Mountaineer
The famous glass-domed train through the mountains — a bucket-list rail journey past rivers, canyons and wildlife, in unhurried style.
The Pacific Coast
Vancouver and Vancouver Island — whale watching, rainforest and the wild surf of Tofino, where the mountains meet the sea.
The East & Fall Colours
Toronto, Niagara Falls, historic Quebec City and Montreal, ablaze with maple colour in autumn — the cultured, European side of Canada.
The Northern Lights
The aurora over the Yukon and the Northwest Territories — one of the planet's great natural spectacles, best in the clear winter skies.
Wildlife & Wilderness
Grizzly and black bears, whales and elk — Canada's wildlife is genuinely wild, viewed responsibly from lodges and on guided trips.
Featured Properties
Where You'll Stay
Every hotel, resort and lodge we feature has been carefully vetted by our specialists — the addresses our clients return to, year after year.
Recommended Packages
Curated for Every Occasion
Every package includes return flights from your nearest UK airport (lowest fares ex-London), private transfers, daily breakfast and selected experiences — tailored by your specialist.
Most Popular
7 Nights
Canadian Rockies & Vancouver
- Calgary arrival (YYC) - private transfer to Banff (~1.5 hrs)
- 3 nights Fairmont Banff Springs (the Castle in the Rockies)
- 2 nights Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise (lakefront)
- 2 nights Fairmont Pacific Rim Vancouver (city + harbour view)
- Bed & breakfast | domestic flight YYC-YVR | Lake Louise canoe rental
- Return flights from London airports
Signature Journey
7 Nights
Rocky Mountaineer & Pacific Rim
- Calgary arrival - chauffeured private transfer to Banff
- 3 nights Fairmont Banff Springs, Fairmont Gold floor
- 2 nights Rocky Mountaineer GoldLeaf train (Banff to Vancouver, with overnight Kamloops)
- 2 nights Fairmont Pacific Rim Vancouver, Pacific Club floor
- Half board | Rocky Mountaineer GoldLeaf (glass-domed scenic train) | helicopter over Bow Valley
- Return flights from London airports
Ultra Luxury
7 Nights
Clayoquot Wilderness & Pacific Rim
- Vancouver arrival (YVR) - seaplane to Clayoquot Wilderness Resort (~45 min)
- 4 nights Clayoquot Wilderness Resort, signature tented suite (all-inclusive)
- 3 nights Fairmont Pacific Rim Vancouver, Pacific Club floor
- Half board (all-inclusive at Clayoquot)
- Clayoquot daily wilderness experiences: bear watching, salmon fly fishing, kayaking
- Return flights from London airports, premium cabin upgrade available
Looking for something different? Enquire below or call us on 020 3322 7866 and we'll curate a Canada journey around you.
Best Time to Visit
When to Go
SUMMER
June to September
The prime season for the Rockies, the coast and the cities — warm, long days, open roads and trails, and active wildlife. The busiest and most popular time; book ahead.
AUTUMN
September to October
Spectacular fall colour in the east, crisp clear air and fewer crowds — a beautiful, quieter time, especially in Quebec and Ontario.
WINTER
December to March
Cold and snowy — the season for world-class skiing in Whistler and Banff, and for the Northern Lights under clear, dark skies.
NORTHERN LIGHTS
Late August to April
The aurora is best in the clear, dark skies of the far north from late summer through winter — we time and place the trip for the best chance of seeing it.
Sample Itinerary
A 10-Night Canadian Rockies Journey
Every itinerary we create is bespoke — this is simply one way a perfect trip unfolds.
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DAY 1 — ARRIVAL
UK to Vancouver
Your flight reaches Vancouver — around ten hours direct. A transfer to your hotel and a first evening by the harbour.
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DAYS 2-3 — THE PACIFIC CITY
Vancouver
Stanley Park, Granville Island and the mountains at the city's edge, with the option of a day trip to Vancouver Island for whales.
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DAYS 4-5 — INTO THE MOUNTAINS
The Rocky Mountaineer
Board the glass-domed train east through the canyons and rivers to the Rockies — a journey that is the highlight in itself.
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DAYS 6-9 — THE ROCKIES
Banff & Lake Louise
The turquoise lakes, glaciers and peaks of Banff and Jasper, the Icefields Parkway and the wildlife — the wild heart of Canada.
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DAY 10 — DEPARTURE
Calgary & Home
A transfer to Calgary for your flight home — or onward to the east for Niagara and Quebec.
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Getting There
- Direct flights from London — around 8 hours to Toronto, 10 to Vancouver (Air Canada, British Airways, WestJet)
- Connections from major regional UK airports
- Internal flights and scenic trains link the regions
- Canada is 4.5-8 hours behind the UK
Entry Requirements
- UK passport holders need an eTA (Electronic Travel Authorization) for air travel, applied for online before travel (CAD 7), valid 5 years
- Visa-free visits of up to 6 months
- Passport valid for your stay
Health & Safety
- No vaccinations are legally required for entry from the UK
- Routine vaccinations should be up to date
- Excellent, modern medical facilities
- Comprehensive travel insurance is essential — medical care for visitors can be expensive
Currency & Local Notes
- The currency is the Canadian Dollar (CAD); cards and contactless are accepted everywhere
- Tipping (15-20%) is expected in restaurants
- Sales tax is added at the till
- English and French are official languages (French in Quebec)