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Grand Tour of Canada 2026-27 "Prestige" New

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TORONTO - OTTAWA - THOUSAND ISLANDS - TADOUSSAC - QUEBEC CITY - MONTREAL - NIAGARA FALLS

Grand Tour of Canada 2026-27 "Prestige" New is a Guiness Travel escorted group tour in Canada: 11 days by plane, with a tour leader from Italy. 1 departure scheduled, on 8 October 2026. Participation fee from 5.350,00 € per person. Required document: INDIVIDUAL ELECTRONIC PASSPORT valid for at least the duration of the stay + eTA..

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08/18 October 2026
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Why this tour?

  1. to visit all the attractions of Quebec and Ontario
  2. to take a mini-cruise among the Thousand Islands and a mini-cruise in Tadoussac Bay
  3. a journey to discover the majestic nature of Canada

This is the tour on which we take you to discover one of the most beautiful countries in the world, a dream for so many! Canada is the second-largest country in the world, so large that there is a five-hour time difference between its east and west coasts. It offers a variety of landscapes and a multiplicity of ethnic groups, languages and cultures… that makes everyone feel at home. We can enjoy the beauty of great modern cities such as Toronto, but also natural spectacles such as the wonderful Niagara Falls, which show their best side from the Canadian shore. Moving on to “New France”, we return to the places where the country was born, to the oldest capital, Ottawa, and to magical Montreal. Whether you visit nature parks or simple city parks, you will notice how much care goes into protecting and preserving flora and fauna (there are more than thirty national parks!). It is also the country with the highest number of lakes, which offer enchanting landscapes. It is hard to sum up in a few lines the reasons why Canada is worth visiting, but we are sure that no one will come home without the wish to return soon...


Whale Watching at Tadoussac in the Saguenay Marine Park

Tadoussac lies between the St Lawrence and the mouth of the Saguenay River, which flows down from the mountains carving out the fjord of the same name. This small village of fewer than a thousand inhabitants is not only the place people go to see whales, but a crossroads and a starting point for enjoying nature to the full. The village lies within the Saguenay National Park. Whale watching in this area has deep historical roots, going back to 1979 with the first guided excursions; in little more than 20 years it has grown to more than 50 whale-watching vessels carrying over 300,000 tourists a year. There are essentially 4 areas most favourable for sightings: the Mingan Islands, Sept-Îles, Pointe-des-Monts and Tadoussac. It is reported that of the 80 species of marine mammal known in the world, around 12 can be admired, with varying timing and “luck”, in the Saguenay–St Lawrence Marine Park, above all the ever-present belugas.


The Rideau Canal in Ottawa, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, has been a National Historic Site of Canada since 1925. The long waterway links the city of Ottawa with the city of Kingston, Ontario. The word Rideau means curtain in French, and the canal takes its name from the curtain-like appearance of the twin falls where the Rideau River meets the Ottawa River. The canal is also informally known as the Rideau Waterway. The plan to build the canal was conceived after the War of 1812 between the Americans and the British. The Americans had intended to launch an attack on the British colony of Upper Canada via the St Lawrence River. Had the American plan been carried out, the lifeline between Kingston and Montreal would have been put at risk. The Rideau Canal was intended to link Montreal and Kingston in order to secure supply lines and establish a communication route. The St Lawrence River bordered the American state of New York and the British wanted to bypass it altogether. Lieutenant-Colonel John By, a member of the Royal Engineers, was put in charge of supervising the canal. Construction was carried out by numerous private contractors and thousands of French-Canadian and Irish labourers. Work on the canal began in 1826 and was completed in 1832. No military attack ever took place between the Americans and the British after its construction, but it became an essential element in the development of Canada, facilitating the transport of immigrants and goods. In addition to using a section of the Rideau and Cataraqui rivers, it also incorporates parts of several lakes, such as Big Rideau and the Lower Lakes. Of the canal’s 125 miles, around 12 are man-made. It fostered the growth of several communities along its route, including Portland, Ottawa, Smiths Falls, Kingston, Kars and Rideau Ferry. Other communities are linked by navigable waterways, including Perth and Kemptville. Along the canal there are 45 locks, 23 lockstations and 2 locks at the entrance to the Tay Canal. Most of the locks are still operated by hand. It is used mainly by pleasure craft. Boat tours can be arranged in Kingston, Chaffeys Lock, Ottawa and Merrickville. In winter, part of the Rideau Canal through downtown Ottawa draws tourists as the largest skating rink in the world.

Quick answers

Frequently asked questions

How long is the tour?

The tour lasts 11 days by plane, with a Guiness tour leader from Italy.

When does it depart?

1 departure scheduled, on 8 October 2026.

How much does it cost?

The individual participation fee starts from 5.350,00 € by plane.

What does the price include?

return journey Italy/Toronto on scheduled Ita Airways flights; airport/hotel transfers and vice versa; tour of Canada by luxury GT coach; accommodation in 4-star hotels on a bed and buffet breakfast basis; buffet breakfasts; 5 dinners; 3 lunches in restaurants; guided visits as indicated, with a touring guide for the entire duration of the tour and specialist local guides at certain sites; boat trip to Niagara Falls on the Hornblower; Thousand Islands mini-cruise; mini-cruise in Tadoussac Bay; entrance fees to all the museums and sites indicated; taxes, VAT; tour leader from Italy on departures from Rome, Venice and Bologna; tour leader Rome/Rome or Toronto/Toronto for those departing from other airports; evening excursions

What is not included in the price?

tips (on arrival the tour leader collects a single amount of about €70.00 which is used to tip the guides and drivers), drinks with meals, eTA and anything not expressly indicated.

Which documents are required?

INDIVIDUAL ELECTRONIC PASSPORT valid for at least the duration of the stay + eTA.

Can I cancel?

Cancel without penalty up to 45 days in advance

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