Visiting Canada during Christmas is a magical experience as the country transforms into a winter wonderland. From festive markets and dazzling light displays to the enchanting beauty of snow-covered landscapes, Canada offers a warm and welcoming holiday spirit. Immerse yourself in unique traditions, enjoy winter activities, and savor the joyous atmosphere.
7. Banff Area 1-Day Tour From Calgary/Banff – Rating: 4.5/5 on Viator
Banff is a picturesque white wonderland in the winter with plenty to see and do. This full-day tour departing from Calgary or Banff Town provides travelers with outstanding and relaxing experiences, including vistas of Sulphur Mountain, Bow Falls, and Johnston Canyon Falls.
- Tour: Banff Area 1-Day Tour from Calgary/Banff
- Duration: 9 to 11 hours (approx.)
- Cost: From $126.95 per person.
6. Victoria And Butchart Gardens Christmas Tour – Rating: 4.5/5 on Viator
For good reason, Victoria, a stunning city in British Columbia, is ranked among the top Canadian destinations for Christmas travel. On this 12-hour tour departing from Vancouver, guests take a leisurely 90-minute Gulf Islands cruise. It also gives visitors a chance to enjoy the glittering Christmas lights as they spin around Chinatown, Government Street shops, and Inner Harbor in Victoria.
- Tour: Victoria and Butchart Gardens Christmas Tour
- Duration: 12 hours (approx.)
- Cost: From $197.97 per person
5. Vancouver City And Capilano Suspension Bridge Canyon Lights Tour – Rating: 4.5/5 on Viator
Vancouver City undoubtedly offers the most spectacular Christmas lights, decorations, and experiences in Canada for those seeking them. On this tour, guests will see massive skyscrapers, breathtaking buildings, beaches, rainforests, and canyon lights. This tour has everything you need for an amazing journey, from Granville Island to the Capilano Suspension Bridge Park and from downtown Vancouver to the magnificent Stanley Park.
- Tour: Vancouver City and Capilano Suspension Bridge Canyon Lights Tour
- Duration: 5 hours (approx.)
- Cost: From $107.77 per person
4. Christmas Walking Tour In Old Montreal – Rating: 4.5/5 on Viator
Old Montreal is renowned for its unparalleled charm and magnificently preserved architecture. When done in the midst of the holiday atmosphere, exquisite decorations, and brilliant lights, the experience is amazing and unparalleled. On this 1.5-hour Christmas walking tour through Old Montreal, accompanied by a qualified guide, discover the customs and traditions of the city while taking in the main sights and shopping for handcrafted goods and other souvenirs.
- Tour: Christmas Walking Tour in Old Montreal
- Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)
- Cost: From $21.70 per person
3. Winter Adventure In The Yukon – Rating: 4.5/5 on Viator
Embark on an exhilarating five-day guided tour through the Yukon Territory for an adventure-filled holiday in Canada. Amidst the awe-inspiring winter landscapes and the mesmerizing aurora borealis, participants can enjoy exciting pursuits such as dog sledding and snowmobiling, complemented by moments of relaxation, like immersing oneself in a soothing natural hot spring.
- Tour: Winter Adventure in the Yukon
- Duration: 5 days (approx.)
- Cost: From $1,625.85 per person
2. Christmas Magic In Old Quebec – Rating: 5/5 on Viator
A walking tour of Old Quebec, which transforms into a magical place during the holidays, is another fantastic way to enjoy the Canadian Christmas holidays. Led by a qualified guide, the tour offers visitors the opportunity to experience the highlights of the Christmas season, such as the German Christmas Market, the Fairmont Le Château Frontenac and the Basilica-Cathedral Notre-Dame de Quebec.
- Tour: Christmas Magic in Old Quebec
- Duration: 2 hours (approx.)
- Cost: From $28.79 per person
1. Snowshoe Through Vancouver’s Winter Wonderland – Rating: 5/5 on Viator
This exclusive winter wonderland in the mountains is the ideal place to enjoy the wintry scenery with friends or a significant other. It’s only 30 minutes from downtown Vancouver. This place is easy for even beginners to walk. The hassle-free travel is ensured by the tour package, which includes water, hot beverages, a guide, pick-up and drop-off services, and all required equipment.
- Tour: Snowshoe Through Vancouver’s Winter Wonderland
- Duration: 4 to 5 hours (approx.)
- Cost: From $72.92 per person
- Inclusions: All taxes, fees and handling charges, bottled water, tea/cocoa/coffee, cookies, all activities, local guide, hotel pickup and drop-off (Vancouver downtown only)