20th November, 2019

Canada's Got Snow Covered - Six Canada Winter Packages

A roundup of six holiday packages that showcasse different ways of experiencing Snow Covered Canada:

CANADA WINTER CROSSING - TORONTO TO VANCOUVER

When the green pastures and warm days of summer give way to a blanket of snow and crisp winter nights, Canada comes alive with  ski slopes, outdoor skating rinks and winter festival. See the winter side of Canada on this cross country rail tour from Toronto to the Rocky Mountain town of Jasper, before finishng in the coastal ciy of Vancouver. The package includes International flights, 13 nights  accommodation, Via Rail on the Canadian from Toronto to Jasper in Sleeper Class in a berth, Via Rail from Jasper  to Vancouver in Sleeper Class in  a berth, full board on Via Rail, Full day trip to Niagara Falls and a Maligne Canyon Walk in Jasper.

Bookable through: www.canadianaffair.com/holidays/canada/winter-holidays/winter-in-the-east/canada

FOOTSTEPS OF THE PIONEERS/LOG CABIN ADVENTURE - ONTARIO

This 3 day trip offers a sample of winter adventures including dog sledding, backgcountry skiing and snowshoeing. While Algonquin  National Park is Canada's most popular canoe trip destination, few people have experienced the stunning beauty of the park in winter. These popular log cabin winter breaks are great for a couple or a group of friends, and no experience is necessary.

Frozen lakes, waist deep snow, wildlife tracks, the howl of a wolf and the crisp clear air are just a few of the delights of a winter expereinence. Mushing your own team of huskies or cross country skiiing in the silence of the Almaquin trail is sure to keep you on your toes. The Algonquin lodge offers comfort after an energetic day on snowshoes. Enjoy a wood fired sauna, shower and then sip a hot drink in front of the stone fireplace. These three day experiences feature comfortable lodge accommodation at the Algonquin Log Cabin Lodge, located near the South River entrance to Algonquin Park.

Bookable through : www.frontier-canada.co.uk/holiday/footsteps-of-the-pioneers-winter-log-cabin-adventure

WINTER FUN IN THE CANADIAN ROCKIES - ALBERTA

Do as the Canadians do , embrace and enjoy the snow and have some fun in the snow in the Canadian Rockies. On your winter holiday in Canada, take a horse drawn sleigh, drive a team of dogs, don a pair of snowshoes or relax in a hot tub surrounded by beautiful mountains and lots of fluffy dry snow. Drive from the cowboy city of Calgary to enjoy the splendour of the winter in the National Parks.

Spend a few days exploring Kananaskis, Banff and Lake Louise, maybe taking in a hockey game and if you're lucky maybe seeing the Aurora Borealis. (on taking an extension to this trip to Northern Alberta)

Bookable through: www.frontier-canada.co.uk/holiday/alberta-fly-drive-winter-fun-in-the-canadian-rockies

CALL OF THE WINTER WILD - WILDERNESS, MOOSE, WOLVES AND NATURE AT PYNA-TEE-AH LODGE - BRITISH COLUMBIA

The solitude, peace and beauty in this mountain wilderness fills your senses as you interact with nature and wildlife during this 4 to 6 night trip. Learn about wildlife behaviour, habitat and their amazing adaptability to the often harsh conditions of the Canadian winter. As the snow deepens in the high country the animals move to wintering grounds in lower elevations and valley dips. The viewing area is an amazing wild wintering ground for Moose. Come to understand the relationship between wolves and moose in Canada's North Country. Animals you can see in this winter wonderland include timber wolves, moose, mountain caribou, deer, lynx, cougar, mule deer as well as members of the weasel family: marten, fisher, mink, otter, ermine and perhaps a glimpse of the shy and reclusive wolverine.

Bookable through : https://frontier-canada.co.uk/holiday/call-of-the-winter-wild-wilderness-moose-wolves-nature-at-pyna-tee-ah-lodge/#overview

NORTHERN LIGHTS OF THE YUKON - YUKON

Whitehorse and the stunning surrounding wilderness are only a two and a half hour flight from Vancouver but offer one of the best vantage points to witness the aurora borealis light up the night sky. In the winter months the fairy tale winter scenes add an extra sprinkling of magic to your trip. This three day trip based in Whitehorse includes taking in some gold rush history , and additional day time activities like dog sledding whilst spending your evenings from the base of a warm cabin or walled tent to capture photographs (with photography tips from your guide) of the Northern Lights

Bookable through : www.trailfinders.com/tours/canada-and-alaska/northern-canada/tour-northern-light

CITIES AND WINTER WILDERNESS - ONTARIO/QUEBEC

Celebrate Canada's captivating winter season on this magical journey encompassing festival fun, enchanting cities and winter adventures. 

Staying in the worlds largest log cabin at Fairmont Chateau Montebello where you can be as active or relaxed as you wish. Take to the frozen lake for ice skating or ice fishing or glide across the snow on a sleigh ride or dog sled. Then head to Mont Tremblant stopping on route via a traditional sugar shack to try delicious maple syrup before a helicopter flight seeing tour over Mont Tremblant – or hit the slopes that evening for some skiing or an evening of tubing. On to Sacacomie Lodge and then to Quebec City – a fairy tale scene of charming cobblestones streets and snow covered gable roofs before checking in to Hotel de Glace , the Ice Hotel celebrating its 20th year in 2020. If you time your stay with the Winter Carnaval in February you can spend your evening back in Quebec City enjoying the festivities before heading to Montreal to discover beautiful Old Montreal and visiting the Mount Royal Park to Snowshoe, skate, and watch the snowflakes sparkle against the city skyline.

Bookable through: www.trailfinders.com/tours/canada-and-alaska-ontario-tour-carnival-cities-and-wilderness

For more information on Winter Travel to Canada please contact Ms. Nim Singh, Destination Canada, 0207 389 9983 singh.nim@destinationcanada.com (Not for publication)