Ontario Holidays

Toronto is Canada’s largest metropolitan area and the 5th largest in North America. A ‘Waterfront City’ that’s eminently walkable with a ‘green’ urban landscape easy to explore. So you’d better get started: from the top of the CN Tower to the Toronto Islands, discover world-class shopping, entertainment and nightlife in the cosmopolitan capital of Ontario.

Ottawa, Canada’s capital displays its British heritage proudly on Parliament Hill. Immerse yourself in a blend of French and English, take a journey through 300 years of Canada’s history at the Museum of Civilization, stroll among the boutiques and award winning restaurants of the ByWard Market or walk along the Rideau Canal, a designated UNESCO world Heritage site.

Ontario is Canada’s 2nd largest province and is 20% fresh water, hence its name meaning “sparkling or beautiful water”. All the lakes in the Province make up about one-third of the World’s fresh water! So head over first to Niagara Falls to marvel at one the Natural Wonders of the World.

Also easy to access is Algonquin Provincial Park, a mere 3 hours' drive from either Toronto or Ottawa, which means you could be shopping in the morning in a major city and paddling on a lake, totally immersed in nature before supper.

One of the other jewels in Ontario is Killarney Provincial Park. One of the best scenic drives will see you leaving from Toronto, going towards the tip of the Bruce Peninsula, take the ferry across to Manitoulin Island and then reach the mainland again to access Killarney, its white cliffs make it a totally different landscape to Algonquin.

Paddling or kayaking on one of the numerous lakes, renting a house boat to cruise the Rideau Canal and set off to discover Kingston, the St Lawrence River and the 1000 Islands region. These are some of the water-based activities available in Ontario. Add to that, the adrenaline rush of white water rafting on the Ottawa River or the Jet boats in the rapids leading to Niagara Falls. As for diving enthusiasts, they will get their share of shipwrecks either in the Kingston area or among the crystal clear water of Fathom Five National Marine Park near Tobermory.

Or just simply relax with a nice swim during the summer to cool off: Wasaga Beach is the longest freshwater beach in the world, or just do as the locals do and head to the Toronto Islands!

Take a “Walk in the Clouds” through treetops on the world’s longest canopy walkway at Halliburton Forest and Wildlife Reserve. Lace up your boots and trek the spectacular Bruce Trail along the Niagara Escarpment, Canada’s oldest footpath and a UNESCO designated Biosphere Region.

From a visit to Aboriginal Experiences on Victoria Island in downtown Ottawa to following the Great Spirit Circle Trail on Manitoulin Island, you will discover the spirit and culture of people who walked this land before recorded time.

A plethora of world class museums, art galleries and theatres combined with festivals and events year round await you on your Ontario trip. The summer season particularly is packed so check out what’s happening before you leave!

Whether you want to experience the incredible beauty of Ontario by rail or fly above it all, Ontario can offer you a whole array of train and aerial adventures. Time it with the autumn colours for a perfect experience.

Board the Dream Catcher Express, go on the Agawa Canyon Train tour or the Polar Bear Express, evocating names for unforgettable experiences. Or simply easily connect from Toronto to Ottawa with VIA Rail.

Get high above Ottawa on a hot air balloon or see the Niagara Falls on a helicopter tour. Also soar high over deep, clear waters and thousands of pine-clad islands on a float plane tour of Georgian Bay.