10 Best Tour operators in Canada

An Unforgettable Adventure Cycling Across Costa Rica
We started our bike ride across Costa Rica with an add-on of a two-day white-water rafting trip on the Pacuare River. The rafting, food and overnight at the secluded Pacuare River Campsite with just the sounds of the birds, cicadas and howler monkeys was an unforgettable experience. Highly recommend.
After the rafting we started our cycling journey across Costa Rica. It was nothing short of spectacular. The routes chosen were a perfect mix of gravel and dirt roads. Many of the routes we followed took us off the beaten track which allowed us to truly appreciate the natural beauty of Costa Rica. Each day brought a new adventure, from biking along the ocean, to crossing rivers in small boats, to biking along quiet country roads and paths and of course, climbing hills. Every day brought a different challenge, and a wonderful sense of achievement at the end.
The logistics were handled seamlessly from start to finish - from the initial planning and logistics by Meghan and Trish to the accommodations, snacks and meals (some of the meals cooked by our amazing guide, Christopher). Christopher was an excellent guide – he was very knowledgeable and encouraging and was able to move quickly to a plan “b” if necessary.
I cannot recommend BikeHike and the Costa Rica Cycle Challenge enough to anyone looking for an adventure that combines physical challenge with the opportunity to connect with nature and some of the less travelled parts of Costa Rica.

Our football team recently had the pleasure of going on a weekend ski/snowboard tour to Sun Peaks, led by the exceptional guide, Paul, from "Into the Wild." The entire experience was nothing short of incredible, and I feel compelled to share my positive experience with others.

From the outset, Paul showcased an unparalleled level of knowledge and professionalism throughout the tour. His expertise in guiding us through the ski tour, along with his attention to detail, made the entire trip seamless and enjoyable.

What truly sets "Into the Wild" apart is not just their ability to check all the boxes on paper for their professional competence, but the personal touches and geniune passion that they bring to the experience. It's evident that they go above and beyond to ensure every participant has an amazing time.

If you're seeking an adventure with a touch of excellence, knowledge, and passion, look no further than Into the Wild. They've truly set the bar high, and I can't recommend them enough.

Thank you Into the Wild for an unforgettable weekend!

My wife and I are avid cyclists and have done over 25 trips across Europe, North America and Chile. We did our first trip with Randonnee (Great Explorations sister company for self guided trips) many years ago, and most recently did their Classic group trip in Turkey. We are hooked ! Their attention to detail, amazing routes, great accommodation and unrelenting focus on customer satisfaction is outstanding. What fabulous experiences, excellent value and great people ! We can’t recommend them more highly, and have already reserved our trips for 2024 😀.

OH MY! I wanted to travel and bike to a totally foreign culture where religion, people, food, livelihood, and geography would expand my perspectives on the world and the Great Explorations biking trip to Morocco delivered BIG TIME! The biggest souvenir was the people - in the midst of the aftermath of an earthquake ALL of the people were kind, friendly, welcoming, inclusive and SO grateful that we came on our adventure (so many are dependent on tourism). I now know SO MUCH about Islam (Sunni and Shiites), North African and Moroccan history, and how there are many ways to make a living and connect with others in this world, all while biking the backroads of Moroccan deserts, mountains, high plateaus and coasts. It wouldn't have happened without the amazing work of our guides to connect us with knowledgable and stellar guides (history, culinary, Berber lunch...). Also, the attention the guides paid to our comfort and fit on our rented bicycles was constant and paid off.
And our guide performed magic card tricks! Did I mention that I so wanted to learn how to play Moroccan castannettes - and they got me a personalized lesson! It took me a while to get used to the A+ accommodations but I survived all of the tea, gourmet cuisine and swimming pools without too much guilt. Next bike trip - I'm going with Great Explorations.
Thank You. Molly

This bike tour was outstanding. Jeremy was our tour guide and he was awesome. Easy pace through the west end, and Shoreline and Stanley Park. Jeremy was a wealth of knowledge and very fun and entertaining. What a way to see the city!

The sky wheel was absolutely beautiful. Highly recommend going at night if you can. You will be able to catch the fireworks over Niagara falls as well as the night light up of the falls in the changing of the color. It's also a great opportunity to view Niagara falls from all angles and you get a couple of go around so we really enjoyed it.

My wife & I visited B.C from Ireland for 3 weeks in July’23. Paul, from ‘IntotheWild’ arranged a bespoke 5 day, self-guided, bike-packing trip on Vancouver Island, followed by a road trip (via rental car) through the Rockies to Calgary. This was a bucket list holiday and no stone was left unturned to ensure we had a fantastic trip. He supplied us top of the range Norco gravel bikes, bike bags & essential kit for the Vancouver Island trip. We kept these gravel bikes to the end of the road trip. The overall planning, expert advice (& encouragement), daily bike routings, variety of accommodation (Hotels, B&B’s, Hiker Huts etc.), recommendations for eateries & bars, hikes & trail rides were faultless. Throughout, Paul stayed in touch, ensuring all was well and we had a blast ! Paul’s enthusiasm and shared excitement for our adventure was infectious and this trip (and Paul) will live long in our memory. Gearoid & Mary

Did a fantastic shore tour, fun energetic host with lots of interesting things to teach as you experience it first hand.

This was a tailor made trip as I had only less than week to spend in Alaska. Nevertheless, the choice of itinerary was perfect as well as the associated activities. It allowed me to see almost all things expected to be seen in Alaska.

My husband and I had a fantastic hike with Ian, the owner! We booked the green gardens hike, something not too challenging but still beautiful views along the coast, and really enjoyed it! Ian was extremely knowledgeable about the park and area and we loved chatting with him. Not to mention the provided lunch was delicious!

You should try it

Brought some friends visiting from Spain on a Thursday evening. We got our tickets and seats really quickly. Admission was $17 per adult. I would say the ride lasted about 12-15 minutes. We got 4 full rotations, so there were lots of opportunities to take photos. The last 2 rotations went slowly as they let off other passengers. We got a great view of Clifton Hill and the dinosaur mini putt lit up at night. The view of the falls lit up is much better than in my photos.

We loved our bike tour with Jeremy. Super knowledgeable of Vancouver and I appreciated that he discussed the beauty of the area and also talked frankly about the challenges facing the city. The pace of the ride was terrific and he gave us ample opportunities to take photos and ask questions. Bravo ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Just got back from a 5 day bike trip thru the Okanagan Valley. 250km over 5 days and I'm not a cyclist. We cycled on mountains, tunnels, thru wineries oh my!There were 9 of us in total plus Paul, the tour operator. We ranged in age from our mid 40's to mid 60's. I loved this trip. The people were great. The atmosphere was great. Paul was a great leader. Generous. Easy to get along with. We had alot of laughs. My wife and I are planning to do another trip with Paul next year! Maybe Victoria Island!

Excellent, wonderful, unforgettable trip!!! If you are looking to have a fantastic time hiking in Newfoundland this is the company. Highly recommend the 7 day hiking trip, guides were amazing, itinerary was perfect and adjustable based on weather. Food outstanding and worth the upgrade to stay at beautiful Gros Morne Inn. Cannot say enough good things about Ian, Erika, Jacob and Brad. They all helped to make our trip outstanding. Thank you so very much.

Thank you Lisa Wigmore on a fantastic Alaska trip plan to Anchorage, Whittier, Homer, Denali National Park. We are back, very reluctantly. We are grateful and appreciative to you for the outstanding thinking, planning, and itinerary you prepared for us two couples. We had a great time on each leg of the journey via road, tunnel, scenic trains, event sites, beautiful views, and many more. You even took a live call from us immediately on a question a ranger had at a wild life park - and said "go to page 19 of the details and show to ranger" and you saved us US$80 - immediately.

We built good memories and took many photos which we forwarded to our relatives in India, Africa, Europe and throughout the US. And you are part of this memory.

We will be sure to reach out for future plans.

Patel and Gill family

3.5/5 I was really looking forward to riding the Niagara Sky Wheel as I had missed out on it during my previous visit to Niagara. It seemed like an iconic activity that shouldn't be missed. However, once I got on it, I realized how high it actually was. I didn't anticipate feeling a bit fearful of the heights, so if you have a fear of heights, I would advise against going on this ride. The first two rounds on the Sky Wheel were enjoyable and provided a nice ride. I felt like we got a good view of the surroundings. However, by the third round, it started to feel repetitive, and we already knew what to expect. It would have been more exciting if there was some tour guide narration during the ride experience. I must admit that the price of the ride was a little steep. If the ticket price were closer to $10 or even under $15, it would have felt like a better value for money. Nevertheless, I'm still glad I got the opportunity to ride it, considering it is such a staple activity in Niagara.

However, based on my experience, I don't think I would choose to ride the Sky Wheel again in the future. The initial excitement and novelty wore off quickly, and considering the price and lack of variation, I don't feel it's worth a repeat visit. Overall, if you haven't experienced it before, it might be worth a try, but don't expect to be blown away

The trip put together by Lisa exceeded all our expectations. With limited time and not wanting to be part of a tour group, the itinerary was perfect.
Their use of " first class " suppliers made for reliable and comfortable transportation, adventures and accommodation.
We can't recommend these folks highly enough.

This has got to be one of the best tours I’ve taken! It was so much fun, I felt like I was out on a bike ride with a really good friend who just happens to know a lot of interesting facts about Vancouver. We ride all over Vancouver and Jeremy was super knowledgeable, and he kind of tailored the ride to me since I had already seen some of the places in the tour…we visited places I know I had never heard about, much less would have found on my own, and best of all it was all by bike (which by the way was a really good bike). It really was a was a wonderful experience, and next time I’m in town I’ll be sure to take it again!

We went to The Galapagos and Easter Island with Bike Hike Adventures. These were two legs of one very magical trip.

In Ecuador we had the pleasure of touring with Jörgen. He knew everything, from how to get us through the airport checkpoints as quickly as possible to the tours that allowed us to get up close and personal with the wildlife and the locals. (Jörgen introduced us to an adorable couple in Santa Cruz who runs a neighborhood store, which was one of the many highlights of our trip.)

Josie was our guide in Rapa Nui (Easter Island). Not only did she know all the spots to visit, but she knew how to time it so we didn’t get lost in a crowd.

All in all, we had a wonderful time and it was all thanks to the Bike Hike Adventures crew.

Great Explorations is excellent at considering all details when planning guided trips; to ensure the very best experience for their customers! We cycled through Slovenia into Italy and LOVED it. Our guide was absolutely the best, the bikes were in very good condition, the places we stayed were wonderful, and the scenery was breathtaking. We highly recommend!

We’ve been on several trips with BikeHike including Ecuador, Galápagos Islands, Chile and Bolivia. We just recently completed a trip through Argentina that they custom built for us (see photos). It was an amazing trip! We were so impressed with how every detail was taken care of. We didn’t run into a single glitch, which is impressive in the times of COVID. We’ve always found BikeHike to be incredibly responsive and they adjust itineraries to match our desires. We look forward to booking more established and custom trips with them in the future!

We just had such a wonderful experience cycling the Camino de Santiago!! This was more then a cycling trip, it was a pilgrimage that was restorative. The people, food, accommodation, Spain - all of it was more then we had hoped for and we were hoping high. So many stories and memories that will be ours for a very long time.

My mom and I had the best week with Tour Gros Morne! The staff were fantastic, so knowledgeable and passionate! Ian, the owner was very accommodating and adjusted our schedule to best fit the weather while we were there- Late August. Tour gros morne was always right on time and super prepared for the day (guides brought extra water bottles and hiking poles for us). We stayed 4 nights and did the gros morne mountain and lookout trails and really enjoyed both hikes! The views were insane and our guides (Tara, Noah and Emily) really elevated our experience! We stayed in the cutest cabin right on the ocean and walked across the road to breakfast each day. Tour gros morne took care of all our meals which was so helpful after a long day of hiking! Our lunches were unreal, they were super yummy (the best homemade cookies, sandwiches, and granola bars!) and really filled you up for the rest of the hike! Gros morne is absolutely beautiful and Tour Gros Morne really made our trip so fun and special! Cannot recommend enough!!

My wife and I spent the day in St Andrews lead by one of my most knowledgeable and enthusiastic tour guides we have ever met. Genny's passion for her job is unbelievable and she taught so many new and wonderful facts about the history of St Andrews and its marine life. This short 2 hour excursion flew by way too quickly. We recommend her guided tour for anyone new to St Andrews, and even to anyone who has been there before. Such a great experience.

Jenny is a Marine Biologist and the perfect guide for this beach walk and off road Jeep tour. It was fun, fun, fun! She is like a kid on the beach with much knowledge and enthusiasm. Highly recommend.

This is a very small climbing gym. Not all routes are well set. Good for kids or a quick climb. Relaxed vibe. Same price or more as big nice climbing gyms, so doesn't seem like good value for money for a drop in. Maybe a better deal if you're a member.

These guys are super proffesional and maintain good sense of humor. They go above and beyond. The young guy with the curly hair helped us when we locked our keys in the car and took the time to find us the tools we needed to get unlocked. Highly recommend, great service.

Great little spot for climbing in Peterborough! Staff are very friendly. The top roping walls aren't too tall, and the small bouldering area can feel crowded sometimes. Bouldering ratings feel pretty true to grade, however the top roping routes are graded a littler easier than some other gyms. Overall a great little gym!

We have used Randonnee Tours for six self-guided bike tours in four different European countries over the last 10 years. We have been very pleased with their materials, bikes, and support. Their online information has always matched our experience (no surprises). Overall we have had wonderful trips with Randonnee.

We did our first self guided hike with Randonnee Tours in 1997 and, since then, we have taken Randonnee's walking tours in Italy, France, Nova Scotia, the Czech Republic and, most recently, Spain. On these tours, we have stayed in interesting and charming towns, many of which are not on the normal tourist route. Randonnee's hotel choices consistently have offered us great locations, lovely accommodations and helpful services. The hikes have taken us through farmland, along coastlines, into forests and past castles, villas and towns.

We just completed the 8 day hike in Catalonia. This tour gave us everything we have liked about past Randonnee trips in terms of locations, accommodations and hikes. The coastal scenery was breathtaking - as good as or better than Cinque Terra and without the crowds. Every one of our hotels was outstanding - we enjoyed beautiful, spacious rooms with great views, generous and varied breakfasts and wonderful hospitality. The food throughout Catalonia was some of the best we've ever eaten - we found great restaurants everywhere and the hotel restaurants were especially good. Our visit to Salvador Dali's house near Cadaques was a real highlight. This trip definitely ranks as one of our favorites.

Overall, we feel Randonnee's tours are a good value and have allowed us to visit many places which we would not have found on our own. We are already looking ahead to next year's trip.