Canada’s second largest province is over one million square miles stretching from the Great Lakes to the frozen shores of Hudson Bay. Much of the north is relatively inaccessible and sparsely populated, in contrast to the south with its fertile lands, home to Toronto and the famous Niagara Falls. Bordered by New York, Michigan and Minnesota, Ontario has 14 border entry points.
The Great Lakes region comprises sleepy little farming towns, island-studded bays and stunning wilderness areas. Lake country is the destination for city folk in the summer as they head out to their country cottages. Wasaga Beach is the world’s longest freshwater beach with 8.7 miles of gorgeous white sand fringing beautiful Georgian Bay.
The lakeside towns of Sudbury and Sault Ste Marie provide gateways into northern Ontario, a vast wilderness region of lakes and forests, where highlights include the world’s largest game preserve at Chapleau, and Manitoulin Island, the world’s largest freshwater island.
No two explorers are the same, so you have the freedom to craft your experience exactly how you want.
Trip ideas
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Trans Canada Rail Adventure
Canada Independent RailTake an unforgettable rail journey across Canada from the Atlantic to the Pacific.
From £6285 Excluding Flights
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Northwest Passage
Arctic Small Ship CruiseFollow in Franklin and Amundsen's footsteps exploring these legendary waters.
From £12650 Excluding Flights
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Best of the East
Canada Self DriveUncover Quebec and Ontario's culture and nature on this well-paced self drive.
From £2151 Excluding Flights
Other Canada regions
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Alberta
Neighbouring British Columbia, Alberta’s western boundary runs through the spectacular Rocky Mountains. With some of the most stunning alpine landscapes within the country, this diverse province also boasts sweeping prairies, rolling farmland, lush forests and beautiful lakes.
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British Columbia
From the rugged Pacific coastline to soaring mountain peaks, via rainforests, lakes and vineyards; British Columbia’s scenic splendour provides the perfect backdrop for a Canadian adventure.
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Manitoba
Located in central Canada, along with Saskatchewan, Manitoba's landscapes are diverse - from the prairie grasslands in the south and west to the east's countless lakes and forests, with a wild north stretching into sub-Arctic tundra.
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Newfoundland and Labrador
Newfoundland and Labrador make up Canada’s most easterly province, best known for its rugged landscapes, icebergs and abundant marine wildlife. The region also boasts a colourful past influenced by marauding Vikings, indigenous Beothuck Indians, Basque whalers and a strong dose of Irish settlers.
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Quebec
French-speaking Québec is a vast province renowned for its thriving culture, cuisine and entertainment. Venture into thick forests for the chance to see black bears and moose, while the mighty St Lawrence River offers exceptional whale watching.
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The Maritimes
Coastal charm exudes from the provinces of Nova Scotia, New Brunswick and Prince Edward Island that comprise the Maritimes in eastern Canada. Picture perfect villages, a wealth of nautical history, rugged coastal scenery and rolling landscapes make this a very popular region for visitors.
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Yukon and the Northwest Territories
The Yukon and the Northwest Territories form Canada's wild frontier, with rugged landscapes, immense wilderness and a colourful history of Inuits, traders and gold prospectors.
