Explore the vibrant colours of Canada

In Canada, we’re so glad to live in a world where there are Octobers (at least Canadian author L.M Montgomery thought this was the case). The enchanting dapples of red and golden light under beech, birch, maple and poplar trees make Fall a magical time to visit Canada. The air is getting just a little cooler the nights more crisp. This transitional time is just right, the summer crowds are ebbing away and you get to catch Canada in its finest golden hours. We can personalize your Canadian vacation to suit you.

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Why you should visit Canada in the fall

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Timed for fall

See brilliant shades of orange, red and yellow contrasted against cobalt lakes and craggy mountains. September is one of our favorite months to travel, we recommend booking early.

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Summer crowds fall away

Fewer crowds and a more laid-back atmosphere await those who visit after the summer rush has calmed down.

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A blaze of colour highlights your trip

We think the amazing colors of fall is the perfect companion on an iconic train journey in the Rockies or across Canada.

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Quebec gets even more romantic

It’s a cozy and romantic time for a visit to Quebec City. Let the red and orange leaves fall around you as you stroll cobblestone streets and bask in old-world European charm.

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Enjoy the taste of the harvest

Enjoy the bounty of the harvest season at orchards, vineyards and farms across the country — and in your on board meals.

Hikers in the autumn trees in Larch Valley at Sentinel Pass in Banff National Park

Crisp air on a woodland walk

Take in the sights of golden aspens in the fresh autumn sunlight as you explore the Rockies.

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Canada in Vivid Colour: The Five Best Places to See Fall Foliage

Nature puts on one of its most artistic displays as temperatures begin to drop during the fall in Canada: from coast to coast, trees make their seasonal transition from subtle shades of green to vivid hues of yellow, orange, red and gold.

This striking fall foliage, which paints the landscapes in rich jewel tones, is one of the many reasons to plan your trip to Canada in the fall.

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