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Great Canadian Trails (GCT) specializes in active holidays in Canada. Offering a vast selection of innovative hiking and cycling adventures from coast to coast to coast, our itineraries draw upon some of the country’s most inspiring landscapes, incredible networks of trails, and stunning national parks. With both guided and supported self-guided options available, GCT is committed to providing a unique Canadian experience for those who value quality and exclusivity in their trips.

Backpacker enjoying the classic Western Brook views

Canadian UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Wooden Trestle Bridges of the Kettle Valley rail trail near Kelowna, BC

Kettle Valley Rail Trail Self-Guided Cycling Trip

Learn about Nova Scotia's seafaring history in Lunenburg

Nova Scotia Rum Runners Trail by Bike

Vineyards line your route through the Niagara region

Niagara Wines and Waterfront Trails

Top Adventures

What Others Say

Gros Morne Adventure

Excellent experience. Well organized, small groups, excellent food and most importantly staff at all levels were fantastic, welcoming and attentive

Lou-Anne PeroffOntario
1 Aug 2024

Le Ptit Train Du Nord

We found the accommodations to be great on our Petit Train du Nord cycle trip. My rented e-bike was a lovely bike. Luggage transport was always efficient and timely. The women at the St Jerome station were lovely to deal with and knowledgeable.

Sue WoodwardBC
27 Sep 2023

East Coast Trail - End to End

I loved the East Coast Trail in Newfoundland, Both wild and graced with wonderful places to stay. The staff at Great Canadien Trails were excellent and accessible from my first contact to the end. Thank you

martha WhitneyVT
22 Jun 2023

Le Ptit Train Du Nord

Excellent organization during our trip on P'tit Train du Nord. Each to each out our coordinators to resolve any issues.

Tim JoganichPA
7 Aug 2024

East Coast Trail - End to End

This trip is put together to run seamlessly from beginning to end. Couldn’t have been happier with the accommodations, food, trails, Roadbook for Discovery App for navigation and maps, Garmin, shuttles, weather and the grand finale of the added puffin/whale tour to Gull Island!

Florence ReimerAB
25 Jun 2024

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Why Travel with Great Canadian Trails

Our Expertise

Everyone who works with us, from our office staff, ground staff and guides is the ‘’real deal’’. Our team is comprised of actual hikers and cyclists who have explored or live in the region in which you will be travelling. Our entire network is highly-specialised in active travel.

Great Value

Quality services at the best price make our adventures great value for money. Having essential items included like National Park fees, charming accommodations, most meals, bikes for cycling trips, maps and support for peace of mind. Our inclusions allow you to better budget for your big adventure.

Innovative Itineraries

We look beyond the horizon to find new and exciting adventures. We’re passionate about shaping the next generation of outdoor travel in Canada, and constantly seek different ways, routes and alternatives to exceed our clients’ dreams.

ECO Friendly

We are committed to responsible travel and true sustainability, formed when the company was established, and in the face of a multitude of threats to the environment, our commitment is stronger than ever. We aim to "leave no trace" in both an environmental and cultural sense.

Great Canadian Trails acknowledges that our office, located in Ottawa, is on the traditional and unceded territory of the Algonquin Anishinaabeg people. We further acknowledge the relationship that the First Nations, Inuit and Métis across Canada have with the land all Canadians live on and enjoy.