CANADA
recreating outdoor adventure

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.

Highlights along the Trans Canada Trail

A full day of adventure awaits on the trail

Taste Your Way Through Canada Follow the Menu Clues

Imagine yourself here. Gros Morne National Park.

Gros Morne Adventure Hike Newfoundland's Coast

King's Road Bicycle Route

Top Adventures

What Others Say

East Coast Trail - End to End

We enjoyed our trip so much. The three places where we stayed were so helpful and inviting. The food was delicious in all three places where we stayed.

Cathleen AllenQLD, Australia
3 Aug 2025

Prince Edward Island By Bike

Our family bike trip across Prince Edward Island was great fun. The directions from destination to destination were very clear, and all the places we stayed were lovely with delicious breakfasts.

Carol SaloChampaign, Illinois, United States
26 Jun 2025

Prince Edward Island By Bike

Our tour of Prince Edward Island was well organized by Great Canadian Trails. The accommodations and transfer service were all top notch. Trevor at Great Canadian Trails organized our private group of eight riders and was available to answer questions from anyone in the group.

Richard LachanceON, Canada
12 Sep 2025

Blueberry Bicycle Route

Great bike trip. Well organized. The local providers were terrific... friendly, helped out above and beyond the call of duty.

David TicknerAbbotsford, British Columbia, Canada
8 Jul 2025

Le Ptit Train Du Nord

The Petit train du nord is a excellent choice for a relaxing bike ride in the country.

Vicki HagenQC, Canada
8 Oct 2025

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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.