55 days in Europe, United States & Canada Itinerary
Created using Klarna Trips trip itinerary planner
Start: Barga, Italy
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Rome, Italy
— 6 nights
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Ostrava, Czech Republic
— 1 night
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Munich, Germany
— 5 nights
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Zurich, Switzerland
— 4 nights
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Neuchatel, Switzerland
— 4 nights
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Sion, Switzerland
— 1 night
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Auxerre, France
— 2 nights
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Brussels, Belgium
— 6 nights
Fly to McCarran International Airport, Drive to Henderson
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Henderson, United States
— 2 nights
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Mesa, United States
— 4 nights
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Minneapolis, United States
— 3 nights
Fly to Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport, Drive to Gatineau
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Gatineau, Canada
— 3 nights
Drive to Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport, Fly to Madrid
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Madrid, Spain
— 5 nights
Fly to Nice, Shuttle to Monte-Carlo
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Monte-Carlo, Monaco
— 1 night
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Genoa, Italy
— 4 nights
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Milan, Italy
— 3 nights
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End: Barga, Italy
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Rome, Italy — 6 nights
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Eternal City
Aptly nicknamed the Eternal City, Rome is the birthplace of the Roman Empire, one of the world's greatest civilizations ever.Deepen your sense of the past at sights like Colosseum and Piazza Navona. Museum-lovers will get to explore Vatican Museums and Musei Capitolini. Get out of town with these interesting Rome side-trips: Tivoli (Villa Adriana & Villa d'Este). There's lots more to do: contemplate the long history of St. Peter's Basilica, explore the ancient world of Palatine Hill, don't miss a visit to Cupola di San Pietro, and admire the landmark architecture of Pantheon.
To see photos, other places to visit, reviews, and tourist information, use the Rome road trip planning app.
Barga to Rome is an approximately 4.5-hour car ride. You can also drive. When traveling from Barga in June, plan for somewhat warmer days in Rome, with highs around 34°C, while nights are about the same with lows around 21°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 7th (Mon) to allow enough time to drive to Ostrava.
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Ostrava, Czech Republic — 1 night
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Ostrava is a city in the north-east of the Czech Republic and is the capital of the Moravian-Silesian Region. Start off your visit on the 8th (Tue): look for all kinds of wild species at Polanecka niva and then see the interesting displays at Landek Park Mining Museum.
To see reviews, more things to do, other places to visit, and more tourist information, refer to the Ostrava day trip planning website.
The Route module can help you plan travel from Rome to Ostrava. Expect slightly colder temperatures when traveling from Rome in June; daily highs in Ostrava reach 26°C and lows reach 13°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 8th (Tue) to allow enough time to drive to Munich.
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To see reviews, more things to do, other places to visit, and more tourist information, refer to the Ostrava day trip planning website.
The Route module can help you plan travel from Rome to Ostrava. Expect slightly colder temperatures when traveling from Rome in June; daily highs in Ostrava reach 26°C and lows reach 13°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 8th (Tue) to allow enough time to drive to Munich.
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Munich, Germany — 5 nights
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Village of a Million People
Often described as the city of laptops and lederhosen, Munich is an international center of business, engineering, research, and medicine that still maintains a rich cultural heritage and age-old traditions.Appreciate the collections at Munich Residenz and Deutsches Museum. Do some cultural sightseeing at Nymphenburg Palace and Schloss Neuschwanstein. Explore Munich's surroundings by going to Maria Himmelfahrt (in Weilheim), Schloss Hohenschwangau (in Hohenschwangau) and Kirche St. Georg (in Schwangau). The adventure continues: admire the masterpieces at Alte Pinakothek, take in the spiritual surroundings of Asamkirche, contemplate the waterfront views at English Garden, and see the interesting displays at BMW Welt.
For where to stay, other places to visit, traveler tips, and other tourist information, you can read our Munich trip planner.
The Route module can help you plan travel from Ostrava to Munich. June in Munich sees daily highs of 26°C and lows of 13°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 13th (Sun) so you can catch the flight to Zurich.
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Zurich, Switzerland — 4 nights
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Big Small Town
The financial hub of Switzerland, Zurich is most often associated with money and banks.Jesuitenkirche and Haus zum Rech will appeal to history buffs. Do some cultural sightseeing at Old Town and Verkehrshaus der Schweiz. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Zurich: Mt Pilatus (in Kriens) and Lucerne (Chapel Bridge, Lake Lucerne, &more). There's much more to do: contemplate the waterfront views at Lake Zurich, take an in-depth tour of Landesmuseum, stroll the grounds of Friedhof Fluntern, and admire the masterpieces at Museum of Art (Kunsthaus Zurich).
For where to stay, ratings, other places to visit, and more tourist information, use the Zurich visit planner.
You can fly from Munich to Zurich in 3 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a train. In June, daytime highs in Zurich are 27°C, while nighttime lows are 15°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 17th (Thu) early enough to go by car to Neuchatel.
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Neuchatel, Switzerland — 4 nights
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Neuchatel represents a compact university town in Western Switzerland.You'll explore and learn at Musee International d'Horlogerie and Museum d'histoire naturelle. Get some historical perspective at Cathedrale St-Nicolas and The Collegiale Church. Get out of town with these interesting Neuchatel side-trips: Creux du Van (in Gorgier), Camille Bloch - La Chocolaterie a croquer (in Courtelary) and Centre international de la Mecanique d'Art (in Sainte-Croix). Next up on the itinerary: examine the collection at Musee Baud, admire the masterpieces at Quartier General, Centre d'Art Contemporain, get to know the fascinating history of Chateau de Neuchatel, and appreciate the history behind Monument of the Republic.
For other places to visit, more things to do, and other tourist information, read Neuchatel online holiday maker.
You can drive from Zurich to Neuchatel in 2 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a train. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 21st (Mon) so you can go by car to Sion.
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La Chaux-de-Fonds, Creux du Van, Musee Baud, Ambra Minerals, Camille Bloch - La Chocolaterie a croquer
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Sion, Switzerland — 1 night
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Sion is the capital of the Swiss canton of Valais and of the district of Sion. Kick off your visit on the 22nd (Tue): admire the landmark architecture of House of Supersaxo, then explore the historical opulence of Chateau de Tourbillon, and then step into the grandiose world of Valere Basilica.
To find photos, maps, and tourist information, you can read our Sion day trip planning site.
Drive from Neuchatel to Sion in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or do a combination of train and bus. In June, plan for daily highs up to 31°C, and evening lows to 15°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 22nd (Tue) so you can drive to Auxerre.
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To find photos, maps, and tourist information, you can read our Sion day trip planning site.
Drive from Neuchatel to Sion in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or do a combination of train and bus. In June, plan for daily highs up to 31°C, and evening lows to 15°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 22nd (Tue) so you can drive to Auxerre.
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Auxerre, France — 2 nights
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Auxerre is the capital of the Yonne department and the fourth-largest city in Burgundy. Start off your visit on the 23rd (Wed): explore the historical opulence of Chateau Ancy-le Franc, examine the collection at Musee Zervos, then step into the grandiose world of Chateau de Bazoches, and finally pause for some serene contemplation at Eglise Saint-Hilaire. Keep things going the next day: pause for some serene contemplation at Abbaye Saint-Germain and then make a trip to Vieille Ville.
To see photos, maps, reviews, and tourist information, go to the Auxerre journey website.
The Route module can help you plan travel from Sion to Auxerre. Traveling from Sion in June, expect nights in Auxerre to be about the same, around 13°C, while days are a bit cooler, around 27°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 24th (Thu) early enough to go by car to Brussels.
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To see photos, maps, reviews, and tourist information, go to the Auxerre journey website.
The Route module can help you plan travel from Sion to Auxerre. Traveling from Sion in June, expect nights in Auxerre to be about the same, around 13°C, while days are a bit cooler, around 27°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 24th (Thu) early enough to go by car to Brussels.
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Brussels, Belgium — 6 nights
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Capital of Europe
The allure of the multi-cultural capital, Brussels, stems from its mix of political intrigue, artistic influence, historical significance, and a thriving social scene.Get some cultural insight at Historic Centre of Brugge and Musical Instruments Museum (MIM). Your inner history buff will appreciate Grand Place and St. Michael and St. Gudula Cathedral (Cathedrale St-Michel et Ste-Gudule). You'll find plenty of places to visit near Brussels: Ghent (Saint Bavo's Cathedral, Gravensteen, &more) and Bruges (Kantcentrum, Belfry of Bruges, &more). The adventure continues: see the interesting displays at Atomium, explore the historical opulence of Royal Palace of Brussels, admire the landmark architecture of Parc du Cinquantenaire, and buy something for everyone on your list at Les Galeries Royales Saint-Hubert.
To see traveler tips, where to stay, and more tourist information, you can read our Brussels trip itinerary website.
You can drive from Auxerre to Brussels in 5 hours. Another option is to drive. When traveling from Auxerre in June, plan for a bit cooler days in Brussels, with highs around 23°C, while nights are about the same with lows around 12°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 30th (Wed) to allow enough time to fly to Henderson.
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Henderson, United States — 2 nights
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Ranked the second safest city in the United States by Forbes magazine, Henderson is second only to Las Vegas among Nevada's largest cities.On the 1st (Thu), pause for some photo ops at Winged Figures of the Republic Statues, admire the engineering at Hoover Dam, then see the interesting displays at Boulder City/Hoover Dam Museum, then look for all kinds of wild species at Lake Mead National Recreation Area, and finally admire the masterpieces at Tom Devlin's Monster Museum. Here are some ideas for day two: cast your line with Lake Mead Fishing Guide Las Vegas Nevada - FishFinders Guide Service, get engrossed in the history at Clark County Heritage Museum, and then have fun at Green Valley Range.
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Use the Route module to find suitable travel options from Brussels to Henderson. Traveling from Brussels to Henderson, you'll gain 9 hours due to the time zone difference. Prepare for much warmer weather when traveling from Brussels in June: high temperatures in Henderson hover around 45°C and lows are around 26°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 2nd (Fri) early enough to fly to Mesa.
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Mesa, United States — 4 nights
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Mesa is a city in Maricopa County, in the U.S. state of Arizona. Visit St. Timothy Catholic Church and Goldfield Ghost Town for their historical value. Satisfy your inner culture vulture at Arizona Scenic Tours - Day Tours and Musical Instrument Museum. Get out of town with these interesting Mesa side-trips: Southwest Wildlife Conservation Center (in Scottsdale) and Boyce Thompson Arboretum (in Superior). There's more to do: admire the architecture and history at Feed My Starving Children and don't miss a visit to Organ Stop Pizza.
To see where to stay, maps, ratings, and other tourist information, go to the Mesa trip planner.
Fly from Henderson to Mesa in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of bus and tram. The time zone changes from Pacific Standard Time (PST) to Mountain Standard Time (MST), which is usually a 1 hour difference. In July, daily temperatures in Mesa can reach 46°C, while at night they dip to 33°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 6th (Tue) early enough to catch the flight to Minneapolis.
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To see where to stay, maps, ratings, and other tourist information, go to the Mesa trip planner.
Fly from Henderson to Mesa in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of bus and tram. The time zone changes from Pacific Standard Time (PST) to Mountain Standard Time (MST), which is usually a 1 hour difference. In July, daily temperatures in Mesa can reach 46°C, while at night they dip to 33°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 6th (Tue) early enough to catch the flight to Minneapolis.
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Minneapolis, United States — 3 nights
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The City of Lakes
Located on both banks of the Mississippi River, Minneapolis salutes the state's love of the outdoors with numerous lakes, wetlands, creeks, and waterfalls--many connected to one another by a national scenic byway great for sightseeing.Museum-lovers will appreciate Minneapolis Institute of Art and Mill City Museum. Visit Cathedral of Saint Paul and James J. Hill House for their historical value. Step out of Minneapolis to go to Marine on Saint Croix and see Marine General Store, which is approximately 46 minutes away. There's much more to do: surround yourself with nature on Stone Arch Bridge, look for all kinds of wild species at Springbrook Nature Center, admire the sheer force of Minnehaha Park, and stroll through Mill Ruins Park.
For other places to visit, photos, traveler tips, and more tourist information, refer to the Minneapolis tour planner.
Traveling by flight from Mesa to Minneapolis takes 5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of tram and bus. The time zone changes from Mountain Standard Time to Central Standard Time, which is usually a 1 hour difference. Traveling from Mesa in July, you will find days in Minneapolis are cooler (33°C), and nights are slightly colder (21°C). On the 9th (Fri), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can fly to Gatineau.
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Saint Paul, Marine General Store, Tamarack Nature Center, Springbrook Nature Center, Kordiak County Park
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Gatineau, Canada — 3 nights
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Facing off across the Ottawa River with the nation's capital, Gatineau represents a slice of French Canadian influence in the National Capital Region.On the 10th (Sat), get engrossed in the history at Canadian Museum of History, then surround yourself with nature on Bayou-Outaouais, then get engrossed in the history at Musee de l'Auberge Symmes / Symmes Inn Museum, and finally contemplate the long history of Mackenzie King Estate. On the 11th (Sun), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: stroll through Camp Fortune, then hike along Gatineau Park, then explore the engaging exhibits at Musée canadien des enfants, and finally don't miss a visit to Carbide Willson Ruins.
To see ratings, more things to do, where to stay, and tourist information, use the Gatineau trip planner.
The Route module can help you plan travel from Minneapolis to Gatineau. Due to the time zone difference, you'll lose 1 hour traveling from Minneapolis to Gatineau. Traveling from Minneapolis in July, plan for little chillier nights in Gatineau, with lows around 18°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 12th (Mon) early enough to fly to Madrid.
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Madrid, Spain — 5 nights
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Cultural Capital of Spain
Madrid is known for its cultural and artistic heritage, lively nightlife, and a dynamic culinary scene.Let the collections at Prado National Museum and Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofia capture your imagination. Royal Palace of Madrid and Catedral Primada will appeal to history buffs. Change things up with these side-trips from Madrid: Segovia (Catedral de Segovia, Alcazar of Segovia, &more), Kuna Iberica (in Navas del Rey) and Toledo (El Transito Synagogue and Sephardic Museum, Church of Santo Tomé, &more). Next up on the itinerary: stroll around Parque del Retiro, steep yourself in history at Plaza Mayor, see the interesting displays at Museo Nacional Thyssen-Bornemisza, and get a new perspective on things with PARAMAX Escuela de Buceo y Rescate.
For ratings, more things to do, other places to visit, and tourist information, read Madrid route website.
Use the Route module to find suitable travel options from Gatineau to Madrid. The time zone difference when traveling from Gatineau to Madrid is 6 hours. In July, Madrid is somewhat warmer than Gatineau - with highs of 40°C and lows of 23°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 17th (Sat) to allow time to travel to Monte-Carlo.
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Monte-Carlo, Monaco — 1 night
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Located at the base of the Alps along the French Riviera, the upscale city of Monte Carlo boasts a famous casino.Kick off your visit on the 18th (Sun): tour the pleasant surroundings at Oceanographic Museum of Monaco, then pause for some serene contemplation at Cathedrale Notre-Dame-Immaculee, then examine the collection at The Private Collection of Antique Cars of H.S.H. Prince Rainier III, and finally step into the grandiose world of Prince's Palace.
To see photos, more things to do, ratings, and more tourist information, use the Monte-Carlo trip builder.
You can do a combination of flight and shuttle from Madrid to Monte-Carlo in 6 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a train. When traveling from Madrid in July, plan for slightly colder days in Monte-Carlo, with highs around 32°C, while nights are about the same with lows around 25°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 18th (Sun) to allow enough time to drive to Genoa.
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Genoa, Italy — 4 nights
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Once the most important harbor in the Mediterranean Sea, Genoa has a long history as a rich and powerful trade center in northern Italy.Appreciate the collections at Museo Aviotruppe Esercito Italiano and Museo di Palazzo Reale. Get some historical perspective at Galleria Nazionale di Palazzo Spinola and Via Giuseppe Garibaldi. Get out of town with these interesting Genoa side-trips: Pisa (Battistero di San Giovanni, Duomo di Pisa, &more), Cinque Terre Trails (in Cinque Terre) and Manarola (Enjoy Cinqueterre Boat Tours & Chiesa di San Lorenzo). There's lots more to do: take an in-depth tour of Basilica di Santa Maria di Castello, get to know the fascinating history of Passeggiata Anita Garibaldi a Nervi, take a stroll through Boccadasse, and see the interesting displays at Galata Museo del Mare.
For reviews, maps, more things to do, and tourist information, read Genoa tour planning site.
Drive from Monte-Carlo to Genoa in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 32°C in July, and nighttime lows around 25°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 22nd (Thu) early enough to drive to Milan.
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Milan, Italy — 3 nights
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Fashion Capital of World
In many ways the most modern of Italian cities, Milan is a busy, elegant metropolis with an impressive list of grand palaces, fine churches, and important museums.Start off your visit on the 23rd (Fri): take an in-depth tour of Pinacoteca Ambrosiana, then contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Duomo di Milano, and then admire the masterpieces at Pinacoteca di Brera. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: appreciate the extensive heritage of Piazza del Duomo, then step into the grandiose world of Castello Sforzesco, then get engrossed in the history at Basilica di Sant'Ambrogio, and finally contemplate the long history of Il Cenacolo.
To find reviews, other places to visit, ratings, and other tourist information, read our Milan vacation planner.
Drive from Genoa to Milan in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. Traveling from Genoa in July, Milan is slightly colder at night with lows of 21°C. You will have some time to spend on the 25th (Sun) before leaving for home.
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United States travel guide
More than the country of car-packed streets seen in TV shows and movies, the United States of America is a complex and diverse home to over 300 million people living in a wide range of landscapes and climates. From its big-city skyscrapers to its sprawling natural parks, the country's ''melting pot'' combines many ethnic groups that share a strong sense of national identity despite their cultural differences. A country of road trips and big blue skies, the United States harbors orderly cities filled with restaurants, parks, museums, and innumerable sightseeing opportunities, as well as pristine natural areas perfect for a holiday in the great outdoors. To see as much as you can of this diverse land quickly, drive over some of the more than 6 million km (4 million mi) of highways leading through deserts, mountain peaks, fertile fields, and giant urban centers.
Canada travel guide
Most people remember their holiday in Canada by the country's great outdoors, yet this sprawling land of hulking mountains and rocky coastlines also boasts numerous modern cities, home to some of the world's finest dining, shopping, and entertainment options. Made for leisurely road trips, North America's biggest country features vast landscapes still unspoiled by mass tourism. A tour of Canada reveals a place packed with diverse cultures, living in tolerance and enjoying one of the highest standards of living in the world. If the vastness of those natural landscapes overwhelms you at any point during your Canada vacation, head to the openhearted cities of Vancouver, Toronto, or Montreal, ideal destinations for art lovers, history buffs, shopaholics, fashionistas, and impassioned foodies.
