Hiking Utah’s red canyons, self-driving through Canada’s Rocky Mountains, hopping between Hawaii’s tropical islands… On a tailor-made holiday to North America with Audley, you’ll see the highlights — and much more — your way. We’ll design your ideal trip with you, paying close attention to your interests, your travel style and your budget. Our Canada and USA specialists know the countries inside out and can lead you to experiences you won’t find in a guidebook.
Venture into remote Alaskan wilderness to see grizzly bears catching salmon, or enter polar-bear territory in Churchill. See gushing waterfalls and sheer-sided rock formations in Yosemite National Park. Experience the whirlwind cities of Boston, LA and Toronto, exploring their food, architecture and history with local guides. Learn to lasso on a working cattle ranch in the USA’s Rockies.
Coastal villages and historic lighthouses in Canada’s Maritime provinces. Creole food, blues and jazz in America’s Deep South. A Route 66 road trip, or a cruise through Canada’s Northwest Passage… What excites you? Travel at your own pace, in your own style, with the confidence that we’ll show you the best options, wherever you go.
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Trip ideas in Canada & the USA
These itineraries will give you a starting point for what your trip could entail. They cover routes that we've found work particularly well and feature some of our favourite places to stay. Treat them just as inspiration, as each trip is created uniquely for you and there are many more options available.
Our expert guides to exploring Canada & the USA
Capturing our specialists’ extensive travel experience in Canada and the USA, these guides share inspiration, recommendations and our honest advice for how to enjoy the best of what the region can offer in the most authentic ways. From the wealth of options we describe, you can narrow down the choices and start to shape your own trip.
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Canada & Alaska rail journeys ![Riding the White Pass Railroad]()
Canada & Alaska rail journeys
Canada & Alaska rail journeys
The vast wilds of Canada and Alaska were tamed by rail, and even now the land is crossed by some of the world’s most iconic rail journeys. Here we showcase some of the best.
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Self-drive holidays in Canada ![Jasper National Park]()
Self-drive holidays in Canada
Self-drive holidays in Canada
Whether you choose a route circuiting western Canada’s renowned mountains, glaciers and lakes, or you’d rather go off-grid exploring the traditional fishing villages and coastal drives of the Maritimes, Canada’s well-maintained, easily navigable roads make it an excellent self-drive destination.
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Highlights of the Canadian Rockies ![Banff National Park]()
Highlights of the Canadian Rockies
Highlights of the Canadian Rockies
With glacier-fed lakes, thick pine forests and sharp, triangular mountains, the Canadian Rockies are a true wilderness area. Activities can include hiking, canoeing and visiting glaciers. Canada specialist Emily explains how you can make the most of your trip to the Rockies.
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Polar bear watching in Canada ![Polar bear, Churchill]()
Polar bear watching in Canada
Polar bear watching in Canada
Churchill in northern Canada is known as the polar bear capital of the world. Every year, hundreds of bears congregate around nearby Hudson Bay waiting for the water to ice over so they can hunt seals. Canada specialist Emily shares the best ways to see them.
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In the path of the grizzly: bear watching in Canada ![Grizzly, British Columbia]()
In the path of the grizzly: bear watching in Canada
In the path of the grizzly: bear watching in Canada
Canada is well-known for its wildlife, but the stars of the show are arguably its resident bears. These often solitary creatures can be difficult to find, but our Canada specialists can recommend intimate bear-watching experiences that allow you to see them in their natural habitat.
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Self-driving in western Canada ![Icefields Parkway, Jasper National Park]()
Self-driving in western Canada
Self-driving in western Canada
Canada specialists Kerry and Annie share their tried-and-tested self-drive routes in western Canada. You might want to follow a lesser-known loop through the Canadian Rockies, detouring to the Okanagan wine region. Or, take in British Columbia’s coastline and Vancouver Island.
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Wildlife holidays in Canada, Alaska & the Arctic ![Grizzly bears]()
Wildlife holidays in Canada, Alaska & the Arctic
Wildlife holidays in Canada, Alaska & the Arctic
We list here what we think are the most 'iconic' wildlife you can see in Canada, Alaska and the Arctic. We detail some interesting facts and figures about each type, plus of course, the best places and times to see them.
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Self-drive holidays in the United States ![Highway 163, Monument Valley]()
Self-drive holidays in the United States
Self-drive holidays in the United States
Pick the right fly-drive holiday in the USA for you with our travel guide that looks at some the best drives across America. You’ll find ideas for where to stop along your journey to enjoy this vast country’s national parks, cities, wildlife and history.
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What to do in Hawaii: our highlights guide ![Na Pali Coastline - Kauai, Hawaii]()
What to do in Hawaii: our highlights guide
What to do in Hawaii: our highlights guide
There’s more to Hawaii than just beaches, according to USA specialist Gillian. With six main islands to discover, you can spend your days exploring ever-changing volcanic landscapes, snorkelling with manta rays, taking a helicopter flight over cliffs, and soaking up the Polynesian culture.
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