Culture tours in Canada

Canada boasts of rich musical, literary, artistic, social, political and culinary culture. The cultural lineage of Canada has been greatly influenced by the British and the French culture and traditions. Over the years, the immigrants and the aboriginal people have been included in the mainstream culture of Canada. The present Canadian culture is a perfect blend of the country’s geography and

history. The Canadians are proud of their rich culture and keen to maintain their cultural identity. The distinctive culture found in Canada is great intangible asset of the country and deserves to be emulated by the others. To get a feel of the typical Canadian culture, visitors have flocked to this nation through years. Many culture tours in Canada are available to the visitors to choose from.

Cultural Festivals in Canada

A number of festivals and carnivals are the parts and parcels of Canadian culture. A few cultural festivals in Canada are listed below.

• Toronto Winterfest
• Harbourfront Centre
• Brockville Multicultural Festival
• Niagara Folk Arts Festival
• Celebrate Toronto Street Festival
• Canada Day Multicultural Festival and Parade
• Toronto International Festival Caravan
• Women’s Voice Festival
• Carabram
• Spring Fling
• Spring Focus on the Arts
• The World on the Street
• Festival 4-15, Ottawa Festival of the Arts for Young Audiences
• Festival of Friends
• The CKCU Ottawa Folk Festival
• Guelph Spring Festival
• Hillside Festival
• Northern Lights Festival Boreal
• Carnival of Cultures

Cultural Tours in Canada

Few culture tours in Canada are available on board for the tourists. These cultural tours are listed below.

Quebec City Attractions Passport

It covers major cultural attractions in Quebec City. The art museum in Quebec, the legislative assembly are included in this package. This tour is conducted throughout the year. The duration of this package is flexible. It falls under the category of sightseeing. The cost of this tour package is $19.95.

Old Montreal Ghost Walking

It covers the major cultural attractions in Montreal city. It includes traditional ghost walk. This traditional ghost walk is conducted is on Sunday, Tuesday, Wednesday and on Saturday. During the tour, you would be accompanied by animated ghosts. With knowledgeable guide you will get the chance to explore the Old Montreal City. The different places of historical importance in Old Montreal will transport you to a different world. This tour is conducted throughout the year. The duration of this package is one and half hour. It falls under the category of ghost/historical. The cost of this tour package is $16.7.

Tour in Newfoundland and Labrador

Newfoundland is an excellent place where you can get the taste of rich Canadian culture. Along with the great natural beauty, these two places are rich with history and replete with great culture. All the wonders of these two places have enticed the travelers across the globe through years. It is up to the visitors to explore the history and rich culture of Newfoundland and Labrador. Different touring options are available to the visitors to discover the cultural identity of these two places.

Last updated on 9/11/2010