Canada, Toronto
Based on 6 days, 5 nights flight tour for 25 passengers travelling July 2025. Subject to availability.
A city-based adventure with the “wow” factor!
Guiding or Scouting activity holidays to Toronto in Canada are a great option for youth groups wanting to embark on their first long haul tour. Full of cultural diversity and locals from here, there and everywhere, Toronto’s always got a welcoming, international vibe about it and as Canada’s largest city, it’s not short of things to see and do.
Ascend the CN Tower for spectacular views of the city, take the ferry to Toronto Island, step back in time at the Black Creek Pioneer Village or watch the local baseball team, the Blue Jays, play – there’s never a dull moment in the amazing city of Toronto! And if that’s not enough, then a trip to the magnificent Niagara Falls is simply the icing on the cake!
And when you choose Venture Abroad, you choose to take all the hassle out of it, as our experts help you plan your very own tailored itinerary from start to finish. Your trip, your way!
Our top tips for an adventure to Toronto
Visit
May Half Term, Summer, or October Half Term.
Stay
at the University.
Travel
Via air.
Get planning
18-24 months in advance.
The perfect base from which to explore!
With 4 or 5 days in this intriguing city, you want a group accommodation centre that is just a hop, skip and a jump from the city’s main attractions and we’ve found it! Toronto Metropolitan University opens its halls of residence offering great dormitory style accommodation, perfect for youth groups. Communal kitchen and lounge areas are the perfect place to catch up after a busy day exploring the city. A simple but perfectly located accommodation option!
For an extra special trip: stop in the Big Apple, New York!
Make your activity holiday a 2-centre trip and spend some time in Canada and the USA! Bolt on a few days in New York and explore some of the city’s world-renowned sites such as the Empire State Building, the Statue of Liberty and Ground Zero, to name just a few! Filling your time in New York City will never be a problem, it’ll be narrowing down your options.
Activities and Excursions
Toronto is the perfect destination for youth groups looking for a cultural, city-based tour, where plenty of sight-seeing is the order of most days.
What’s popular with our groups?
- CN Tower
- Aquarium
- Live Baseball Game
- Rogers Centre
- Ice Hockey Hall of Fame
- Canada’s Wonderland Theme Park
- Chinatown
- Ontario Science Museum & IMAX Theatre
- Canoeing trip of the Toronto Islands
- Black Creek Pioneer Village
- Niagara Falls
Not to be missed: a day trip to Niagara Falls!
Stand and gaze in awe as you try to appreciate the power of this natural wonder, enjoy a guided tour to learn more about the falls, take a river cruise up close to feel the power and get behind the falls for a unique view. It’s a day trip not to be missed and always a highlight with groups who travel to Toronto!
How could your trip to Toronto, Canada look?
Like all Venture Abroad activity holidays, you can tailor your time away to suit your youth group. However, we know it’s useful to see how your time away could look, so here is a suggested itinerary.
Day 1
Fly from the UK to Toronto. Settle into your hotel, then head out to explore the local area.
Day 2
Soar through the Maple trees at the Tree tops in Stouffville, where you can zipline, walk on tightropes, and cross aerial bridges in this thrilling forest adventure! Then, spend some free time exploring Toronto.
Day 3
There’s no better view of the city than from the main observation level of the CN Tower, a whopping 346m above ground, reached in just 58 seconds by high-speed lifts. Once you’ve got your feet back on the ground, head to Ripley’s Aquarium of Canada. In the afternoon, stand-up paddleboard to the islands.
Day 4
Board a ferry and take a day trip to Centre Island, where you’ll find a sandy beach, Franklin’s Children’s Garden, a pier that extends into Lake Ontario.
Day 5
It’s time to head on a guided day trip to Niagara Falls where you’ll experience the falls from almost every angle with the Hornblower Cruise, Journey Behind the Falls, Niagara’s Fury and White-Water Walk.
Day 6
Visit the adrenaline-filled Wonderland Theme Park where you’ll get to ride record-breaking coasters, drop towers, and more!
Day 7
After a long day yesterday, you’ll enjoy a day at leisure today. Guide groups could see the Guiding Headquarters located in the city.
Day 8
It’s time to head home as you board your flight back to the UK.
Based on 8 days, 7 nights flight tour for 25 passengers travelling July 2025. Subject to availability.
- Return Flights from the UK
- Insurance
- Bed & Breakfast
- Toronto City Tour
- CN Tower
- Ripley's Aquarium
- Boat trip to Centre Island
- Niagra Falls Day
- Wonderland Theme Park
- Treetop Adventure
- Stand-up Paddleboard
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FAQs
In Canada, the currency is Canadian Dollars. You can get this currency from currency exchange shops, supermarkets, post offices, and online providers, they will be able to provide you with exchange rates from British pounds to Canadian dollars.
Toronto’s weather and temperature vary from -4 degrees in winter to 30 degrees in summer, with July being the hottest and January being the coldest, so it’s best to check the weather before departing to ensure you have the correct clothing.
Spring and autumn often need more layers due to the weather being unpredictable, and thermals, your warmest jacket and boots, are a must for winter. Don’t forget your hat, scarf and gloves too! In summer, pack items that will keep you cool and a light jacket for evening times.
If you’re flying from London Gatwick or Manchester or Glasgow airport, the average flight time is around 8 hours with no stopovers.
The best time to visit Toronto depends on what you want to see and do! Summer offers weather, longer days, and more outdoor activities and festivals taking place during this time. However, there is still plenty to do all year round! Autumn is still warm and gives you the chance to see the beautiful autumnal colours that surround the city during a quieter period.
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