North America
Below is a summary of how I entered, whether through a visa or another permitted route.
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My Canada visa journey had multiple attempts. I first applied from Finland and went to the London High Commission, with biometrics done at VFS Kathmandu. I ended up cancelling the London application. I then applied again while I was in the USA, this time from the New York Consulate. The visa was issued in about 10 days, and I collected my passport from Delhi.
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| S.No | Date | Details (Notes) | Category | Unit | Cost / Unit | Amount | Currency | Amount (NPR) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | — | — | Visa & Documents | — | — | — | — | 7.00 |
| 2 | — | ~60/night | Accommodation | — | — | — | — | 180.00 |
| 3 | — | ~40/day | Food & Dining | — | — | — | — | 120.00 |
| 4 | — | — | Activities | — | — | — | — | 43.00 |
| 5 | — | — | Activities | — | — | — | — | 23.00 |
| 6 | — | Free | Activities | — | — | — | — | — |
| 7 | — | — | Activities | — | — | — | — | 80.00 |
| 8 | — | — | Transport | — | — | — | — | 40.50 |
| 9 | — | — | Transport | — | — | — | — | 300.00 |
| 10 | — | ~50/night | Accommodation | — | — | — | — | 150.00 |
| 11 | — | ~40/day | Food & Dining | — | — | — | — | 120.00 |
| 12 | — | — | Activities | — | — | — | — | 25.00 |
| 13 | — | Free | Activities | — | — | — | — | — |
| 14 | — | — | Activities | — | — | — | — | 60.00 |
| 15 | — | Free | Activities | — | — | — | — | — |
| 16 | — | — | Transport | — | — | — | — | 30.00 |
| 17 | — | — | Connectivity | — | — | — | — | 25.00 |
| 18 | — | — | Insurance | — | — | — | — | 40.00 |
| 19 | — | — | Miscellaneous | — | — | — | — | 40.00 |
| 20 | — | — | Miscellaneous | — | — | — | — | 30.00 |
| 21 | — | — | Transport | — | — | — | — | 20.00 |
| 22 | — | — | CAD 1,293.50 + USD 40 | — | — | — | — | — |
| Total | 1,333.50 |
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Citizens of visa-exempt countries need an Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) when flying to Canada. It costs $7 CAD and is approved within minutes. Valid for 5 years or until passport expiry. Not required when entering by land or sea from the US.
Tipping 15-20% of the pre-tax bill is standard at restaurants. Taxi drivers receive 10-12%. Hotel porters expect $1-2 per bag. Canada has eliminated the penny, so cash transactions are rounded to the nearest 5 cents.
Canada uses the Canadian Dollar (CAD) with the iconic gold $1 'loonie' and two-toned $2 'toonie' coins. Credit and debit cards with contactless tap are accepted virtually everywhere. Major cards include Visa, Mastercard, and American Express.
Canadian winters (November-March) can be brutal with windchill making temperatures feel 10-20°C colder. Pack insulated boots, a quality winter jacket, and warm layers. Summer (June-August) is the peak season with the warmest weather and highest prices.
Canada is the world's second-largest country. Driving from Toronto to Vancouver takes over 40 hours. Domestic flights are often necessary between regions. VIA Rail offers scenic train routes but journeys take much longer than flying.
September to early October offers spectacular autumn colors, especially in Quebec and Ontario. It is an excellent time to visit with pleasant weather, lower prices than summer, and fewer crowds. The Cabot Trail in Nova Scotia is particularly stunning.
Canada uses the metric system for distances (kilometers), temperature (Celsius), and weights. Quebec is predominantly French-speaking; signs and services are in French. English is dominant elsewhere. Federal services are bilingual throughout the country.
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📍 Toronto
Visit the iconic CN Tower for sweeping views of the city and Lake Ontario from the observation deck. Explore the diverse Kensington Market neighborhood and the historic St. Lawrence Market. Walk along the Harbourfront and catch a sunset over the Toronto Islands.
📍 Niagara Falls
Drive to Niagara Falls and experience the thundering Horseshoe Falls from the Hornblower cruise that takes you right to the base. Walk along the Niagara Parkway and visit the charming town of Niagara-on-the-Lake with its wineries and colonial architecture. Return to see the falls illuminated at night in a spectacular light show.
📍 Montreal
Fly to Montreal and explore Old Montreal, walking the cobblestone streets past the stunning Notre-Dame Basilica with its blue-lit interior. Visit the Montreal Museum of Fine Arts and stroll up Mont Royal for panoramic city views. Sample poutine and smoked meat sandwiches at Schwartz's Deli, a Montreal institution since 1928.
📍 Quebec City
Take the train to Quebec City and walk through the fortified Old Quebec, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Visit the Chateau Frontenac, Petit Champlain district, and the Plains of Abraham where a pivotal battle shaped Canadian history. Enjoy traditional Quebecois tourtiere and maple taffy at a local restaurant in the Lower Town.
📍 Vancouver
Fly to Vancouver and cycle through Stanley Park's seawall with views of the North Shore mountains and Lions Gate Bridge. Visit Granville Island Public Market for fresh seafood, artisan cheese, and local craft beer. Walk Robson Street and explore the vibrant neighborhoods of Gastown and Chinatown.
📍 Banff, Alberta
Fly to Calgary and drive into Banff National Park through the stunning Canadian Rockies. Visit Lake Louise with its impossibly turquoise glacier-fed waters surrounded by towering peaks. Take the Banff Gondola up Sulphur Mountain for 360-degree views of six mountain ranges and spot elk and bighorn sheep in the valley.
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French fries topped with cheese curds and smothered in brown gravy, a Quebecois invention.
Small pastry shells filled with a gooey butter, sugar, and egg filling, sometimes with pecans.
No-bake layered dessert bar with a chocolate crumb base, custard center, and chocolate topping.
Traditional Quebecois meat pie filled with spiced ground pork or mixed meats.
Pure maple syrup tapped from sugar maples, drizzled on pancakes or poured on snow as taffy.
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One of the world's most famous waterfalls on the Ontario-New York border, where the powerful Horseshoe Falls plunges 51 meters into the gorge below.
📍 Open in Google Maps →A stunning national park in the Canadian Rockies with turquoise glacier-fed lakes, towering peaks, and world-class hiking and skiing.
📍 Open in Google Maps →Canada's most iconic landmark, a 553-meter communications tower offering panoramic views of Toronto and Lake Ontario from its observation deck and glass floor.
📍 Open in Google Maps →The historic heart of Montreal with cobblestone streets, the stunning Notre-Dame Basilica, and French colonial architecture along the St. Lawrence River waterfront.
📍 Open in Google Maps →A 405-hectare urban park surrounded by the Pacific Ocean, featuring the famous seawall, totem poles, and views of the North Shore Mountains and Lions Gate Bridge.
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A glimpse into our favourite moments from Canada.
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