HEARTLAND HERITAGE TOUR
Experience Heritage
Manitoba was "established" around the lands surrounding the once vibrant Red River Colony. This made it Canada's heartland geographically and historically. This special tour focuses on the story of our province and the iconic locations that make it what it is today. You'll visit forts, historic sites, museums, hear stories from Indigenous storytellers, and experience true Canadian activities like paddling historic waterways and walking through ancient forests.
We pride ourselves in creating captivating journeys for locals and visitors alike to truly experience local treasures in the heartland of Canada.
Let us worry about the accommodations, food, transportation, and help you plan a special and personalized itinerary that takes you to all the highlights and places off the beaten tourist path.
Heartland Heritage Tours are curated experiences that meet your group's vision, goals, and budget while exploring all that Manitoba has to offer.
You choose the hotels, sites, and tours while we take care of the details.
Sample 5 Day/4 Night Itinerary:
Day #1: Welcome to Winnipeg
Welcome to the vibrant city of Winnipeg, where rich cultural heritage meets stunning natural beauty. Centered around the iconic Forks, Manitoba's capital expands to provide world-class museums, diverse culinary experiences, and unique historical sites and tours.
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Arrival to Winnipeg & check into hotel.
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Meet your guide & orientation over supper at a local restaurant.
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If time permitted, an evening tour or group outing to a local café.
Day #3: Whiteshell Prov. Park
We head east out of the city for a tour throughout the Whitsehell Prov. Park with stops at Falcon Beach Ranch, the Whiteshell Trapper's Museum, Pine Point Rapids, and finally the quaint town of Pinawa for a stay at Wilderness Edge Retreat, a former staffing complex for the Atomic Energy of Canada.
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Breakfast at hotel and travel to Whiteshell Provincial Park.
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Stops at heritage sites and guided trail tours with picnic lunch.
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Supper in Pinawa and stay at historic Wilderness Edge Retreat.
Day #5: Farewell
Our last day is as long or short depending upon your flight / train departure arrangements. Breakfast is included in your hotel stay and if you have time we can head back into the city for one (or two) more unique stops at iconic cultural, historic, or artistic venues or tours.
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Breakfast at hotel and check out.
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Any last tours / experiences if time permits.
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Bon voyage and safe travels home or to your next destination.
Day #2: Winnipeg Continued
Today we'll visit points of interest that you're excited about. Fort Gibraltar, Manitoba Museum, St. Boniface, and the Forks Historic Site are highlights for any tour. Maybe something more experiential is warranted like river boat tour or exploring Fort Whyte Alive.
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Breakfast at hotel.
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Morning tour & lunch at Forks Market
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Afternoon tour & supper at a local restaurant.
Day #4: Rural Wonders
As we make our way back to Winnipeg, we'll stop at the Old Pinawa Dam and Lower Fort Garry Historic Sites. We'll end our day in Winnipeg for dinner together at a local restaurant. We'll create time for an evening tour or activity such as a guided Ghost Walk, Escape Room experience and more!
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Breakfast at hotel and tour of Old Pinawa Dam heritage site.
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Travel to and visit Lower Fort Garry and picnic lunch en route.
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Supper at local restaurant and evening group tour / activity.
Day #6? Explore More...
Have more time or have places and experiences still on your Manitoba bucket list? We'll help you with an extended tour to capture the most out of your viist to our incredible province. Head north to Churchill, west to Riding Mountain National Park or further East to Kenora / Lake of the Woods.
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Head north up to Churchill.
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Travel west to Riding Mountain National Park.
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Explore further east to Kenora / lake of the Woods.
Fully Customizable Experiences
Winnipeg Tours & Sites.
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Restaurants & Café's
Rural Tours & Sites
Hotel & Accommodation
Parks & Natural Sites
Transportation Services
CUSTOMIZE YOUR MANITOBA TOUR
Tour Duration:
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Day Tours & Multi-day options available.
Start/End Location:
Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada.
What's Included:
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Co-created itinerary and trip plan.
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Fully escorted Manitoba tour.
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Accommodation options.
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Food Service / Meal Plan options.
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Transportation options.
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Tours & Experiences options.
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Permits & Venue Entrance Fees.
Options and Highlights:
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Winnipeg.
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Whiteshell Provincial Park.
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Riding Mountain National Park.
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Winnipeg River Corridor (Manitoba, NW Ontario).
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More...
What’s Not Included:
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Gratuities for your guide(s).
Ages:
Guardians MUST accompany children under 18 years.
Group Size:
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6 - 10 guests per guide.
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Although our average tour size is 12 - 24 people, we can accommodate larger groups depending upon availability.
Booking & Cancellation Policy:
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All tour bookings will be confirmed by means of a ‘Booking Confirmation’. This will contain important details regarding your group booking.
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A booking date and time can be secured by means of a non-refundable deposit. Tour must be paid in full 30 days prior to arrival.
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Cancel up to 60 days in advance (you will forfeit booking deposit).
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Cancel less than 60 days prior to tour, you may reschedule same tour package (if available) or you will be invoiced 25% of the tour package fee.
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Cancel less than 30 days prior to tour, we will attempt to find a rescheduled date if possible or you will be invoiced 50% of the tour package fee.
Custom Group Tour Packages
Why You'll Love Our Tours
We work with you to co-create the perfect Group Experience while harmonizing your abilities, interests, goals, and budget.
1 to 12 people per guide keeps your experience intimate.
Fun, friendly, experienced, and passionate local Guides.
Tours designed to showcase and highlight Manitoba heritage and adventure.
Let's Create Your Group Tour
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Start a Booking
Provide your dates, group size, and goals, and we'll create a proposal that will meet your needs.
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Confirm with Deposit
Lock in your booking with a reviewed and signed Group Booking Agreement and payment.
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We Handle the Rest
Once confirmed, we manage the logistics from beginning to end, ensuring a fun and enjoyable experience.
What Our Guests Say
We are a trusted partner for dozens of groups...and counting!
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"What an amazing, unique Manitoba experience! I had such a wonderful time with Matt & his awesome team of guides! We sipped hot chocolate by the fire, told stories, ate a yummy dinner of split pea soup and bannock and made maple syrup taffy. We explored the trails by snowshoe, learned the ins and outs of setting up our hot tent and learned some great practical outdoor skills. Matt and his team are down to earth, friendly and very knowledgeable. I would recommend this adventure to anyone wanting to try winter camping or just having a full day of fun outside!"
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Winter Camping Tour
Tara - Adventurer
"We had a wonderful time on our canoeing tour. It was very well organized, fun and safe. Wilderland partnered with locals to offer us an opportunity to learn more about their Indigenous culture as well as the history of the Voyageurs. It was a beautiful day spent in a beautiful environment."
DSFM PD Day
Desiree - Teacher
"Matt and his team are super professional and provided a great experience for us. We'll definitely be booking another adventure again!"
Voyageur Canoe Tour
Rick - Youth Pastor
