We Make the Exceptional Plans.
Our Proud Canadian History
After nearly 40 years serving Canadians with all inclusive travel, we are very proud to be part of this incredible nation. Benefit form our experience treating Canadians royally, from coast, to coast, to coast.
1981
The Journey
Begins
Begins
Jerry Van Dyke Travel Service (JVD) is launched in Cambridge, Ontario by Jerry Van Dyke and his wife Anneka, with the goal of offering Canadians exceptional coach travel.
1988
River Cruising
Sets Sail
Sets Sail
Working with connections in his native Netherlands, Jerry Van Dyke pioneers the first ever tour exclusively for Canadians to cruise the rivers of Europe.
2009
Definition of
Loyalty
Loyalty
Our longest standing guest completes her 35th Journey with us. Talk about exploring the world!
2014
Honoring our
Heroes
Heroes
JVD guests travel to Europe to mark the 100th anniversary of the Great War, recognizing the sacrifice made by Canadian soldiers.
2017
The Family
Grows
Grows
Upon the well-deserved retirement of Jerry and Anneka Van Dyke, Journeys by Van Dyke joins the Incursion Voyages family.
2018
Proud
Benchmark
Benchmark
JVD and our Quebec-based sister company Incursion Voyages serve our 60,000th Canadian traveller. That’s twice the population of Labrador!
2021
Sun on the
Horizon
Horizon
Following the pandemic that saw many Canadians seeking inspiraiton from the comfort of home, we look forward to a safe and comfortable return to travel.
2025
Back to What
We Do Best
We Do Best
As travel flourishes once again, we’re busier than ever, proudly guiding Canadians to more incredible destinations. We continue to create unforgettable moments around the world—just as we’ve done for over 40 years.
Why Choose Journeys by Van Dyke?
We have been delighting our guests for 40 years by focusing on three ideals that have become the hallmark of our brand.
Elevated Experiences
Elevated means we craft every aspect of your Journey to be a departure from the everyday. Our hotels, excursions and dining moments are hand-picked, ensuring your Journey is always a cut above.
Outstanding Accommodations
Outstanding Accommodations
We carefully select our hotels, many of which we have been returning to for years. All properties are centrally located, tastefully appointed and ready to serve you to our exacting standards. The hotel managers and their teams are committed to delivering our levels of excellence.
Modern Cruising
Modern Cruising
Cruising has evolved, and selecting the right ship matters more than ever. We are experts in evaluating our cruise operators’ service standards, food and entertainment quality, itinerary depth and cabin spaciousness. We only use ships that can deliver an outstanding onboard experience and that we can pair seamlessly with our high-quality private shore excursions.
Delectable Meals
Delectable Meals
Our meals strike a balance between original local tastes you won’t find at home and the familiar delicacies that put these destinations on the map. We select the right meals for each occasion (be it a Brazilian cookout, or a decadent Neapolitan lunch).
Private Home Pickup
Private Home Pickup
The Journey begins when you step outside your front door and our private car drives you to the airport in comfort. When you return, sink into the plush seats, relax and focus on your favourite memories on the ride back home.
Comfortable Air Travel
Comfortable Air Travel
We take the work out of flying with perks like assisted check-in, visa procedure support, prearranged upgrades (subject to availability) and diligent answers to any questions you may have, at any moment.
Expert Journey Managers
Expert Journey Managers
You know them by name, and many of you have shared endless laughs alongside them. Our Journey Managers are the wonderful people who work around the clock to keep you enjoying your Journey. We are proud to say that we work with some of the best in the world.
Worry-Free Travel
Travel can be overwhelming, but it doesn’t need to be. At Journeys by Van Dyke, we love to look after the hundreds of details that make your journey possible so that you don’t have to. We call that worry-free travel.
Since we pioneered the concept in the 1980s, worry-free travel has always meant all-inclusive travel. Included on every Journey in our all-inclusive pricing are our Signature Inclusions and essentials listed below. From the moment we pick you up until we deliver you home, we will cover every expense, even the gratuities, ensuring you have a memorable and worry-free experience.
In addition to our essentials, all Journeys include our following Signature Inclusions:
Our essentials included with your Journey:
- Outstanding hotel & cruise accommodations
- All meals
- International round-trip airfare from Toronto
- “Whisper” radios included for use during excursions
- All taxes as well as port & service charges
- Other gateways & travel classes available
- Porterage for one piece of luggage per person
- Hassel-free visas handled & processed for Canadian citizens
- Complete information & assistance leading up to your departure
- Branded overnight carry-on or backpack
