TrekAmerica runs small-group adventure tours around the USA, plus Canada, Alaska and Mexico. Their trips are a unique combination of sightseeing and exciting activities that will take you to the big cities, national parks, remote beaches and many hidden places off the tourist routes. Hike in canyons and up mountains, explore deserts and glaciers, vast cities and off-the-beaten-track towns. 10% discount for gapyear.com readers!

VIA Rail is Canada's national rail operator and offers a huge number of different options to help you cover this vast country in stately style. Click through for a range of different passes and information on purchasing point-to-point tickets. Whether you want cities and night life or wilderness and polar bears, there's something to suit you here.