Agricultural Vacations

Learn. Explore. Connect.

Welcome to Target Tours: Leaders in Agricultural & Experiential Vacations

Rooted in Atlantic Canada, Target Tours has been helping travellers explore the world since 2009. Our agricultural vacations and farm tours are designed for farmers eager to learn from global best practices, discover innovative techniques, and gain valuable insights directly from farms worldwide.

Travel alongside like-minded individuals while also experiencing iconic attractions and unforgettable destinations. Every trip is hosted, fully planned, and packed with inclusions — so you can focus on learning, connecting, and enjoying the journey.

Why Join an Agricultural Vacation?

Tax Deductible Travel

In many cases, agricultural vacations may qualify as professional development or business travel — making it a smart investment as well as a rewarding experience.

Network With Other Farmers

Build relationships with like-minded farmers and exchange insights with international hosts.

Learn New Techniques

See firsthand how producers around the world are innovating and take home practical ideas for your own farm.

What's Included in Every Agriculutral Vacation

Upcoming Agricultural Vacations & Farm Tours

Egypt 2026
Agricultural Signature
February 22 to March 9, 2026
A Journey Through Ancient Wonders
Sold Out!
Edinburgh Castle
Agricultural
May 31 to June 9, 2026
Highlands, Farms & Castles
Kangaroo
Agricultural
January 10 to February 9, 2027
Travel Across Working Lands and Wild Coasts
Lake Wakatipu
Agricultural
January 10 to 27, 2027
Where Farms, Fjords, and Culture Meet
Sydney
Agricultural
January 27 to February 9, 2027
From Coastlines to Country Heartlands
Taj Mahal
Agricultural
February 26 to March 15, 2027
A Journey Through Land and Tradition

What Travelers Say About Us

Target Tours has been delivering unforgettable, hassle-free experiences since 2009. Here’s what travelers have to say:

Nancy
I have travelled with Target Tours several times and each experience is wonderful. Love the attention from the hosts, the drivers and all that are involved in the tours! Thank you, also to John and Lynn for providing such a great environment for travels!
Christmas Markets in Old Quebec 2025
Muriel
The experience was well planned striking a balance from organized activities to time for self exploration. The trip also provided entertainment which shortened the bus journey. The host from Target Tours was competent and very forthcoming with organizational details.
Christmas Markets in Old Quebec 2025
Candice & Velma
Target Tours is a fantastic tour company. We cannot recommend them enough.
Christmas Markets in Old Quebec 2025
Carolyn
I would say the overall experience was magnificent. Gary and Carol were terrific leading us. They were calm and fun to be with. In fact the whole group on the tour were terrific.
Greek Isles & Croatia Cruise 2025
Louise
From the moment I signed up for the Norwegian Fjords Cruise from London tour to the night we arrived back in Halifax I felt so well looked after by the staff at Target Tours. Our Tour Directors, John and Lynn, were amazing
Norwegian Fjords Cruise Including London 2025
Pat
If you ever want to travel and not worry about anything then Target Tours is the travel company to pick. You just need to pack your bags and show up at the airport. They take all the stress out of travel. I have taken several tours with them and have never been disappointed. I have seen so much, learned so much and made many new friends on the tours.
Norwegian Fjords Cruise Including London 2025
Betty & Chris
You were personable and professional in every way; everything was completely organized and managed precisely (our first escorted tour). We thoroughly enjoyed that part of the journey.
Norwegian Fjords Cruise Including London 2025
Sandy
My first ocean cruise and I was not disappointed. Everything was top notch and seamless. John and Lynn are perfect hosts. They made sure we were well informed and always available for any questions we might have had.
Greenland & Iceland Cruise 2025
Penny
John and Lynn work as an awesome duo tour hosts. They are always ready to help or handle any minor or major problems that people may have. They went beyond expectations as being our tour hosts and made us all feel like a family unit.
Greenland & Iceland Cruise 2025

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GUIDE: 5 Ways Farm Tours Give You a Competitive Edge

Agricultural tours aren’t just vacations. They’re carefully planned, small-group trips where Canadian farmers like you visit innovative farms abroad, meet other producers, and bring home fresh ideas.

Learn how these tours can give you and your farm a competitive edge.

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5 Ways Farm Tours Give You a Competitive Edge

Agricultural Tours aren’t just vacations. They’re carefully planned, small-group trips where Canadian farmers like you visit innovative farms abroad, meet other producers, and bring home fresh ideas.

Learn how these tours can give you and your farm a competitve edge.

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Always well prepared and hitting the highlights for a variety of travelers can be challenging but Target Tours does it! Plus having a sense of humor and adventure goes a long way to the group having a great adventure and lots of fun!

Rilla, Italy & Greek Isles Cruise

Every detail is in place. John and Lynn go above and beyond to make the experience as comfortable, entertaining, educational and as FUN as is possible. The staff at TT certainly are a Team… there is no question or concern ever dismissed as being unimportant. Any minor ‘glitches’ that may occur during the tour are handled immediately by John and/or Lynn. They are so accommodating in making each individual comfortable while ensuring gathering as a group is equally as comfortable, organized and enjoyable!

Lynne, Italy & Greek Isles Cruise

Target Tours is a small company in the grand scheme of tour companies, but it truly stands out! Their connection with their clients feels genuine and personal. They clearly want to ensure you have a wonderful trip and come home with many fond memories! Will recommend this amazing company to all our family and friends!!

Darlene, Splendors of Italy

John and Lynn were amazing hosts. An overall positive, inclusive experience from the very first interaction with the company. Super friendly, easy going, accommodating and very caring. They went out of their way to ensure everyone felt included. A wonderful holiday that will stay with me for years to come.

Libby, Ireland Luxury Manor Royal

I’ve been wanting to go to Alaska for many years. I finally got there it was absolutely beautiful and exceeded all expectations. John and Lynn are the best. They kept us informed on everything we needed to do before the cruise and during the cruise. I highly recommend Target Tours. I certainly will be traveling with him again in the future.

Georgette, Alaska Hubbard Glacier Cruise

Target Tours is a very trustworthy, reliable company. They take care of all aspects of your trip from beginning to end. They make you feel like the most important customer from the time you enquire about a tour to the time they say farewell! Great job. Thank you. I will be a returing customer.

Nancy, Alaska Hubbard Glacier Cruise

Thank you for everything. From start to finish, your team works well together , is organized and very efficient paying attention to details which is important . The team is well led by John and Lynn, we appreciate them and their knowledge and experience which in turn gives us a trip of a lifetime filled with many memories that will last our lifetime.

Anna Marie, Splendors of Italy

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Justin MacPhee - Tour Operations Manager

“I am privileged to have the opportunity to help make other’s travel dreams a reality.”

Justin was originally part of the Target Tours team as a Tour Coordinator/Planner from 2014 to 2020 and, after a brief hiatus, he rejoined the team in 2024 as Tour Operations Manager. Justin graduated from UPEI with a major in Business Administration and a minor in Psychology and brings with him many years of experience in customer and client service. He has a love for travel, planning, and working to ensure details are taken care of.
Justin was born and raised in Montague but now resides in Charlottetown with his wife Miranda. In his spare time, Justin enjoys spending time with family and being outdoors by the water.

Lynn Dunphy

“There are many things in life to be thankful for, being able to live our dream is one that I hold close to my heart. We’ve been blessed with wonderful family and friends and the opportunity to see what lies beyond our front door.”

Lynn is the financial wizard for Target Tours. A born and bred islander, she is a Holland College graduate with Records of Achievement in Accounting Technology and Programmer/Analyst.
While Lynn keeps the finances for Target Tours in check, she also enjoys teaming up with John to host group tours on an assortment of fun-filled adventures. She really enjoys getting to know the Target Tours passengers and ensuring everyone is having a wonderful time.
As a career bookkeeper, her role in the beginning with Target Tours was a weekend job. She has spent over 35 years doing books in public and private business. In 2017 her dream became a reality, and she joined John full time in the business. This is where she belonged.
When Lynn is not adding numbers, she enjoys her golf outings, fitness, cooking and reading.
Lynn and John have two beautiful daughters, Sarah and Lindsay, son-in-law, Ben and their treasured granddaughter, Lily.

John Dunphy

“For me, watching the smiles on the faces of our passengers when they see their travel dreams come true is the biggest I am in the travel business.”

John has spent over three decades in the travel industry starting at The Travel Store (Island Travel). In 2009, he and Lynn created Target Tours from the basement of the family home in Morell, PE and built on his passion for motor coaches.

From simple day tours on PEI to more extensive tours to Europe, attention to detail and
organization combine for a memorable travel experience. John will act as Tour Director
for some of his favourite tours such as river cruises and Europe.

As well as planning tours, John sometimes travels with the group as a Tour Host making
sure all the little details are being taken care of.

John and Lynn have two beautiful daughters, Sarah and Lindsay, son-in-law, Ben and
their treasured granddaughter, Lily.