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Get a comprehensive introduction to Vancouver Island with this two-day sightseeing tour, including one night of accommodation. Climb aboard an air-conditioned coach to visit top landmarks such as Butchart Gardens, Chinatown, the Inner Harbor, and Mount Tolmi. On day two, explore Victoria, Hatley Castle, Malahat Skywalk, Duncan, and more. Ferry ticket is included; Malahat Skywalk admission is not included.

Vancouver is a city with much to offer, book this half-day tour and discover the city’s highlights with a private tour guide. Customize an itinerary with your driver-guide or explore a pre-selected route to discover top landmarks. Sights may include Chinatown, Gastown, Stanley Park, Granville Island, and Queen Elizabeth Park, which is home to hundreds of species of birds and plants.

Avoid being tied down to a fixed itinerary and schedule, and see Vancouver at your own pace on this flexible private tour. Your guide can plan a route that helps you avoid the crowds and heavy traffic, ensuring you cover the major highlights such as Stanley Park, Granville Island, and Queen Elizabeth Park, and much more besides.

Discover one of Vancouver’s most characterful areas when you explore the Gastown neighborhood—and learn all about its history as you solve a series of puzzles—with this two-in-one smartphone tour and scavenger hunt. Upon booking, download the app and then set off with your party at a time that works best for you. As you compete to answer the riddles, you’ll also get to know the area’s turn-of-the-century architecture, and learn about its history.

Indulge in a delightful adventure with an Osoyoos and Oliver half-day wine tour. Spend 3- to 4-hours exploring the renowned Osoyoos and Oliver wine trail and savor the flavors of four award-winning vineyards. Enjoy worry-free hotel pickup and drop-off at your Osoyoos or Oliver accommodation. Plus, enjoy complimentary tasting fees, bottled water, and a comfortable air-conditioned vehicle. Get ready for a grape escape like no other.

Kelowna is emerging as Canada’s rising-star wine destination, and you’ll savor its offerings guilt-free on this intimate group tour. Leave the worry of a designated driver behind as your guide collects you from your hotel, escorting you on a wine-tasting journey to four renowned local vineyards. With tasting fees covered, you’re ensured a relaxing day filled with the finest and most delectable experiences Kelowna’s vineyards have to offer.

Get to know Vancouver’s Gastown while having fun with friends or family on this murder mystery-style quest. Play detective for the day as your group is split up into teams and given an in-person briefing, as well as various tools and a map. Set out to solve a series of clues and challenges with the goal of discovering the killer behind a local murder.

This private, self-guided, scavenger hunt tour is ideal if you enjoy the structure of guided tours but want the independence of solo travel. Download the app to your smartphone to begin your adventure around Victoria. Solve riddles and clues to learn more about the city while seeing some of its highlights.

Maximize time in British Columbia with a full-day sightseeing tour from Vancouver. Board a ferry for a scenic ride to Victoria and check out popular landmarks including the Butchart Gardens. Learn about local neighborhoods like Chinatown and sites including the Legislative Assembly of British Columbia. At sunset, ride the ferry back to Vancouver.

Get from Whistler to Vancouver in just 40-minutes and take in gorgeous views along the way during this scenic flight aboard a sea-plane. Catch your flight near Whistler and Blackcomb and soar over glacial fed Green Lake. Take in the massive mountain range and cross the Georgia Strait before landing in Coal Harbour, Vancouver.

Vancouver’s mountains, forests, and beaches often star in vacation photos, and this full-day tour takes the guesswork out of getting great shots of the city’s most beautiful settings. Starting with the waterfalls and old-growth forests on the North Shore, your professional photographer guide will provide photography instruction while introducing you to some of the city’s top spots including Granville Island, Stanley Park, English Bay, and Gastown.

Spend the afternoon getting up close to humpback whales, orcas, and other large marine wildlife with this half-day, small-group whale watching tour from Campbell River. Keep your eyes peeled as the high-speed Zodiac cruises around the local inlets, bays, and tidal rapids around Vancouver Island. All safety equipment provided, including warm survival suits.

Experience the charm of Victoria's historic neighborhood, James Bay, and Beacon Hill Park. Our guides will both educate and entertain as they explain the history of the city as it evolved from a small fur trading outpost to a thriving Gold Rush town to the present day capital of British Columbia. Bring your camera along for the fantastic photo opportunities. Let us know if there is anything you are particularly interested in, or if you would like different start times.

Immerse yourself in the history and culture of Vancouver's LGBTQ2+ community on this half-day walking tour. Follow a guide on a curated itinerary designed to show the history of the movement in the Canadian city, with stops at Granville Street, the Imperial Court coronations site, locations of police raids and bookstore bombings. On the way from downtown to the historic gay neighborhood of Davie Street, you'll have plenty of time to ask questions and snap photos.

Vibrant Vancouver is becoming well-known for its striking street art and thriving craft beer scene, but knowing where to find the best of it takes local knowledge. On this tour, explore the creative side of Vancouver with your guide and get the inside line on the city’s art scene. Sample local craft beers at trendy breweries like BREWHALL and Main Street Brewery, and explore colorful Mount Pleasant.

Visit Victoria and its celebrated Buchart Gardens with a local guide by booking this day trip from Vancouver. You'll visit many of Victoria's most celebrated spots on a guided tour, and have free time to shop, grab lunch, and explore independently. For added convenience, all transportation—including ferry tickets and transfers from select Vancouver hotels—is included.

Fly in style from Vancouver to Whistler in a classic de Havilland seaplane. Depart from Vancouver's Coal Harbour and fly up the coast over the Georgia Strait, glacial mountains, and pristine lakes. Land at Greenlake, with beautiful views of Whistler and Blackcomb mountains. Arrive with plenty of time to explore the pretty alpine village of Whistler.

The Victoria Summit Experience is a 10-hour private day tour from Vancouver to Victoria, offering a comfortable journey in a standard SUV with a professional guide. It features a customizable itinerary and clean VIP transportation, making it ideal for travelers seeking a high-quality private experience at an essential level. The Victoria Pinnacle Experience★ is a 12-hour VIP version with a large luxury SUV, airport pick-up/drop-off, senior expert guides, and premium amenities. It provides extra comfort, seamless convenience, and VIP access to top attractions like the Victoria Butterfly Garden, Miniature World, and Craigdarroch Castle, perfect for travelers looking for a fully elevated day trip.

Visit Vancouver's highlights in comfort and style with this private, three-hour tour of the city. You'll travel in your own private, chauffeur-driven vehicle to popular areas such as Chinatown, Gastown, and Granville Island. You’ll also have the chance to make stops along the way for photos and exploration.

The Summit Helicopter Tour is a 24-minute flight offering spectacular views of Whistler Blackcomb Resort, Cheakamus Lake, and Garibaldi Lake. Guests will also fly over the stratovolcano pinnacle mountain, with a view of the iconic Black Tusk Peak. The experience provides a unique opportunity to explore breathtaking natural landscapes from the air, creating unforgettable memories for those seeking both adventure and stunning scenery.

Turn dinner into an adventure with this Zodiac tour from Vancouver to Bowen Island at the mouth of Howe Sound. In addition to dinner and a drink at a restaurant on Bowen, your experience includes a high-speed boat ride, ocean-ready gear, and sightseeing along the Vancouver waterfront.

Explore a mysterious forest and travel down an old trapper’s path known as the Medicine Trail on this small-group snowshoe tour. Gaze at giant cedar, fir, and hemlock trees, sample teas made from medicinal plants that grow on the route, and learn about the history of the area from your guide. A moderate level of fitness is required for this tour.

Skip the stress of navigating Vancouver with a full-day guided city tour that covers top landmarks and scenic highlights. Travel in a comfortable, air-conditioned coach while visiting iconic spots like Stanley Park, Canada Place, and the Olympic Cauldron. Optional upgrades include the Capilano Suspension Bridge and FlyOver Canada. Gratuities are not included. With convenient pickup from select locations, this tour offers a seamless way to explore Vancouver’s must-see sights.

Get a taste of Victoria’s delicious donuts and its historic downtown on this guided walking tour that’s perfect for anyone with a sweet tooth. Stroll between downtown highlights, including Market Square and Chinatown, and stop at three different spots for donuts. You’ll eat at an intergalactic 50s-style diner, a Filipino bakery, and a local hero roastery that’s known for its donuts.