Top British Columbia Private Sightseeing Tours

See the best of the city of Victoria—and even visit the famous Butchart Gardens—on this time-saving, half-day tour. With just your private guide for company, travel with ease aboard a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle. Have time to soak up the beauty of Butchart Gardens, stroll Victoria’s Chinatown and Inner Harbour, Fisherman's Wharf, and more.

There’s so much to see in Victoria on Vancouver Island that it can be tough to know where to start. This private city highlights tour includes hotel pickup and private transportation between stops, letting you focus on enjoying the experience with a curated itinerary of the best Victoria has to offer.

Get to know the top sights of Vancouver in just one day on this private sightseeing tour. Alongside a private guide, walk through the artistic Granville Island, explore a few of the city’s beaches, and drive through some of the most affluent neighborhoods. You also get to experience Vancouver’s multicultural side as you explore Chinatown and listen to commentary from your guide about the city’s rich diversity.

Discover the beauty of Victoria BC with our 4hr Butchart Gardens & City Private Tour, a perfectly curated experience blending lush gardens and city highlights. With options of private tours for up to 4 people, 6 people or our minibus that can seat up to 19 passengers! Wheelchair accessible options too! The iconic Butchart Gardens, a National Historic Site renowned for its stunning floral displays, themed gardens, and tranquil ambiance. This vibrant attraction is a must-see, offering endless photo opportunities. Next, explore Victoria's city highlights, including the picturesque Inner Harbour, where historic architecture meets a lively atmosphere. Stroll through vibrant Chinatown and its famous Fan Tan Alley, and take in the charm of Fisherman’s Wharf with its colourful floating homes. Our tour ensures a seamless and personalized experience. Travel in comfort with private transportation and a knowledgeable guide who brings Victoria’s history and culture to life.

Butchart Gardens is one of Victoria's most popular attractions—but if you don't have your own transit, getting there from the city center can be tricky. Instead, make logistics simple with this round-trip shuttle service. With multiple daily departure times and transit from a central meeting point, you can leave the logistics to someone else—and save more time for a self-led, sweet-smelling stroll through the 55-acre (22.2-hectare) garden (admission own expense).

Scout for an incredible array of marine life during this half-day Vancouver whale-watching cruise. Once on-board the comfortable vessel, you can look out for orcas, humpback whales, seals, porpoises, and eagles. The region is renowned for attracting whales, offering a 95% success rate with sightings. Best of all, enjoy spectacular scenery set amidst the Gulf and San Juan Islands, and see views many other visitors to the region miss.

Hike through Vancouver Island's towering rainforest on a private, guided hike from Victoria that explores a fascinating ecosystem. You'll see waterfalls, native plants, and some of the world's tallest and oldest trees, walking alongside a guide as you watch for Vancouver Island's native wildlife. With pickup and drop-off in downtown Victoria or the cruise port, this private hiking tour includes roughly two hours of hiking time, and can be tailored to your schedule.

Indulge in a half-day adventure through the Okanagan Valley on a Kelowna wine tour. Hop on an e-bike and explore three venues for wine and mead tastings. Along the way, treat yourself to a farm-to-table lunch at Meadow Vista accompanied by the vineyard views. Top-of-the-line e-bikes make the journey a breeze, with adjustable pedal assist and even a throttle option to conquer steep hills. Rest easy knowing that all the necessary equipment, from helmets to phone mounts, is included.

Skip the hassle of navigating Vancouver on your own with this short private city tour. Explore bustling streets, historic neighborhoods, and iconic landmarks with a personalized itinerary led by your guide. With hotel pickup included, enjoy a seamless, comfortable, and stress-free way to discover the city’s highlights.

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.

While the Vancouver cityscape and the nearby mountains and seascapes are spectacular from land and water, nothing quite compares to seeing them from above. On this extended seaplane sightseeing tour from Vancouver, soar over the city, past the peaks of the Coast Mountains, take in the views of inlets, islands, and lush landscapes, including B.C. Place Stadium—the official 2026 Big Soccer game venue—and Science World, returning via the island-dotted Howe Sound.

Explore British Colombia’s Victoria by pedicab with a guide on this 3-hour tour of the city, including convenient pickup and drop-off at the cruise ship terminal. Travel through one of Victoria’s oldest neighborhood, James Bay, to one of its oldest grocers. Then pass through Beacon Hill Park, and see the peacocks there. Plus, catch a glimpse of the famous Empress Hotel.

Discover the best of Victoria, BC, on this full-day sightseeing tour, blending history, culture, and stunning landscapes. Wander through the breathtaking Butchart Gardens, a floral paradise, and step back in time at the Victorian-era Craigdarroch Castle. Stroll along the scenic Inner Harbour, passing iconic landmarks like the Fairmont Empress Hotel and BC Legislature, before exploring the fascinating exhibits at the Royal BC Museum. Admire the charming heritage homes of James Bay, experience the lively Fisherman’s Wharf, and explore Canada’s oldest Chinatown, filled with rich history and hidden gems. Along the way, our expert guides share captivating stories, making this an unforgettable journey through one of Canada’s most enchanting cities. Minimum 8 people to book this tour

Skip the stress of planning your own route with this private full-day Vancouver tour. Explore Granville Island, Queen Elizabeth Park, and other highlights at your own pace with personalized commentary while traveling comfortably in an air-conditioned vehicle. With hotel and airport pickup included—and options for a standard 6-hour or upgraded 8-hour VIP experience—enjoy a seamless, flexible, and fully organized city adventure.

Explore Vancouver your way on this private and personalized walking tour. You will be thoughtfully paired with a like-minded host who creates a fully customized itinerary based on your preferences and interests. Whether your interests are in history, nature, or contemporary culture, you'll enjoy a tailor-made Vancouver experience lasting 2 to 5 hours.

See Victoria by horse-drawn carriage on a private tour that explores the Inner Harbour, Downtown, Chinatown, and more. The traditional, open-air carriages offer unobstructed views perfect for photography and sightseeing. Since the carriage is booked for just your group, you’ll enjoy personal service from beginning to end.

Discover one dramatic landscape after another with the help of a guide on this full-day coach tour between Vancouver and Whistler: the Sea-to-Sky highway, the Sea-to-Sky Gondola, Squamish, and Whistler Village. From the gondola, admire Howe Sound, the Squamish River, and the coastal mountain range. Enjoy plenty of free time to wander about Squamish and partake in Whistler Village activities on your own. Round-trip transport from select locations included.

The Sea to Sky Highway between Vancouver and Whistler is one of the most scenic drives in the world. Explore the highway and its attractions at your own pace with this flexible, private self-guided driving tour. Pass by highlights such as Shannon Falls, Sea to Sky Gondola, Squamish, Stawamus Chief, Garibaldi Provincial Park, and more with audio commentary as you drive.

Let's explore Vancouver! Join a local driver/guide onboard our mini-coach for the ultimate three (3) hour city tour of Vancouver for visitors that want to see and learn about some of our city's most iconic landmarks and neighbourhoods in just a few short hours. This tour takes you to a collection of Vancouver's major symbols including Stanley Park and the famous Totem Poles, Prospect Point and The Lion's Gate Bridge, Lost Lagoon and English Bay, the historic neighbourhoods of bougie Yaletown, the Stadium District, vibrant Chinatown and trendy Mount Pleasant. Also included is a photo stop at the highest natural point in Metro Vancouver, Little Mountain at Queen Elizabeth Park where you'll have the opportunity to stroll the famous Quarry Garden. We give you the option to conclude your tour at Granville Island to enjoy more time at the public market or return back to your downtown hotel.

Experience the capital of British Columbia as you embark on this express tour of Victoria. With a private guide, travel in a deluxe van and cover the highlights of the city, including the Inner Harbour, Craigdorrach Castle, Fisherman’s Wharf, and more. Your guide explains the history of the city and provides top tips on other places you can explore that you would struggle to get elsewhere.

Travelers interested in history will enjoy touring Victoria in style on a 75-minute horse and carriage tour. Your guide will tell you all about Victoria’s history and how the “garden city” became the capital of British Columbia. Enjoy the views as you are pulled through the Old Town, Chinatown, the Inner Harbour, and elsewhere. Kids especially will love the horses.

Explore BC’s natural beauty with this small-group day trip! Visit Joffre Lakes and Whistler Village, enjoy a guided moderate hike to pristine turquoise lakes, and explore Whistler’s alpine village — all in one unforgettable day. As an experienced hiker with many years of hiking experience not only in North America, I'm bringing a unique and knowledgeable perspective by sharing my region's hidden gems and my favorite places to the travellers.

See Vancouver and adjacent North Vancouver on your own terms on this private, 6-hour tour of the city. Your driver will pick you up in a luxury vehicle and take you out on the town, driving you to popular attractions such as Stanley Park, Gastown, Granville Island, and the Capilano Suspension Bridge Park, with the option to customize your tour and stops to suit your preferences.