Top British Columbia Seasonal & Special Occasions - page 3

Become more familiar with whales and other marine life on this whale-watching tour from Granville Island in Vancouver. Explore the Salish Sea and Strait of Georgia with a guide who shares interesting facts about sea life as you search for orcas, humpback whales, seals, sea lions, and sea birds. As it’s a small-group tour, you have plenty of opportunities to ask questions.

Touring Vancouver by bike lets you experience the city at a pace you can’t access by car. Ride along Vancouver’s separated bike trails with a small group of no more than eight riders. Cruise the Stanley Park Seawall and check out both modern and historic neighborhoods. Your electric bike makes your ride a breeze no matter your fitness level.

Amp up your Vancouver vacation with a thrilling 3.5-hour jet ski tour of Howe Sound and dinner at a waterside pub! Delight in lovely evening views of English Bay, Howe Sound and Bowen Island as you rip up the water on your single or double Sea-Doo Watercraft. You’ll see native wildlife, view breathtaking coastal scenery, and savor a hearty dinner and drink on Bowen Island before heading back to the mainland.

While most cities have food tours and themed pub crawls, few allow you to travel between venues in style on a harbor ferry. Admire Victoria’s scenic skyline on this small-group culinary adventure across the city’s waterways. Explore the Inner Harbour's Empress Hotel and Parliament Building before hopping on a ferry to enjoy live music at Bastion Square. Plus, enjoy complimentary snacks along with local drinks you can purchase at each stop.

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.

Get an adrenaline rush as you crash through the rapids on a whitewater rafting trip. This tour from Whistler or Vancouver is an exhilarating full-day adventure. Raft a class III to IV river in an unspoiled wilderness setting through the Squamish Valley. Enjoy exciting rapids, towering waterfalls, lush rainforest. No prior experience is necessary; professional guides support you every step of the way.

Explore a diverse array of West Kelowna’s award-winning wineries on this guided tour. Guests are encouraged to dress up in costumes; pick your own theme, and get creative while touring and tasting at five local wineries. Enjoy views over Okanagan Lake and the hills of the valley as you sample unique regional wines.

Get to know the Fraser Valley, just outside Vancouver, on this 5.5-hour tour that hits three area wineries. With a small group of 15 passengers or fewer, take in views of British Columbia's largest agricultural area and taste several wines. A light lunch is included.

Vancouver Island is known for producing great wines in a beautiful environment. Visit well-regarded wineries on Saanich Peninsula on this tour from Victoria, which includes private wine tastings at each location, a behind-the-scenes tour of a local winery, and a guide with extensive knowledge about the industry. This small-group tour is limited to 15 passengers or fewer for a more intimate experience.

With this tour, it's easy to venture beyond metro Vancouver to explore award-winning wineries of the Fraser Valley. You'll visit four local wineries in a single excursion, allowing you a taste of what each has to offer, before being delivered safely back to central Vancouver. In addition to the wine sampling, learn all about the winemaking process, embark on behind-the-scenes winery tours, and enjoy a light charcuterie board lunch en route.

A guided tour taking us for an unforgettable e-bike adventure through Vancouver's iconic spots! Start at the iconic Steam Clock and Science World. Next explore Granville Island's public market, enjoy delicious foods, and soak in the lively atmosphere. Pass by the Vancouver Art Gallery and Robson Square, then snap photos at Canada Place. In Stanley Park, capture photos with horse-drawn carriages with scenic Coal Harbor views. Stop at Brockton Point to see the Stanley totem poles, then pass the Girl in a Wetsuit statue. Pause at Lions Gate Bridge Lookout for breathtaking views, then continue through Third Beach and Second Beach. At English Bay, photograph the A-maze-ing Laughter statues and enjoy local snacks. Stop at the Inukshuk, then ride through serene David Lam Park and trendy Yaletown. Pass by bustling Robson Street and the picturesque False Creek Greenway. The entire tour takes place on safe AAA bike lanes! Book with us for a memorable e-bike tour of Vancouver's highlights!

Ride out into the waters off the coast of Vancouver and experience the Howe Sound Fjord—a UNESCO biosphere reserve—on this 4-hour small-group boat tour. Meet your guide at the bustling hub of Granville Island before exploring the cerulean waters of False Creek. Pass by downtown Vancouver, Stanley Park, Lighthouse Park, and more, before docking to explore Bowen Island, stopping to enjoy a complimentary alcoholic beverage, specialty coffee, or ice cream.

Canada's Okanagan Valley is home to so many excellent wineries that it's become known as the 'Napa of the North.' While many wineries are close to one another, you still need a vehicle to make the most of a wine tour. This private tour lets you avoid the worry of designating a driver and transports your group in the comfort of your own vehicle to the wineries of your choice.

Take in Vancouver’s local wildlife in a respectful way on this whale watching tour from Granville Island. Your guides are marine naturalists who are passionate about animal conservation, so they emphasize observing animals in their natural environment without human interference. The open-air vessel lets you see any wildlife up close.

This half-day whale-watching adventure from downtown Vancouver gives you the chance to see whales and other marine life, all with minimal logistical hassle. Hop aboard your luxurious catamaran, complete with heated indoor space and outdoor decks, and set sail. You'll learn all about the local history and geology from your naturalist guides, and can soak up views of the Pacific Northwest scenery while looking out for whales, seals, eagles, and other wildlife.

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, Shannon Falls, the Sea-to-Sky Gondola, and Whistler Village. From the gondola, admire Howe Sound, the Squamish River, and the Coastal Mountains. Then, enjoy plenty of free time to wander through Whistler Village at your own pace.

Travel seamlessly between Vancouver and Seattle via seaplane with a small group for a quick journey with epic aerial views and photo ops. You'll get the chance to make a water take-off and landing, an unusual experience that you'll remember for years to come. This transportation option saves tons of travel time, avoiding a long drive or navigating cumbersome international airport protocols.

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.

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.

Get a glimpse into Vancouver’s rough and rowdy past on a walking tour of the historic Gastown neighborhood. Hear haunting tales of the city’s darkest days, when fires, smallpox and gold dust fever swept through the frontier outpost. Visit the neighborhood’s landmarks and historic sites as your guide evokes the thieves, hustlers and vagabonds that made the west so wild.

FOOD, WINE and SPECTACULAR SCENERY. We LOVE this revised tour to REFLECT COVID-19.Join Island Time Tours for a lovely relaxing adventure exploring the Cowichan Valley. We visit 3 (4 if time permitting) of the prettiest vineyards and do our own thing to avoid any line-ups. We offer you a wonderful experience at each vineyard.. First stop includes bubbly with orange juice (optional) w/ fresh warm bake goods. Relax, inhale and take in this beautiful countryside. LUNCH is filled with afternoon tea delights with WINE served weather permitting in the great outdoors. Dessert w/wine complete this tour at another picturesque vineyard. Great food, award winning wines and spectacular beauty. Let's go!

On the 4-Day Circle West Tour, sit back and enjoy the magnificent views, as a luxury coach winds through the valleys of the Canadian Rockies. Travel from Vancouver to Jasper, Lake Louise, and Banff, stopping at scenic highlights and enjoying free time to explore. With everything fully organized, there is no need to worry about hotel bookings, navigation, or schedules.

Cycle along the seawall and through some of Vancouver’s most popular neighborhoods with your small group and a guide. You’ll see Gastown, Yaletown, Chinatown (with a stop at the serene Dr Sun Yat-Sen Garden) and Strathcona—Vancouver’s oldest residential neighborhood.  There will be time for a walk through the market on Granville Island before concluding the 11-mile (18 kilometer) trip.

Tour some of British Columbia’s finest vineyards in comfort on this private day trip. You’ll be taken to five wineries in the Oliver and Osoyoos wine country, recognized as the province’s first wine sub-region. Sit back and relax as you’re driven around with hotel pickup included. You’ll get a chance to taste the red wines the region is famous for at each stop, particularly Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, and Syrah.