Top British Columbia Tours by Duration - page 3

Take to the skies on a short seaplane adventure over Victoria and its stunning surroundings, including the Inner Harbour, Strait of Juan de Fuca, and the Olympic Mountains. Enjoy breathtaking views of rugged coastlines, shimmering inlets, and landmarks as you soar above southern Vancouver Island. With thrilling water take-offs and landings, this small-group experience offers an unforgettable introduction to seaplane aviation.

Maximize time in British Columbia with a full-day sightseeing tour to Vancouver Island. Board a ferry for a scenic ride through the Georgia Strait to Victoria and check out popular landmarks on a guided tour. Discover the Inner Harbour, stroll through Canada's oldest Chinatown, visit the Royal BC Museum, and explore the beautiful Butchart Gardens. In the evening, ride the ferry back to Vancouver, where you might catch a stunning sunset.

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.

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.

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.

Skip the stress of renting a car with this scenic day trip from Vancouver to Whistler. Travel through BC’s fjords, inlets, and mountains with a guide providing commentary, enjoy photo stops along the way, and ride the Sea to Sky Gondola before free time in Whistler Village. With included transportation and hotel pickup and drop-off, relax and experience British Columbia’s natural beauty in a seamless, hassle-free way.

Take a leisurely ride through Vancouver's Stanley Park on two wheels as you learn about the history of the area and the First Nations people. During this guided tour, you'll cruise along the Seawall, stopping at points of interest including the Brockton Point Totem Poles, the Siwash Rock, and the Lion's Gate Bridge before cruising by the Victorian-style homes on the West End to finish the tour.

Experience an up-close encounter with northern Pacific marine life on this half-day whale-watching cruise off Victoria’s coast. Travel out into the open ocean aboard a comfortable, motorized boat to look for native species like humpback whales, gray whales, orcas, elephant seals, and sea lions in their natural habitat. Learn about local marine ecology from a naturalist guide, and take in fantastic views of Vancouver Island between animal sightings.

Explore beyond Vancouver without the need to hire a taxi or figure out public transit options. Visit popular spots outside Vancouver–Whistler, Shannon Falls, and Porteau Cove Provincial Park–in one tour with roundtrip transportation. En route to Whistler, you’ll see the beautiful views along the Sea-to-Sky highway. Enjoy leisure time in Whistler to do as you wish without an itinerary, including access to the Sea to Sky Gondola.

Spend a morning in Vancouver’s Chinatown with an off-duty chef on this food and cultural walking tour. With the help of your expert learn about Chinatown’s historical landmarks and local cuisine. Drink tea, enter cookware and herbal medicine shops, and visit the tranquil Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden. A dim sum lunch is included on this small-group tour.

Discover the wonders of Vancouver and Victoria with an unforgettable whale-watching adventure. Start by soaring over the Strait of Georgia in a seaplane, offering stunning aerial views on your way to Victoria. Once there, cruise through the vibrant Haro Strait, home to orcas, sea lions, and seals, before rounding off your day with a scenic flight back to the mainland.

Discover the British Columbia coastline by land and sea on this full-day guided tour. After departing Vancouver, hop aboard a boat and journey through the Gulf Islands, before heading to Victoria to explore the historic city’s nature-filled architecture. Then, head to the Butchart Gardens with skip-the-line access to take in the park’s serene themed gardens.

Take the adventure route between Vancouver and Victoria and enjoy views from the air, land, and water on this seaplane flight with bus and ferry return. Soak up lovely aerial views while crossing the Strait of Georgia by seaplane — the most eco-friendly transport to Victoria — then set off on your own sightseeing excursion of BC’s capital. Admiring stunning land, island, and ocean views on the return ferry and bus rides.

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.

Travelers that want to explore Whistler on a day trip from Vancouver typically need to rent a car and drive, which means focusing on the road rather than the landscape. You can sit back, relax, and enjoy the views on this sightseeing tour to Whistler, complete with a guide to whisk you there. Along the way you can see Downtown Vancouver and Stanley Park, enjoy views of Howe Sound, and take a few hours to explore Whistler independently.

Avoid hassle and waiting in long taxi lines. This private transfer service from Vancouver International Airport to your downtown Vancouver accommodation ensures that you start off your trip on the right foot. Your driver meets you when you land and swiftly transports you to your Vancouver destination in a comfortable vehicle.

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.

Discover British Columbia’s natural beauty—and skip the hassle of planning your own itinerary—on this full-day tour of the Butchart Gardens and Victoria, including a scenic ferry ride. Look out for wildlife and soak up coastal views on the journey from Vancouver, explore the floral displays and themed exhibits at Butchart Gardens, and enjoy free time to explore Victoria’s historic waterfront area before heading back.

Experience Victoria’s signature beauty—and see its top attractions—on one time-saving, full-day tour from Vancouver. Traveling by coach and ferry, you can admire the region’s waterways and mountains without worrying about logistics. Spend the day snapping photos and visiting highlights including the world-famous Butchart Gardens, a 55-acre (22-hectare) haven for nature enthusiasts. This tour combines guided coach tours and free time to explore on your own.

See the best of Victoria in just a few hours—and even visit the famous Butchart Gardens—without having to rent a car or navigate on this time-saving, half-day tour. With just your private guide for company, you'll travel with ease aboard a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle. Have time to soak up the beauty of Butchart Gardens (entrance fee extra, stroll Victoria’s Chinatown, Inner Harbour, Fisherman's Wharf, and more.

There is a world of ancient trees to discover within walking distance of downtown Vancouver. Take a tour of Vancouver’s last ancient forest, located in Stanley Park. Gaze in awe at 800-year-old cedars, towering firs, and more. Discover the park’s history and explore how the forest has evolved over the years, piecing together its past with old maps, postcards, and photographs.

Experience the best of Whistler’s culinary scene as you dine at four different restaurants in one evening. Enjoy a progressive dinner experience with four courses, each served at a different Whistler restaurant. Tuck into dishes like fondue and salmon risotto, followed by indulgent desserts, or upgrade to include expertly paired wines and craft beers. During the dinner, learn more about each dish and restaurant from your guide.

Canada is famous for its beautiful natural landscapes and this tour scratches the surface of the Canadian Rocky Mountains in just four days. Sit back and relax as you drive to the area’s top locations including Fraser Valley, Yoho National Park, Lake Louise, Banff, and Jasper National Park. Listen to your guide about the history, culture, nature, and stories that bring these regions to life. The tour commentary is primarily in Chinese (Cantonese and/or Mandarin).

The natural beauty of Stanley Park, Capilano Suspension Bridge Park, and Grouse Mountain meet Vancouver neighborhoods on a small-group tour designed to cover highlights and cut time in transit. A narrated drive through downtown, Gastown, and Chinatown leaves room for longer stops in the city’s famed parks. The small-group format means personalized service and less waiting around, which is ideal for travelers taking in Vancouver’s top sites in one day.