Top Vancouver Island Sightseeing Tours - page 3

Experience the capital city of BC in all it's splendor from the big comfy seat of a Pedego Electric Bike. Let our experienced guides handle the logistics and just kick back and enjoy the ride. On this tour we will depart from our pier A location at Ogden Point (185 Dallas Rd) in the Breakwater District. We will journey along the beautiful coastline and traverse through the famous Beacon Hill Park stopping at historic landmarks along the way. Other stops of interest include Clover Point, Ross Bay Cemetery, Craigdarroch Castle, Government House, Victoria Inner Harbour, The Parliament Buildings, and Fisherman's Wharf.

Maximize your chances of seeing whales, bald eagles, and other wildlife along the dramatic coast of Vancouver Island on this half-day wildlife cruise from Cowichan Bay. In the company of just your private group of up to 12 and an expert guide, set out in a rigid inflatable boat that’s perfect for exploring the rugged coast and Gulf Islands.

This small-group experience gives you the whole day to tour the Salish Sea, Discovery Passage, and Johnstone Strait in a speedy Zodiac boat. Stay cozy in provided floater suits, toques, gloves, and goggles as you spend the day searching for some of the abundant wildlife of the coastal waters, including humpback whales, bears, sea lions, and Pacific white-sided dolphins. Your tour will focus on finding orcas, but highlight the diverse beauty of the coast.

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.

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 hidden alleys and local curios in Vancouver’s Old Town and Chinatown districts on this 75-minute pedicab tour. Head through Victoria's Old Town and Chinatown districts with your guide, where old shops and boutiques line the winding alleyways. Hear hair-raising ghost stories from centuries past and learn of the settlers, immigrants and colonists who have shaped the city we see today. Along the way, watch skilled street performers plying their trade the way they have for centuries. Admire Victoria’s traditional architecture and gain insight into the city’s colorful past.

Discover the heart of British Columbia’s capital, Victoria, as you embark on a self-guided walking tour through the city. Download the app on your phone and walk around town to hear about the story of the city, from its Indigenous routes to the Victorian era to the present day. Sights you see include the Inner Harbor, the Empress Hotel, Bastion Square, and Chinatown.

On this private whale-watching trip from Victoria you and your group will havea whole Zodiac to yourselves, ensuring no need to jostle for the best viewing spot. Cruise to the Juan de Fuca and Haro Strait, known for abundant marine wildlife including transient and resident orcas, humpback, minke, and gray whales, seals, sea lions, sea otters, and many seabird species.

Experience the Great Bear Rainforest’s diverse wildlife while exploring the culturally rich territories of the Kwakwaka’wakw people on this half-day small-group boat tour. After departing from Port Hardy, spend the day searching for sea otters, orcas, humpback whales, pacific white-side dolphins, Steller sea lions, Dall’s porpoises, and bald eagles, all from the comfort of a rigid inflatable (RHIB) wildlife viewing boat with comfortable shock-mitigating seats.

The perfect introduction to Victoria for visitors short on time. Your licensed pedicab guide will begin with a ride through the charming neighbourhood of James Bay, exploring its historic heritage homes and tree-lined streets. From there, continue through Beacon Hill Park — one of the most beautiful urban parks in Canada — where you'll pass towering Garry oaks, manicured flower gardens, the famous Mile Zero monument, and an abundance of local wildlife, including peacocks, herons, ducks, and deer. Next, enjoy up-close views and fantastic photo opportunities of the iconic Parliament Buildings before cruising along Victoria's stunning Inner Harbour, taking in its picturesque waterfront and vibrant atmosphere. The tour concludes in front of the world-famous Fairmont Empress Hotel. One of the best things to do in Victoria, BC — perfect for cruise ship visitors, couples, and families.

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.

This is the one people talk about afterward. Private, owner-led, and dialed in before you arrive, I’ll connect with you personally to shape the experience around your time, pace, and interests. We’ll cover Beacon Hill Park, the Inner Harbour, Old Town, and Chinatown—but never from a fixed script. It flows. The experience includes three local craft beer tastings (optional), one cider, and smoked seafood from the working harbour for tours before 6 PM. I’ll capture photos throughout and provide custom souvenirs, with a full comfort setup featuring blankets, canopies, and rain covers ready if needed. I’ve been doing this a long time. This isn’t a performance; it’s just done right. I’m not saying it’s the best tour of your life, but it tends to end up there. Other tours are good, but this one is just built differently. If it’s not worth it to you, you get a full refund.

Search for Vancouver Island's marine wildlife on a whale-watching tour by Zodiac boat that takes in the Salish Sea, Discovery Passage, and Johnstone Strait. Since Zodiacs are more nimble than large vessels, you’ll be able to maneuver for views of animals such as humpback whales, orca whales, dolphins, bears, sea lions, and more. The open-sided boats also offer unobstructed vistas, ideal for photographing animals in their dramatic natural habitats.

See whales and all manner of marine life on this whale-watching expedition. From Nanaimo, head out into the Salish Sea on a semi-covered vessel. Humpbacks and orcas can be found off the coast of Vancouver Island, as well as sea lions, porpoises, eagles, and many more species. Your marine naturalist guide is there to answer any questions you have about what you see.

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 known for its donuts.

After picking you up, your guide will take you on a guided tour of the Historical Butchart Garden. The countless blooms and Victorian-era structures are unique and sure to impress. Following this, we will meet all the residents of the Salish Sea Aquarium. Many fish, anemones, jellies and colourful creatures inhabit our waters. The aquarium also features a touch pool where you can experience a finger hug from urchins, sea stars and anemones. For our last top, walk amongst giants in the Rainforest of the Pacific Northwest and up a small canyon with a gorgeous waterfall. Many 800+ year-old trees await your visit and will greet you alongside eagles, migratory birds and the seasonal salmon run. After this tour, you can be dropped off at your accommodation, downtown or at the airport or ferry terminal.

Discover the best that British Colombia’s capital has to offer on this half-day driving tour of Victoria. Alongside a private guide, visit the city’s key landmarks including the totem poles, the Empress Hotel, the Inner Harbor, Fisherman’s Wharf, and Canada’s oldest Chinatown. While you explore, your guide provides context on the history and culture of the city.

See grizzly bears in the wild on a small-group boat trip to the traditional territory of the Homalco First Nation. Raised viewing platforms offer safe, up-close viewing opportunities, while trained bear guides help spot wildlife. Round-trip transport aboard a covered vessel ensures a comfortable trip in any weather, with lunch, hot drinks, and snacks provided.

Delve into the colorful past of Canada’s oldest Chinatown, in Victoria, British Columbia. This guided walking tour will lead you through the streets and storied allies of the historic neighborhood, as your historian/guide tells you the fascinating, sometimes tragic tales of the people who helped build the city and shape Canada as well as modern China.

Get to know the storied history of Vancouver on a deeper level with this private group-booking walking tour for up to 15 people. Learn about the city, its beginnings as a First Nation’s village, and its place within British Colombia and wider Canada, while you’re guided to some of its most iconic sights. See the Marine Building, Gastown Steam Clock, Waterfront Station, Vancouver Harbor, and much more.

Spend the day cruising the Salish Sea in search of bears, whales, and dolphins on this six hour, small-group tour. Learn about the region’s nature and wildlife from your certified naturalist guide and captain as you relax with complimentary snacks and drinks. This tour highlights the diversity of the coastal waters and marine life, and provides great photo opportunities before you take a break with an onshore lunch accompanied by homemade baked goods.

Vancouver Island’s south west coastline is a landscape of great natural beauty—with soft-sand beaches, rugged cliffs, and old-growth forests hugging the shore. On this tour, travel from Sooke to Port Renfrew with pickup and drop-off in downtown Victoria included. Hit top natural attractions like French Beach and the Jordan River with your guide, and enjoy the freedom to plan your itinerary to hit the sites of most interest.

Experience British Colombia’s striking landscapes from a new perspective on this small-group evening kayaking adventure paddling through the striking vistas of the Johnstone Strait. Spot bald eagles, seals, jumping herring, starfish, and intertidal wildlife as you explore the islets, coves, shorelines, and bull kelp groves near Telegraph Cove, all framed by the picturesque beauty of the British Colombian mainland mountains.

Explore Vancouver Island's magnificent scenery on a full-day, private tour from Victoria to Englishman River Falls, Little Qualicum Falls, and Cathedral Grove, home to some of the tallest and oldest trees on the island. You'll visit a country market, hike through the rainforest and to the waterfalls, and make plenty of photo stops, while learning about Vancouver Island's nature and culture throughout the day. Traveling with a private guide means the trip can be tailored to you, and this tour is priced per-group for up to eight people.