Day Trips from Vancouver to Downtown Vancouver

This Private Tour is the best way and most comfortable to explore the finest places of Vancouver and the neighboring North Shore.

Explore Vancouver and the North Shore without the stress of navigating busy city routes. This private full-day experience offers a smooth, door-to-door itinerary with comfortable travel and a more relaxed pace throughout the day. In the afternoon, visit highlights like Capilano Suspension Bridge Park, Capilano River Hatchery, and Cypress Mountain, while enjoying a mix of city sights and natural surroundings.

Have your camera ready to capture photos of bald eagles in Brackendale during this full-day journey to Whistler, via downtown Vancouver. Along the way, stop at Stanley Park and Horseshoe Bay, a quaint village at the entrance to Howe Sound. Your guide follows a scenic route along the Sea to Sky Highway to Shannon Falls, where you'll take a short hike, with time to explore the ski resort year-round.

Bentley Tours has great reviews on Tripadvisor! Join our Whistler tour for a fun and entertaining journey from one of the most beautiful cities in the world to a world class ski resort. Drive through downtown Vancouver and along the seawall of the 1000 acre Stanley Park, over the Lions Gate Bridge before stopping at the Horseshoe Bay Village, a quaint little town at the entrance of Howe Sound, and the home of the BC ferries terminal. After we head up the scenic Sea to Sky highway to the beautiful Shannon Falls, where you'll take a short hike to get up close to BC's third tallest waterfall. And finally, we go to Whistler for 6.5 hours of strolling through the Village, relaxing at the spa, or going down the world's longest zipline at 70 kph! ***Return from Whistler is with a charter bus, which we book for you. Please wait at the Gateway Bus Loop at 6:20pm. The bus takes you to Burrard Station in downtown Vancouver.

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.

Vantage Whistler has great reviews on Tripadvisor! Explore all the major attractions between Vancouver and Whistler. We offer the most comprehensive tours with our knowledgeable and entertaining guides. We pick up right from your hotel or cruise ship terminal in our clean and spacious Mercedes mini-bus (or equivalent). Ride comfortably through downtown Vancouver and Stanley Park while learning about the rich history of Vancouver aka. Hollywood North. We make a brief stop at Horseshoe Bay, a quaint little town at the entrance of of Howe Sound, where you can grab a coffee, and see the BC ferries sail off. Another amazing stop is the beautiful Shannon Falls, where we walk right up to BC's third highest waterfall. If you're lucky, you'll see a few bald eagles in Brackendale--the best place for bald eagle watching, so have your cameras ready! (seasonal) Finally, spend 4 hours of exciting free time in Whislter. If you're visiting Vancouver, this is a tour you won't want to miss!

Vantage Whistler has great reviews on Tripadvisor! We offer a unique opportunity to enjoy one of the most scenic tours in Vancouver. Starting in downtown Vancouver, wee take the winding roads along the seawall of Stanley Park and stop at the Brockton Point Lighthouse to enjoy the picturesque view of the Burrard Inlet, North Shore, and Lions Gate Bridge. The next stop is Horseshoe Bay, a quaint little town at the entrance of Howe Sound. It is also the home of the BC ferries terminal. Afterwards, we head to the scenic Sea to Sky Highway and stop at the Sea to Sky Gondola, where you will ride up to the summit and take in sweeping views of the Howe Sound fjord, the majestic coastal forest and surrounding mountains. You have the option to spend 5 hours of free time at the Sea to Sky Gondola to enjoy the suspension bridge, free tours, mountaintop yoga, rock climbing, etc., or only spend one hour there, and continue to Whistler for more excitement.

Special Addition – Harbour Tour Enjoy a 60-minute paddlewheel cruise past Stanley Park, historic Gastown, the downtown skyline, and the North Shore Mountains. The tour is fully narrated in multiple languages and offers full bar service and snacks, creating a relaxing and scenic experience on the water. The harbour cruise is shared; however, guests seeking a private experience when unavailable may choose alternative private city tour options. Continue discovering Vancouver’s highlights, including Granville Island, vibrant Gastown, and lively Robson Street. Explore Stanley Park and English Bay Beach, and enjoy scenic drives through Downtown and Coal Harbour. See landmarks such as the Gastown Steam Clock, Girl in a Wetsuit, Hollow Tree, A-maze-Ing Laughter, Inukshuk, Beach Avenue, and Burrard Bridge. Tour operates year-round. Harbour cruise dates: April 21–June 21 (Tue–Sun), June 23–July 31 (Daily), September 1–October 11 (Tue–Sun).

Discover Vancouver’s most beautiful sights by land and sky on this unforgettable luxury tour. Travel in comfort by private vehicle to iconic attractions including Bloedel Conservatory, Stanley Park, Canada Place, Gastown, and Granville Island. Enjoy stunning views, local charm, and perfect photo moments at every stop. Then, continue to Vancouver’s scenic harbourfront for the highlight of your adventure: an exhilarating seaplane ride. As the seaplane glides across the water like a runway and lifts into the sky, you will see breathtaking aerial views of Coal Harbour, downtown Vancouver, sparkling skyscrapers, Stanley Park, the coastline, and surrounding natural beauty. This tour is perfect for couples, families, friends, and first-time visitors who want to experience Vancouver in a truly special way. Combining luxury, sightseeing, adventure, and unforgettable views, this is more than a tour — it is a lifetime memory. Book now and see Vancouver like never before.

Discover Vancouver’s top highlights on this full-day city tour, combining urban culture and natural scenery. Visit iconic neighborhoods like Gastown and Chinatown, then explore Stanley Park with scenic coastal views and famous totem poles. Continue to Granville Island, where you can browse local shops and enjoy the public market at your own pace. Unlike typical city tours with quick stops, this experience allows more time at key locations, so you can walk around, take photos, and fully enjoy each destination.

Explore British Columbia’s coastline by land and sea on this Victoria and Butchart Gardens tour from Vancouver. Hop aboard your ferry and enjoy a cruise through the beautiful Gulf Islands. Visit the botanical Butchart Gardens, where fountains sit among themed flowerbeds and sunken gardens. Explore vibrant corners of Victoria such as Chinatown and the Inner Harbour at your leisure.

Check off two of Vancouver Island's top attractions in just one day—and enjoy a uniquely festive way to explore—on this full-day, Christmas-themed tour that visits both Victoria and Butchart Gardens. With included hotel pickup and round-trip transit from Vancouver, getting there is made simple. In Victoria, explore the Inner Harbour and more under the twinkling lights. Then, see Butchart Gardens all dressed up for the holiday season.

See more of Vancouver in one seamless outing without juggling transport or planning routes across the city. This tour connects downtown highlights with natural escapes, pairing iconic neighborhoods and waterfront views with a visit to Capilano Suspension Bridge’s Canyon Lights. Enjoy a well-paced experience that lets you cover both urban sights and scenic landscapes with ease.

Two of Vancouver’s most popular attractions are included in this tour. Take a walk on the wild side in the forest at the Capilano Suspension Bridge. Then see the world from the top as you ride the largest aerial tramway in North America--the Grouse Mountain Skyride. The tour also includes a stop at the Capilano River hatchery.

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.

Spend half a day touring Vancouver’s natural and urban highlights on this sightseeing bus tour. Your guide escorts you to key attractions such as Canada Place, Robson Street and across the Lions Gate Bridge. Listen to commentary as you wind through vibrant neighborhoods and tree-lined paths in Stanley Park. Get an overview of the city even if you're short on time.

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.

Enjoy round-trip travel from Vancouver to Victoria, and discover top attractions in British Columbia on this Victoria and Butchart Gardens day trip from Victoria. Take the ferry to Vancouver Island, and enjoy fine views over the beautiful Gulf Islands. Dock in Swartz Bay, and visit the famous Butchart Gardens, exploring the grounds at your leisure. Then, enjoy free time to explore the city, perhaps walking through Chinatown and the Inner Harbour, before returning to Vancouver by ferry.

The North Shore is Vancouver's dramatic backyard — a world of ancient forests, mountain lookouts, suspension bridges, and sheltered coves that most visitors barely glimpse from across the harbour. This extended private tour pulls back the curtain on all of it. Beginning with a scenic downtown drive and a morning in Stanley Park, the itinerary crosses into the North Shore for a full afternoon of exploration: the lighthouse-tipped headlands of Lighthouse Park, a waterfront lunch at Lonsdale Quay, sweeping views from Cypress Mountain, the dam-side calm of Cleveland, the canyon rainforest of Lynn Canyon, and an extended golden-hour stay at Whytecliff Park — where the day concludes with some of the finest coastal scenery in British Columbia.

While lots of tours help you take in Vancouver’s dramatic scenery, most focus on daylight views, so you miss the chance to take in the city illuminated beneath the night sky. On this half-day small-group tour, enjoy a drive through Stanley Park’s lush forests, cross the Capilano Suspension Bridge, and enjoy a gondola ride up Grouse Mountain, where you’ll enjoy an included dinner at a nearby restaurant.

Cycle and hike your way through British Columbia’s rugged landscape on a 6.5-hour tour from Vancouver with lunch. Watch for signs of wildlife as you walk through Lynn Canyon, cross a scenic suspension bridge and explore a stunning temperate rainforest. Get sweeping views from the saddle while riding the Trans Canada Trail through Pitt Meadows, where the snow capped mountains around Frasier Valley are a dramatic backdrop for winding rivers and marshland. Enjoy all-inclusive access to equipment, lunch and transportation.

Embark on an unforgettable Victoria and Butchart Gardens tour from Vancouver. Cruise 90 minutes across the Strait of Georgia aboard BC Ferries, enjoying stunning coastal views. In Victoria, explore top attractions like Mile O, the Empress Hotel, and historic Chinatown. Then, wander through Butchart Gardens' 55 acres of meticulously landscaped beauty. On the return, relax on the ferry decks and soak in the views. Your adventure concludes with a hotel drop-off, leaving you with unforgettable memories of British Columbia's natural splendor.

Take a Seadoo tour to some of Vancouver's prettiest locations with this guided day tour, suitable for all levels of experience. You'll start at Granville Island, where you'll learn how to control a Seadoo before continuing up to English Bay and onwards to Horseshoe Bay Park. You'll then head to Gibson's Public Market, where you'll stop for lunch before making your way back to Granville Island.