13 1-Day Tours in Vancouver to Build a Day Around

1.Victoria and Butchart Gardens Day Trip from Vancouver

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,242 reviews · 13 hours (approx.) · from $232Our pick

Review this 13-hour Vancouver to Victoria trip, with scenic ferries, downtown free time, and the magnificent 55-acre Butchart Gardens.

“Our guide, Sam, was very professional, had a great sense of humor and gave us great information. Visiting Victoria first, we had a wonderful lunch, then explored the town before going to Butchart Gardens was great. We all had a wonderful time. We recommend this tour.”

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2.Whistler, Sea to Sky Gondola, and Shannon Falls Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,134 reviews · 10 hours · from $141Best value

Ride the Sea to Sky Gondola, see 335-metre Shannon Falls, and explore Whistler on a guided 10-hour day trip from Vancouver.

“Jason the driver was amazing at making us feel safe and comfortable during the trip and also gave some amazing facts and knowledge about the local area throughout the drive. would recommend!”

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3.Whistler & Sea to Sky Gondola Day Trip from Vancouver

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 725 reviews · 10 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $185

Review the Whistler and Sea to Sky Gondola day trip from Vancouver, with scenic stops, practical timing, guide tips, costs, and honest drawbacks.

“This tour was completely worth it. Our guide, Zack, was fantastic, incredibly patient, informative, and clearly passionate about the region. He really made the experience smooth and enjoyable from start to finish. The highlight for me was the Sea to Sky Gondola. At the top, the Suspension Bridge offers breathtaking views (and a fun little thrill), and there are lots of trails to explore. I took on the Highline Trail, which, to be honest, was a bit scary at times for someone inexperienced, met for an intermediate level, but absolutely worth it. The views at the top were jaw-dropping. We also stopped in Whistler, which was just as amazing. The…”

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4.Sea to Sky Gondola and Whistler Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 636 reviews · 11 hours · from $156

Ride the Sea to Sky Gondola, see Shannon Falls, and explore Whistler on an 11-hour guided day trip from downtown Vancouver.

“Loved the day trip. Lovely guide. Stopped at waterfall then onto the gondola where views were out of this world. 4hrs in whistler seems a lot but thoroughly enjoyed a walk through woods to the lost lake then wander around town with bite to eat! Amazing sunset on way home! Lovely day! :)”

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5.Vancouver to Victoria Day Trip by Seaplane + Butchart Gardens

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 200 reviews · 6 to 8 hours (approx.) · from $525

Review of the Vancouver to Victoria seaplane day trip, with Butchart Gardens, flight views, timing, costs, transfers, and practical booking advice.

“Day began flying Harbour Air from Vancouver to Victoria. 35 minutes. Then bus to Butchart Gardens. 45 minutes. We spent 3+ hours in the Garden. If Viator gives you a required bus return time, ignore it. You can return to downtown Victoria whenever you desire on the hourly buses. Seaplane flight was super cool with outstanding views. 13 passengers on De Haviland Otter. Butchart was just beautiful! This day trip was absolutely worth it. It’s amazing what they have accomplished there.”

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6.Victoria Day Trip by Seaplane + Whale Watching by Boat

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 142 reviews · 7 to 8 hours (approx.) · from $546

Fly from Vancouver to Victoria by seaplane, then search for orcas, humpbacks, seals, and sea lions on a three-hour whale tour.

“Amazing day! We saw dozens of whales! Captain Bill was great and out crewmen, Jake and Derek were fantastic - funny, knowledgeable, and helpful. The trip was everything we’d hoped for!”

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7.Vancouver to Victoria Seaplane Day Trip + Butchart Gardens

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 141 reviews · from $504

Fly from Vancouver to Victoria by seaplane, visit Butchart Gardens, explore downtown, and return by air in one scenic British Columbia day trip.

“Excursion was excellent, enjoyed first time seaplane trip and Butchart Gardens was amazing. Would recommend this to everyone visiting Vancouver !!”

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8.Sea To Sky Highway, Gondola, & Whistler Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 140 reviews · 10h 30m · from $181

Ride Vancouver’s Sea to Sky Highway to Shannon Falls, the Sea to Sky Gondola, and Whistler, with practical tips on value, timing, and comfort.

“The trip was amazing, bigger than life, the view was amazing and the trip was super fun and paxked with full of information and sight seeing! Definitely recommend for a day out in nature. The tour guide was super knowledgeable and told us super amazing facts and history facts as we go in the bus. Super interesting. Highly recommend!”

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9.Day Trip to Victoria Seaplane with Whale Watching

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 109 reviews · from $520

Fly by seaplane from Vancouver to Victoria, then spend three hours seeking orcas, humpbacks, seals, and other coastal wildlife.

“Thoroughly enjoyed the trip. Everything ran so smoothly and all of the staff were super friendly from the people working at the sea-plane check-in building, to the pilots and the whale watching team. couldn't fault anything 5* service and got to see loads of wildlife which was just wonderful!”

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10.Victoria 1-Day Tour From Vancouver (Butchart Gardens) (Chn&Eng)

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 73 reviews · 12 hours (approx.) · from $187

Review of the 12-hour Vancouver to Victoria tour, including BC Ferries, Butchart Gardens, Chinatown, and practical value tips.

“This was a very nice tour. We saw everything as described. The tour had to be rearranged on the day due to ferry issues but we did not miss anything. Charlie was friendly and informative and handled the changes well. Butchart Gardens were beautiful. So many daffodils and hyacinths, Victoria was nice and even nicer when the sun came out! All in all a lovely day.”

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11.Vancouver to Whistler Seaplane Day Trip: Self-Guided Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 53 reviews · 7 to 9 hours (approx.) · from $375Top rated

Fly from Vancouver to Whistler by seaplane for mountain views, lake landings, free village transfers, and a self-guided day in the resort.

“This tour exceeded our expectations. Our pilot took us over some glaciers and mountains on our way to Whistler. The plane ride was scenic and so much fun. We bought additional tickets for peak to peak gondola. We hiked up top and went on the suspension bridge.”

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12.Butchart, Mile 0, Harbor 1-Day Tour from Vancouver

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 39 reviews · 10 to 12 hours (approx.) · from $181

Ride the Gulf Islands ferry to Victoria, tour Butchart Gardens, see Mile Zero, and enjoy a full day of sights from Vancouver.

“6/7 trip to Victoria is excellent! Our guide Eric is great! He told us very good info. We had a wonderful day.”

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13.Private Whistler Day Trip from Vancouver

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 18 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $311

Review the private Vancouver to Whistler day trip, with Stanley Park, Shannon Falls, Sea to Sky Highway views, private pickup, and practical tips.

“Eric is a fantastic person to travel with. I enjoyed his wonderfull hospitality. I strongly appreciate his tour to every one who looking for a trip in and around Vancouver .”

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