Vancouver · TOUR REVIEWS
Three days or ten, the problem is the same: the water, the forest and the mountains all want a whole day each. The 15 below are the ones that earn the slot, priced and timed, with the full catalogue underneath when you want to go deeper.
Review of Vancouver’s half-day whale-watching cruise, with heated cabins, free wildlife photos, expert guides, wildlife tips, and practical value advice.
“Most whale watching tours were canceled due to rough seas. Our boat was very stable and comfortable even with the swells. Staff was excellent and very knowledgeable. Highly recommended.”
See Vancouver from an open-top bus, hopping off at Stanley Park, Gastown, Granville Island, and more with flexible 24 or 48-hour passes.
“Enjoy the ride as it was fun and Sherrie makes the journey enjoyable. Interesting fact about the city of Vancouver and with Sherrie’s humorous imagination take on the past was quite entertaining. Laughter makes people engaged, keep up the good work Sherrie, you’re awesome.!”
Spend a full day traveling by ferry from Vancouver to Victoria, with two hours at Butchart Gardens and free time in the Inner Harbour.
“We enjoyed our visit to Butchart Gardens & Victoria. Our driver/guide, Bobby (I think his last name was Wilson) was excellent. He told engaging history of the area when there was a lot of driving time or when stopped waiting. He was very clear about times at stops and location of pick ups. Very nice experience. It was a long day but we were prepared for that.”
Review of Vancouver’s covered whale-watching catamaran, with orcas, humpbacks, free photos, heated seating, guides, and practical tips.
“Great. We saw humpbacks up close, orcas and sea lions”
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.”
Walk Gastown’s cobbled streets, taste Vancouver specialties, and hear Wild West tales with food, drinks, and a local guide.
“I will return when visiting Vancouver again! Variety of yummy food and treats. Interesting history. Tour group was good and the guide was cool.”
Cycle through Vancouver’s Stanley Park, Granville Island, False Creek, Chinatown, and Gastown on a friendly small-group tour.
“Safe, informative and FUN!! Greg was an amazing guide with a wealth of local history and stories. A great way to see the city. More time for lunch and exploring Granville Island would have been preferred but overall it was a 10 out of 10 experience!”
Review Capilano Suspension Bridge Park in Vancouver, with bridge, rainforest walks, Cliffwalk, shuttle details, pricing, and practical tips.
“Unforgettable experience! Everyone who visits Vancouver should visit Capilano Suspension Bridge and surrounding nature walks and tree house adventures.”
Review of Vancouver’s flexible hop-on hop-off bus tour, with Stanley Park, Granville Island, Gastown, live guides, audio, and walking tours.
“some of the bus stops were over-filled. Our bus was full, so the poor bus driver had to apologize for a full bus and that a follow-up bus would be coming soon! I understand that at peak times, the busses are full and people don't get off when you expect them to exit. I understand that it is a logistic issue and it is hard anticipate what people will do! I give you folks a lot of credit for dealing with crazy tourists who are not always rational people!”
See Vancouver’s top sights in 3.5 hours, from Gastown and Granville Island to Stanley Park, with hotel or port pickup included.
“It was a wonderful tour. Our tour guide was Brent. Very knowledgeable. Loved the market on Granville Island.”
Review of Vancouver’s half-day tour with Stanley Park, Granville Island, Lions Gate Bridge, and Capilano Suspension Bridge.
“We had an excellent tour around Vancouver BC. They arrived to pick us up promptly and Andy was very knowledgeable about the whole area, and very informative and friendly!!”
Ride the Sea to Sky Gondola, see Shannon Falls, and enjoy free time in Whistler on a scenic Vancouver day trip.
“There are options at each stop that wasn’t spelled out in advance. Some people didn’t wear the appropriate footwear to take part in the adventures. I would have loved to do the gondola ride at Whistler but didn’t realize it wasn’t part of the package. Had I known in advance I would have mentally adjusted to spend the extra $150+ on top of the tour price but didn’t have enough time to justify it, then do it. By the time I decided, it was too late. I could have been prepared in advance and had the funds on hand if I would have known. Overall, it was an exceptional day.…”
Review of Vancouver Whale Watch from Steveston, with orcas, humpbacks, seals, scenery, shuttle details, price, weather tips, and practical advice.
“Wonderful experience seeing humpback whales and sea lions up close. Amazing. The trip lasted about 4 hours”
See Vancouver’s historic districts, Granville Island, Stanley Park, Capilano Bridge, and Vancouver Lookout in one well-paced day.
“This tour was absolutely fantastic! Absolutely worth it, a beautiful experience. Rodrigo was a wonderful guide, friendly and professional!”
See Vancouver, Stanley Park, and the North Shore Mountains from a classic seaplane on this short, memorable Coal Harbour flight.
“What an experience! Full of atmosphere and great photo opportunities. Dave, the pilot, was engaging, polite and safe behind the controls. Would definitely recommend, despite the pretty steep cost.”
Pick a shoreline, a forest or a table.
