Day trips from Vancouver Island
238 bookable experiences
The best day out of Vancouver Island is usually the one someone else drives. These trips handle the transfers, the timings and the tickets, and have you back by evening.
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Whistler Tour from Vancouver + Sea to Sky Gondola + Shannon Falls
Experience one of British Columbia's most scenic drives aboard a modern executive motorcoach as you travel the spectacular Sea to Sky Highway. Relax in comfort with spacious seating, climate control, and an onboard…
Victoria & Butchart Gardens Tour with Ferry from Vancouver
Explore the best of Victoria on this full-day guided tour from Vancouver! Travel in comfort through the city, then enjoy a scenic 90-minute BC Ferry ride across the Georgia Strait through the Southern Gulf Islands.…
Victoria Half-Day Whale Watching Adventure with Free Photos
Hop aboard Salish Sea Eclipse – a high-speed, luxury, custom-built catamaran. This 95 passenger catamaran was engineered and built in Canada with the safety of our beloved marine wildlife and our guests as priority…
24 Hour Hop On Hop Off Double Decker Victoria City Tour
Discover the best of Victoria at your own pace on a Hop-On Hop-Off bus tour. The comprehensive route takes you to 15 of the city's most popular locations, including China Town, Ogden Point, Fisherman's Wharf, and…
Summer Whale Watching Tour in a Zodiac Boat in Victoria
Join us for a thrilling whale watching experience on the Salish Sea aboard our 12-passenger open-air Zodiac vessels. These custom-built boats are designed for agility, stability, and an up-close connection with the…
Victoria Whale Watch Tour
Encounter majestic wildlife of the Salish Sea onboard our Ocean Cruiser departing from downtown Victoria's scenic inner harbour. No matter the time of day, be prepared for the adventure of a lifetime! The 61-foot…
Summer Victoria Whale Watching Tour on a Covered Vessel
Join us for an unforgettable whale watching experience in comfort and style. Step aboard our spacious covered vessels with heated cabins, comfortable seating, onboard washrooms, and open-air decks offering 360-degree…
Victoria Panorama Scenic Seaplane Tour
Soar over downtown Victoria and its picturesque surroundings on a thrilling 30-minute seaplane experience. Take off directly from the water and enjoy breathtaking aerial views of Victoria’s Inner Harbour, the rugged…
Victoria Whale and Wildlife Cruise
Come and meet the locals—the flippered, furred and feathered kind—on this guided 3.5-hour or more whale watching cruise with Eagle Wing Tours at Victoria’s Fisherman’s Wharf. Hop aboard a comfortable semi-covered or…
The Butchart Gardens Express Shuttle from Downtown Victoria
Don't miss the opportunity to visit the magnificent Butchart Gardens, Victoria's most famous attractions. Butchart Gardens has 55-acre garden of colourful and aromatic flowers is a popular attraction in Victoria that…
NEW Victoria Harbour 75 min Boat Tour with Tour Guide
Experience the tour that Victoria has been crying out for! We're thrilled to partner with the Greater Victoria Harbour Authority to bring you a wonderful 75 minute cruise on our brand new sightseeing boat that was built…
Ghostly Walking Tour in Victoria
Behind Victoria’s old-world charm lie tales of eccentric characters, heroic deeds, intrigue, love, humour, hangings, murder and ghosts! During your 1 hour walking tour, expect to hear great storytelling as you travel…
Pickle Pub Crawl in Victoria's Inner Harbour
Participants embark on a leisurely journey hopping between waterfront pubs and bars, savoring local brews and delicious Victoria inspired cocktails along the way. What sets this crawl apart is the mode of…
Malahat SkyWalk Tickets
One look at the Malahat SkyWalk’s sweeping views and visitors are instantly in awe. The striking 10-story spiral tower brings guests 250 m above sea level to take in 360-degree sightlines of islands, fjords, forests and…
Victoria Guided Food and History Tour
This award-winning, owner-operated 2-hour tour begins at the Phillips Brewing Tasting Room (2000 Government St) and includes stops at The Gates of Harmonious Interest, Fan Tan Alley, Market Square, Bastion Square,…
Victoria Bites and Sights Walking plus Ferry
This walking tour will take you through the charming Old Town of Victoria covering Chinatown, Market Square, Bastion Square, Government st and the Inner Harbour Learn about the culture of Victoria’s amazing culinary…
Victoria Zodiac Boat Whale Watching Adventure
Join us as we head out in search of marine wildlife in the waters of British Columbia on this 3-hour whale-watching adventure in Victoria! Hop aboard your open-air vessel in Victoria’s inner harbour and enjoy an…
Victoria Wine Tour with Wine Tastings and Charcuterie
Join an amazing 5-hour winery tour in Victoria, where you'll visit three of the top wineries of the Cowichan Valley. Your package includes private tastings and samples, round trip transportation from downtown Victoria.…
Downtown Victoria Food & City Tour
On this fun and tasty walking tour we take you to our favorite hidden gems in the downtown core serving up delicious cuisine from local small businesses out of the tourist areas. All led by a local expert guide to tell…
Experience Victoria and Butchart Gardens Premium Tour
Your journey begins in the picturesque Inner Harbour as you board your premium vehicle with black tie driver-guide, and discover some of Victoria’s most notable attractions. Drive through the city's beautiful Beacon…
Vancouver Island Half-Day Whale Watching Tour - Telegraph Cove
Cut through Johnstone Strait’s currents and navigate the Broughton archipelago aboard our semi-covered express cruiser - the Ocean Magic II, in search of native marine wildlife! Listen to our local experts bring the…
Waterfalls, Coombs and Cathedral Grove Rainforest Tour
This 9-hour personal guided tour is a full action packed day of outdoor adventure at its best. Enjoy a scenic drive past Nanaimo to the Coombs area where you will experience some of Vancouver Island's best scenery.…
Victoria & The Butchart Gardens:Deluxe City and Garden Experience
Enjoy a luxury city tour with your own personal guide and experience the beautiful and historical city of Victoria. Your guide will show you the major highlights and also some of the city's hidden gems. Enjoy a scenic…
Heritage Horse-Drawn Carriage Experience in Victoria
Unforgettable Experience Tally-Ho is proud to be one of Victoria’s top-rated attractions, with glowing 5-star reviews. Guests love our friendly guides, well-cared-for horses, and the relaxed pace that makes every ride…
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