Top British Columbia Rail Tours

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.

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.

Your camera just might run out of memory space on this trip. Discover one dramatic landscape after another on this full-day coach tour between Vancouver and Whistler: the Sea-to-Sky highway, the Sea-to-Sky Gondola, Squamish, and Whistler Village. From the gondola, admire Howe Sound, the Squamish River, and the coastal mountain range. Enjoy plenty of free time to wander about Squamish and partake in Whistler Village activities on your own. Round-trip transport from select locations included.

Book this quick-and-easy round-trip seaplane flight package from Vancouver to Victoria. Fly over the Georgia Strait and Gulf Islands, and enjoy a picturesque arrival in Victoria’s Inner Harbour. Enjoy free time in Victoria, before returning on an afternoon or evening flight back to downtown Vancouver. Bonus: A shuttle bus and admission fee to the Butchart Gardens are included, making this travel experience even more pleasant.

Feel like you’ve stepped back in time to vintage Victoria with a 1-hour tour through the city’s most splendid neighborhoods aboard a horse-drawn carriage. Beginning at the illustrious Empress hotel, admire sailing ships in the Inner Harbor and trot through the leafy gardens and lawns of Beacon Hill Park. Pass stately Victorian mansions and other local landmarks like the Trans-Canada Highway Mile 0 marker, and take in fantastic views of the Olympic Mountains and the Strait of Juan de Fuca during the stylish ride. 

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.

Discover the natural wonders of Vancouver and Victoria an exhilarating whale watching excursion! Delight in lovely aerial views on the crossing of the Strait of Georgia by seaplane—the most eco-friendly transport to Victoria. From the island capital, set off on an exciting cruise through Haro Strait, native home to orcas (killer whales), sea lions and seals, followed by a return flight to the mainland.

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.

Explore the city of Victoria and the famous Butchart Gardens on this half-day guided tour. On the way to the gardens, stop at several attractions including Beacon Hill Park, Craigdarroch Castle, and Mount Tolmie Park. While at the Butchart Gardens, take in the impressive floral displays and the many theme gardens. On the return trip, visit Chinatown, Parliament, and the Empress Hotel.

Admire the scenery of the Rocky Mountain National Parks of Canada on a comfortable guided train tour. Discover Banff, Icefield, Yoho and Jasper. Be awestruck by Lake Louise, Moraine Lake, Emerald Lake and more. Cruise along Icefield Parkway to the Columbia Icefield. Ride the snowcoach and take a skywalk on the Athabasca Glacier. Experience the scenic lakes and canyons of Jasper and the rock walls and waterfalls of Yoho.

Train travel has become more and more elusive these days but this 5-day journey from Vancouver to Calgary gives you a taste of the Rockies aboard Canada’s VIA Rail. Travel through the Canadian Rocky Mountains watching lakes, forests, and mountain peaks pass you by. Enjoy guided tours at each destination exploring places like Jasper National Park, the Columbia Icefield, Banff, Lake Louise, and Lake Moraine.

Experience the breathtaking beauty of the Rockies from two distinct perspectives on this combined bus and Rocky Mountaineer train tour. This 5-Day tour includes the luxury train - Rocky Mountaineer together with the prestige guided tour to Banff, Icefield, Yoho and Jasper! Discover Lake Louise, Moraine Lake, Emerald Lake and Peyto Lake. Your guided trip starts from Banff National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Enjoy one of the most famous “world-class” parkway, Icefield parkway, to the Columbia Icefield. Join the unique experience [Glacier Explorer (Snowcoach)] onto Athabasca Glacier. Yoho National Park, “rock walls and waterfalls,” as an expression of wonder and awe, it can roughly be translated as, “Wow!”

Embark on a remarkable 5-day train and bus journey through the stunning landscapes of the Canadian Rockies. Prepare to be captivated by the majestic beauty of nature as you traverse from the ocean through lush forests to towering mountain peaks. Marvel at iconic sights including Banff National Park, where you can take a scenic ride on the Banff Gondola up Sulphur Mountain. Explore the turquoise waters of Lake Louise and Moraine Lake, and hike through the breathtaking Johnston Canyon. Journey along the famous Icefields Parkway and add an optional excursion to the serene Maligne Lake for an additional fee. Choose from a variety of train classes, ranging from budget-friendly economy to berth and cabin options.

Embark on an unforgettable 6-day tour through the Canadian Rockies, immersing yourself in breathtaking natural beauty and iconic attractions. After your train journey and Jasper self-explore. Begin your bus tour by exploring Banff National Park, where you'll ride the Banff Gondola to the summit of Sulphur Mountain and marvel at panoramic vistas. Discover the stunning turquoise waters of Lake Louise and Moraine Lake, and hike through the scenic Johnston Canyon. Traverse the renowned Icefields Parkway, soaking in the spectacular mountain scenery along the way. In addition to these highlights, venture to the awe-inspiring Columbia Icefields, where you'll have the opportunity to step onto the glacier and experience its icy wonders up close. Marvel at the immense expanse of ice and learn about its fascinating natural history.