Top Vancouver Island Shore Excursions

Cruise the Salish Sea in comfort while you search for whales, seals, bald eagles, and otters on this half-day guided tour. This whale-watching experience is led by a certified naturalist, eager to share their knowledge on the area’s wildlife and natural history. If no whales are sighted—no worries! You can return for free.

Experience the capital of British Columbia as you embark on this express tour of Victoria. With a private guide, travel in a deluxe van and cover the highlights of the city including the Inner Harbour, Chinatown, Craigdorrach Castle, and Fisherman’s Wharf. Your guide explains the history of the city and provides tips on other places that you can explore.

Trade your cruise ship for a whale-watching vessel on a 3-hour shore excursion from the port of Victoria. Travel into the open waters of the northern Pacific Ocean to spot native marine life including orcas, humpback whales, harbor seals and minke whales. Learn about British Columbia’s amazing aquatic ecosystems from onboard naturalist guides, who will help point out passing species along the way. It’s an exciting and educational voyage for the whole family!

When you make port in Victoria, discover top city attractions in style on this 2-hour Victoria castles and neighborhoods bike tour. Follow your guide by bicycle through Victoria and gain insight into the city’s colorful past. Explore diverse districts such as the Inner Harbour, Cook Street Village and Chinatown. Take in panoramic views over Dallas Road’s waterfront and marvel at the creepy Craigdarroch Castle. Spin through pretty Moss Rock Park and Beacon Hill Park, and enjoy the creative buzz of leafy Fernwood.

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.

Enjoy a hassle-free transfer from downtown Victoria to Vancouver Cruise Ship Terminal - Canada Place with this transfer service for cruise ship passengers by bus. Board the bus at Capital City Station, and then enjoy a scenic ferry trip across the Strait of Georgia and through the Gulf Islands. Upon arrival at Tsawwassen Ferry Terminal, enjoy a seamless transfer to the cruise ship terminal.

Set out for a customized tour that includes a visit to the themed botanicals of Butchart Gardens during this private, personalized tour that includes transportation in a Tesla. Select from a half- or full-day tour and cover Victoria's must-see attractions from its gardens, castles, ocean, forest, farms, and city. There is even a stop at a cidery for a tasting and the option to include a gourmet lunch.

Discover the best of Victoria as you explore with an expert guide on this half-day sightseeing tour. With a private guide, explore the Inner Harbor and Fisherman’s Wharf to see historic sights, floating homes, beautiful landscapes, and more. Then, enjoy a guided tour of the Butchart Gardens which are filled with floral displays ranging from Italian- to Japanese-style, ponds, and fountains.

Discover the best that British Colombia’s capital has to offer on this half-day driving tour of Victoria. Alongside a private guide, visit the city’s key landmarks including the totem poles, the Empress Hotel, the Inner Harbor, Fisherman’s Wharf, and Canada’s oldest Chinatown. While you explore, your guide provides context on the history and culture of the city.

Explore the most picturesque roads of southern Vancouver Island with our experienced local tour guides, we will provide you with plenty of opportunities to walk and discover different destinations. We offer private tours that are customized to your interests, preferred pace, and starting time, making your experience truly unique.

Saanich is dotted with a stellar selection of cider-house farms, craft breweries, distilleries, and vineyards. On this tour, spin through the British Columbia countryside with your guide and sample Saanich’s beers, ciders, wines, and more. Choose the tour duration to suit your preferences—between three and six hours—and savor the flavors of British Columbia. Enjoy sweeping views over the volcanic hills and peaceful fjords, with round-trip travel from Victoria.

Discover why British Columbia is one of the best places in the world to see whales and other marine wildlife on this 3-hour tour with Eagle Wing Tours at Victoria’s Fisherman’s Wharf. Hop aboard a comfortable semi-covered or open boat and help support Eagle Wing’s many conservation, education and research activities! Let certified and knowledgeable naturalists be your guides to the stunning wildlife and natural history of the Salish Sea. Watch for seals, sea lions, otters and porpoises as well as bald eagles and a mind-boggling assortment of marine birds. Hoping for something bigger? There’s always a chance to see humpback, killer, minke or grey whales!

Climb into an elegant Tesla and embark on a winery tour through Vancouver Island's Cowichan Valley during this full-day, private wine-tasting tour. After pickup, tour premium wineries, cideries, distilleries, and breweries for a front-of-the-line experience. Sip local varieties at each stop and enjoy lunch in the vineyard during your tour.

Tour the historic city in a thoroughly modern car. You and your friends will enjoy the luxury ride in a Tesla as your private guide chauffeurs you to the destinations in and around Victoria you are most eager to see. Itineraries will be adjusted according to your time and interests to make it a personalized tour you’ll love.

If you’re looking to explore Vancouver Island’s wild west coast without the hustle and bustle of Tofino, consider visiting Port Renfrew. Once we pick you up, we’ll take a scenic drive along the Pacific Marine Road. We will stop to marvel at the stunning views of Harris Creek and pay a visit to the 500-year-old Harris Creek Spruce, which spans an impressive 4 meters wide. Then, it’s off to Port Renfrew for some invigorating hikes and tide pool exploration at Botanical Beach. We’ll also make a stop at the awe-inspiring Avatar Grove. There, you can witness 1000-year-old Western Red Cedars, including the famous “Gnarliest Tree in Canada.” Before returning to the east coast, we’ll take a 20-minute detour to see one of the Island’s most photographed sites: Sombrio Falls. The falls are tucked away in a short slot canyon on the beach.

Immerse yourself in the temperate rainforest as your guide leads you through a forest bathing exercise. Experience nature from a more spiritual point of view as your guide uses a variety of techniques, such as guided visualization and a Tibetan singing bowl. Give yourself permission to take a break from the frenzy of modern life and finish the tour with a visit to a 650-year-old Douglas fir tree.

This tour is amazing for people who want to experience everything Vancouver Island has to offer, in a short period of time without having to rent a car. From waterfalls to beaches, hiking, caves and old-growth forests, this tour has ALL the land-based activities and vistas you can dream of. Our guides are amazing at making you feel comfortable the whole duration of the trip. They are super knowledgeable about our Environment and history and can also share the best place for Happy Hour. The camping portion of this trip does include power on site and the campsite does have coin showers if you wish to use them. You will be sleeping in a yurt-style tent in a comfy camp bed after an amazing dinner and bonfire with smore's!

Known as Vancouver Island’s "Provence,” the Saanich Peninsula is an island getaway inside an island getaway—and with this tour, you’ll get to explore its most scenic sights. Picked up at your Victoria area hotel, you and your group get to customize your adventure: leave it to your driver, or choose between gardens, sea views, and more. Either way, it’s a guaranteed day of relaxation and wonder.

Explore the beautifully historic center of Victoria, then trade downtown streets for the flower-lined paths of Butchart Gardens on a half-day, private tour of the city. You'll start with a trip to Fisherman's Wharf, then see the Parliament Buildings, the Empress Hotel, Beacon Hill Park, and Craigdarroch Castle, following scenic roads through the Vancouver Island countryside. With departures throughout the day, this tour of Victoria highlights is priced per vehicle, and can be tailored to your private group of up to seven people.

If you are short on time, but eager to see the most beautiful spots in Victoria, this is the tour for you. Have your camera ready for stops at Fisherman’s Wharf, Chinatown, Beacon Hill Park, Craigdarroch Castle, the Lieutenant Governor’s estate, and Oak Bay Village and Marina. Get your small group together and enjoy this guided tour through all the gorgeous scenery of Victoria.