Top Vancouver IslandTours
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Salish Sea Horse-Drawn Carriage Tour of Victoria
CA$240Unforgettable 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 unforgettable. A Tour with Heart & Heritage Our guides don’t just share history—they bring it to life. Each tour is tailored with fascinating stories, horse insights, and local tips, creating a concierge-style experience that feels personal and unique. A Rare Connection with Horses Guests will meet, connect, and take photos with our gentle, endangered-breed horses —an intimate, hands-on experience you won’t find anywhere else. 120+ Years of Tradition Launched in 1903, Tally-Ho has been a treasured part of Victoria’s story for more than a century, delighting generations of visitors. A Living Piece of History With iconic carriages, beloved horses, and heartfelt storytelling, Tally-Ho offers a one-of-a-kind journey that honors the past while creating lasting memories.
⏳ 45 minutes ✅ Free Cancellation -
The Big Zip Experience
CA$72.45This is a great way to see the beauty of the Sooke Basin on Southern Vancouver Island! Head on over to the local pub or explore the hiking trails nearby after your ride.
⏳ 1 - 2 hours ✅ Free Cancellation -
Historical Victoria Walking Tour
CA$24Discover Victoria's story on a 1.5 hour walking tour with a knowledgeable and fun local historian. Enjoy picturesque views of the famous Inner Harbour and explore streets, alleys and squares as you learn about Victoria's fascinating history. This tour provides a superb overview, but also delves into the details of what makes Victoria such a unique and historically rich destination.
⏳ 1 - 2 hours ✅ Free Cancellation -
Victoria Harbour Kayak Tour
CA$99Enjoy front-row views of Victoria Harbour during this 3-hour guided kayaking tour. As you paddle, take in bustling scenes of ferries, seaplanes and yachts sharing the historic waterways with seals and river otters. The BC Parliament Buildings and the ivy-covered Fairmont Empress hotel provide a dramatic backdrop overlooking the Inner Harbour. Soak up more peaceful scenery when your easygoing kayak excursion travels north into the Gorge Waterway.
⏳ 2 - 3 hours ✅ Free Cancellation -
Murder Mystery Detective Experience in Langford BC
CA$14.99Step into the shoes of a newly-minted detective, tasked by Commander Mahoney to solve a gripping case... murder on the streets of Langford. Throughout this crime-solving audio adventure, visit each of the 10 mapped locations. You'll follow a Driving Map and explore the city's outskirts. The exact starting point will be revealed. *See images for route. Park at each location, listen to the audio story, and put your detective skills to the test by gathering clues and piecing together the evidence. Finally, make your deductions and issue an arrest warrant. Your overall detective skills will be evaluated, culminating in a Case Performance Score to measure your sleuthing prowess. This game is suitable for solo detectives, dynamic duos, or groups of mystery enthusiasts, offering an immersive audio tale filled with intrigue.
⏳ 2 - 3 hours ✅ Free Cancellation -
Axe Throwing in Victoria
CA$31.97Drop in for an hour, let us introduce you to this great sport and guide you through the basics of throwing an axe and hitting the bullseye! Bring your friends and family, a stranger you met on the bus, a tinder date you want to make a great first impression on… grab an axe and get throwing! Axe throwing is an amazing indoor activity in Victoria, no matter the weather outside you can always throw and axe! It’s a great opportunity to learn a new skill under the guidance of our experienced coaches, or perfect the skills you already have. Axe Throwing is perfect for a Sunday-Funday, a rainy day, smokey fire day, or a get-out-of-the-cold activity. Bring your friends and family, a stranger you met on the bus, a bumble date…grab an axe and get throwing!
⏳ 1 hour ✅ Free Cancellation -
Victoria Harbour: a Smartphone Audio Walking Tour
CA$10.99Listen to a tour guide through your smartphone as you discover this historical area of Victoria & the Inner Harbour. On this easy to walk tour you'll see a variety of historical sites, music venues, artisan shops & marine living that make up the harbour section of the city. Highlights include Chinatown, Market Square, Waddington Alley, Inner Harbour, the Parliament Buildings, Fisherman's Wharf & more! GPS map shows where you are and where to go next. As you get close, tour guide commentary will automatically play. The tour also comes with a fun location based trivia game. After the commentary plays, look at your device and tap your answer. Keep the professional tour guide experience, ditch crowded tour groups, tight schedules and high prices. Enjoy anytime, not just on your booking date. Stop & start anywhere along route. The number of travelers you select is the number of devices you can download the tour to. Trust the platform with over 75 tours & 25,000+ happy customers.
⏳ 2 hours ✅ Free Cancellation -
Downtown Victoria’s Historical Heart: A Self-Guided Walking Tour
CA$16.64Explore Victoria’s history from its indigenous roots to the Victorian Era at your own pace with this affordable audio tour. • Take in the Inner Harbour where the city got its start and Victoria’s Chinatown which was once known for gambling and opium trade • Hear from producer Michele Davis whose passion for Victoria inspired her to lead guided tours – and to carefully craft this VoiceMap tour • Do it all in 90 minutes or linger at stops along the way with complete control over when you start and finish • Get unlimited use before your booking date and after it • Use the virtual tour option at home Once you’ve booked, you’ll receive a ticket with instructions and a unique code listed under “Before You Go”. Then simply install the VoiceMap app and enter your code. The app displays directions to the starting point, and when you’re in the right place, just pop in your headphones and tap start. VoiceMap has automatic GPS playback, with turn-by-turn directions. It also works offline.
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Winter Victoria Whale and Wildlife Covered Vessel Tour
CA$172.2Enjoy winter wildlife watching in comfort and style aboard our covered vessels! Each vessel features a heated cabin with comfortable seating, full washroom facilities, and elevated outdoor 360-degree panoramic viewing decks—perfect for capturing stunning photos. Sip complimentary hot beverages and listen as your dedicated naturalists share insights about the wildlife you encounter. This luxurious, easy-going tour is ideal for all ages, especially those seeking a serene experience. WHAT YOU CAN SEE ON YOUR WILDLIFE TOURS: Humpback whales, Biggs killer whales, Stellar Sea Lions, California Sea Lions, Bald Eagles, Harbour Seals, Harbour Porpoises, and more!
⏳ 3 hours ✅ Free Cancellation -
Zodiac Boat Whale and Wildlife 4-Hour Tour from Campbell River
CA$240.25This tour is perfect for those short on time but eager for an exciting, fast-paced ride. Your adventure begins at our Float House, where our team will suit you up in protective gear. You'll then board our open-air Zodiac, a vessel designed for a thrilling, close-to-the-water experience. Your expert naturalist guide will navigate the waters of the Salish Sea and Discovery Islands, sharing fascinating insights about the ecosystem. We have a high likelihood of encountering humpback whales, Steller sea lions, and harbour seals. We'll also be on the lookout for orcas and Pacific white-sided dolphins. Water and a light snack are included. This is an unforgettable half-day adventure for all ages 4 and up.
⏳ 4 hours ✅ Free Cancellation -
Vancouver Craft Brewery Neighbourhood Walking Tour
CA$89A Craft Beer Neighborhood Tasting Experience Like No Other! Vancouver has a huge craft beer scene and is considered one of best in Canada. This is a popular neighbourhood culture crawl among Vancouver's most interesting local breweries. Learn about Canada's craft beer movement and the culture that surrounds it while enjoying personalized beer tastings only available in Vancouver.
⏳ 3 hours ✅ Free Cancellation -
The Victoria Chocolate & Bakery Tour
CA$75Our Victoria Chocolate Tour is a sweet 2-hour walking tour through Victoria’s top chocolatiers and bakeries. Starting at The Chocolate Project, you’ll taste rare chocolate bars and learn about the chocolate-making process led by a world-renowned chocolate judge. A quick stop at La Taquisa for some homemade Mole sauce on a taco - a unique savory stop! After taking in the sights along Blanshard and Fort Streets including the historic St. Andrew's Cathedral, we visit Chocolat & Co for a decadent truffle and luxurious drinking chocolate crafted by award-winning chocolatier David Booth. Next we visit two amazing bakeries including OSO for a unique freshly baked chocolate croissant and Bon Macaron for a selection of chocolate macarons. The tour visits the oldest chocolate shop in Canada, Rogers’ Chocolates, for a trio of chocolates, including the famous Victoria Cream. Finally, we wrap up with a Nanaimo Bar at the Off The Eaten Track tasting room.
⏳ 2 hours ✅ Free Cancellation -
Private | Victoria City Highlights Walking Tour
CA$192.86Victoria Private City Tour - Tour Overview Prepare for an exceptional journey with our fully customizable Private City Tour of Victoria, revealing the City of Gardens through the lens of a knowledgeable local guide. Embark on a walk through the city, encountering must-see landmarks, attractions, and hidden gems. Enjoy narratives rich with history, architecture, and local lore, tailored to your interests. We'll share insider recommendations, ensuring you maximize your experience in Victoria. Victoria offers a sensory delight with its natural beauty, historic buildings, tranquil gardens, and culinary pleasures. Your guide will provide insights on how to best enjoy Victoria and Canada, whether your interest lies in food, entertainment, day trips, nature, or nightlife. Specify your preferences during booking, and we'll customize your tour accordingly.
✅ Free Cancellation -
60-Minute Beacon Hill Park Tour
CA$310Travel by horse-drawn carriage through many parts of Victoria, including Beacon Hill Park and the Dallas Road waterfront. Visit the Mile 0 of the Trans Canada Highway where you will experience the splendor of the Olympic Mountains and the Strait of Juan de Fuca. Tour routes are subject to change.
⏳ 1 hour ✅ Free Cancellation -
Victoria & The Butchart Gardens:Deluxe City and Garden Experience
CA$706Enjoy 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 drive out to the Butchart Gardens. Over 100 years old, the gardens were once an old lime quarry now transformed into a piece of heaven. Even if you're not a fan of flowers, you will be amazed by the layout of the 55 acre estate. After the gardens, enjoy a scenic drive back to Victoria. This tour is great for those who want to experience all the major highlights in a short time. Please be advised that all sightseeing tours may be customized to the customers requests.
⏳ 4 hours ✅ Free Cancellation -
Artisan Donuts & Local Flavors: Victoria's Sweetest Adventure
CA$97.12Our tour starts at a quintessentially Victoria donut shop, Empire Donuts, in the heart of downtown. Empire is known for its unique donuts in an intergalactic 50’s diner style shop. From there, we walk a short distance to a beloved coffee and donut spot in Victoria, passing some of the best restaurant locations (according to our guides!) along the way. Next, we will make our way down to Government Street, taking in the inner harbour which includes the Empress hotel and parliament buildings. As we weave our way back into downtown, we will eventually hit our third donut spot, a local ma and pop shop for delightful donuts. Finally, we will walk towards Chinatown and end at Friend and Family Bake in Fantan Alley. This bakery has numerous Filipino treats, including donuts, and if we are lucky, we can see these delicious treats being made. We can’t wait to show you this wonderful city in all its donut glory! We hope to see you soon! Book your tour today!
⏳ 2 hours ✅ Free Cancellation -
Victoria Butterfly Gardens Ticket
CA$21Conveniently located just five minutes from the world famous Butchart Gardens, Victoria Butterfly Gardens offers a fun and educational experience for the whole family. With our ever-changing tropical rain forest environment, there is always something new for everyone of all ages to discover. Open every day except for Christmas Day Closing early for special event April 15. Last admission at 3pm doors closed at 4pm
✅ Free Cancellation -
Campbell River, BC: Full Day Grizzly Bear Tour in Toba Inlet
CA$675Explore the once-dormant beauty of Toba Inlet in partnership with Klahoose Coastal Adventures. After a mesmerizing boat journey through the Inlet's dramatic cliffs and waterfalls, join our seasoned guides and Klahoose First Nation guides to venture into the heart of Grizzly bear territory. With small group sizes for minimal habitat disruption, witness these majestic creatures indulging in the annual salmon feast from strategically positioned viewing platforms. At Eagle Eye Adventures, we're committed to sharing our passion and knowledge, offering an intimate and educational journey into the remarkable Toba valley.
⏳ 8 hours ✅ Free Cancellation -
Christmas in Victoria and the Butchart Gardens
CA$450Enjoy the beautiful atmosphere of Christmas in Victoria and the Butchart Gardens. Start the evening by heading straight to the Butchart Gardens to avoid the crowds and enjoy their incredible light display and festive atmosphere. After Butchart Gardens, stop by some of Victoria's top residential Christmas lights displays. At the end of the tour, your guide will take time to enjoy the festive lights of the Inner Harbor. The tour is approximately 4.5 hours from pick up to drop off.
⏳ 4 - 5 hours ✅ Free Cancellation -
Victoria Whale and Wildlife Cruise
CA$194.25Come 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 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. Find out how you’re supporting a leader in ocean conservation, education, research and sustainability. Watch for seals, sea lions, otters and porpoises as well as bald eagles and an amazing assortment of marine birds. Hoping for something bigger? Whales are guaranteed or you come back for free! Hotel transport included.
⏳ 3 - 4 hours ✅ Free Cancellation -
Victoria Marine Wildlife Tour
CA$175Discover 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!
⏳ 3 hours ✅ Free Cancellation -
Private Deluxe Tour of Victoria & to Butchart Gardens (5 hrs)
CA$680Embark on a private, personable journey through Victoria, followed by a visit to the world-renowned Butchart Gardens located just 40 minutes from the city. Stroll through Fisherman’s Wharf, a vibrant community of colourful floating homes and food kiosks. Wander the charming Inner Harbour, framed by elegant historic buildings and scenic waterfront views. Visit Canada’s oldest Chinatown and take a stroll through the iconic Fan Tan Alley. Explore the magnificent Butchart Gardens at your own pace, taking in the breathtaking Sunken Garden, the striking water fountain, the seasonal Rose Garden, and the serene Japanese and elegant Italian Gardens. After your garden exploration, we’ll continue to Mount Tolmie for outstanding panoramic views of the region. The tour concludes with a drive through Victoria’s picturesque neighbourhoods, including photo stops at the exterior of Craigdarroch Castle and Government House—the residence used by the Royal Family during visits.
⏳ 5 hours ✅ Free Cancellation -
Cowichan Bay Half Day Whale & Wildlife Adventure
CA$212.31Our Half Day 3.5 – 4 hour Whale and Wildlife Adventures focus on Orca Whales, Transient Killer Whales, Humpback Whales, Grey Whales and Minke Whales. You will also encounter Sea Lions, Bald Eagles, Harbour Seals, Dalls and Harbour Porpoise as well as a myriad of marine birds on your whale watching eco tour. - Highest Sightings of Orca/Killer Whales on Vancouver Island - Expert Captain/Naturalist - Small Groups - 12 passengers or less - 3.5-4 hour whale/wildlife tours - $165 / adult - $117 / child (ages 4 - 12) - Not suitable for pregnant women We are the most centrally located Whale Watching Company on Vancouver Island with the highest sighting of Orcas and Humpback Whales every year. Small Personal Tour groups, never more than 12 passengers on our boats. Marine Wildlife Photography Specialists. Longer Tours to ensure Maximum Viewing Time with the whales and wildlife. We focus on the whole Salish Sea ecosystem. Passionate, certified captains and an exemplary safety record.
⏳ 4 hours ✅ Free Cancellation -
Iconic & Obscure Walking Tour in Victoria
CA$23Embark on a captivating 2-hour walking tour through downtown Victoria, unveiling stories of the city's history and contemporary culture, led by a knowledgeable and enthusiastic guide. Begin at the iconic Inner Harbour, amidst the architectural wonders of the Empress and the BC Legislative building. Explore the evolution of Government Street, discovering the charm of Bastion Square's cobblestone streets. Traverse Market Square's heritage and modern fusion, uncover Chinatown's multicultural past, immersing yourself in the captivating stories that shape Victoria's vibrant core.
⏳ 2 hours ✅ Free Cancellation