The 10 Best Tours in Sidney, Vancouver Island

Take a kayaking excursion in the Gulf Islands with a guided, full-day, by seaplane flight and from Vancouver to Ganges Harbour. Hop on a seaplane from Vancouver to British Columbia's Gulf Islands. Then kayak the Saltspring Island waters looking for everything from whales, seals, otters, seagulls, eagles, and more. Return to downtown Vancouver before getting dark and Enjoy your wonderful evening after refreshment. This trip includes a picnic lunch and pick up from and returns to accommodation anywhere in Vancouver — including hotels, private residences, and Air B&B.

Inclusions: Round trip by Seaplane , 5 hours kayaking excursion, Lunch on the beach, Pickup from anywhere in Vancouver including hotels, private residences, airb&b, All local taxes

Exclusions: Although they are optional, it is customary in Canada to reward good service with a gratuity of 10-to-15 percent

Our Craft Vine, Orchard & Stills tours let you savour the sights & tastes of Saanich at your own pace. Let us transport you into the future of travel in the serenely-quiet, sporty luxury of an Alset Tours' Obsidian Black Falcon-Winged Model X SUV or Signature Red Tesla Model S 85: Burgundár, the world's first fully-electric, solar-powered* touring sedan. Choose your favourite crafty tasting and slake your sightseeing thirst at a local craft cafe, vineyard, distillery, or brewery. Your 3 or 4 hour Tesla Tour includes standard tastings at two to three Saanich destinations: longer 5 or 6 hour tours offer extended gourmet tasting options and may include a visit to the Cowichan valley with time for fine dining at a farm-to-table restaurant or a gourmet catered charcuterie (restaurant costs not included in tour price).

Inclusions: Transport by private vehicle, Private tour, Standard Tastings (extended tastings available for purchase), Professional driver, local guide

Exclusions: Lunch, Food and additional drinks (available for purchase), Gratuities

Explore the breathtaking beauty of Vancouver Island on your full day biking adventure. Cycle along the Lochside Trail through the Saanich Peninsula and Elk/Beaver Lake Regional Park to a beautiful vineyard perched on top of a hill. Enjoy a wine tasting on the grounds while you admire the spectacular vistas over Vancouver Island, the San Juan Islands and the Olympic Peninsula. Your tour includes bicycle rental and helmet, lunch and refreshments at a local farm to table cafe, transportation for the day, ferry tickets, and a wine tasting. This trip is suitable for adventurous people of all ages, with a basic to moderate level of fitness.

Inclusions: Transport by private bus, Use of bicycle and helmet, Pickup and drop-off from designated meeting points, Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only), Tour escort/host, Driver/guide, All activities, Wine tasting, Lunch, Bottled water, All taxes, fees and handling charges

Exclusions: Gratuities

Explore Victoria's highlights on this small-group day trip from Vancouver. Enjoy a 1.5-hour cruise to Vancouver Island and then take a sightseeing coach tour of downtown Victoria, followed by free time to explore at your own pace by foot. Your highlight will surely be world-famous Butchart Gardens, a stunning 55-acre (22-hectare) sprawl of floral gardens and a National Historic Site of Canada.

Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off (select Vancouver & Richmond hotels only), Professional driver / guide, Transport by 24 to 30-passenger mini-coach, Local taxes

Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, Gratuities

Begin your tour with a 90-minute cruise aboard BC Ferries. With scenery so jaw-dropping, you won’t want to blink. Relax and enjoy the voyage through Active Pass and the Gulf Islands. Explore the Inner Harbour of British Columbia's capital city of Victoria, named after the British monarch Queen Victoria and visit the breathtaking Butchart Gardens, 22 hectares (55 acres) of meticulously manicured beauty. This tour delivers a royally spectacular day-trip to remember.

Inclusions: Driver/guide, Live commentary on board, Hotel/port pickup and drop-off

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities

This private and personalized guided tour is the most fun and relaxing way to see Victoria. Not having to worry about crowded bus tours allows you to simply relax and enjoy the natural beauty of this city. Victoria, often referred to as the garden city, is full of history, old world charm and elegance.Victoria, our provincial capital, full of history, old world charm and elegance. Butchart Gardens, truly a world famous horticultural marvel, and a popular supplement to your Alaska Cruise, or Rocky mountaineer adventure. This private tour is the most fun and relaxing way to see Victoria. Treat yourself and forget about the crowded bus tours, leave the details to us, and just enjoy. Let one of our talented local guides show you Victoria in style. Leave the bus crowd behind and enjoy a personalized commentary and travel at your own pace.

Inclusions: Ferry transport, Professional guide, Local taxes, Hotel pickup and drop-off, All Fees and Taxes, Admission to Butchart Gardens

Exclusions: Gratuities , Food and drinks, unless specified

See the beautiful Strait of Georgia with a ferry ride from Vancouver to Victoria, the first experience on this 14-hour private day trip to Vancouver Island. When you reach Victoria, the capital of British Columbia, head to Butchart Gardens, one of the city's top attractions. Then visit Victoria Harbour for a tour of the British Columbia Parliament Buildings before the return ferry trip to Vancouver.

Inclusions: All taxes, fees, and handling charges, Parliament tour, Gratuity of 20%, Bottled water, Hotel pickup

Exclusions: Food and drinks

The Saanich Peninsula is a wonderful place to explore and on this guided tour, you'll experience some of the best bits all in one day! Tours are fully customized to you and your group.

Inclusions: Private transportation, Entrance fees

Exclusions: Food and drink

Enjoy a private small group tour of Victoria. Experience Victoria on this program including round trip BC Ferries cruise and Butchart Gardens admission.

Inclusions: All Fees and Taxes, Driver Gratuities, Driver/Guide, Hotel/port pickup and drop-off

Exclusions: Food, Drink or individual purchases.

Experience the holiday season in Victoria, BC’s stunning capital city. This seasonal tour includes time to discover downtown Victoria and a visit to the breathtaking Butchart Gardens for their Christmas lights display. Begin your journey with a pick-up from select downtown Vancouver & Richmond hotels before travelling to Victoria via BC Ferries. Once in Victoria, explore downtown, see the famous Empress Hotel & BC Parliament Buildings and more. After lunch, board the bus once again and travel to the famous Butchart Gardens for their Magic of Christmas display. Arriving as the sun sets, experience 55 acres of foliage illuminated by festive and vibrant lights. With their 12 Days of Christmas theme, feel the holiday season come alive as you wander through the gardens and encounter each scene from the song. Then enjoy carolers and hot chocolate back in the main plaza. We finish our tour with a return sailing to Vancouver and drop off at your accommodation.

Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off (select Vancouver & Richmond hotels only), Local taxes, Professional driver / guide, Transport by 24 to 30-passenger mini-coach

Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, Gratuities