Top Vancouver 4WD Tours

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.

See Vancouver's dramatic skyline from the water on a small-group cruise in an inflatable Zodiac boat that accommodates 12 passengers. You'll navigate Vancouver Harbour, Burrard Inlet, English Bay, and False Creek, spotting some of the city's top sites and landmarks along the way. And since Vancouver Harbour is home to bald eagles, harbor seals, and dolphins, keep your camera ready and watch for wildlife as you hit speeds up to 30 mph (48 kph).

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, Whistler Village, and Brandywine Falls. 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.

Discover top city attractions on two wheels on this bike tour of downtown Vancouver and Stanley Park. Follow your guide on a route past the historic Mole Hill Community and Davie Street Village, where Vancouver's Pride Festival takes place. Spin along peaceful cycle lanes to Robson Square in downtown Vancouver then, after a quick stroll, head on the waterfront area and the Vancouver Convention Centre. Admire Jack Poole Plaza and the Olympic cauldron on route to Stanley Park, and enjoy fine views over the snow-capped mountains beyond.

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.

This 5 hours hike takes you to three breathtaking glaciers–fed alpine lakes in amazing colors and the unforgettable view of Mt. Matier and Mt. Joffre Glacier. Enjoy your provided lunch at the upper lake while admiring the stunning scenery and taking some postcard-like photos to share with your family and friends.

See British Columbia in a unique way, with a treetops adventure at Grouse Mountain. This ropes course consists of four aerial challenges that vary in level of difficulty. Experience diverse elements throughout the course, such as ziplines, bridges, tunnels, and slacklines. Ride the Grouse Mountain cable car up the forested slopes for phenomenal views—ticket included.

Go whale watching, and explore Butchart Gardens in Victoria, Vancouver Island on this day trip from Vancouver. Combine two activities into one day in the Gulf Islands, and then return to Vancouver via speedboat, cutting the return trip to just two hours.

Enjoy the excitement of salmon fishing on this private, full-day adventure for up to four people from Vancouver. Navigate the Fraser River, the longest river in British Columbia, en route to the Pacific Ocean for six or eight hours of Pacific salmon and Dungeness crab fishing with a professional guide. Learn proven techniques for catching salmon, enjoy the scenic view and look for a wide variety of marine wildlife, fish and sea mammals along the way.

The challenging hike rewards you with a magnificent view of Squamish, Howe Sound and the surrounding coastal mountains. Of course, your hard work deserves a reward, which is why after the hike we will take you to a local favorite brewery! Our tour includes healthy snacks, 3 beer tasters and transportation from and to Vancouver. Please wear suitable hiking apparel; hiking shoes, hydration/snacks, rain jacket and hat (optional).

Vancouver Island lies off south west Canada, with diverse marine wildlife and spectacular coastal scenery. On this tour, explore the Canadian wilderness by air, land, and sea, and savor a delicious 2-course dinner before your scenic seaplane flight home. Spot native wildlife in pretty Horseshoe Bay, and see the best of Canada’s south west coast in one adventurous tour.

Discover some of the most diverse marine wildlife in the world on this guided, full-day kayak adventure in British Columbia’s Gulf Islands. Explore this natural paradise with a seaplane flight from Vancouver. Then kayak along the waters of Saltspring Island in search of a wide variety of marine invertebrates, fish and sea mammals. Look for whales, harbor seals, river otters, sea lions, seagulls, eagles and more, including the rocky reefs and kelp beds of this protected bay area. Round-trip transportation from Vancouver plus a barbecue picnic lunch on the beach are included.

Channel your inner detective to solve this murder mystery. You will scour the streets of Gastown, visiting some popular landmarks, like the Gastown steam clock, the statue of Gassy Jack, and Gaoler’s Mews to find the clues you need. Find the clues, solve the puzzle, and help bring the killer to justice.

Discover Fraser Valley wines on a private wine tasting tour from Vancouver; with a driver to whisk you from winery to winery, you can relax and enjoy included tastings. Since the tour is for your party alone, it’s a personalized alternative to traveling to Fraser Valley on a more generic group tour, and you'll have plenty of room to bring wine purchases back to Vancouver.

Visit some of Vancouver’s most popular sites, then escape the hustle of city life and discover the surrounding outdoor region on this private day trip. Visit some of Vancouver’s primary points of interest, then explore the forest trails and breathe in the fresh mountain air with scenic views of Vancouver Island and Mount Baker, Washington.

Vancouver is under threat from an evil organization known only as Blackout, and you might be the city’s last chance! On this adventurous spy game, follow clues and crack puzzles in downtown Vancouver locations including Granville Street, the Marine Building, and Robson Square. With your secret agent kit provided, see if you have what it takes to stop Blackout from destroying Vancouver.

A family version of our popular superhero quest, Heroes & Villains. This game is the perfect real-life adventure - an escape from screen-time (no apps or devices required!). Hands-on challenges with artifacts and tools. Reading comprehension level adapts for ages 8 and up. Keep the kids busy while you enjoy the scenery and learn some local history while you visit landmarks along the way. The game begins and ends with a Game Operator - the rest of it is self-guided. This activity is for 2 to 5 players.

Canada’s Yukon Territory is one of the best places to see the Northern Lights. With this hassle-free tour, arrive in Whitehorse, and stay in a ranch away from the light pollution of the city. Increase your chances of spotting the aurora borealis by staying multiple nights. Spend your days exploring at your leisure, snowshoeing or fat biking along snowy trails.

INCLUDED ON REQUEST CAPILANO SUSPENSION BRIDGE! Explore the natural beauty of the Coastal Mountains north of Vancouver with fascinating views of the Pacific, the mountains, and the city, and perhaps finish off with a tête-à-tête with a black bear family.  • Full day tour IN GERMAN (approx. 8 hours) to the natural highlights in the north of Vancouver  • Transport in a mini-van, maximum 6 participants (also possible as a private tour)  • Collection from your hotel (approx. 9.30 a.m.) and return to the hotel  • Highlights: (on request: Capilano Suspension Bridge), Lighthouse Park with a great view of Vancouver, Sea to Sky Highway along the deep blue Howe Sound, Sqamish (Shannon Waterfalls), Whistler (Peak to Peak Gondola!), Instead of Peak-to Peak Grouse Mountain with a bear enclosure is also possible in Whistler

Take a weekend jaunt from Vancouver to Tofino. An early morning departure and ferry across the Strait of Georgia brings you to the island for a day of sightseeing as you travel westward. Have your camera ready for scenic Englishman’s River Falls, goats on the roof at Coombs, and the towering old growth forest at Cathedral Grove. Spend the evening and the following day in Tofino before returning to Vancouver.

Enjoy the adventure of a lifetime—an 8-day tour of southern BC and the Rockies—without having to plan a thing, with transport, accommodation, and select meals included. See the highlights of Yoho, Jasper, and Banff national parks, from Lake Louise to Maligne Canyon. Enjoy a balance between organized activities, including short hikes and paddleboarding, and free time for optional add-ons, from rafting to gondola rides.

This is one of our original and most popular tours with overnight stays in Revelstoke, the Town of Banff, and Valemount. It includes amazing sightseeing stops in the Okanagan Valley and the Rocky Mountains including gorgeous Canadian turquoise lakes and awesome mountain peaks!

This family-friendly tour is a perfect way to escape the hustle and bustle of the city into North Shore's lush and peaceful rainforest and learn about our eco-system. The Lynn Valley Suspension Bridge offers a spectacular view of the canyon from 50 meters high. It has been a local favorite for many years and has become even more popular when the bridge was featured on the cover of 2018's "Lonely Planet". Take a leisure hike to Twin Falls on the surrounding well-marked boardwalk trails and immerse yourself deeply in nature. Our tour includes your favorite coffee/tea at a local café and transportation from and to your hotels or any place in downtown Vancouver.

Imagine sipping your favorite coffee or tea sitting on the beach/ bluffs at the peaceful Whytecliff Park, watching waves come and go, it does not get any more relaxing than this! If you are lucky, you might spot some seals in the distance. We then take you to the most photographed and recognizable historical spot in the area, Lighthouse Park. Snap those perfect selfie to share with your family or friends. Our tour includes your favorite coffee/tea at a local café in Horseshoe Bay and transportation from and to your hotels or any place in downtown Vancouver.