Top Vancouver Island Shore Excursions

Q: Which Vancouver Island Shore Excursions have Instant Confirmation?

Vancouver Island Shore Excursions with Instant Confirmation include: NEW Victoria Harbour Boat Tour with Live Tour Guide Scenic Victoria Pedicab Tour - 2 hrs 4-8 People Victoria Guided Food and History Tour Winter Victoria Whale and Wildlife Zodiac Tour Victoria Sunset Whale-Watching Cruise View all Tours with Instant Confirmation →

Q: I need a ride! Which Vancouver Island Shore Excursions have Hotel Pickup?

No problem. These Vancouver Island Shore Excursions include Hotel Pickup: Scenic Victoria Pedicab Tour - 2 hrs 4-8 People Ultimate Group Package Tour of Victoria 2hr City Highlights Private Tour in Victoria BC 4h Butchart Gardens and Victoria City Private Tour Private Deluxe Tour of Victoria & to Butchart Gardens (5 hrs) View all Tours with Hotel Pickup →

Q: Got any more Vancouver Island trip ideas?

We sure do. Check out our curated lists of hand-picked Vancouver Island Tours. Top 10 Vancouver Island 2026 Senior-friendly tours Vancouver Island The best tours and activities for culture lovers in Vancouver Island Top Day Trips from Vancouver Island Things to do in Vancouver Island this summer View all Vancouver Island Trip Ideas →

Q: What are the most popular styles of Tours and Activities in Vancouver Island?

Based on our sales data over the past year, the most popular styles of tours and activities in Vancouver Island are: Vancouver Island Tours & Sightseeing Vancouver Island Cruises, Sailing & Water Tours Vancouver Island Luxury & Special Occasions Vancouver Island Luxury Tours Vancouver Island Outdoor Activities View all tour styles in Vancouver Island →

Waterfalls, Coombs and Cathedral Grove Rainforest Tour

This 9-hour personal guided tour is a full action packed day of outdoor adventure at its best. Enjoy a scenic drive past Nanaimo to the …More

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Waterfalls, Coombs and Cathedral Grove Rainforest Tour

This 9-hour personal guided tour is a full action packed day of outdoor adventure at its best. Enjoy a scenic drive past Nanaimo to the...

9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$558

Essence of Victoria: Private Tour of Nature, History & Coast

Discover the hidden city and nature places, coastal communities and Victoria's Inner Harbour. Your local guide will drive you from one fascinating place to the …More

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Essence of Victoria: Private Tour of Nature, History & Coast

Discover the hidden city and nature places, coastal communities and Victoria's Inner Harbour. Your local guide will drive you from one fascinating place to the...

5 hours Hotel pickup offered

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$1,016

Private Tour of Gorgeous Victoria and to Butchart Gardens! (4 hr)

Our private tour is an excellent choice for guests who want a more personal, comfortable, and memorable experience. Our guides are friendly, knowledgeable, and genuinely …More

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Private Tour of Gorgeous Victoria and to Butchart Gardens! (4 hr)

Our private tour is an excellent choice for guests who want a more personal, comfortable, and memorable experience. Our guides are friendly, knowledgeable, and genuinely...

4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$501

Victoria City and Butchart Gardens Private Tour

Discover the best of Victoria, BC, on this full-day sightseeing tour, blending history, culture, and stunning landscapes. Wander through the breathtaking Butchart Gardens, a floral …More

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Victoria City and Butchart Gardens Private Tour

Discover the best of Victoria, BC, on this full-day sightseeing tour, blending history, culture, and stunning landscapes. Wander through the breathtaking Butchart Gardens, a floral...

6 hours Free Cancellation

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$109

Victoria BC: Butchart Gardens, City Tour & Fisherman's wharf 5-hr

Explore Victoria in style with luxury tour vehicle! Join us as we share captivating historical tales, quirky facts, and intriguing insights about the city. Travel …More

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Victoria BC: Butchart Gardens, City Tour & Fisherman's wharf 5-hr

Explore Victoria in style with luxury tour vehicle! Join us as we share captivating historical tales, quirky facts, and intriguing insights about the city. Travel...

5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$467

4hr City Highlights Private Tour in Victoria BC

This 4 hour private tour for up to 4 people, will whisk you away to many of Victoria must-see locations. Our tour is your gateway …More

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4hr City Highlights Private Tour in Victoria BC

This 4 hour private tour for up to 4 people, will whisk you away to many of Victoria must-see locations. Our tour is your gateway...

4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$44

Private Transportation to Butchart Gardens

Enjoy more of your stay in Victoria with private, direct transport to the Butchart Gardens. Avoid long waits on public or scheduled transport. Enjoy more …More

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Private Transportation to Butchart Gardens

Enjoy more of your stay in Victoria with private, direct transport to the Butchart Gardens. Avoid long waits on public or scheduled transport. Enjoy more...

1 hour Free Cancellation

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$101

The Iconic Dash -Top-Rated Victoria Pedicab Tour - 1 hr 4 people

Looking for a fun and relaxing way to see Victoria in just one hour? Our 1-Hour Scenic Victoria Pedicab Tour is the perfect introduction to …More

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The Iconic Dash -Top-Rated Victoria Pedicab Tour - 1 hr 4 people

Looking for a fun and relaxing way to see Victoria in just one hour? Our 1-Hour Scenic Victoria Pedicab Tour is the perfect introduction to...

1 hour Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$50

Sooke to Port Renfrew: Wild Pacific Adventure

Discover the beautiful scenery from Sooke to Port Renfrew on this scenic tour of Vancouver Islands southwest coast. This tour is for the real outdoor …More

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Sooke to Port Renfrew: Wild Pacific Adventure

Discover the beautiful scenery from Sooke to Port Renfrew on this scenic tour of Vancouver Islands southwest coast. This tour is for the real outdoor...

8 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$558

Enjoy the beautiful atmosphere of Christmas in Victoria and the Butchart Gardens. Start the evening by heading straight to the Butchart Gardens to avoid the …More

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Christmas in Victoria and the Butchart Gardens

Enjoy the beautiful atmosphere of Christmas in Victoria and the Butchart Gardens. Start the evening by heading straight to the Butchart Gardens to avoid the...

4 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$329

Victoria BC City Highlights: Chinatown, Craigdarroch Castle 3-hr

Explore Victoria in style with our luxury tours, now offering a 3-hour adventure. Discover the beauty, history, and charm of Victoria on a private sightseeing …More

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Victoria BC City Highlights: Chinatown, Craigdarroch Castle 3-hr

Explore Victoria in style with our luxury tours, now offering a 3-hour adventure. Discover the beauty, history, and charm of Victoria on a private sightseeing...

3 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$286

Ultimate Victoria Pedicab Tour - 3 hrs 4-8 People

Looking for the ultimate way to experience Victoria while sitting back and relaxing? Our 3-Hour Ultimate Victoria Pedicab Tour covers it all, giving you a …More

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Ultimate Victoria Pedicab Tour - 3 hrs 4-8 People

Looking for the ultimate way to experience Victoria while sitting back and relaxing? Our 3-Hour Ultimate Victoria Pedicab Tour covers it all, giving you a...

3 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$187

Explore the charming streets of Victoria, BC, on an exhilarating pedicab tour that takes you through iconic areas like Chinatown at night and Beacon Hill …More

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Victoria Pedicab Private City Tour

Explore the charming streets of Victoria, BC, on an exhilarating pedicab tour that takes you through iconic areas like Chinatown at night and Beacon Hill...

1 hour Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$50

Paddling Inner Harbour - Downtown Victoria BC

Explore downtown Victoria from the water on our guided paddle boarding tour. Starting at the serene Banfield Park, paddle along the scenic Gorge Waterway, and …More

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Paddling Inner Harbour - Downtown Victoria BC

Explore downtown Victoria from the water on our guided paddle boarding tour. Starting at the serene Banfield Park, paddle along the scenic Gorge Waterway, and...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

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$51

This is our flagship private Victoria tour - a full-day immersion into all things Victoria: its food, culture, history and architecture. Able to pick you …More

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Best of Victoria Private Day Tour

This is our flagship private Victoria tour - a full-day immersion into all things Victoria: its food, culture, history and architecture. Able to pick you...

6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$309

Private Whale Watching Nanaimo with Open Boat

Enjoy the whales, the breathtaking scenery, and the extra legroom! You’ll have the boat and crew all to yourself with our private whale-watching tour. If …More

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Private Whale Watching Nanaimo with Open Boat

Enjoy the whales, the breathtaking scenery, and the extra legroom! You’ll have the boat and crew all to yourself with our private whale-watching tour. If...

4 hours Free Cancellation

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$1,756

Wheelchair Van Tour | Butchart Gardens and City Tour in Victoria

Explore in comfort! Our wheelchair-accessible vehicle seats 1 wheelchair user + 4 guests, or up to 6 guests without a wheelchair, accompanied by a knowledgeable …More

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Wheelchair Van Tour | Butchart Gardens and City Tour in Victoria

Explore in comfort! Our wheelchair-accessible vehicle seats 1 wheelchair user + 4 guests, or up to 6 guests without a wheelchair, accompanied by a knowledgeable...

4 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

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$547

Casual Local Haunts Private Tour of Victoria, BC

Discover Victoria through the eyes of a local on this private tour that invites you to explore the city's charming neighbourhoods, scenic coastal routes, and …More

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Casual Local Haunts Private Tour of Victoria, BC

Discover Victoria through the eyes of a local on this private tour that invites you to explore the city's charming neighbourhoods, scenic coastal routes, and...

5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$1,016

Private Whistler, Shannon Falls, Horseshoe Bay with your luggage

Discover the beauty of British Columbia on a private tour from Vancouver. Visit Shannon Falls, explore Whistler, and stop at Horseshoe Bay. Enjoy a scenic …More

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Private Whistler, Shannon Falls, Horseshoe Bay with your luggage

Discover the beauty of British Columbia on a private tour from Vancouver. Visit Shannon Falls, explore Whistler, and stop at Horseshoe Bay. Enjoy a scenic...

7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$95

Rivers of Life Victoria's Salmon Run Experience

Experience one of Vancouver Island’s most remarkable seasonal wildlife events on a private salmon run and rainforest tour. Walk through a beautiful old-growth forest and …More

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Rivers of Life Victoria's Salmon Run Experience

Experience one of Vancouver Island’s most remarkable seasonal wildlife events on a private salmon run and rainforest tour. Walk through a beautiful old-growth forest and...

2 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

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$184

Frequently Asked Questions

These answers are based on answers previously given to Cool Shore Excursions customers' questions.

What are the best options for Vancouver Island Shore Excursions?

According to verified reviews on Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor, the best Vancouver Island Shore Excursions are:

What are the best kid-friendly options for Vancouver Island Shore Excursions Tours?

Which Vancouver Island Shore Excursions have Instant Confirmation?

Which Vancouver Island Shore Excursions have Free Cancellation?

Vancouver Island Shore Excursions with Free Cancellation (in most cases up to 24 hours in advance of your tour date, check the specific tour page) include:

View all Tours with Free Cancellation →

I need a ride! Which Vancouver Island Shore Excursions have Hotel Pickup?

Got any more Vancouver Island trip ideas?

What are the most popular styles of Tours and Activities in Vancouver Island?