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Private Vancouver Compact City Tour by Land and Water

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6 to 7 hours (approx.)
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Offered in: English
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Overview

Experience the best of Vancouver's stunning natural beauty and urban charm on a Private Compact City Tour by Land and Water. This unique tour combines a scenic drive through the city's most iconic landmarks, neighborhoods, and hidden gems, with a relaxing boat cruise along the picturesque False Creek waterway. Led by a knowledgeable and friendly guide, you'll discover the rich history, culture, and diversity of Vancouver, while enjoying stunning views of the mountains, sea, and skyline. Perfect for families, couples, or small groups looking for an immersive and personalized way to explore Vancouver, this private tour is the ultimate way to discover the city's hidden treasures in style and comfort.

What's Included

  • Private transportation
  • Music on demand
  • Bottled Icelandic water
  • All Personal Expense
  • Gratuities
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We provide convenient pickup and drop-off service at the same location throughout the Vancouver area. To ensure a smooth start to your experience, please confirm your specific pickup details 24 to 48 hours before your scheduled tour. Please note that while we strive for punctuality, the total tour duration may vary slightly due to road traffic or other unforeseen circumstances.

What To Expect

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Canada Place

Canada Place is an iconic landmark and venue for world-class events and inspirationally Canadian experiences, located in the heart of Vancouver’s waterfront. Canada Place is home port to the Vancouver-Alaska cruises and houses Vancouver Convention Centre East, Pan Pacific Hotel, FlyOver Canada, World Trade Centre, and Westpark.
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Granville Island

Granville Island is a peninsula and shopping district in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. It is located across False Creek from Downtown Vancouver under the south end of the Granville Street Bridge.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Gastown

Lively Gastown is known for its whistling Steam Clock and mix of souvenir shops, indie art galleries and decor stores in Victorian buildings. A trendy food and drink scene includes chic cocktail lounges and restaurants serving everything from gourmet sandwiches to local seafood. Hip eateries also dot the neighboring Downtown Eastside area, while the up-and-coming Railtown district is home to edgy fashion studios. ―
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Queen Elizabeth Park

Queen Elizabeth Park is a 130-acre municipal park located in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. It is located on top of Little Mountain and is the location of former basalt quarries that were dug in the beginning of the twentieth century to provide material for roads in the city.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Stanley Park

Stanley Park is a 405-hectare public park that borders the downtown of Vancouver in British Columbia, Canada, and is mostly surrounded by waters of Burrard Inlet and English Bay. The park has a long history and was one of the first areas to be explored in the city
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Steam Clock

A working steam clock, one of only a few in the world, located in Vancouver's Victorian Gastown. The clock is a key tourists destination in Vancouver. It’s also the near the start and a finish line of the Gastown Grand Prix, a single-day cycling race.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Prospect Point Lookout

Prospect Point is the highest point in Stanley Park and offers panoramic views of the park and the city. It's a popular spot for tourists to take photos and enjoy the scenery.
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Totem Poles

The totem poles in Stanley Park are one of the park's most iconic landmarks. There are nine totem poles in the park, each representing a different First Nations tribe. The totem poles were originally created in the 1920s as a way to showcase Indigenous art and culture.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Brockton Point Lighthouse

The Brockton Point Lighthouse is a popular spot for tourists to take photos. The lighthouse was built in 1914 and is still operational today. It's located at the eastern end of Stanley Park and offers stunning views of the city and the harbor
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Robson Street

Robson Street was one of the first streets in Vancouver, and was named in honour of John Robson, Premier of British Columbia from 1889-1892. Its commercial traditions date from 1895 when train tracks were laid along Robson Street to Jervis St. A wide variety of small specialized shops sprang up to serve Vancouver’s rapidly growing population, and Robson become a street of best homes and social activities.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Girl In A Wetsuit (pass by)

The Girl in a Wetsuit Statue is a bronze statue located near the Stanley Park Seawall. The statue depicts a woman in a wetsuit sitting on a rock and gazing out at the water. It's a popular spot for taking photos and enjoying the scenic views.
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False Creek

Come take a cruise through the scenic urban waters of False Creek, with False Creek’s original ferry company. Offering friendly service and comfortable vessels, and the most routes and destinations in the area, False Creek Ferries is Vancouver’s favourite little ferry company.
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1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

David Lam Park

You can take a quick stop at the David lam park ferry dock if you wish . David Lam Park is a little under a dozen acres in size. It’s located along False Creek at 1300 Pacific Boulevard next to Yaletown about halfway between the Granville Street and Cambie Street bridges. It’s one of the most notable parks in downtown Vancouver.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Yaletown

You can take a quick stop at the Yaletown ferry dock if you wish. Yaletown was once the Western terminus for the Canadian Pacific Railway, but the area’s more recent reinvention dates back to 1986 when the waterfront along the north of False Creek was host to many of the venues when Vancouver hosted the World’s Fair. Since then that land, along with the warehouse district adjoining it have been transformed into one of the city’s chicest neighbourhoods, filled with residential loft spaces, sidewalk cafes, cool restaurants, unique shopping, and leafy parks. Sitting along the south side of the downtown Vancouver peninsula, Yaletown is bordered by Homer Street, Robson Street and False Creek.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Inukshuk (pass by)

An Inukshuk in Vancouver Canada is an Inuit sculpture used for navigational purposes. It appears as an abstract human form with outstretched arms.
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A-maze-ing Laughter (pass by)

As a Halifax native with an affinity to Canada’s coastline, the A-maz-ing Laughter sculptures at English Bay have become a choice destination after relocating to Vancouver. They are a reminder to me to never take life to seriously, and always create room for laughter.
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Stanley Park Rose Garden

The Rose Garden is a beautiful garden within Stanley Park that features over 3,500 rose bushes. It's a popular spot for taking photos and enjoying the colorful flowers.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Frequently Asked Questions

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Q: Will I get seasick on Private Vancouver Compact City Tour by Land and Water?

A: If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy. Read more Feb 2023

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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  • Private transportation
  • Music on demand
  • Bottled Icelandic water
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  • All Personal Expense
  • Gratuities

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (PDT).
  • This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

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