The 10 Best Historical & Heritage Tours in Vancouver Coast and Mountains, Vancouver Coast and Mountains

January 23, 2022 Vivienne Hutton

Discover the best top things to do in Vancouver Coast and Mountains, British Columbia including 3-Day Historic Li-lik-hel Mine Expedition, Gastown & Chinatown Photography, Victoria Butchart Gardens & Sightseeing Tour , Fort Langley Magical Mystery & Vineyard Explorer Private Tour , Vancouver Highlights Private Tour, Vancouver City Finest Private Tour, Explore Stanley Park!, Vancouver family tour Squamish with Porteau Cove and Britannia Mine Private, Listen to a Tour Guide as you Drive between Kamloops and Vancouver, Grouse Mountain & Capilano Suspension Bridge Park.
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1. 3-Day Historic Li-lik-hel Mine Expedition

Birkenhead Lake Road, Birkenhead Lake Rd, D'Arcy, BC V0N, Canada Copper Cayuse Outfitters
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This tour was recently awarded a “Canadian Signature Experience” by The Canadian Tourist Association as one of the best tours offered in the region. Search for gold on the historic Li-lik-hel Mine Expedition. Ride on trails that were originally cut by the miners and have been pounded in by years of horses transporting the gold ore to the rail-head in the early 1900’s. Spend three days and two nights in BC’s spectacular Coast Mountain Range. During this time, you’ll explore the beautiful mountain range between Birkenhead Lake and the Li-lik-hel mine. Rivers, lakes, forests, alpine meadows, old mine packhorse trails and single track await your expedition. Sure-footed gentle mountain horses will carry you to each campground where our guides set up camp and cook a dinner around the campfire. Over the three days you will get to know the horse that we have picked to match your abilities and learn to appreciate their nature.

Inclusions: 2 nights accommodation, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch, Lunch, Dinner, Meals as per itinerary, Professional guide, Use of helmet, GST (Goods and Services Tax)

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Reviewed By Sue H

Stunning scenery, wonderful steady horses and the bonus of sighting a black bear made for a great ride. Visited May 2019 (system couldn’t load date) and can’t wait to come back and do some longer rides.

2. Gastown & Chinatown Photography

Gastown Steam Clock, 305 Water St, Vancouver, BC V6B 1B9, Canada Nature Photo Hikes
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Enjoy a 2 hour excursion to Vancouver’s iconic locations, Gastown, Chinatown, Canada Place and Convention Center. Led by an experienced photographer and tour guide, you’ll learn to take amazing photos of the locations’ best spots and learn their history, especially at night time. You will walk through the cobble-stoned streets of Gastown with its famous Steam Clock, followed by a tour of Chinatown as well as other hidden gems. You’ll end the tour with a glimpse of the city’s best dining and watering holes, as well as recommendations for other spots perfect for night photography. For photos, we'll cover techniques like long exposure for DSLR cameras as well night shots with camera phones. Alternatively, we can do photo shoots instead of learning photography if that's your interest. The best camera to bring are DSLRs but you’re also free to use your camera phone. Comfortable walking shoes and layered clothing, camera (any kind) and a sense of adventure required!

Inclusions: Guided small-group city tour, Professional photographer guide, Borrow DSLR camera and tripod, Photoshoot

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Reviewed By Marielle_DeV

It was a pleasure to have Nafees for guide. He's been mindful customizing the experience to my interests and pace, sharing his knowledge not only of Bowen Island but of quite a few usueful facets of Vancouver and surroundings. Thank you for a wonderful day in Nature.

3. Victoria Butchart Gardens & Sightseeing Tour

FlyOver Canada, 201 - 999 Canada Place, Canada, Vancouver, BC V6C 3E1, Canada Discover Canada Tours
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Victoria, the capital of British Columbia, is located on the gorgeous Vancouver Island and is considered one of the world’s most beautiful cities. It is famous for the historic Empress Hotel, the Parliament buildings and beautiful Butchart Gardens. This deluxe small group tour includes admission to the world-renowned Butchart Gardens. A visit to Vancouver is not complete without a trip to Victoria! Upon leaving Vancouver, you will take a scenic ferry ride through the Gulf Islands towards Swartz Bay. From here, you will have a short drive down to Victoria. Here we will take you on a guided tour of Victoria. We will take you to Fisherman’s Wharf, the Inner Harbour, the Empress Hotel, Mile 0 and the historic Chinatown, including a stop at the narrowest alley in Canada, Fan Tan Alley. There will be additional time to explore downtown Victoria on your own.

Inclusions: Experienced, friendly, and fun Driver-Guide, Deluxe coach transportation, Roundtrip Ferry aboard BC Ferries, Onboard entertainment & commentary throughout, Entrance to Butchart Gardens, All taxes, Great discount on optional activities

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Reviewed By ChristineC5528

Really enjoyed the Thanksgiving 2020 trip to the Rockies. The scenery was stunning, the itinerary was packed and Luke and Nigel made it a great experience. Thanks!

4. Fort Langley Magical Mystery & Vineyard Explorer Private Tour

Beautiful Vancouver Explorer
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Enjoy the best of Fort Langley with a Local Guide. It is excellent excursion for history buffs, movie goers,and for those wine lovers, eager to visit a vineyard to learn about grape cultivation, brewing, of course, wine tasting! The tour will take you into the countryside in the Fraser Valley, the farmlands and vineyards where you will visit and tour the largest and the oldest vineyard in the Fraser Valley. At Fort Langley, a National Historical Site, immerse in memories of the Hudson's Bay Company's old days, fur traders, gold prospectors, First Nations interpreters telling century-old tales. In the fort, feel the blast of the musket fire, and pan for gold dust dreams. Then, experience the atmosphere of quaint little shops, learn about its history, Hollywood movies - Riverdale, Supernatural, Once Upon A Time, Timeless, and Garage Sales Mysteries, and do the psychedelic Beatles Abbey Road cross-walk photo ops.

Inclusions: Bottled water, Wine tasting, Private driver/guide, Live commentary on board, Hotel/cruise ship terminal pickup and drop-off, Private tour - just you and your group only, Private transport by air-conditioned minivan, Entrance tickets to the Fort Langley National Historic Site

Exclusions: Gratuities, Wine purchases, Other out of pocket expenses

Reviewed By 1971RustyM

It was just to sad too much tourist when we went here but we took the bike around this place, amazing amazing LOVE CANADA :)

5. Vancouver Highlights Private Tour

Canada Place, Canada Pl, Vancouver, BC V6C, Canada Beautiful Vancouver Explorer
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Enjoy the best of Vancouver with a Local Guide. This private tour is tailored for guests who wants to experience the highlights of Vancouver, the best the city has to offer, in luxury, comfort, and relaxation. There will be stops along the route, to explore and to take photographs (photo ops). You will visit gorgeous harbour front, lush temperate rain forest in an urban setting, classy street shopping mall, iconic cultural hub, and historical neighbourhoods of Vancouver. It is accompanied by live commentaries in English on board.

Inclusions: Bottled water, Private driver/guide, Live commentary in English on board, Hotel/cruise ship terminal pickup and drop-off, Private tour - just you and your group, Private transport by air-conditioned Mercedes Benz Sprinter van

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Reviewed By bmmkv1

We were a family of Nine traveling with teenagers. We booked the Whistler day trip through Viator. Bobby picked us up on time in a luxury Mercedes van. He was very informative on the history of Vancouver. We stopped at two different waterfalls on the way to Whistler. He allowed time to stop for washroom use if necessary. When we arrived in Whistler we had plenty of time to ride the Peak to peak Gondola, eat lunch, and do some souvenir shopping. We did not feel rushed at any time. We stopped for pictures on the road back to Vancouver. I highly recommend this tour. Thanks Bobby!!

6. Vancouver City Finest Private Tour

Exclusive Tours International
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This is a half day private tour with a local guide. It is an exclusive introduction to the best and most interesting places in Vancouver. It is an easy going drive with a few stops and strolls. If this is your first time visiting Vancouver this tour is a perfect choice.

Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off at any Vancouver's Downtown hotels, Pickup and drop-off from designated meeting points, Cruise Port pickup., My service for the half-day guided-tour

Exclusions: Meals, drinks and snacks

Reviewed By Steve B

This was an excellent tour, even though the wine wasn't as good as I had wanted it to be. Michael took us to 3 wineries, including an unusual mead winery. Then, after lunch we visited what must be the world's (at least Canada's) biggest, in terms of different flavors, ice cream parlor. More than 200 different flavors of ice cream! An excellent tour, provided lots of context to the development of the wine culture in the area and a lot of history along the way. Great tour. Worth the money.

7. Explore Stanley Park!

Vancouver, Vancouver, British Columbia Van City Bikes
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A magnificent 405-acre West Coast rainforest, Stanley Park is a downtown oasis surrounded by pristine coastline. Located on the northwestern edge of downtown Vancouver it is one of the city's most talked-about tourist destinations. Heading off from the iconic Waterfront Station we’ll explore the park, stopping off at a number of its most popular attractions including the SS Empress of Japan figurehead, the totem poles, Siwash Rock and more. Ability level: Suitable for all abilities Duration: Three hours Fun fact: We’ll also take you off the beaten track to explore a few of the park’s best-kept secrets! Left wanting more? Check out our Best of Vancouver tour below! We depart daily and leave towards Stanley Park. The park is a beautiful place and is best explored by bike. We have lots to see along the way and our guides will ensure that you see it all. We have combined the best the park has to offer with some fun insights into the history of the park and kit's various attractions.

Inclusions: Tour price includes bike rental, helmet, lock, and basket.

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Reviewed By 579mateusp

It is a must thing to do in Vancouver, specially in the summer months. The view from cicling throw the seawall is astonighing.

8. Vancouver family tour Squamish with Porteau Cove and Britannia Mine Private

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Visit Squamish and some of its most beautiful and unique environments. Start your tour with going through the road on the sea to sky highway, pass by stanley park and the seawall, then through the lions gate bridge, horseshoe bay and much more. Then, check out the Porteau Cove Provincial Park, where you take the best pictures and also check out ocean reefs. Then, visit your historical tour of Britannia Mine Museum, learn about historical machinery to heritage buildings to the massive yellow dump truck that lives within the facility. Then finish your tour at the Sea to Sky Gondola and see the most beautiful view you have ever seen in your life!

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, Bottled water, Sightseeing,Exploring the city in depth, Professional Guide Driver, Snaps and Photo Stop Allowed, Spotify on demand

Exclusions: Food and Drinks, All Personal Expense

Reviewed By fyjbb

Best shannon fall and sea to sky gondola tour our tour guide are very good person cooperate in every place see lots of vancouver city arrraction highly recommended

9. Listen to a Tour Guide as you Drive between Kamloops and Vancouver

787 Cloverleaf Crescent, Kamloops, BC V2C 2X5, Canada GPS-Guided Audio Driving & Walking Tours
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Use your smartphone & vehicle's stereo to make your drive come alive! Using GPS, our fun game show host like tour guides will transform this beautiful drive into a sight-seeing, fact-finding, trivia-answering, family-friendly adventure! Enhance your drive between destinations, or use as a one way stand alone tour. Hear about stop-worthy things to see & do, local animals, popular people, historical events & more. Over 55 points of interest will keep you entertained and take your road trip to the next level! Route. Trans-Canada Highway 1 & the Coquihalla Highway 5 between Kamloops & Vancouver. Travel in either direction. Freedom. Stop at as many sights & attractions as you like. Start/stop anywhere. Hands Free. Fun audio clips play automatically as you drive. Live GPS map. No data used during tour. Trivia Fun. Each point of interest has a fun trivia question included in the audio. Keep score or just listen! Inexpensive. Only 1 tour booking needed per vehicle.

Inclusions: Hands free (audio plays automatically), Customer Service via Phone & Email, Lifetime Tour Access on Tripvia Tours app for Android & iOS, Download on WIFI before (no signal required or data used during tour)

Exclusions: Smartphone or tablet, Transportation (use your own vehicle)

Reviewed By GreenDream2021

What a wonderful idea!! We loved hearing about some of the sites that we were passing and their history. They even talked about some of the animals and we did get to see an eagle. The tour guides were entertaining and the quiz questions fun. A great way to learn about our country! Can’t wait for the next Tripvia trip!

10. Grouse Mountain & Capilano Suspension Bridge Park

Canada Place, 999 Canada Pl, Vancouver, BC V6C 3E1, Canada Gray Line Westcoast Sightseeing
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Get outside, breathe in the fresh pacific air, and immerse yourself in the natural wonders surrounding Vancouver, with a visit to Capilano Suspension Bridge and Grouse Mountain. This tour is 6.5 hours.

Inclusions: All taxes, fees and handling charges, Local guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off at most hotels in Vancouver, North Vancouver, Richmond, and Burnaby

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Reviewed By MamaCat16

Excellent tour highlighting all of the things I love about Vancouver. The Capilano Suspension Bridge and a tour of the beautiful city of Vancouver. The city had changed dramatically in the 20 years since my last visit there.

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