2 Christmas Tours in Vancouver on the Short List

1.Victoria and Butchart Gardens Christmas Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 43 reviews · from $203Our pick

Spend about 12 hours crossing the Gulf Islands by ferry, exploring Victoria’s Inner Harbour and downtown, then visiting Butchart Gardens for its Christmas lights and seasonal displays. A driver-guide handles the transport and ferry connections; guides including Leslie, Dave Rogers, Andrea, Andy, Gordie and Jack have been praised for their stories and practical help. Ferry rides and garden admission are included.

“Our tour guide Jack was very knowledgeable with the historic facts of Victoria, Vancouver Island and Vancouver. He fed us a lot of interesting information. The tour was worth the price as it covered the ferry and Butchart Garden admission. I would advise joining the tour to reduce stress. Your tour guide will ensure you get to the destination and can also recommend places to visit during the free time. We had 1.5 hours of free time on the ferry, 2 hours in the downtown area of Victoria Island and then another hour at the Butchart Garden.”

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2.Vancouver Christmas Lights Karaoke Trolley Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 21 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $53Best value

Ride an enclosed trolley-style bus through Vancouver’s holiday displays, with onboard karaoke, guided commentary, snack stops, and an hour at VanDusen Botanical Garden. The three-hour evening tour starts at Canada Place and visits Stanley Park, English Bay, Robson Street, Gastown, and Lights of Hope. Guides Bray and Jay have been praised for keeping the ride fun.

“The host and driver amazing! Funny, friendly, kind. Great songs, company. Though the wheel well drivers side gets very hot, almost burned my leg. Other than that great time! Already looking to bring friends next year.”

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