Private tour in Vancouver Sandy G

Luxury Private Vancouver Driving Tour

5.0

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Sandy G.

4.9

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Hi, my name is Sandy and I am a true Canadian! I was born in Northern Ontario and lived in 16 places across Canada from Saint Anne de Mont, Quebec to Brittania Beach, BC. I started guiding over 20 years ago, showcasing Vancouver mainland, Whistler, Vancouver Island and the Okanagan Wine Country. I live in South Surrey, B. C. , and every time I drive into Vancouver, head into the interior, take a ferry to the Island, go skiing or cycling in Whistler, I can hardly wait to get there. I love living on the West Coast! We have the mountains and the ocean! In Vancouver, you can go skiing, cycling and fishing, all on the same day, or relax at Granville Island with a drink in hand at the Sand Bar and people watch! Whatever your wish, I will endeavour to make it happen. I am an enthusiastic, energetic, history buff and love to point out the present as well as the past treasures. All my tours have many stops included. I look forward enthusiastically to giving you your best tour ever! - Past President of the Canadian Tour Guides Association 2015 - Western Canada Delegate for WFTGA (World Federation Tour Guiding Association) 2018-2021 - European Guide 2016/2018 France (Paris, Normandy, Loire Valley WW1, WW2) - Current Red Cross Training 2023 - Certified Tour Guide Licence - Passenger Vehicle Designation PT #75342

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Overview of your Vancouver tour

I will pick you up in my luxurious Mercedes GLS450 and take you through the most interesting streets of Vancouver, discussing tourism throughout the ages and how we have progressed from a simple sawmill operation to the 3rd most livable city in the world. We will visit the iconic landmarks of the city, such as Chinatown, Gastown, Granville Island, Stanley Park, West End, Kitsilano, Point Grey and Yaletown. We will stop at Prospect Point which offers magnificent views of West Vancouver and where the first traders exchanged goods. During our many stops, there will be plenty of opportunities to take photos, of the story poles in Stanley Park, snack or lunch and shop at Granville Island's public market.

Recent Reviews

Kaye B.United States
2 weeks ago

If they had an award for showing off “Wonders of Vancouver”, Sandy would win hands down. Her knowledge of the city, its history and folklore, of art and architecture, and her experience leading tours are apparent & phenomenal. If you want a comprehensive tour, she’s your gal. Loved every single minute and had so much fun!

Elisa V.United States
August 2026

Vancouver is a lovely city. Sandy did a great job showing it off and sharing the history of the city. She is very personable and knowledgeable. She was waiting for us when we got off the cruise ship and ensured we got to the airport on time. Her car is clean and comfortable. It held our 5 suitcases and our group of 4 adults and the double sunroof was great for seeing the architecture as we drove through the city. Stanley Park is beautiful and we especially enjoyed Granville Island where she showed us lots of local artisans' works and we enjoyed lunch at the market. The views from the beaches are great and she provided us with maps so we could orient ourselves to the city. We hadn't done any research so didn't give her any requests so she did a nice job of checking in with us on what we wanted to see as we went along, covering all aspects of the city and balancing driving with some walking.

Catherine G.United States
August 2026

Our day with Sandy was the result of our cruise arrival in the morning and a red-eye in the evening. Our introduction to Vancouver was nicely done -- we now have a good understanding about the neighborhoods and what makes the city such a desirable place to live. Sandy is an extremely experienced guide who knows all the in's and out's which makes a tour seamless and enjoyable. We appreciate her expertise and time with our family! Thank you for a great day!

Elizabeth M.United States
August 2026

Sandy was a delightful guide!! We were a small group of 3 semi retired professional women and life time friends who left our husbands at home for an annual friends trip. We appreciated Sandy showing us neighborhoods that reflected the variety in architecture and history. The sites that were related to our indigenous people was meaningful. She stopped often to let us take in the beauty of the moment. Sandy was thoughtful in ensuring we experienced the best of Vancouver in a day and had selected a fabulous restaurant on Granville Island for lunch. Her warmth and enthusiasm for Vancouver, travel and life was contagious and engaging! We all three would recommend Sandy as a guide for a group or family wanting to see and learn a lot about the city in a day with a professional and knowledgeable guide. Thank you Sandy!!

Eric H.United States
July 2026

We had a great tour with Sandy.She created a personalized tour to fit our goals and added her local expertise to make it a great day with more than we would have expected.

Richard R.United States
July 2026

Sandy was terrific! She was extremely knowledable about the City and able to tell about each section and its development with interest. She took us everywhere from all parts of Stanley Park to the West side beaches and exclusive communities - from the controversial high rise development on First Nations land to the spinning chandelier under the Granville St Bridge. We saw the remnants and redevelopment from the Expo 86 (World's Fair) and 2010 Winter Olympics. We saw the original downtown section, Chinatown and Gastown with its steam clock. And of course we had to go to Granville Island with its artistry and food market! Sandy kept us enthralled the entire time. She was not only full of information but full of suggestions on what we could do with the rest of our time in the City. It was a great adventure that made our trip wonderful.

Your Vancouver tour itinerary

As I give you a brief history of Vancouver, we will drive through Vancouver we will visit: - Jack Poole Plaza, Robson and Georgia, Granville and Denman Street - Stanley Park Totem Poles (stop for photo), and Prospect Point (stop) - Lions Gate Bridge - English Bay, over Burrard Street Bridge to Granville Island (explore Market) - Yaletown, Gastown and Chinatown - Kitsilano, 1st, 2nd and 3rd beach, and Jericho Beach

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Transport details
Type: Private Transportation / Category: Suv

We will travel in a luxurious air conditioned Mercedes GLS 450 fully loaded SUV. I can take 4 people with luggage - 6 people without luggage

What's included
Other: Water is provided
Private Guide
Private Transportation
What's not included
Other: Personal expenses.
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Meeting location

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

Airport, Cruise Terminal, Hotel or AirBnb

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Tour categories
City Highlights
Architecture
Art And Culture
Layover
Tour reference number
553451
Languages
English
Activity level
Minimal
Accessibility
Kid Friendly

Traveller reviews

5.0

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Who is this private tour in Vancouver best suited for?

This private tour in Vancouver is perfect for travellers who want to explore the city with a local expert. It's ideal for those interested in learning about Vancouver's history and iconic landmarks, such as Chinatown, Gastown, and Stanley Park. The tour is also suitable for families, as it is kid-friendly and involves minimal walking.

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