Private tour in Vancouver Sandy G

Luxury Vancouver/ North Shore City Excursion

4.9

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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'm with you every step of the tour! Pick you up in My Mercedes Benz SUV - sanitized/ water provided. Drive through Stanley Park, stop at the Totem Poles, take the Lions gate Bridge to Capilano Suspension Bridge. Walk across the 450 foot suspension bridge, explore the Tree Tops Adventures and brave the glass floored Cliff Walk. Off to Grouse Mountain by gondola. We will visit Grinder and Coola our resident Grizzly Bears then take a chair lift to the top of the mountain to see the magnificent views of the Lower mainland. Take in the Lumberjack show and/or Raptor Show. It could take up to 2 hours but can be less time! We will return through Horseshoe Bay to view the ferries then wind our way down Marine Drive, West Vancouver, and back across the Lionsgate Bridge, to Stanley Park and through English Bay on our way to visit Granville Island market, listen to the buskers and maybe do a little shopping. On our way back to your hotel we will continue to sightsee my beautiful city.

Recent Reviews

Jodi B.United States
1 week ago

This is an amazing tour and Sandy is a wonderful and knowledgeable tour guide! Our cruise disembarked in Vancouver and we had the red eye flight so we had a full day tour. Sandy met us at the pier and her vehicle was able to hold all of our luggage and us comfortably ( 4 adults) . Throughout the tour, she adjusted where we went based on weather conditions and what we were interested in seeing. She knows Vancouver inside and out and is great in telling the history of the area. If you’re looking for a tour while visiting Vancouver, you cannot go wrong with this tour or any tour led by Sandy!

Kevin S.United States
2 weeks ago

Sandy was amazing. Our family love her energy, her knowledge of Vancouver and her willingness to alter the tour to meet our needs. She was a ball of energy who clearly loved the city and its environs. She was flexible while keeping us on the run. Only wish we had more time to spend at each stop. So much to see and makes me want to go back to Vancouver and see more with Sandy as our guide.

Jacalyn B.United States
July 2026

Sandy is wonderful! She was enthusiastic, efficient and just fun to spend a day with! We saw everything we could have wanted in the time we had, and then some! Her vehicle was comfortable and she was a wealth of knowledge about all things Vancouver! She arranged for delicious food and gave us a bunch of ideas for the following day on our own. I highly recommend her tours!! Thanks Sandy!

Paul B.United States
June 2026

A wonderful day with Sandy! Five stars throughout. Her knowledge of Vancouver and number of locations we were able to see on our tour made for a great day. Highlights included Stanley Park, Capilano Bridge and Granville Island.

Adrienne H.United States
June 2026

Sandy was absolutely amazing! Best tour ever. She was so quick to respond to emails. She was right on time to get us (early actually and since we are that way too we knew we were off to a great start). We feel like we saw so so much in 8 hours...bridges, waterfalls, gondolas, bears, harbors with a great lunch and gelato!!!...we can't wait to come back to Vancouver! Thank you Sandy!

Charles Q.United States
June 2026

A beautiful day in Vancouver, and a wonderful full-day tour with Sandy!!! First, it was very simple to arrange the tour through Tours By Locals including pre-tour communications directly with Sandy including meeting arrangements before the actual tour. We (husband and wife each around 80) arrived in Vancouver via cruise ship, disembarked by walking off with luggage and through Customs to the P1 level of Canada Place. We then contacted Sandy via phone and were picked up by her in her beautiful Mercedes Benz SUV within minutes and out of Canada Place shortly before 8:00am. By the way, this approach means you do not have to try and meet your pick up outside on the busy streets subject to various weather and transportation issues. After a full day, we were dropped off at the airport after 5:00pm. So what about the 8 hours in between 8:00am and 5:00pm. To say the least, we covered the listed itinerary/agenda and enjoyed every part of the day. Sandy was prompt, professional, pleasant, knowledgable, organized and very personable. The various activities from Capilano and Grouse Mountain to Glanville Island and Stanley Park and everything in between provide a great overview of the Vancouver area and in a relaxing way not having to be concerned about transportation, luggage storage, directions and when and what to visit. In the middle of the day, we were able to have a delicious relaxing outdoor lunch together. This is not a tour where the tour director drops you off and picks you back up in a few hours. Sandy is with you in every activity and in every stop providing information, directions and answering any and all questions. We highly recommend Sandy and this tour. A great weather day, a beautiful city, and a great personable tour guide.

Your Vancouver tour itinerary

From Hotel - Drive through Vancouver, to Capilano Suspension Bridge. - Walk across the 450 foot suspension bridge, and explore the Tree Tops Adventures - Brave the glass floored Cliff Walk. - Time for the gift shop and a coffee before leaving Capilano. - stop at the Cleveland Dam to see where movies are shot. - Grouse Mountain (gondola ride, lunch) - head to Horseshoe Bay and drive Marine Drive, West Vancouver - Take the Lions Gate Bridge into Stanley Park. - Stops include Stanley Park Totem Poles, Gastown Steam Clock - Tour of Granville Island and Yaletown

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Transport details
Type: Private Transportation / Category: Suv

2018 Luxurious Mercedes GLS 450

What's included
Private Guide
Private Transportation
What's not included
Food Drinks Snacks
Tickets: Capilano Park Tickets and Grouse Mountain tickets
Meeting location

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

Airport, Cruise Ship Terminal, Hotel or Residence Vancouver, BC

  • You can request a specific meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout.
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Tour categories
Nature Wildlife And Safaris
Hiking
Tour reference number
553487
Languages
English
Activity level
Light
Accessibility
Kid Friendly
Wheelchair Accessible

Traveller reviews

4.9

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This private tour in Vancouver is perfect for travellers who want a luxurious and comprehensive exploration of the city and its stunning surroundings. It's ideal for families, including those with kids, as well as seniors or anyone with mobility concerns, thanks to its light activity level and wheelchair accessibility. Cruise ship passengers will also find it suitable as a shore excursion.

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