Yvonne T.Norway
Lovely walk with use of local transport, perfect to see more than just the near surroundings. Douglas had a lot to tell and showed us around. We had a great time and learned a lot about Vancouver.
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Private tour in Vancouver Douglas
Walk Downtown Vancouver and Granville Island
4.8
(38) reviews
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4 hours
30 minutes
Walking
Private tour for 1-4 people
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4.9
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I have traveled the world for ten years and have never seen a city as beautiful as Vancouver. From the world's greatest park to the most livable neighbourhoods in the most beautiful city in North America; this city is a walker's dream. Mild climate, spectacular vistas, great shopping, historical buildings… it's got everything a visitor wants! I have designed and conducted tours for people from many different walks of life: from senior citizens to parliamentarians; from architects to historians; from airport layovers to cruise ship day trippers… I have helped them all. I want to show you the best of Vancouver with your interests and needs in mind. My goal is to make this the best tour you have ever had. First Aid /CPR Certified Member of Heritage Vancouver I conduct walking tours that may also use buses, trains, and water taxis. If you can't walk at a leisurely pace for 30 minutes at a time then I would not recommend these tours. The water taxis are not easily boarded by strollers and wheelchairs.
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Downtown, Waterfronts, Neighbourhoods, Granville Island and Historical Sites - 4 Hour Tour
Overview of your Vancouver tour
The best of downtown Vancouver, for your family and friends. Stanley Park, the waterfront, historic buildings, great neighbourhoods, Granville Island…. Transportation may include buses, trains and water taxis. All included in the price of your tour. This tour is perfect for the person who wants to see the best of Vancouver while walking. There are no hills, and after May 15th the tour starts before 9:30 am to avoid of the heat of the day, making it a very comfortable tour. If an early start doesn't work for your group let me know. . . I will adjust the tour to meet your needs.
Recent Reviews
Ken C.United States
Douglas gave us a fantastic nearly 5 hour tour of some of the best sights in Vancouver. We traveled by walking, using the bus system, water taxis and train. Saw and heard a lot of history of the city. He was full of information and could answer any questions. Not disappointed and we'll worth the price.
Craig D.United States
Great way to see city. Truly enjoyed Doug, the Vancouver and Canadian History and the places we visited. Loved that we hit large tourist places (like Granville Island Public Market) before the crowds.
Diane G.United States
Enjoyed seeing the highlights of Vancouver with someone who knew their way around the city. Thanks, Doug!
Luz S.United States
It was a very comprehensive tour of Vancouver encompassing water taxis, train, bus, and lots of walking. Doug was considerate enough to start our tour from our hotel which was by English Bay.
Doug L.United Kingdom
Doug was an excellent guide. We found his local knowledge both entertaining and educational. We would strongly recommend this tour as it allows you to discover the city by a mixture of buses, water taxis, train and food. A great way to spend a day in Vancouver.
Your Vancouver tour itinerary
The tour will start at 9 am from in front of the Cruise Ship terminal at Canada Place, or if your group would prefer to meet at your downtown hotel let me know. We will head west to take in the downtown exploring the history and the cultural diversity of Vancouver. We then will head north to the water and experience mountain views and cityscapes, Stanley Park and the sights and sounds of float planes taking off. We will then explore a little bit more of downtown before catching a bus west to the entrance of Stanley Park. We will see the forest, city and ocean views before we enter the West End; one of the most livable neighbourhoods in Canada. We then travel to the False Creek Ferries dock and travel to Granville Island. After an hour exploring the island you can end the tour on Granville Island or we can hop on board another False Creek Ferry. From there we hop on board the train and back into downtown finishing our trip in front of the Olympic Flame .
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Transport details
Type: Walking
All my tours are in essence walking tours but are enhanced with trains, buses and water taxis. This encourages the attention to detail that walking tours excel at but without the limitation of distance.
What's included
Other: This is essentially a walking tour. The price includes all forms of transportation for two people that will help make this a great tour. This may include trains, buses, and water taxies. In other words if we are moving by a form of transportation that costs money then I will cover it. For every person over two people please bring $15 to cover additional transportation costs.
Private Guide
Public Transportation
What's not included
Other: The only extra is what you want to spend. All transportation costs are included for the first two people and $15 for every person after that, payable on the tour date.Food and questionable t-shirt choices are up to you.
Meeting location
Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
Airport: ,Cruise: ,ByGuide: the best choices are your downtown hotel or at the airport or at the Cruise Ship terminal or at a train station I will come to you.
- You can request a specific meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout.
Other details
Tour categories
City Highlights
Architecture
History
Tour reference number
469374
Languages
EnglishActivity level
Light
Traveller reviews
4.8
FAQs
Who is this private tour in Vancouver best suited for?
This private tour in Vancouver is perfect for those who want to explore the best of the city on foot, including downtown, Stanley Park, and Granville Island. It's ideal for travellers interested in history, culture, and scenic views. The tour is designed for small groups of up to four people, making it a great choice for friends or family looking to connect with a local guide for deeper insights.
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Can this private tour in Vancouver be customized to focus on what I want to see and skip places I've already visited?
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4 hours
30 minutes
Walking
Private tour for 1-4 people
Your party size
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Tour date
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4 hours
30 minutes
Walking
Private tour for 1-4 people
Your party size
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Tour date
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