Bestcan Tours - Tour and Travel Agency Vancouver
Rating
Family of 4
About $400-$700 CAD for a family of 4 on a day tour.
Duration
Full day (8-10 hours for most tours)
Best Ages
All ages, best for 4+
About
Bestcan Tours is a Vancouver-based tour operator running day trips and multi-day excursions to popular BC destinations. They specialize in coach tours to Whistler, Victoria, the Okanagan, and the Canadian Rockies. For families who want to see the region without driving, they're a reliable mid-range option.
The Whistler day trip along the Sea-to-Sky Highway is their bread-and-butter family tour. It includes stops at Shannon Falls, the Britannia Mine Museum area, and time in Whistler Village. The drive itself is scenic with ocean-to-mountain views that keep even antsy kids interested through the windows.
Victoria day trips involve a ferry crossing to Vancouver Island, which is itself a highlight for kids. The ferry ride takes about 90 minutes and kids can explore the ship, eat at the cafeteria, and watch for marine life from the deck. In Victoria, tours typically include Butchart Gardens, the Inner Harbour, and sometimes a whale watching add-on.
Coaches are modern with AC, large windows, and comfortable seating. There are no onboard restrooms on most coaches, so bathroom breaks are built into the schedule every 1.5-2 hours. This is manageable for most school-age kids but can be stressful for families with potty-training toddlers.
Multi-day Rocky Mountain tours visit Banff, Lake Louise, Jasper, and the Columbia Icefield. These are serious road trips and best suited for families with kids 6+ who can handle multiple days of bus travel. The payoff is worth it since the Rockies are jaw-dropping, but the pace is demanding.
Bestcan is a mid-range option between budget bus tours and premium private guides. Service is solid, guides are knowledgeable, and the logistics are handled professionally. Expect groups of 20-40 people on most tours.
Age Suitability
Parent Logistics
Stroller-Friendly
Limited
Nursing / Changing
Not Available
Kid Meals
N/A
Setting
Outdoor
Rainy Day
Not ideal
Plan Your Visit
Best Time to Visit
May through September for the best weather and road conditions on mountain tours
Wait Times
No wait, pre-booked departures
Nearby Food
Day tours include scheduled lunch stops at restaurants or food courts. The Whistler tour stops in Whistler Village with many family options. Victoria tours allow time at the Inner Harbour restaurants.
Why Kids Love It
Bestcan Tours takes families to Whistler, Victoria, and the Canadian Rockies with comfortable coach travel. Kids love spotting wildlife through the big bus windows and the stops at dramatic waterfalls and mountain viewpoints make for great photo ops.
Pro Tips from Parents
- The Victoria ferry ride is a highlight for kids so don't sleep through it
- Bring entertainment for the bus since some driving stretches are long
- The Whistler day trip is the best single-day option for families with younger kids
What to Bring
- Layers for mountain weather since temperatures vary dramatically
- Snacks and water for the bus
- Motion sickness remedies for kids who get carsick on winding roads
Cost Info
Estimated Cost (Family of 4)
About $400-$700 CAD for a family of 4 on a day tour.
Per-person rates range from $100-$180 depending on destination.
Multi-day tours cost significantly more.
Tips to Save
- Book online in advance for early-bird discounts.
- Kids under 3 sometimes ride free.
- Look for package deals that bundle multiple day trips.
- Off-season (April, October) rates are lower.
Hours & Contact
Hours
- Friday
- 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
- Monday
- 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
- Sunday
- 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
- Tuesday
- 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
- Saturday
- 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
- Thursday
- 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
- Wednesday
- 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM