Discover Canada Tours

Discover Canada Tours operates guided sightseeing tours from Vancouver to destinations across British Columbia and Alberta. Their most popular family offerings include day trips to Whistler and Victoria, plus multi-day tours to the Canadian Rockies covering Banff, Lake Louise, and Jasper.

The Whistler tour follows the Sea-to-Sky Highway with stops at scenic viewpoints, Shannon Falls, and time exploring Whistler Village. It's a manageable day trip for families with younger kids since the driving portions aren't too long and the stops are spaced well.

For a bigger adventure, the Victoria and Butchart Gardens day trip includes a BC Ferries crossing that kids genuinely enjoy. The ferry has a cafeteria, outdoor decks, and enough space for kids to move around during the 90-minute crossing. Butchart Gardens is stunning for all ages, with the sunken garden and water features capturing kids' attention.

Multi-day Rocky Mountain tours are the most impressive offerings but require kids who can handle 3-5 days of bus travel. The Columbia Icefield, Lake Louise, and Moraine Lake are bucket-list destinations that justify the time commitment. Hotels along the route are typically mid-range chains with pools, which helps kids decompress at the end of each day.

Coaches are comfortable with AC, reclining seats, and large windows. No onboard restrooms, but stops are built in regularly. Group sizes range from 20-45 passengers depending on the tour.

Guides provide narration throughout the drive, pointing out wildlife, geological features, and local history. The quality of guides is generally high, though the commentary is geared toward adults. Kids tend to tune in and out, which is fine.