Vancouver by Sea, Forest & Summit: A Romantic Foodie Escape
See it in NavoySix summer days for two, split between downtown and Kitsilano. You'll ride the Stanley Park seawall, eat your way through Granville Island and cross the Capilano suspension bridge. You'll watch the sun set from Grouse Mountain and spend a day on the ferry to Victoria and Butchart Gardens. There's also kayaking in Deep Cove and Shakespeare under the stars, with sunset dinners throughout.
1Harbourfront Hello
$215Settle in and ease into the city on foot. You'll walk the harbour, wander Gastown's cobbled streets and see the skyline from above. The day ends with a candlelit dinner.
Harbourfront Hello
Canada Place & Waterfront Seawalk
Stroll the sail-roofed pier at Canada Place for views of the North Shore mountains, seaplanes and cruise ships. Follow the waterfront walkway toward Gastown. It's a gentle first look at the city.
Lunch & Gastown Stroll
Have a relaxed lunch at a Gastown bistro, then wander Water Street's brick-lined blocks, independent boutiques and the famous Steam Clock. Stop for coffee or gelato on the way.
Vancouver Lookout Panorama
Go up to the 360-degree observation deck for a bird's-eye view of the harbour, Stanley Park and the mountains. It's a good way to see the geography you'll explore over the coming days.
Romantic Dinner in Gastown
Book a candlelit table at one of Gastown's West Coast restaurants. Share local seafood and BC wines, then walk back past the glowing Steam Clock.
2Around the Seawall
$320Cycle the Stanley Park seawall past totem poles, lighthouse views and forested cliffs. Lunch is at Ferguson Point, and the day ends with a West End dinner near English Bay.
Around the Seawall
Stanley Park Seawall Bike Ride
Rent bikes near the park entrance and ride the seawall counter-clockwise. You'll pass Brockton Point's totem poles, the Lions Gate Bridge viewpoint and Prospect Point. Stop often for photos.
Lunch at Ferguson Point Teahouse
Have a leisurely lunch among the trees at the Teahouse, with views over English Bay. Reserve a patio table if the weather is good.
Third Beach to English Bay Ride & Beach Time
Ride the rest of the seawall past Third and Second Beach to English Bay. Return the bikes, then dip your toes in the water or relax on the sand.
West End Dinner
Have an early dinner on Denman or Davie Street, where Japanese, Italian and seafood restaurants sit side by side. Afterwards, walk back to English Bay for the sunset, which comes late in July.
3Market Bites & Shakespeare by the Sea
$370Spend a flavourful day in Granville Island and Kitsilano. You'll taste the market, relax on Kits Beach and finish with open-air theatre at Vanier Park.
Market Bites & Shakespeare by the Sea
Granville Island Market & Tasting Tour
Join a guided food tasting through the Public Market and the artisan shops around it. Sample local cheeses, smoked salmon, pastries and chocolates, and learn the island's history.
Aquabus Ride & Kitsilano Beach
Take a little False Creek ferry or stroll along Vanier Park's shoreline toward Kitsilano. Spend the afternoon on Kits Beach with its mountain views, the outdoor saltwater pool and volleyball courts.
Dinner on West 4th Avenue
Have an early dinner at a Kitsilano restaurant, with seasonal BC ingredients and a local wine pairing. Allow time to get to Vanier Park for the evening show.
Bard on the Beach Evening Performance
See a Shakespeare production in the lakeside tents at Vanier Park, with the city skyline and mountains behind the stage. Check the performance schedule and book ahead.
4Bridges in the Treetops, Dinner in the Clouds
$490Spend the day on the North Shore. You'll walk the Capilano suspension bridge over the rainforest canyon, then take the Skyride up Grouse Mountain and have dinner at the top.
Bridges in the Treetops, Dinner in the Clouds
Capilano Suspension Bridge Park
Cross the 70-metre-high suspension bridge, then try the Treetops Adventure and the cliffside Cliffwalk. Take a free shuttle from downtown or rideshare to avoid parking.
Grouse Mountain Skyride, Lunch & Summit Activities
Ride the Skyride gondola up the mountain and have lunch at the chalet. Then watch the Lumberjack show and visit the grizzly bear refuge, with views over the city.
Sunset Dinner at The Observatory
Have dinner at the mountaintop restaurant, with the city and Salish Sea turning gold at sunset. Ride the gondola down in the evening glow.
5Island Day: Ferry to Victoria
$445Take a scenic BC Ferries crossing to Vancouver Island for the day. You'll visit Butchart Gardens, wander Victoria's Inner Harbour and eat well before heading back at night. It's a long day, so wear comfortable shoes.
Island Day: Ferry to Victoria
Ferry Crossing to Vancouver Island
Rideshare to the Tsawwassen terminal (about 45–60 minutes), then take the 9:00 sailing through the Gulf Islands (about 1h35). Watch for seals and eagles from the open decks. Foot-passenger fares should be booked in advance.
Butchart Gardens & Lunch
Take a bus or rideshare to the famous gardens, about 25 minutes from the ferry. Wander the Sunken Garden, Rose Garden and Japanese Garden in full summer bloom, and have a relaxed lunch on site.
Victoria Inner Harbour & Fisherman's Wharf
Walk the Inner Harbour past the Parliament Buildings and the Empress Hotel. Then wander over to colourful Fisherman's Wharf and its floating houses, with time for ice cream or street musicians.
Early Dinner in Victoria
Have a relaxed seafood dinner near the harbour before the trip back to the ferry.
Return Ferry & Transfer to Downtown
Take a bus from Victoria to Swartz Bay (about 1h15), then the 20:00 ferry back to Tsawwassen (about 1h35). A rideshare brings you back to your downtown hotel, arriving around 22:45. Check the sailing times before you go.
6Paddles, Peaks & a Farewell Feast
$290Spend your last day outdoors in Deep Cove. You'll kayak the quiet inlet, hike to Quarry Rock and finish with a celebratory dinner in Yaletown.
Paddles, Peaks & a Farewell Feast
Deep Cove Kayaking
Paddle a tandem kayak through Indian Arm's calm waters, with forested mountains rising on both sides. Seals and eagles are common sights. Allow about 40 minutes by rideshare or bus from downtown.
Deep Cove Lunch
Grab a casual lunch in the village. Honey Doughnuts and fish tacos are local favourites, and you can eat them by the water.
Quarry Rock Hike
Hike the forested trail to Quarry Rock (about 3.8 km round trip, moderate). The lookout over Indian Arm and Deep Cove is a good place for a last photo together.
Farewell Dinner in Yaletown
After heading back downtown and freshening up, finish with a long dinner on a Yaletown patio. Share seasonal small plates and cocktails, then take an after-dinner walk along the False Creek seawall.