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- The best Pacific Northwest tour packages
- What people love about Pacific Northwest Tours
- Travel Pacific Northwest your way
- Top operators in Pacific Northwest
- Pacific Northwest tours for every group
- Top Pacific Northwest travel itineraries to fit your plans
- Demographics
- Best time to visit Pacific Northwest
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The best Pacific Northwest tour packages
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MelissaPacific Northwest travel expert at TourRadar
Active West Coast Canada Discovery
7 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“We really enjoyed it and were super appreciative of everything Nick did to ensure we had a great time.”
James, traveled in September 2022
The Pacific Northwest's premier paths stretch from Vancouver Island's Juan de Fuca trail to Whistler's alpine routes. Paddle through Cowichan Bay, climb Stawamus Chief, and hike to Elfin Lakes. Camp under the stars in the region's most spectacular wilderness.
Duration 8 days Destinations Vancouver, Sooke, Parksville, Squamish, Whistler Age Range 12 to 90 year olds Operator G Adventures From $2,299
10% Off- US$2,069You save $229
Duration 7 days Destinations Vancouver, Olympic National Park, Port Angeles, Portland, Mount Rainier National Park, Seattle Age Range 12 to 90 year olds Operator G Adventures From
10% Off- US$3,399
7 Day Vancouver Island Camping Adventure
18 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“This trip was excellent in every way! The guides were the kindest people you'll ever meet.”
Tim, traveled in September 2019
Pacific Northwest adventure featuring Victoria's historic harbor, Tofino's surf culture, and Port Renfrew's hidden beaches. Camp beneath towering cedars while exploring rainforest trails and coastal paths. Includes gourmet meals and optional marine excursions.
Duration 7 days Destinations Victoria, Coombs, Tofino, Ucluelet, Sproat Lake, Nanaimo, Lake Cowichan, Port Renfrew, Sooke Age Range 14 to 75 year olds Operator Fresh Adventures From
10% Off- US$1,940+$96 upfront costs
Vancouver Island Premium Tour
6 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“I've seen and done about everything on this weekend: watched a beautiful sunset, learned how to do s'mores.”
Melanie, traveled in April 2018
Vancouver Island's rugged coastline unfolds from Victoria's historic harbor to Tofino's surf beaches. The route includes Elk Falls Provincial Park, Cathedral Grove's ancient forests, and breathtaking Pacific Rim Highway panoramas.
Duration 8 days Destinations Vancouver, Victoria, Duncan, Tofino, Campbell River, Nanaimo Age Range 5 to 100 year olds Operator Discover Canada Tours From
10% Off- US$2,567
Klahoose Adventure - British Columbia Summer Wildlife & Cultural Tour - 3 Nights / 4 Day Package
1 Review by TourRadar travelers“Very friendly staff, beautiful scenery, awesome food.”
K, traveled in June 2023
Indigenous culture comes alive at Klahoose Wilderness Resort in Desolation Sound. Traditional ceremonies, whale watching tours, and cedar weaving workshops complement ocean-view accommodations with kayaking and warm-water swimming access.
Duration 4 days Destinations Lund, Desolation Sound, Desolation Sound Marine Park, Homfray Creek, Toba Inlet Age Range up to 110 year olds Operator Klahoose Wilderness Resort From
10% Off- US$2,773
What people love about Pacific Northwest Tours
- Vancouver Island Premium Tour
Tofino was fantastic ! Vancouver Island is very wild and I really enjoyed the surf lessons !
- 7 Day Vancouver Island Camping Adventure
Last year we wanted to explore the west coast of Canada and found the Vancouver Island tour from Fresh Adventures. Overall we loved the tour and cant wait to go back to Vancouver Island. My husband loved exploring the rain forest and old growth trees while the Gulf Islands and ocean safaris were more my thing. We saw a bear and lots of porpoises as well as several seals and sea lions. The eagles were everywhere too! Glad we took this tour and hoping to do another in the future.
- Hiking and Kayak on Vancouver Island
Timberwolf Hiking and Kayaking on Vancouver Island: This was a well-organised and enjoyable tour. We were a group of 9, mostly single travellers, of different nationalities and ages. Our tour guide worked very hard, with both practical tasks, such as driving and organising meals and equipment, and in making sure participants had a fun and safe time. The kayaking with camp on the remote island was brilliant. It wasn't a relaxing holiday but it was great to be outdoors and active and was a fantastic experience. Definitely recommended.
Travel Pacific Northwest your way
The Olympic and Vancouver Island trails really deliver for hikers of all levels. Our travelers tell us they love how the routes mix coastal and mountain paths, from easy forest walks to proper summit climbs. Olympic National Park tours take you through Hurricane Ridge's alpine meadows and into the Hoh Rainforest with its thick moss-covered trees. Over on Vancouver Island, you can hike the remote Juan de Fuca trail and walk among the giants in Cathedral Grove's old-growth forest. Small groups make it easier to spot bears, eagles and even whales along the coast during multi-day trips that often include camping under massive trees. For those seeking quiet spots, the Enchanted Valley trek lets you wake up to mountain views after following the Quinault River through lush rainforest.
See all Hiking & Trekking toursVancouver Island gives you a fantastic mix of wild Pacific nature and comfortable places to stay. Our travelers love getting out to Butchart Gardens, taking ferries through the Gulf Islands and walking the Wild Pacific Trail with local guides who know where to spot whales, eagles and bears. If you're into surfing, some tours head to Tofino where you can try catching waves, while others focus on the hiking trails near Campbell River. What works really well is how these tours mix guided activities with free time - maybe join a morning hike then spend your afternoon checking out Victoria's Inner Harbor or relaxing on Long Beach.
See all Explorer toursSelect from our extensive range of 75 fully guided tours to enjoy a worry-free experience through Pacific Northwest with our expert guides leading the way.
See all Fully Guided toursExplore a wide diversity of self-guided tours through Pacific Northwest. We have 26 adventures that vary from 3 days to 20 days. With the greatest number of departures in June, this is also the most popular time of the year.
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Top operators in Pacific Northwest
G Adventures runs solid tours that give you good bang for your buck - most travelers we've worked with really like how well they organize everything. The food can be hit or miss though, based on what we hear from different groups. If you're into paddling, Timberwolf's kayaking trips are fantastic and their camping setups are top notch. Just keep in mind these aren't lazy river floats - you'll need to be ready for some real physical work out there on the water and trails. Fresh Adventures has built quite a following thanks to their guide Alex Ross. Their ski trips are pretty hardcore with deep powder runs and backcountry routes, plus they mix in some really nice touches like soaking in hot springs and properly good meals. That said, if you're new to skiing, you might want to look elsewhere - one of our clients found the runs pretty intimidating as a beginner.
- 5.0 (22,805 reviews)
"This tour was great for a solo traveller looking to explore new places as part of a group. I got to go places I never would have known about if I had gone independently and got to meet lots of great people from all over the world. The tour guide was great! Very considerate of everyone in the group and happy to share his knowledge about the areas we visited. He put in a lot of time and effort to ensure the meals were high quality and healthy and encouraged everyone to take part in helping out. It was a great experience and I?m so glad I went.
- Tours
- 5 tours
- Age range
- 12 to 90 years old
- Adventure type
- Explorer
- Response time
- 1h
- Response rate
- 92%
- Average price
- $540
- 4.5 (444 reviews)
"Great small group tour. There were 13 of us on a very comfortable small bus with plenty of room to spread out and enjoy the views. Our guide, Olly, was truly amazing. Knowledgeable, calm and capable and ever-ready to be of assistance.
- Tours
- 1 tours
- Age range
- 6 to 99 years old
- Adventure type
- Explorer
- Response time
- 60h
- Response rate
- 92%
- Average price
- $480
- 5.0 (87 reviews)
"The trip was absolutely perfect! Our tour guides Louis and Corinne were kind, funny and just the best people overall. They organised the best trip, allowing us to see so much of the Island and they cooked up gourmet meals that I didn't think would be possible on a camping trip! They accommodated everyone's preferences on activities and took us to some amazing places and I had so much fun with everyone on the trip. I will definitely recommend this Vancouver island tour to all and any other fresh adventures tours because they were so helpful from the point of booking the tour to the end of the tour! Thanks a lot Fresh adventures!
- Tours
- 2 tours
- Age range
- 12 to 75 years old
- Adventure type
- Explorer
- Response time
- 15h
- Response rate
- 100%
- Average price
- $499
Pacific Northwest tours for every type of group
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Group
77 tours in Pacific NorthwestExplore a wide diversity of group tours through Pacific Northwest. We have 77 adventures that vary from 3 days to 18 days. With the greatest number of departures in August, this is also the most popular time of the year.
Small Group
53 tours in Pacific NorthwestVisit Pacific Northwest with fewer travelers, ensuring more immersive activities.
Private / Personalized
44 tours in Pacific NorthwestThe Klahoose tours let you experience British Columbia's coast in a private setting. You'll stay at a special resort in Desolation Sound where our guests really connect with the Coast Salish welcome ceremonies and cultural activities. Another good private option covers the West Chilcotin with nights at historic B&Bs and guest ranches. You'll take float planes over the Coast Mountains, watch grizzlies from river rafts and join Indigenous guides to see ancient rock art. Our travelers tell us they especially like how their private guides can adjust each day based on what interests them most.
Top Pacific Northwest travel itineraries to fit your plans
Looking for a quick escape? The Olympic Inn Based Tour packs in some excellent hiking at Hurricane Ridge and along Shi Shi Beach's Pacific coast, then lets you rest up at Lake Crescent Lodge each night. Our guides cook up really good trail meals that our travelers talk about long after the tour. For something more challenging, the Seven Lakes Basin trek takes you up some serious elevation to Heart Lake and Sol Duc Park. Over in BC, we've got a Vancouver Cultural Tour that flows nicely between city and nature - from the aquarium through Stanley Park and out to Capilano Bridge. These 3-day tours manage to fit in both wild spaces and cultural spots without feeling like you're rushing around.
Don't miss out on visiting:
Vancouver, Squamish, Whistler
When you've got a week to play with, you can really get to know the region. Many travelers go for our Vancouver Island combo tour where you'll paddle Clayoquot Sound in double kayaks, set up camp on Vargas Island and walk through the old-growth forests in Pacific Rim National Park. Or you might prefer cycling through Oregon's Hells Canyon - you'll ride alongside the Snake River and into the Wallowa Mountains. Our customers tell us they love how these tours mix active days with nice accommodations and local food, giving you time to recharge while seeing the best bits.
Don't miss out on visiting:
Vancouver, Olympic National Park, Portland, Mount Rainier National Park, Seattle
Ten days lets you settle in and really explore. The Vancouver Island Explorer takes its time, moving from Victoria's Inner Harbor through whale watching at Tofino and also hiking in Strathcona Park. The Campbell River fishing lodge is a highlight - our travelers often spot eagles and whales right from their rooms. For something different, the West Chilcotin tour heads into BC's quiet interior, with stays at guest ranches, float plane rides to Hunlen Falls and gentle river floats where you can watch grizzlies fish. You'll also get proper time with First Nations communities, learning about their traditions and visiting cultural sites.
Don't miss out on visiting:
Vancouver, Tofino, Whistler, Victoria
Demographics
The 8-day camping tours around Vancouver Island work really well for solo travelers. Our guests often mention making quick friends while tackling the Stawamus Chief trail or paddling kayaks in Cowichan Bay. Everyone shares meals around the campfire and joins group activities like whale watching, but there's also free time to check out Victoria's cafes or walk Tofino's beaches alone. Having a CEO guide handle all the logistics means solo travelers can just focus on enjoying themselves rather than worrying about details.
The Klahoose Adventure in British Columbia is perfect for couples looking for a luxury escape. You get private resort rooms in Desolation Sound where you can kayak in sheltered waters, learn about nature from Indigenous guides and watch for whales right from your deck. We also run a popular three-park tour through North Cascades, Olympic and Mount Rainier National Parks that combines scenic drives with really nice lodges. Couples tell us they love mixing guided activities with romantic downtime - maybe soaking in hidden hot springs or catching the sunset over Tofino's coastline.
Young adults tend to go for our active outdoor tours. The BC ski tours hit epic mountains like Revelstoke, Kicking Horse and Red Mountain where you can tackle challenging runs. After skiing, the groups hang out at local breweries and soak in natural hot springs. In summer, lots choose Vancouver Island tours that mix surfing in Tofino, hiking the Juan de Fuca trail and kayaking trips. Our younger travelers really like the social vibe at beachfront camps and being able to pick how hard they want to push themselves each day.
Our premium Vancouver Island tours work really well for senior travelers with their comfortable hotels and flexible pace. You'll visit Victoria's Inner Harbour, Butchart Gardens and take an easy walk on the Malahat SkyWalk's elevated pathway. Older guests tell us they appreciate having time to explore on their own terms - whether that's taking photos of Duncan's totem poles or watching for whales from Tofino's shore. We pick hotels close to town centers and include gentler walking options through Cathedral Grove's old growth forest or along Victoria's waterfront path.
Vancouver Island offers really nice options for families to explore the Pacific Northwest together. Our 3-day Vancouver-Victoria tour mixes city experiences with nature activities - parents tell us they love how flexible the pace is while their kids get excited spotting whales and seals during boat trips. Walking through Butchart Gardens and along the Wild Pacific Trail, families often see eagles, bears and lots of marine life. The guides are great at adjusting activities based on the children's ages - some days that means learning about sea creatures at the Ucluelet Aquarium, other days it's taking on a more challenging hike through East Sooke Regional Park.
Solo Travelers63 tours All tours for Solo Travelers- Couples40 tours
- Seniors (50+)39 tours All tours for Seniors
Best time to visit Pacific Northwest
- Spring 2025
Spring really comes alive with peak whale watching season. Our Vancouver Island routes combine marine wildlife viewing and hikes through rainforests just as they start blooming. The San Juan Islands cycling tours work perfectly this time of year - our riders tell us they love having quiet roads to themselves and spotting migrating orcas right from their bikes. Idaho's Coeur d'Alene trails open up nicely too, letting cyclists enjoy scenic rail-trails before the summer crowds arrive. As temperatures warm up, our Desolation Sound Indigenous experiences restart, giving visitors direct access to First Nations customs and lands.
- popular 36 tours
- Summer 2025
Summer brings out our most active Pacific Northwest tours in full force. The Vancouver Island Premium tours get booked quickly since they offer that perfect mix of Butchart Gardens, Tofino beach time and wildlife viewing. Our travelers particularly enjoy guided Wild Pacific Trail hikes followed by free time around Victoria's Inner Harbor. For serious hikers, our tours through East Sooke Regional Park and along the Juan de Fuca Trail offer longer daily treks. The Klahoose experiences hit their stride in summer, combining kayaking, traditional ceremonies and excellent marine life viewing right from the resort.
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- Fall / Autumn 2025
Fall creates ideal conditions for watching grizzly bears feast during salmon runs, especially around Campbell River and Orford River. Our travelers consistently tell us these bear-viewing experiences are trip highlights, particularly when paired with visits to Cathedral Grove's ancient forest. Vancouver Island explorer tours take advantage of smaller autumn crowds while still offering excellent wildlife viewing - you'll often spot whales, seals and also eagles during private boat trips. Fall low tides at Juan de Fuca Marine Reserve reveal rich intertidal life, while Goldstream Provincial Park fills with spawning salmon that attract bears and bird enthusiasts alike.
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