Food, Wine & Nightlife in British Columbia

Get to know Vancouver's famed food scene on a 3-hour walking and food tour of historic Gastown. Admire the architecture as you stroll through the cobbled streets with a small group. Learn about the neighborhoods storied past from your informative guide and sample Canadian classics such as tempura bacon scotch eggs, pork belly crackling, and British Columbia wine.

Vancouver Island is known for producing great wines in a beautiful environment. Visit three well-regarded wineries on Saanich Peninsula on this 4-hour tour from Victoria, which includes private wine tastings at each location, a behind-the-scenes tour of a local winery, and a guide with extensive knowledge about the industry. This small-group tour is limited to 15 passengers or fewer for a more intimate experience.

Enjoy a high-altitude dining experience on this 4-hour tour from Whistler. Ride an ATV 6,000 feet up Blackcomb Mountain to the Horstman Glacier, and then relax and enjoy a local meal on a patio with some of the most spectacular views in the area.

Discover some of the wines for which Canada's Okanagan Valley is famous on this 5.5-hour all star wineries of Kelowna tour. Gain insight into the region's winemaking heritage with your guide as you explore. Visit at least four top local wineries such as Grizzli, Summerhill, Cedar Creek or Quails Gate, and learn how climate and location affects the wine. Cross Okanagan Lake to Mission Hill Winery and explore the rolling vineyards. During your visits, sample the different wines produced and savor the delicate flavors in your glass.

Taste the best of Vancouver's microbrews on a 3-hour tour of the city's craft breweries with a local, 'Beer Geek' guide. Join a small group of fellow beer lovers for a route that takes in Parallel 49, Bomber and Off The Rail, with samples and snacks at each location and a behind-the-scenes tour of the brewing process. See the city from a comfortable bus so you can drink worry-free. Get an insider's perspective on the brewing scene and tips on the best places to eat and drink in the city.

City Manager Austin's experience of Vancouver food and culture is a powerful one. Outgoing and charismatic, he grew up in small town Ontario and moved to Vancouver 7 years ago and fell in love with the area right away. He enjoyed the seafood, sushi and the mountains right away and his energy on these topics will be sure to rub off on you. He has travelled to 35 countries and Vancouver is the place he always ends up back at. Being an athlete most of his life, his need for food as fuel made him a foodie automatically due to such high dietary needs. He thus made food an important part of his life. Living in Gastown himself as an actor, he is far from silent when it comes to giving tips and sharing his passion for the culture and food in

Sample some of the fine wines for which British Columbia is famous on this 5.5-hour Okanagan wine tour from Kelowna. Travel with your guide deep into the rolling hills of the Okanagan Valley. Visit local wineries including Calona Wines, the first winery to establish itself in Kelowna. Admire the lush vineyards and learn of the different grape varietals flourishing in the sun-drenched soils. Gain insight into the winemaking process at the Sandhill Winery. Cross Okanagan Lake to West Kelowna and sample organic wines at Rollingdale, Kalala and Beaumont wineries.

Spend a morning in Vancouver's Chinatown with an off-duty chef on this 3.5-hour food and cultural walking tour. With the help of your expert, taste delicious barbecued crispy duck and other savory delights, as you learn about Chinatown's historical landmarks and local cuisine. Drink tea, enter cookware and herbal medicine shops, and visit the tranquil Dr Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden. A dim sum lunch is included in this small-group tour limited to 10 people.

Get a history lesson mixed with food as you wander around downtown Victoria on this walking tour. Explore four historic areas of the city, which started out as a fur trading outpost, as you taste the local cuisine. Plus, Victoria boasts one of the oldest Chinatown sections in North America. The tour covers some of the oldest parts of the city, including the Victoria Public Market, Chinatown (and Fan Tan Alley), Market Square, and Bastion Square.

Discover the culinary delights of British Columbia on this 3.5-hour small-group dinner tour in Whistler. Visit four different cafes, bars, brew-houses and restaurants throughout Whistler with your guide. Enjoy one dish at each stop, and gain insight into the flavors and foods the locals love. Sample local beers at a brew-house, then visit an award-winning tapas joint. Head on to a nearby restaurant, then finish your culinary adventure at a local chocolate shop! Enjoy personal attention from your guide on this small-group tour, limited to 15 people.

Give your Whistler vacation the golden touch with a 4-hour progressive dinner tour of the area's most established restaurants. Taste fine local cuisine from award-winnings chefs and visit cavernous wine cellars - where you will learn to saber a champagne bottle! With a savvy guide, you'll sample regional fare from blackened ahi tuna to icewine truffles, a local specialty. Get an interactive culinary education including four delicious courses and lots of fun.

Explore Victoria's history and culinary scene on this walking tour of the British Columbian city. Follow a guide to highlights such as the Parliament Buildings, the Inner Harbor Causeway, Trounce Alley, Bastion and Market squares, Fan Tan Alley, the Harmonious Gates of Interest, and the Victoria Public Market. Along the way, stop for between six and eight food tastings of craft beer, chocolate, tea, tapas, cheese, bread, olive oil, and other local products.

Explore the Granville Island Public Market, a top Vancouver attraction, with an off-duty chef on this 2-hour food walking tour. With your in-the-know guide, make your way through the vibrant stalls and sample homemade culinary delights, such as maple-cured salmon, ciabatta bread, artisanal chocolates, Canadian cheeses and just-made doughnuts. Sip a delicious chai tea latte and get to know Granville Island's craft beer scene, art galleries and specialty restaurants. Bring your appetite!

Whether you're a Vancouver local or newcomer to the city, you will learn something new on this Art Deco and Chocolate Tasting tour of the city. Walk through the downtown core, discovering impressive Art Deco buildings. Your guide shares remarkable tales of murder, fame, and mystery. Stop at 2 award-winning local chocolatiers and indulge in generous tastings. Explore Vancouver's past, architecture and amazing chocolate.

Explore the Okanagan Valley's craft distilleries and breweries on this guided bike tour. After being shuttled to the trailhead, ride along the Kettle Valley Rail Trail and get a taste of the local beers (tastings are an additional charge), plus enjoy lunch on this easy downhill cycling trip. On the way back, travel through downtown Penticton.

Give your Vancouver trip a twist with a 2-hour walking tour of the vibrant Granville Island Public Market. Head to the island and get ready to learn about Vancouver's eclectic food culture, browse diverse products and meet local artisans and vendors. In a small group, taste regional foods from fine cheeses and meats to local wine and fresh baked goods. Get a dose of culinary education as you explore, sample and get insider tips on the area's best eateries from your expert guide.

Treat your taste buds to a walking food tour of Victoria's bustling Fort & Blanshard Streets. Once known as Antique Row for its abundance of vintage shops, this hip neighborhood is now filled with trendy restaurants, modern boutique shops, and home to the arts district. Follow a local gourmet guide to some of the best eateries in the area including a tea salon, a European-style deli, an authentic taqueria, Middle-Eastern street food, and more. Chat with shop owners and chefs along the way to gain insight into Victoria's thriving culinary scene. Group size is limited to 12 for a more personalized tasting experience.

Dine high on the Horstman Glacier with a 4-hour adventure dinner excursion from Whistler, and enjoy an evening of live music and spectacular views. You'll travel up the slopes of Blackcomb Mountain in a rugged Jeep Rubicon, then sit down to a meal of locally-caught salmon baked on a cedar plank, with sides and dessert. This 4-hour off-road excursion includes dinner, transport, and entertainment, and it's the perfect way to experience Whistler's summertime snow.