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Vancouver Island, British Columbia, Canada

5 days in Vancouver

Mountains, ocean and one of the world's most liveable cities. Here's how to spend 5 days in Vancouver: a realistic day-by-day plan you can copy and tweak. The best time for this 5 days Vancouver trip is June, July and August. Budget roughly $150/person/day before flights.

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Length
5 days
Best time
June, July, August
~Cost/day
$150
Currency
USD
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Your 5 days Vancouver itinerary, day by day

1

Day 1

09:00
Ralph Lake
Ralph Lake is a lake located on Vancouver Island. It is an expansion of the Ralph River east of Buttle Lake.
12:30
Charity Lake
Charity Lake is a lake located on Vancouver Island is an expansion of Ralph River south of Mount Albert Edward in Strathcona Provincial Park,
16:00
Toy Lake (Vancouver Island)
Toy Lake is a lake on Vancouver Island north of Great Central Lake and east of Oshinow Lake.
2

Day 2

09:00
Faith Lake
Faith Lake is a lake on Vancouver Island southeast of the headwaters of the Ralph River.
12:30
Mount Frink
Mount Frink is a plateau-like mesa on Vancouver Island, British Columbia, Canada, located 30 km (19 mi) west of Courtenay and 2 km (1 mi) southeast of Mount Albert Edward Most oft
16:00
Jack Shark Lake
Jack Shark Lake is a lake located on Vancouver Island on the west side of Augerpoint Mountain west of Mount Albert Edward in Strathcona Provincial Park.
3

Day 3

09:00
Mount Albert Edward (British Columbia)
Mount Albert Edward is the sixth highest peak on Vancouver Island and one of the most easily accessible. Located in Strathcona Provincial Park, the mountain is a popular destinatio
12:30
Castlecrag Mountain
Castlecrag Mountain is a mountain located on Vancouver Island, British Columbia. Castlecrag Mountain is located South of Moat Lake, 1.6 km West of Mount Frink along the same ridge
16:00
Pearl Lake (Vancouver Island)
Pearl Lake is a lake located on Vancouver Island is an expansion of Oyster River near head and east of Buttle Lake.
4

Day 4

09:00
Gem Lake (Vancouver Island)
Gem Lake is a lake located on Vancouver Island northeast of Mount Albert Edward on the east side of Buttle Lake, in Strathcona Provincial Park.
12:30
John Brown Lake
John Brown Lake is a lake on Vancouver Island east of Moat Lake on Forbidden Plateau, Strathcona Provincial Park.
16:00
Vancouver Island
Vancouver Island is an island in the northeastern Pacific Ocean and part of the Canadian province of British Columbia. The island is 456 km (283 mi) in length, 100 km (62 mi) in wi
5

Day 5

09:00
Amphitheatre Lake (Vancouver Island)
Amphitheatre Lake is a lake located on Vancouver Island north of Circlet Lake on Forbidden Plateau, Strathcona Provincial Park.
12:30
Circlet Lake
Circlet Lake is a lake located on Vancouver Island on Forbidden Plateau at the head of Goss Creek. It is located in Strathcona Provincial Park and is a popular location for backcou
16:00
Local food tour of Vancouver Island~$25
Taste the signature dishes of Vancouver Island.

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What 5 days in Vancouver costs

What this trip costs

$1,305
Flights$45034%
Stay$27021%
Activities$13510%
Food$22517%
Local transport$907%
Shopping$605%
Buffer$756%
$261/day

Estimates for planning, so check live prices before you book.

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5 days in Vancouver: FAQ

Is 5 days enough for Vancouver?+

5 days is a comfortable amount of time to explore Vancouver, with room for day trips and a slower pace. The plan above balances the must-sees with time to wander.

What should I do on day 1 in Vancouver?+

Start with Ralph Lake, Charity Lake and Toy Lake (Vancouver Island). The full first day is mapped out above.

How much does 5 days in Vancouver cost?+

Budget around $150 per person per day for a mid-range trip (stay, food and activities), before flights, so roughly $750 per person for 5 days. The cost breakdown above splits it by category.

When is the best time to visit Vancouver?+

The best months to visit Vancouver are June, July, August and September, when the weather suits sightseeing best.

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