Departing downtown Vancouver, experience the amazing scenic beauty of the Salish Sea, The Gulf and San Juan Islands on your 35 minute flight from Vancouver to Victoria Harbour.
Upon arrival, Island Time Tours picks guests up at the Helijet terminal and set off on a day of tasty delights in the Cowichan Valley. The Cowichan Valley region is rich with fertile land and a mild climate perfect for producing wine, cheese, fruits, vegetables, and much more. On the drive through the idyllic countryside, guests will experience wine tastings at 3 different venues, along with a picnic lunch
Highlights include
• Enjoy wine tastings at 3 different venues, plus a seasonal picnic lunch packed with some of the Valley’s finest flavours.
• Learn about Cowichan Valley’s winemaking history while tasting some of the best wines we have to offer.
• Find out how fan-favourite wines are made and why specific grapes thrive on Vancouver Island and of course, guests have the opportunity to stock up their own wine cellars from the wineries’ shops.
At the end of the adventure, Island Time Tours may drop off back at Victoria Harbour Heliport for a 7pm return flight, with its one of a kind views of the North Shore Mountains and Metro Vancouver ahead of you.
Depart at 8:45am weekdays from Vancouver Harbour Heliport
Matching up with 10am Island Time Tours’ Cowichan Wine & Food Tour
Return flight at 7pm weekdays from Victoria Harbour Heliport
Next day return times may be available upon request if guests would like to stay and explore Victoria.
Excursion, as suggested = approximately 11.5 hour duration including 70 minutes flight time.
Based on availability, Wednesday to Friday(excluding holidays). Other days and flight times may be available, if guests would like to stay and explore Victoria.
Flight check-in is a minimum of 20 minutes prior to departure, Photo ID is required
FARES*: inclusive of roundtrip flight, tour, taxes and fees
$527 / Adult 19+ only
*valid to September 1, 2025
Tour operates with minimum 4 guests, lower numbers may be paired with others
As space is limited, excursion bookings are suggested at least 48 hours in advance
Cancellations may be made up to 24 hours in advance, non-refundable within 24 hours. Ask for Group Booking fees and cancellations.
Ask about dietary restrictions.
All passengers must be 19+ with valid Government-issued photo ID available to present
Email excursions[at]helijet.com for more information
Call Helijet Reservations, 1.800.665.4354, to book your Cowichan Wine & Food Excursion