Cruise Transfers, Vancouver
Canada Place Cruise Terminal
Vancouver's Canada Place cruise terminal handles Alaska cruise season from May through September — Holland America, Princess Cruises, Royal Caribbean, Celebrity, and Norwegian all call it home. Embarkation day means arriving with substantial luggage, navigating the terminal, and getting the trip started on the right note.
Elite Ride provides cruise embarkation and disembarkation transfers across Greater Vancouver. Cadillac Escalade ESV and Chevrolet Suburban LT accommodate up to 5 passengers with full cruise luggage — four large suitcases and carry-ons without compromising seating. Driver assists with loading and unloading at the terminal.
Cruise season at Canada Place runs May–September. For YVR arrivals connecting to a same-day embarkation, we sequence the airport pickup and terminal drop-off as a single transfer. Fare is flat, locked at booking, all-in.
Cruise Transfer Options
Pricing
Billed at 1.25–1.5 hrs depending on pickup location. All prices include 20% gratuity and 5% GST — all-in, nothing added at checkout.
| Trip Type | Sedan | SUV |
|---|---|---|
| Departure drop-off | $142 – $171 | $158 – $189 |
| Corporate hourly rate | $114/hr | $126/hr |
Book online for an exact quote based on your address, or call (604) 206-3662.
Vancouver Cruise Coverage
Honest Assessment
Canada Place is accessible by taxi, rideshare, and even SkyTrain via Waterfront station. If you are staying downtown with no luggage, the walk or a short cab ride works fine.
Where the private transfer is the obvious choice: any group arriving at YVR with cruise luggage on embarkation day, families with multiple large bags, couples who want the trip to start well rather than in a luggage scramble at a taxi stand, and disembarkation transfers where you have just been on a ship for two weeks and want a professional meet-and-greet at the exit.
Frequently Asked
The driver meets you at the designated meet-and-greet area on the departures level of Canada Place with a sign bearing your name. We send the exact meeting point with your booking confirmation.
Yes. This is the most common booking for cruise departures. Driver meets you at YVR arrivals with a name board, loads luggage, and proceeds directly to Canada Place. The $30 YVR surcharge applies for the arrivals portion.
Our SUVs carry up to 5 passengers and accommodate 5 large suitcases with small carry-ons. For cruise groups with more luggage, we can coordinate two vehicles or advise on packing. Contact us to discuss.
Canada Place Alaska cruise season runs May through September. This is the busiest period for cruise transfers — booking early is recommended, particularly for Saturday and Sunday embarkation days in July and August.
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