I am planning to go to British Columbia from Alberta. I am planning to take a flight to vancouver rather than driving and spend about 5-7 days. now i am thinking to mainly visit the top tourist places rather than trying covering the maximum part of it through road trips and all which i know is very beautiful. do you think this is the right strategy, just to visit Vancouver and victor/vancouver island

Direct answer Yes — for a relaxed 5–7 day trip from Alberta, flying to Vancouver and concentrating on Vancouver plus Victoria (Vancouver Island) is a smart strategy. You’ll see the region’s top highlights without the long drives and get a mix of city, nature, and coastal scenery.

Why this makes sense

• Time-efficient: Eliminates long road travel; maximizes sightseeing and leisure.
• High-value highlights: Vancouver and Victoria showcase urban culture, mountain & ocean views, gardens, and history.
• Easy logistics: Frequent flights to YVR and short ferry or floatplane trips to Victoria.

Sample 6-day plan

• Day 1: Arrive Vancouver — explore Gastown, Canada Place, and Harbour.
• Day 2: Stanley Park (Seawall cycling/walking), Vancouver Aquarium, English Bay sunset.
• Day 3: Granville Island Market, Science World or Museum of Anthropology, evening in Kitsilano.
• Day 4: Day trip options — Capilano Suspension Park/Grouse Mountain or Lynn Canyon + Deep Cove paddle.
• Day 5: Travel to Victoria — BC Ferries (Tsawwassen–Swartz Bay) or 35–40 min floatplane to downtown Victoria. Relax on arrival.
• Day 6: Victoria highlights — Butchart Gardens, Inner Harbour, Royal BC Museum, Craigdarroch Castle. Fly back to Alberta or return to Vancouver for departure.

Practical tips

• Travel between Vancouver & Victoria: Floatplanes (Harbour Air) land downtown and save time; BC Ferries is cheaper and scenic but requires drive to Tsawwassen or a connecting bus.
• Book seasonal attractions and ferries in advance (summer peak).
• Weather: Pack layers and a waterproof jacket — coastal weather can change quickly.
• Transport in Vancouver: Transit + rideshares work well; rent bikes for Stanley Park Seawall.
• Day-trip caution: If you want alpine scenery (Whistler) consider a half-day or full-day trip from Vancouver but skip if you prefer to keep the pace relaxed.

When this strategy isn’t ideal

• If you want extensive alpine/backcountry exploration (Yoho, Kootenay, Icefields) or a multi-stop coastal road trip, flying only to Vancouver limits access. For that, driving or a longer multi-leg trip is better.

Bottom line For a 5–7 day vacation focusing on top tourist experiences and low transit stress, concentrating on Vancouver and Victoria is an excellent, efficient choice. It delivers city culture, coastal scenery, gardens, and easy logistics without the fatigue of long road trips.