Day 1 Vancouver | Arrival
Upon arrival in Vancouver, transfer to your hotel at your own cost. The rest of the day is at leisure to enjoy the sights.
Day 2 Vancouver | Freedom of Choice - Choose 1 of 8 Excursions
Today you can personalize your day by choosing one of these excursions.
Option 1. Half Day Whale Watching Excursion
Set out on a half-day whale watching cruise from Vancouver through the scenic Strait of Georgia and Howe Sound. Encounter orcas, humpbacks, seals, and bald eagles as expert naturalists share fascinating insights into the region’s diverse marine life.
Option 2. Victoria & Butchart Gardens
Take in the beauty of coastal British Columbia on a memorable day trip to Victoria and the world-famous Butchart Gardens. Sail through the scenic Gulf Islands, enjoy time in Victoria’s charming harbourfront downtown, and wander through spectacular floral displays in one of Canada’s most celebrated gardens.
Option 3. Vancouver City Highlights & Capilano Suspension Bridge
This tour is the perfect blend of city and nature. Explore downtown Vancouver’s urban elements and immerse yourself in the rugged North Shore wilderness. Highlights include Capilano Suspension Bridge, Chinatown, Gastown, Stanley Park, Granville Island, and Vancouver Lookout Tower.
Option 4. Granville Island Market Tour
Discover Granville Island, Canada’s second most-visited destination. Enjoy a vibrant tour through Vancouver’s renowned Public Market, savoring delicious bites while uncovering the captivating stories, culture, and history behind each creation. Experience the hidden gems that even locals miss!
Option 5. Grand E-bike Tour of Stanley Park, Granville Island & Vancouver
Explore Vancouver’s highlights on this all-encompassing tour! Visit Stanley Park, ride the Seawall, discover hidden forest trails, cross to Granville Island, see False Creek’s stunning views, and explore Olympic Village, Science World, Chinatown, and historic Gastown. Enjoy a 45-minute lunch break at Granville Island Public Market.
Option 6. Vancouver City Skyline by Floatplane
Experience the thrill of flying in a classic floatplane above Vancouver’s stunning skyline. Soar over coastal mountains and city landmarks on a truly unique adventure that begins and ends on water.
Option 7. Helicopter Tour of Vancouver
Take to the skies on a thrilling helicopter tour over Vancouver’s iconic landscapes. Soar above the city skyline, Stanley Park, and the North Shore Mountains, with sweeping views of the Pacific Ocean. This unforgettable aerial adventure offers a fresh perspective of Vancouver’s natural and urban beauty.
Option 8. UNESCO Biosphere & Bowen Island Zodiac Boat Tour
Embark on an exhilarating 4-hour Zodiac boat tour from Vancouver to explore the stunning fjord of Howe Sound, a designated UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. Discover hidden coves, see a lively seal colony, pass by Lighthouse Park, visit Horseshoe Bay, and take in breathtaking coastal mountain scenery along the way.
Day 3 Vancouver to Whistler Tour | Sea to Sky Gondola
Leave the city behind and journey north along the spectacular Sea to Sky Highway, where ocean, rainforest and towering mountains create one of Canada’s most dramatic coastal drives. Stop at Shannon Falls, where cascading water drops 335 metres through the surrounding forest, before continuing to the Sea to Sky Gondola.
Rise above the coastal rainforest to the summit for breathtaking views across Howe Sound, surrounding mountains and deep valleys. Take time to enjoy the viewing platforms, walk across the Sky Pilot Suspension Bridge or explore one of the scenic summit trails.
Continue through the Coast Mountains to Whistler, arriving in the heart of its lively pedestrian village. Spend time exploring boutique shops, cafés and galleries, discover the resort’s Olympic legacy, or simply relax and enjoy the fresh mountain air and spectacular alpine setting.
Day 4 Whistler | Freedom of Choice - Choose 1 of 5 Excursions
Evening return to Vancouver
Today you can tailor your day by choosing one of five Whistler experiences.
Option 1. Whistler Guided Lunch Tour
Discover Whistler’s lively culinary scene on a guided lunch tour through the village. Enjoy a delicious multi-course experience at some of the resort’s favourite local dining spots, with sweet stops along the way for artisan chocolate and treats.
Option 2. River of Golden Dreams Guided Canoe Tour
Paddle one of Whistler’s most scenic waterways on a summertime canoe journey from Alta Lake to Green Lake. Drift past wildflower-lined banks, mountain views, old-growth forest and quiet wetlands, with the chance to spot local wildlife along the way.
Option 3. Whistler Peak 2 Peak Gondola
Experience Whistler from above on the spectacular Peak 2 Peak Gondola, connecting Whistler and Blackcomb mountains. Take in panoramic views of glaciers, alpine valleys, extinct volcanoes and snow-capped peaks from one of the most iconic mountain gondola rides in the world.
Option 4. Ziptrek Eco Tour
Soar above Whistler’s stunning rainforest on Ziptrek Eco Tours’ Bear or Eagle Tours—an unforgettable ziplining adventure blending thrilling heights with breathtaking nature and eco-education.
Option 5. Upgrade Option: Bear Safari in Whistler Olympic Park
Venture into the wilderness of Whistler Olympic Park in search of black bears in their natural habitat. Travel by vehicle through pristine alpine landscapes, watch for bears foraging in open meadows and enjoy impressive mountain views from the park’s iconic ski jump area.
Later this afternoon, journey back to Vancouver along the Sea to Sky Highway. Travelling south reveals a different perspective on this spectacular route, descending from Whistler’s alpine landscapes toward the coast as mountain valleys give way to sweeping views across Howe Sound and its islands. A scheduled coach transfer to Vancouver is included, or upgrade to a private transfer for a more relaxed and personalized journey back to the city.
Day 5 Vancouver | Departure
Upon check-out of your hotel, your time in Vancouver comes to an end. Continue with your onward travel arrangements at your leisure.
