This self-drive winter adventure delivers you an abundance of iconic and classic Canadian experiences. Discover British Columbia's winter forests with a snowshoe or dogsledding experience. Travel the famous Sea to Sky Highway with stunning views of Howe Sound. Get your adrenaline pumping with a snowmobile experience through the Callaghan Valley to a historic goldmine.
Experience Vancouver, a vibrant metropolitan city nestled between the mountains, the vast Pacific Ocean, rainforests and scenic parks. Vancouver is a walkable city, and locals take pride in welcoming visitors with clean, safe and vibrant streets.
Discover Vancouver’s most popular city highlights on this fully guided excursion. The tour will take you through charming Stanley Park to a totem pole display, as well as to Prospect Point - an art community on Granville Island. There will also be the opportunity to explore many of Vancouver’s lively neighbourhoods, including Gastown, Chinatown, the Vancouver Harbour and the Sandy beaches of English Bay. Once the tour is over, head over to the 140-meter-long Capilano Suspension Bridge, located in North Vancouver to sway on this impressive bridge in the middle of a lush green forest.
Pick up your rental car and drive north to Whistler enjoying the breathtaking scenery as you travel along the famous Sea to Sky Highway. Whistler and Vancouver were hosts of the 2010 Winter Olympics and Paralympic Games. You will drive alongside scenic Howe Sound and the Cheakamus Canyon and past the snow-capped peaks of the Tantalus Mountains, before arriving in Whistler Village.Just two hours north of Vancouver, Whistler offers natural beauty and a unique mountain lifestyle like nowhere else. Visit any season of the year and you'll be welcomed like family, swept up by the unique energy in the village and have opportunities to go on adventures that inspire and challenge you "“ or simply relax and soak up the stunning scenery. However you decide to spend your time in Whistler, when you find yourself in the mountains, breathing in the wild air, you will realize there is as much to be discovered inside of you, as outside.
The pedestrian-only Whistler Village offers fine dining, vibrant nightlife and outdoor adventure. This afternoon strap on your snowshoes for an introductory snowshoe trip through the snow-covered forests of British Columbia. We also recommend that you experience the world record-breaking PEAK 2 PEAK Gondola for a journey to the top of Whistler Mountain and then between Whistler and Blackcomb Mountains.
This morning experience something different with our snowmobile ride tour for families and first-timers as we follow mountain trails and enjoy a mix of easy riding and spectacular winter scenery. We will introduce you to the sport of snowmobiling in a safe and exciting environment as you journey through the pristine Callaghan Valley to the historic NorthAir Goldmine site for a fabulous introduction to the backcountry. Follow wide, winding trails at a comfortable pace for beginners. Experience the perfect mix of easy riding and spectacular scenery. Afternoon, there is an optional dog sledding tour with a powerful dog team lead you deep into old-growth forests. Stop for a warm-up at a trapper's cabin on Totem Pole Lake and learn about the history of Canadian fur trappers. Join your musher in harnessing and staging the dogs, learn the commands and feel the thrill of driving your own team. The evening is free to explore Whistler, a mountain village with a very alpine feel.
Drive back in Vancouver, return your rental car before continuing with your onward travels.OPTION: Extend your stay in Vancouver city or Whistler and experience the diverse attractions of some of North America's top ski and winter attractions."ƒ
The 6 Day Winter Adventures in Vancouver and Whistler is an independent self-drive winter vacation package. It combines Vancouver sightseeing, a scenic drive to Whistler and winter activities in the mountains of British Columbia.
Yes. The package includes a four-day intermediate car rental, giving travelers the flexibility to drive between Vancouver and Whistler and explore the area independently.
Highlights include Vancouver sightseeing, Capilano Suspension Bridge, the Sea to Sky Highway, Whistler, snowshoeing and a snowmobile experience in the Callaghan Valley. Optional activities such as dog sledding and the Peak 2 Peak Gondola are also available.
The Vancouver sightseeing experience includes Stanley Park and its totem poles, Prospect Point, Granville Island, Gastown, Chinatown, Vancouver Harbour and English Bay. The itinerary also includes a visit to Capilano Suspension Bridge.
Yes. Capilano Suspension Bridge is included during the Vancouver sightseeing portion of the itinerary. The bridge is located in a forested area of North Vancouver and is one of the featured attractions on the tour.
Yes. Travelers drive from Vancouver to Whistler along the Sea to Sky Highway. The route provides views of Howe Sound, Cheakamus Canyon and the snow-covered Tantalus Mountains before reaching Whistler.
Yes. The itinerary includes an introductory snowshoe experience through the snow-covered forests of British Columbia. It provides an opportunity to experience the winter landscape around Whistler.
Yes. The itinerary includes a snowmobile experience in the Callaghan Valley. The ride follows mountain trails and travels toward the historic NorthAir Goldmine area.
The package offers several optional experiences that travelers can add to their itinerary, including dog sledding, the Peak 2 Peak Gondola and Scandinave Spa Whistler. These are optional rather than standard included activities.
The package includes five nights of accommodation, a four-day intermediate car rental and the sightseeing and activities specifically listed as included in the itinerary. Optional activities, gratuities, travel insurance and other items not specifically listed as included are additional.
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