Vancouver, Victoria & Whistler | Pacific Coast & Mountain Adventure

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 7 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. 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 3. 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 4. 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 5. 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 6. 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 7. 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 Victoria Tour with Butchart Gardens | Coach, Ferry Begin the day with a scenic coach journey to the coast, followed by a relaxing ferry crossing through the beautiful Gulf Islands to Vancouver Island. Continue to the world-famous Butchart Gardens, where vibrant floral displays, tranquil pathways and beautifully landscaped gardens create an unforgettable setting. Afterwards, make your way into Victoria and enjoy time to explore the Inner Harbour, historic streets, waterfront cafés and shops at your own pace.

Day 4 Victoria | Freedom of Choice - Choose 1 of 3 Excursions Evening return to Vancouver Today you can tailor your day by selecting one of these experiences. Option 1. Eat like a Canadian Food Tour Discover Victoria through its flavours on a guided culinary walking tour. Sample local ingredients, historic dishes and modern Canadian favourites while exploring the Inner Harbour and nearby neighbourhoods. Along the way, meet the chefs, makers and local food experts who help make Victoria one of Canada’s most enjoyable small-city dining destinations. Option 2. Whale Watch Cruise Head out onto the Salish Sea for a thrilling 3.5-hour whale watching cruise from Victoria. Travel aboard a covered or open vessel in search of orcas, humpback whales, sea lions, porpoises and seabirds. Hydrophones may be used to bring the underwater world to life, adding another dimension to this remarkable marine experience. Option 3. High Tea at the Fairmont Empress Hotel Enjoy the timeless tradition of Afternoon Tea at the Fairmont Empress, one of Victoria’s most iconic landmarks. Settle into an elegant setting overlooking the Inner Harbour and savour fine tea, delicate finger sandwiches, pastries and freshly baked scones in a setting that reflects the city’s historic charm. Later, take to the skies by seaplane for a spectacular flight back to Vancouver, soaring above the islands, coastline and sparkling waters of the Salish Sea.

Day 5 Vancouver to Whistler | 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 6 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 7 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.