Experience Vancouver and British Columbia Wine Country
Experience Vancouver and British Columbia Wine Country
9 nights from €1,979 per person Including Flights
Overview
Experience the best of Vancouver and British Columbia on this gorgeous self-drive holiday, with a focus on enjoying the great outdoors and the wonderful food & drink of the region. Explore the vibrant city of Vancouver in its beautiful natural location and visit the wineries of the Okanagan Valley, savouring the delicious reds, whites and ice wines. Journey through the spectacular countryside of British Columbia, past emerald lakes and soaring peaks, onto the charming mountain resort of Whistler. (TM)
Highlights
Explore Vancouver, enjoying the fun of the city in its beautiful natural setting - hire a bike, stroll the waterfront, and enjoy the great range of eateries
Stay for a few days by Okanagan Lake and enjoy wine tasting at several of the charming wineries
Experience Whistler with an abundance of outdoor activities, such a kayaking along the beautiful rivers or ascending the impressive Whistler and Blackcomb Mountains, then enjoy your evenings in the world-class restaurants and fun bars
Itinerary Overview
Fly to Vancouver 3 nights – Kelowna 3 nights – Kamloops 1 night – Whistler 2 nights – Fly home from Vancouver
Whats included?
Flights & taxes
Accommodation
Checked baggage
CAR licensed & bonded
In resort assistance & 24 hour contact centre
Why Book with Canadian Sky?
Hassle-free - book direct quickly and easily
Choice of airlines and the option to switch
A friendly, family run business with a wealth of experience.
Great deals on offer for multiple destinations
No amendment fees
Low deposits
Why Canadian Sky?
Your money is safeWe safeguard your money with ATOL protection and have membership to codes of best conduct.
Why Canadian Sky?
We answer quicklyOn average, calls are answered within three rings. We also respond within hours to emails.
Arrive into Vancouver and transfer to your hotel independently for a three night stay
Overnight: Georgian Court Hotel or similar
Days 2 to 3
Vancouver
Enjoy a couple of days in this great city, and you’ll find myriad things to see and do. You might want to book a foodie walking tour of Granville Island Market, which is a great way to discover the cuisine of Vancouver There is an abundance of local produce and seafood, and this added to the Asian and worldwide culinary influences which run through the city, make for a delicious and diverse cuisine. You can explore the different neighbourhoods on foot or by bike. Perhaps you want to take that iconic mode of transport for this waterfront city and take a trip on a floatplane. Or head out onto the water on a wildlife and whale spotting cruise (check out the "What's Included" section for more suggestions of activities we can book for you)
Day 4
Vancouver – Kelowna, Okanagan Valley (240 miles)
Today you will pick up your hire car and drive deep into British Columbia and the fertile lands of the Okanagan Valley. With rolling hills and beautiful lakes, it’s easy to see why this is where the city-dwellers of western Canada come for their holidays. Your destination is Kelowna, a lively lakeside resort. Check-in to your hotel for a three night stay.
Overnight: Ramada Hotel Kelowna or similar
Days 5 to 6
Kelowna
There are plenty of outdoor pursuits to choose from in and around Kelowna, so depending on your preference you can either head to the lake to relax on the beach, swim and enjoy watersports, or hire some bikes and follow a cycling trail. A very enjoyable way to spend an afternoon is a wine tasting excursion, which we can book for you. You will get picked up from your hotel and then driven to four different wineries to sample and learn about the local wines.
Day 7
Kelowna – Monte Creek – Kamloops (104 miles)
Today you’re heading north along the shores of Lake Okanagan and then westwards. Break your journey with a stop off at the Monte Creek Ranch Winery for an hours tour and tasting. This working ranch is home to cattle and two stunning estate vineyards in a pristine setting. Classic and fruit wines, grass-fed beef products and all natural honey are produced on-site. Then continue onto Kamloops for an overnight stay.
Overnight: The Plaza Kamloops or similar
Day 8
Kamloops – Whistler (186 miles)
Today will be the most picturesque drive of your road trip, continuing westbound through British Columbia, through beautiful valleys surrounded by craggy mountains, alongside gushing rivers and by sparkling lakes. There are various points you may want to pause for a stroll, such as the Nairn Falls Provincial Park, which has a trail marked to a viewpoint for the falls which will take you about 20 minutes. Arrive in Whistler and check into your hotel for two nights.
Overnight: Aava Whistler or similar
Day 9
Whistler
Whistler is a lovely year-round mountain resort with a pedestrianised centre filled with shops and restaurants. There are plenty of outdoor pursuits such a hiking and biking and you can take the Peak 2 Peak gondola for some beautiful trails with spectacular views. There are also some great guided canoe trips you could take. Or book a wildlife viewing tour and see if you can spot one of the black bears who live on the Whistler and Blackcomb mountains.
Day 10
Whistler – Vancouver Airport (75 miles)
Time to head back to Vancouver for your flight home.
This hotel combines elegant style with great service and plentiful ameneties. Ideally located to help you get the most from the vibrant city of Vancouver. Conveniently located in Vancouver’s downtown core, steps away from the wide ranging restaurants and stores of Robson Street and just across the street from the BC Place stadium.
Cosy and quaint, Aava Hotel is perfect for those looking for an inviting hotel close by to Whistler's charming village and the phenomenal Whistler and Blackcomb mountains. A great base, whatever the season, features a restaurant and a heated outdoor pool.
