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7 days From The Top: Western Canada By Design



Eagles soar and wineries pour on this 7-day journey from vibrant Vancouver to the parks and peaks of Western Canada. How will you fill your cup? Just as you please! With our complimentary selection of YourChoice Excursions, you might put your feet to the pedals, your lips to a Chardonnay, or your eyes to the prized mountain scenery.

Why This Tour is Worth the Whistle:

  • An elevating journey through the cities and summits of Western Canada.
  • A flexible itinerary for both city slickers and tree huggers.
  • Included YourChoice excursions in Kelowna and Whistler.
  • Who doesn’t like saying "Kamloops?"

Day Location Description
1 ARRIVE IN VANCOUVER Welcome to Vancouver! At 6 pm, meet your Tour Director and traveling companions for a welcome drink.
2 VANCOUVER--KELOWNA VANCOUVER Scenic drive over the Cascade Mountains through the Fraser Valley to the picturesque Okanagan Valley wine region en route to Kelowna. (B)
3 KELOWNA KELOWNA YourChoice Excursions include one of the following activities of your choice: TASTE: A Loaf of Bread, a Jug of Wine, and Wow!: Located just a short drive from Kelowna, the Naramata Bench wineries sit above sweeping sand cliffs that rise from Okanagan Lake, with vineyards that gently slope up making it perfect for growing grapes. Called "The Naramata Bench," this fantastic fruit-growing region is home to Canada's world-class wineries. Your Naramata Bench Wine Tour includes a gourmet catered picnic lunch from the Bench Market and a visit to five Naramata Bench Okanagan wineries with a local, knowledgeable guide. The perfect day in perfectly picturesque wine country! PEDAL: Rollin' Along a Railroad: Stir your soul on a leisurely electric-assist bike ride with picnic lunch along the Trestles Trail. Built by hand at the turn of the century, this stunningly scenic Kettle Valley Railway trail takes you along the dramatic walls of Myra Canyon through tunnels and across 18 trestle bridges on an easy bike ride that will leave you speechless -not breathless! SIP: Sip into Something Comfortable: Sip and swirl regional organic wines in Kelowna's Okanagan Valley at Summerhill Pyramid Winery. 'Discover Pyramid Power' on a Signature Experience inviting you to tour Summerhill's sacred geometric pyramid wine cellar, taste the award-winning organic wines, and pair them with farm-to-table cuisine in the Summerhill Organic Bistro. Free time this evening. (B,L)
4 KELOWNA--KAMLOOPS KELOWNA Scenic drive north en route to Kamloops past orchards, lakes and farmland. KAMLOOPS Guided orientation tour. Riverside BBQ with s’mores this evening. (B,D)
5 KAMLOOPS--WHISTLER KAMLOOPS Morning drive along Kamloops Lake through diverse landscape known as Cariboo Gold Rush region en route to Whistler. WHISTLER Visit to the Squamish Lil’wat Cultural Center on a guided tour with a Cultural Ambassador. Hear a traditional welcome song, learn a new skill in a Dreamcatcher-weaving instruction and learn of the two First Nation communities that call Whistler home. Free time this evening. (B)
6 WHISTLER WHISTLER Free time this morning. YourChoice Excursions include one of the following activities of your choice: STROLL: Whistler a Happy Tune: Get up close and personal with the sights of Whistler on the Great Whistler Walking Tour. Discover the perfect mix of city sights, arts, culture, natural beauty and history with a knowledgeable Local Guide. Explore Whistler's 2010 Olympic Plaza, its sparkling glacial streams and forested areas, hidden street-art locations, cultural spots, and favorite dining districts you might consider during your free time here! TREK: Branch Out in Whistler: Explore one of the last old-growth forest stands of cedar, hemlock, and fir trees in Whistler. Walk high amid the treetops through a true coastal temperate rainforest on a TreeTrek Canopy Walk. This ecology-based guided adventure leads you through a lofty labyrinth of suspension bridges, suspended stairways, boardwalks, and trails with insights into this pristine environment, while enjoying stunning vistas of the river valley below. SOAR: The Wind Beneath Your Wings: Feel your spirit soar with a scenic ride on the Guinness World Record-breaking Whistler's Peak-to-Peak Gondola. You'll be whisked away on an 11-minute journey spanning the 4.4 kilometers across the valley floor above mountain peaks, lakes, glaciers, and forests with a stunning 360-degree view of the village below. Get an eagle's-eye view of Whistler and Blackcomb Mountains en route to the summit. Spend your time atop snapping photos of the expansive view, search for wildlife, grab a bite to eat or hike one of the many hikes. Farewell dinner at a local restaurant this evening. (B,D)
7 WHISTLER–VANCOUVER Depart Whistler this morning for scenic drive along the Sea-to-Sky Highway to Vancouver with a stop at awe-inspiring Shannon Falls. Your vacation ends with a stop at the Vancouver International Airport or at the Georgian Court hotel downtown. Please schedule departing flights after 1pm. (B)