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BC - Mountains, Cities, and Oceans
9 Days/8 Nights
Independent travel to
Enjoy three distinctive places in British
Columbia. Whistler is a world class alpine ski destination in the winter, but
summer brings out the beautiful native flowers and wildlife. Experience
Whistler prior to the worlds focus in the winter of 2010! Rail travel has
returned between Vancouver and Whistler! This luxurious 3 hour narrated ride
past mountains, towns, and waterfalls is fascinating. Vancouver is a bustling
city bursting at the seams. It has everything! Excellent shopping, delicious
restaurants, and plenty of Cartan’s Tour Highlights
Daily departures Rates are in US Dollars, per person, based on double occupancy
Departure Dates on or within the seasons shown will determine the price per person based on double occupancy.
Day 1 – ARRIVE VANCOUVER/WHISTLER Welcome to beautiful British Columbia! After claiming your luggage you will be on your way to Whistler. The ride takes about 2.5 hours from the Vancouver Airport to the Village of Whistler. Travel through downtown Vancouver, through Stanley Park and crossing over the Lions Gate Bridge and in no time you will be on the “Sea to Sky” highway. Sit back, relax, and enjoying the scenery of, beaches, waterfalls, mountains, and sea. We have you confirmed at the lovely Fairmont Chateau Whistler. Overnight – Fairmont Chateau Whistler
Day 2 – WHISTLER The village of Whistler is a delightful mountain resort. There never is a loss of things to experience in Whistler. With the many shops and restaurants in an alpine setting make this a wonderful place to be any time of year. Golfers have 3 incredible courses to choose from. We have you confirmed for a short nature walk today. Overnight – Fairmont Chateau Whistler
Day 3 – WHISTLER/VANCOUVER WHISTLER MOUNTAINEER (L) Your morning is at leisure. You will be picked up at the hotel and transferred to the rail station where you will board the Whistler Mountaineer for your incredible journey back to Vancouver. We have confirmed you in the “Glacier Dome” class. These cars were specifically built so that you have a panoramic view regardless of where you are seated. You also have access to the open observation car where you can take unobstructed photos. As you travel past rivers, waterfalls, and mountains a delicious lunch will be served.
Some of the highlights of your rail tour are: Black Tusk- prominent mountain peek formed by an old volcano; Tantalus Mountains- Jagged snow-capped peaks rising above the rails; Shannon Falls-Spectacular waterfall cascading 1,000dt down a mountainside; Cheakamus Canyon-ride across the trestle above the raging river; Howe Sound-scenic ocean inlet along the railroad tracks; Coast Mountains-forested mountain peaks rising from the ocean.
Upon arrival into North Vancouver you will be transferred to your hotel the Fairmont Waterfront hotel in downtown Vancouver. Everything is right at your doorstep at this property; shopping, restaurants, entertainment, and sightseeing! Gastown, which is just steps away from your hotel, has a number of restaurants to choose from every taste and budget. Overnight – Fairmont Waterfront Hotel
Day 4 - VANCOUVER There is so much to see and do in Vancouver. We have included a hop on/off city tour that allows you to decide what to see and do, and how much time you want to spend at those selected stops. The continuous loop tour takes approximately 2 hours and makes 23 stops. Overnight – Fairmont Waterfront Hotel
Day 5 - VANCOUVER Your hop on/off pass is good today too, or you may choose to explore some of Vancouver’s many other sights that are not on the hop on/off tour such as: Capilano Suspension Bridge, Grouse Mountain, or Granville Island. Enjoy! Overnight – Fairmont Waterfront Hotel
Day 6 – VANCOUVER/VICTORIA It’s an early morning today but well worth it. There are a few choices of transportation from Vancouver to Victoria, we have chosen the best! Board the “Ocean Magic” for your 4 hour sightseeing journey to Victoria. Complimentary hot chocolate, coffee, donuts and muffins are provided. The chance of seeing whales and other marine mammals is better that 90%! Upon arrival into Victoria, the beautiful Fairmont Empress is steps away. The Empress is centrally located overlooking the harbor and close to the House of Parliament. At night The Parliament buildings are etched in lights and the entire harbor area is simply enchanting. Overnight – Fairmont Empress
Day 7 – VICTORIA & BUTCHART GARDENS No visit to Victoria would be complete without seeing Butchart Gardens. The gardens have been dazzling visitors since 1904 and boast 50 acres of flora and fauna. Following your Butchart Gardens tour your afternoon and evening are at leisure. Overnight- Fairmont Empress
Day 8 – VICTORIA/NANAIMO One of the best ways to see Vancouver Island’s beautiful coastline is by train. This morning we have arranged for you to take the train from Victoria to Nanaimo. The train travels along the coast, showing off Vancouver Island’s lovely seascapes traveling through charming little towns along the way. We have reserved your ticket to Nanaimo.
You will have time to walk around the city prior to your seaplane departure to Vancouver. Check your luggage in with Harbour Air and the next 4 hours you are free to explore Nanaimo. One suggestion is to have lunch on Protection Island at the Dinghy Dock Marine Pub and Bistro. A small enclosed boat takes you there and back. Lovely views of Nanaimo and delicious seafood are the charm of this unique restaurant. Here’s an important note: Try a delicious and famous Nanaimo Bar! A mid-afternoon flight on Harbour Air’s seaplane will take you back to Vancouver. It takes about 30 minutes and it is an awesome experience. You will land at the sea terminal near the International airport and be transferred to the main terminal where the Fairmont Vancouver Airport Hotel is located. This is a magnificent airport hotel! Overnight – Fairmont Vancouver Airport Hotel
Day 9 – Vancouver/Home Your hotel is located inside the main terminal which makes check-in for your flight very convenient.
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exciting must see and do attractions. Your travel between Vancouver and
Victoria by boat includes whale and marine mammal watching. Staying in Victoria
you feel like you are in England with all of its charm. A city tour of Victoria
is provided for you and includes the famous Butchart Gardens. A half day rail
trip up to Nanaimo is the perfect way to see some of the coastline and small
towns of Vancouver Island. Spend a little time in downtown Nanaimo and perhaps
take a boat over to the Dinghy Dock for lunch, a truly unique place to visit.
Finally, a seaplane will take you from Nanaimo to the sea terminal in Vancouver
at the international airport and you will be transferred to the main terminal
where the Fairmont Vancouver Airport Hotel is located.
