West Coast Explorer

Highlights

• Vancouver's Gastown, Granville Island, and Stanley Park
• A ferry crossing to Victoria — Butchart Gardens and the Inner Harbour
• Whistler village and the Sea-to-Sky Highway
• A loop that pairs city, coast, and mountains without long driving days

Itinerary

Day 1

Arrive Vancouver

Arrive in Vancouver, a glittering harbour city wrapped around forested peaks and the Pacific shoreline. Spend your first day getting oriented with an easy walk through Gastown, where restored Victorian-era buildings, cobblestone streets, and the famous steam clock recall the city's gold-rush origins. Later, wander Granville Island's bustling public market, packed with fresh produce, seafood, and local artisans, before choosing from the waterfront's many restaurants for a relaxed first evening in British Columbia.

No meals included

Vancouver, BC

Victoria, BC

Whistler, BC

Day 2

Vancouver → Victoria

Board a scenic ferry across the Strait of Georgia to Vancouver Island, watching for eagles and the occasional pod of orcas along the way. On arrival, visit the world-renowned Butchart Gardens, over 55 acres of sunken gardens, rose walks, and Japanese and Italian garden rooms that have bloomed here since 1904. Finish the day in Victoria's picturesque Inner Harbour, ringed by the ivy-covered Fairmont Empress and the domed BC Legislature buildings glowing at dusk.

Breakfast included

Victoria, BC

Vancouver, BC

Whistler, BC

Day 3

Victoria → Vancouver

Board the return ferry back across the Strait of Georgia, enjoying one more chance to spot marine wildlife and coastal scenery from the open deck. Once back in Vancouver, the rest of the afternoon is yours to explore at leisure: browse the boutiques of Robson Street, relax on the sands of English Bay, or revisit any Gastown or Yaletown spots you missed on arrival, before settling in for an easy evening back in the city.

Breakfast included

Vancouver, BC

Victoria, BC

Whistler, BC

Day 4

Vancouver → Whistler

Head north along the Sea-to-Sky Highway, consistently ranked among the world's most scenic drives, hugging the cliffs above Howe Sound with views of fjords, waterfalls, and snow-dusted peaks. Pass through Squamish, the Outdoor Recreation Capital of Canada, before arriving in Whistler, the mountain resort village built for the 2010 Winter Olympics. Spend the afternoon browsing its pedestrian village, riding the gondolas for alpine views, or simply soaking in the crisp mountain air.

Breakfast included

Whistler, BC

Vancouver, BC

Victoria, BC

Day 5

Whistler → Vancouver departure

Wake to mountain views one last time before retracing the Sea-to-Sky Highway south to Vancouver, watching the peaks give way once more to coastline and city skyline. With time built in before your flight, use the last hours to pick up souvenirs or grab a final Pacific Northwest meal. Your West Coast Explorer concludes back in Vancouver, ready for departure home with memories of mountains, gardens, ferries, and ocean still fresh in mind.

Breakfast included

Vancouver, BC

Whistler, BC

Victoria, BC

Route & Distances

1. Vancouver→Victoriaferry crossing, ≈ 1.5 hr
2. Victoria→Vancouverreturn ferry, ≈ 1.5 hr
3. Vancouver→Whistler≈ 120 km
4. Whistler→Vancouver≈ 120 km

Distances are approximate driving distances, for reference only — actual route and mileage on the day may vary.

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What's Included

Meeting & Transfer Info

Flying in to join us in Vancouver? Please share your flight details at least 5 days before departure so we can confirm your pickup time. If you're arriving the same day the tour starts, let us know your arrival time as early as possible.

Own Expenses

Optional activities you can add on-site — not included in the tour price.

• Butchart Gardens admission≈ $36 CAD / person

Cancellation Policy

Good to Know

• Valid government-issued photo ID is required for every traveler on all departures.
• Pickup and drop-off times are approximate and may shift by 15–30 minutes depending on traffic and road conditions.
• Itinerary order and stops may change due to weather, road closures, or park conditions — safety comes first.
• Comfortable walking shoes are recommended; stops involve short, easy walks rather than technical hiking.
• Let us know about mobility needs, dietary restrictions, or large group sizes at the time of booking so we can plan accordingly.
• Multi-day tours are priced based on double-occupancy hotel rooms; single-traveler and triple-occupancy rates are available on request.

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