Day 1 - Arrival Vancouver/ Sunset Dinner Cruise
Upon arrival at the Vancouver International Airport you will be transferred by private sedan to your downtown hotel. The remainder of the afternoon is at leisure.
This evening enjoy a sunset dinner cruise, a truly Vancouver dining experience. Cruise past the magnificent Vancouver skyline, around Stanley Park, past the beaches of English Bay and into the lights, sights and sounds of False Creek. While onboard, enjoy live musical entertainment and a West Coast-themed buffet. It's like dining in all of Vancouver's finest waterfront restaurants in one evening! Transfer (on own) to the harbour 30 minutes prior to departure with boarding commencing at 6:30 PM.
Note: Sunset Dinner Cruise operates from May 1 – October 31. If traveling in April, the cruise will be removed from your package.
Moderate: Overnight Residence Inn by Marriott (includes Buffet Breakfast)
Superior: Overnight Fairmont Waterfront Centre Hotel - Fairmont room
Deluxe: Overnight Fairmont Waterfront Centre Hotel - Fairmont Gold Harbour view (includes deluxe continental breakfast and afternoon hors d'oeuvres)
Day 2 - Victoria Day Tour including Butchart Gardens
This morning, your tour takes you across to Vancouver Island aboard a large & comfortable BC Ferry for a spectacular 90 minute cruise through the Gulf Islands 'marine wonderland'. Upon arrival Vancouver Island (Swartz Bay), the tour will continue on to the world-renown Butchart Gardens with their 50-acre display. You'll enjoy some free time in the Butchart Gardens, and then it's off to Victoria, BC's Capital City for a city tour. Highlights include Beacon Hill Park, Chinatown, Empress Hotel and the Parliament Buildings. Return to Vancouver is in the late evening.
Moderate: Overnight Residence Inn by Marriott (includes Buffet Breakfast)
Superior: Overnight Fairmont Waterfront Centre Hotel - Fairmont room
Deluxe: Overnight Fairmont Waterfront Centre Hotel - Fairmont Gold Harbour view (includes deluxe continental breakfast and afternoon hors d'oeuvres)
Day 3 - Whistler Mountaineer™ Experience
Travel onboard the Whistler Mountaineer™ from the coastal city of Vancouver to the resort town of Whistler, renowned for outstanding skiing and year-round outdoor activities. Following your motor coach transfer from downtown Vancouver, the Whistler Mountaineer™ takes you on a breathtaking rail journey through the stunning scenery of this 'Sea to Sky' region. Highlights of the trip include spectacular views across Howe Sound and the Coast Mountains, Shannon Falls, Mount Garibaldi, and the impressive Cheakamus Canyon. Breakfast is served onboard. On arrival at Whistler train station, you will be transferred to the centre of Whistler Village where you will have approximately 2 hours of free time to explore. This afternoon, a motor coach will transfer you to the rail station for your return Whistler Mountaineer™ experience to Vancouver. Once again, enjoy the postcard-perfect scenery and entertaining commentary provided by your onboard attendants. Afternoon Tea Service is served onboard. On arrival at the North Vancouver station this evening, you will transfer back to your hotel.
Moderate: Overnight Residence Inn by Marriott (includes Buffet Breakfast)
Superior: Overnight Fairmont Waterfront Centre Hotel - Fairmont room
Deluxe: Overnight Fairmont Waterfront Centre Hotel - Fairmont Gold Harbour view (includes deluxe continental breakfast and afternoon hors d'oeuvres)
Day 4 - Depart Vancouver
Today you will transfer by private sedan from your hotel to the Vancouver International Airport in time for your flight departure home.
PACKAGE INCLUDES:
- 3 nights accommodation, any mandatory service charges and room tax
- Sunset Dinner Cruise including gratuities (SUBSTITUTIONS: If not operating will be removed from package)
- Full day tour to Victoria including the Butchart Gardens and BC Ferry toll
- Round-trip Whistler Mountaineer™ between Vancouver & Whistler including breakfast & Afternoon Tea Service and motor coach transfers in Vancouver & Whistler (Moderate & Superior: Coast Classic Class / Deluxe: Glacier Dome Class)
- Round-trip transfers by private sedan between Vancouver Airport & hotel including gratuities
- Personalized documentation package
PACKAGE DOES NOT INCLUDE:
- Rocky Mountaineer® Fuel Surcharge as of May 15, 2008 - $10 PP
- Meals not listed as included
- Activities not listed as included
- Transfers not listed as included
- Gratuities not listed as included
- Goods and Services tax (GST)
- Trip Cancellation Insurance (Insurance can be purchased from your Vacation Specialist, ask for more details)