Explore beautiful British Columbia. Start in Vancouver. Set amid the Coast Mountains and on the edge of the Pacific Ocean, Vancouver offers the best of city life and nature's beauty. Visit Robson Street to experience world-class shopping, explore spectacular Stanley Park, or grab a bite to eat on Granville Island. Then, head east to Okanagan Valley, famous for its outdoor activities and great wines. Perhaps take the southern route via Osoyoos to Penticton. Along the way you will find several great wineries. For a great introduction to wine touring, stop at the Wine Information Centre in Penticton. It offers tastings and information about all the wineries in the area. Then, head north to Kelowna, the perfect base for outdoor activities like boating, swimming, and hiking. Enjoy the many local wineries or visit one of the many local orchards. Next stop is the village of Whistler. Here you can ride the Whistler Gondola to the top of Mount Whistler. See stunning mountain scenery and enjoy lunch at the Roundhouse Lodge. After a strenuous day, relax at one of Whistler's many spas and wellness centers. Then, return to Vancouver along the stunning Sea-to-Sky Highway to end your vacation. Take a ferry (not included) to Vancouver Island and the "City of Gardens." Take a walk around the bustling inner harbor, stop at the Royal BC Museum, or indulge yourself with Afternoon Tea at the historic Fairmont Empress Hotel. Take a whale-watching cruise or travel to magical Butchart Gardens-a 55-acre floral display offering spectacular views from its sprawling lawns and meandering paths.
HOTELS
Vancouver: Pacific Palisades, Located on trendy Robson Street in downtown Vancouver, just blocks away from Stanley Park, historic Gastown, and Chinatown, the hotel features 233 guestrooms, indoor swimming pool, spa, and health club.Penticton: Penticton Lakeside ResortKelowna: Prestige InnWhistler: Delta Whistler Village Inn & SuitesVictoria: Marriott Inner Harbor, Ideally located in downtown Victoria, Marriott Inner Harbour is within walking distance to all there is to see and do in Victoria BC. Stroll to the famous Inner Harbour for Victoria attractions, musicians and artisans, and whale-watching tours. Guestrooms feature cable TV, minibar, free high-speed Internet, individual climate control, and luxury linens. The hotel also features an indoor pool, fitness center, a lounge, and Fire & Water Fish & Chophouse, one of Victoria's premier restaurants.
