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Vancouver Trolley Hop-On Hop-Off City Attractions - 1 Day Ticket 8/11/2010 8:00 AM-4:00 PM

Enjoy the best of Vancouver on the city’s replica, turn-of-the-century, San Francisco-style trolleys. Visit the city’s most spectacular attractions, parks, gardens and galleries at your own pace. This 1-day hop-on hop-off ticket provides the opportunity to enjoy the city’s most popular areas at your leisure. Stop for ice cream and explore Stanley Park’s Prospect Point, head to the Granville Island Brewery, or explore North America’s 2nd largest Chinatown all in a day! Simply go to the nearest trolley stop and get on board.

Cost: $28.50 per person

 
Vancouver Discovery Tour 8/8/2010 12:30 PM-4:00 PM

You will begin your whirlwind tour of Vancouver’s must see attractions in Stanley Park, a 1,000-acre rainforest nestled in the heart of the city with sites of the Lions Gate Bridge stretching over the Inner Harbour and with views of the North Shore from Prospect Point. Next stop is one of Vancouver’s most popular places, Granville Island; home to the colourful Public Market, lively buskers and one-of-a-kind artisan stores not found anywhere else in the city. A trip through eclectic Chinatown and historic Gastown caps off this tour of Vancouver.

Cost: $60.00 per person

 
North Shore Tour 8/9/2010 10:30 PM-3:30 PM

This tour takes you from sea level to 4,100 feet above Vancouver. Leaving city centre the route winds around Stanley Park to cross the Lions Gate Bridge which connects the downtown core with the alpine and seaside villages of the North Shore. First stop is at the Capilano Suspension Bridge. Treetops Adventure, a thrilling West Coast rainforest experience, awaits your arrival on the other side. Here you have the opportunity to venture from one magnificent Douglas fir tree to another via series of elevated suspension bridges. Next ride on North America’s largest aerial tramway system, ascending to the spectacular 4,100 foot summit of Grouse Mountain with panoramic views of the city, sea and islands below. Here atop Grouse Mountain, visit the Grizzly Bear wildlife sanctuary, view the Theatre in the Sky or catch the Logger’s show. Guests can enjoy lunch at their leisure at one of the many dining establishments on Grouse Mountain.

Cost: $127.00 per person

 
Whistler Resort Day Trip 8/10/2010 8:00 AM-4:30 PM

Located in the spectacular Coastal Mountains of British Columbia, just 75 miles north of Vancouver, lies Whistler; a charming alpine village and the home to two premier mountains: Whistler and Blackcomb. Travel to Whistler via luxury motorcoach from the waters of Howe Sound northwards through tall stands of timber and glacier carved peaks and you understand how this route has come to be known as the Sea to Sky Highway. A year-round destination where summertime is festival time, Whistler is truly a supernatural setting for relaxation and adventure. When in Whistler guests will have time to explore the shops and galleries, enjoy lunch at an outdoor patio with spectacular mountain views, or partake in an adventure activity. Comfortable walking shoes and a light jacket are recommended.

Cost: $105.00 per person

To make the most of your day at Whistler, think about pre-booking an activity experience:

Whistler Mountain Gondola Sightseeing Pass
$41.95 Adult
Ascend to the top of Whistler Mountain via enclosed gondola to enjoy majestic views and an opportunity to get up close with the mountain. Explore the mountain’s alpine environment by way of the vast trail system ranging from pleasant strolls to epic hikes. Enjoy marmot watching, learn about the alpine ecosystem, or dine at 6,000 feet on the open air deck of the Roundhouse Lodge.

Ziptrek Eco Tour (3 hours)
$99.00 Adult
Get hooked-up (literally) with Whistler’s must-do activity. You’ll be sure to ‘suspend’ your disbelief on this eco-friendly zip-trek adventure that lets you fly on the longest, fastest and coolest zip-line around. You’ll soar over 80 feet above the roaring river that separates Whistler and Blackcomb mountains…and we guarantee that you won’t want to come down.

Whistler Valley Bike Tour (2-2.5 hours)
$79.99 Adult
Enjoy scenic Whistler by mountain bike. Learn about the history, geography and the key nature spots with qualified guides. Traveling on a bike built with a solid frame, upright handle bars and a comfortable seat, you’ll explore Whistler’s many trails, shimmering lakes, ancient forests and golf course greens.

Bear Awareness Hike (2.5 hours)
$99.99 Adult
During this extraordinary hike you’ll learn about the majestic black bears that inhabit Whistler Valley. Explore bear dens and learn fascinating facts about these impressive creatures. A knowledgeable guide will also teach you invaluable techniques should you unexpectedly find yourself face-to-snout with an imposing black bear.

Squamish Lil’Wat Cultural Centre Admission (1-1.5 hours)
$19.50 Adult
The world-class Squamish Lil’wat Cultural Centre embodies the spirit of partnership between the local Squamish and Lil’wat Nations and their shared values around preserving and sharing their traditional cultures. This three-storey, 30,400 square foot complex is nestled on a river-side forested site and is home to an impressive art and exhibit display that will engage your mind and spirit. Tour the building with a professional Squamish or Lil’wat guide providing cultural context for the history, arts and culture on display; view a multimedia film; witness artists at work; explore nature in the surrounding forest walk nature loop alive with indigenous plants; and have an opportunity to bring home an authentic piece of First Nations artwork from the gallery shop.

 
Vancouver Vignettes Photo Tour 8/10/2010 9:00 AM-12:00 PM

Indulge your desire for photography and learn some new tips and tricks from your photography expert guide as you capture the sights on this walking tour throughout the downtown Vancouver area. Stopping often to discuss how to shoot better portraits and scenic images, you will also learn how to use those little feature buttons on your camera, to use existing light to get the best image possible, about focal length—to zoom or not to zoom—and much more. Participants provide their own cameras.

Cost: $102.00 per person

 
Cultures of the West Coast Tour 8/11/2010 12:00 PM-4:00 PM

Step into other worlds as this tour highlights two significant and important cultures in Vancouver—our Chinese and Native Peoples. Dr. Sun Yat-Sen’s Classical Chinese Garden is a haven of serenity and a photographer’s dream. This authentic Ming Dynasty garden is an extraordinary human interpretation of the natural world. A guided interpretive tour of this living treasure will enrich your experience or guests are welcome to view the grounds at their leisure. Following time at the gardens, it is a short scenic drive to the Museum of Anthropology. Located on the cliffs of Point Grey, this architecturally stunning building houses one of the world’s finest collections of Pacific Northwest Aboriginal artifacts.

Cost: $93.00 per person

 

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