Sea to Sky

Day 1 – Sunday, November 6, 2022 – Victoria –Whistler 

Depart Victoria this morning for a leisurely drive to Nanaimo where we will catch the ferry to Horseshoe Bay. On arrival, travel the world-famous scenic Sea to Sky Highway along the banks of Howe Sound. Have your camera ready to capture the stunning vistas at every turn.  Arrive at the elegant mountain resort Fairmont Chateau Whistler, your home for three nights.    

Today’s dinner is included  

Day 2 – Monday, November 7, 2022 – Pemberton  

Begin the day by viewing a beautiful waterfall before we travel along our themed highway to Pemberton, fondly known as “Spud Valley” in the towering presence of Mount Currie.  After an interesting stop at the Pemberton Museum, we visit a working farm where a wagon tour will give you an authentic family farm experience. A delicious homey lunch awaits you after the tour. This afternoon taste the spirit of the area at a distillery where the famous Pemberton potato is distilled using traditional hand operated copper pot stills into the world's only organic potato spirits. Return to your hotel in high spirits to enjoy the rest of the evening.   

Today’s breakfast and lunch are included  

Day 3 – Tuesday, November 8, 2022 – Whistler  

This morning, two spinning whorls will greet you as you enter the Squamish Lil'wat Cultural Centre.  An informative tour of First Nation’s art, history and culture will enlighten and warm your heart with rich stories. Next, we visit Whistler Village where you can enjoy an abundance of cozy coffee shops, casual eateries and fine dining restaurants at your leisure. The rest of the day is free for you to adapt to the pace of nature. Relax and refresh in the eucalyptus steam rooms at the hotel, multiple jacuzzies or sit by the log fire in the lobby and enjoy the magnificent views of Blackcombe Mountain. Art lovers can visit the gallery at the hotel or perhaps you may choose to explore the beauty surrounding you on a short walk.   

Today’s breakfast is included  

Day 4 – Wednesday, November 9, 2022 – Whistler - Richmond  

After breakfast, visit the Audain Art Museum not just for art but for architecture. The captivating art and photography will clamour for your attention as much as the floating style building on the floodplain of Fitzsimmons Creek. Take a visual art journey of coastal British Columbia by various artists including Emily Carr and one of the finest collections of Northwest Coast First Nations masks.  Later we leave the Coast Mountains and old growth rainforests as we descend along the Sea to Sky Highway towards the City of Vancouver.  Stop enroute to experience life as a 1914 miner at the award-winning Britannia Mine Museum. This evening check into Western Canada’s only Four-Diamond luxury casino resort in the coastal city of Richmond. Tonight, share stories and reminisce as you dine with your travel friends.  

Today’s breakfast and dinner are included  

Day 5 – Thursday, November 10, 2022 – Richmond - Victoria  After checking out of our hotel we embark on a short excursion to a historic waterfront founded in the 1880s. Steveston Village is a historic port and salmon canning centre at the mouth of the Fraser River and was once known as the “salmon capital of the world”. The piquant charm of the village has made it a popular location for filming. Visit the National Historic site, the Gulf of Georgia Cannery built in 1894, which remains the largest commercial fishing port in Canada. Return home this afternoon with memorable moments and lasting impressions of the scenic Sea to Sky Corridor. 

 Today’s breakfast is included