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Activities Included
Whistler Ski Village
Aerial view of Vancouver and sports stadium
Stanley Park, Vancouver
Gondolas, Whistler
Victoria, Canada
Whale watching, Victoria
Butchart Gardens, Victoria

Best of British Columbia

7 day Independent Tour – from £1349

With flights from £2049

Discover the delights of Vancouver, Whistler and Victoria on this highlights tour of British Columbia with activities, scenic flights and hotels included.

Highlights:
  • Soak in the views from Vancouver Lookout
  • Travel along the spectacularly scenic Sea to Sky Highway to Whistler
  • Take a floatplane to Victoria over the Gulf Islands and Howe Sound
  • Go whale watching in search of orcas, minke whales and porpoises
  • Explore the picturesque city of Victoria and stunning Butchart Gardens

Your Itinerary

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You can customise your holiday by adding extra nights or destinations. Just let us know what you would like to do.

Aerial view of Vancouver and sports stadium

Day 1 – Arrive Vancouver

Upon arrival into Vancouver, make your way to your pre-selected downtown hotel. Rest of the day…

Upon arrival into Vancouver, make your way to your pre-selected downtown hotel. Rest of the day is at your leisure.

    Rosedale on Robson

Aerial view of Vancouver and sports stadium
Stanley Park, Vancouver

Day 2 – Vancouver

This morning, join a sightseeing tour of Vancouver. See the sights of Vancouver; Canada Place Cruise…

This morning, join a sightseeing tour of Vancouver. See the sights of Vancouver; Canada Place Cruise Ship Terminal, Robson Street, 1,000 Acre Stanley Park, Totem Poles, Prospect Point and English Bay Beaches, Granville Island. The afternoon is at leisure.

    Rosedale on Robson

Stanley Park, Vancouver
Gondolas, Whistler

Day 3 – Whistler

Depart Vancouver via a scheduled motor coach service along the scenic Sea to Sky Highway to…

Depart Vancouver via a scheduled motor coach service along the scenic Sea to Sky Highway to Whistler and enjoy panoramic vistas of the Howe Sound and the Coastal Mountain Range. You will tour the picturesque seaside village of Horseshoe Bay and visit the Squamish Adventure Centre and continue climbing through forest and mountain until the majestic sights of Whistler and Blackcomb Mountains emerge. Before arriving in the village, the tour will take you to a breathtaking viewpoint of Nita Lake. Upon arrival in Whistler, you will be transferred to your hotel. We have included admission to the Squamish Lil’Wat Cultural Centre which can be used anytime during your stay in Whistler, this authentic cultural experience features art and exhibits showcasing the histories, creative works and cultures of the Squamish and Lil’Wat.

    Aava Hotel Whistler

Gondolas, Whistler
Whistler Ski Village

Day 4 – Whistler

Today board the longest and highest lift in the world for an unparalleled perspective of British…

Today board the longest and highest lift in the world for an unparalleled perspective of British Columbia’s rooftop – from incomparable views of towering volcanic peaks to coastal rainforest. Disembark and the experience is far from over. Scenic walking trails, mountaintop restaurants, wildlife viewing and indoor interpretive displays are ready for discovery.

    Aava Hotel Whistler

Whistler Ski Village
Victoria, Canada

Day 5 – Victoria (by floatplane)

This morning is free to explore Whistler before departing by floatplane bound for Victoria’s Inner Harbour….

This morning is free to explore Whistler before departing by floatplane bound for Victoria’s Inner Harbour. Enjoy spectacular views of the Gulf Islands, Black Tusk Peak and the Howe Sound on your journey.

    Doubletree by Hilton Victoria

Victoria, Canada
Whale watching, Victoria

Day 6 – Victoria

This coastal excursion is an exhilarating round trip of 50 to 80 kilometers in search of…

This coastal excursion is an exhilarating round trip of 50 to 80 kilometers in search of Orcas, Minke whales, Grey whales, porpoises, Harbour seals and other marine wildlife. You will ride aboard a 14-meter ocean cruiser or a custom-built Zodiac boat that offers high speed with extraordinary stability giving you an exhilarating, safe and intimate whale watching experience. Commentary by a certified Marine biologist and naturalist is provided. Balance of the day is free to explore Victoria on your own.

    Doubletree by Hilton Victoria

Whale watching, Victoria
Butchart Gardens, Victoria

Day 7 – Depart Victoria

From Victoria’s Inner Harbour, we take you to the Butchart Gardens; the gardens are glorious any…

From Victoria’s Inner Harbour, we take you to the Butchart Gardens; the gardens are glorious any time of year. Once at the gardens stroll through the floral splendour which greets you at every turn. Return to downtown Victoria on a shuttle convenient for you. Depart mid afternoon on a scenic float plane flight to return to Coal Harbour in Downtown Vancouver.

Butchart Gardens, Victoria

Your Itinerary

You can customise your holiday by adding extra nights or destinations. Just let us know what you would like to do.

Day 1

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Arrive Vancouver

Upon arrival into Vancouver, make your way to your pre-selected downtown hotel. Rest of the day is at your leisure.

    Rosedale on Robson

Aerial view of Vancouver and sports stadium

Day 2

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Vancouver

This morning, join a sightseeing tour of Vancouver. See the sights of Vancouver; Canada Place Cruise Ship Terminal, Robson Street, 1,000 Acre Stanley Park, Totem Poles, Prospect Point and English Bay Beaches, Granville Island. The afternoon is at leisure.

    Rosedale on Robson

Stanley Park, Vancouver

Day 3

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Whistler

Depart Vancouver via a scheduled motor coach service along the scenic Sea to Sky Highway to Whistler and enjoy panoramic vistas of the Howe Sound and the Coastal Mountain Range. You will tour the picturesque seaside village of Horseshoe Bay and visit the Squamish Adventure Centre and continue climbing through forest and mountain until the majestic sights of Whistler and Blackcomb Mountains emerge. Before arriving in the village, the tour will take you to a breathtaking viewpoint of Nita Lake. Upon arrival in Whistler, you will be transferred to your hotel. We have included admission to the Squamish Lil’Wat Cultural Centre which can be used anytime during your stay in Whistler, this authentic cultural experience features art and exhibits showcasing the histories, creative works and cultures of the Squamish and Lil’Wat.

    Aava Hotel Whistler

Gondolas, Whistler

Day 4

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Whistler

Today board the longest and highest lift in the world for an unparalleled perspective of British Columbia’s rooftop – from incomparable views of towering volcanic peaks to coastal rainforest. Disembark and the experience is far from over. Scenic walking trails, mountaintop restaurants, wildlife viewing and indoor interpretive displays are ready for discovery.

    Aava Hotel Whistler

Whistler Ski Village

Day 5

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Victoria (by floatplane)

This morning is free to explore Whistler before departing by floatplane bound for Victoria’s Inner Harbour. Enjoy spectacular views of the Gulf Islands, Black Tusk Peak and the Howe Sound on your journey.

    Doubletree by Hilton Victoria

Victoria, Canada

Day 6

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Victoria

This coastal excursion is an exhilarating round trip of 50 to 80 kilometers in search of Orcas, Minke whales, Grey whales, porpoises, Harbour seals and other marine wildlife. You will ride aboard a 14-meter ocean cruiser or a custom-built Zodiac boat that offers high speed with extraordinary stability giving you an exhilarating, safe and intimate whale watching experience. Commentary by a certified Marine biologist and naturalist is provided. Balance of the day is free to explore Victoria on your own.

    Doubletree by Hilton Victoria

Whale watching, Victoria

Day 7

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Depart Victoria

From Victoria’s Inner Harbour, we take you to the Butchart Gardens; the gardens are glorious any time of year. Once at the gardens stroll through the floral splendour which greets you at every turn. Return to downtown Victoria on a shuttle convenient for you. Depart mid afternoon on a scenic float plane flight to return to Coal Harbour in Downtown Vancouver.

Butchart Gardens, Victoria

This Tour Includes

6 nights hotel accommodation
Activities and excursion as detailed in the itinerary
Transfers as detailed in the itinerary
Scenic floatplane flight between Whistler and Victoria, Victoria and Vancouver

Flights & More

With FREEDOM, you can book your Best of British Columbia independent tour and flights together, as an ATOL protected package. Our Travel Experts can find the best priced Economy, Premium or Business Class flights for you.

You can also personalise your holiday. Why not add:

  • An upgrade to superior hotels from £53 or deluxe hotels from £583
  • Extra nights in Vancouver at the beginning or end of your itinerary

Next Step

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Best of British Columbia

7 day Independent Tour – from £1349

With flights from £2049

Price is per person, based on two people sharing a double or twin room and includes pre-booked accommodation. Luggage allowance for floatplane is 25 lbs (11.5 kg) per person including checked and carry-on luggage.

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