Horseshoe Bay Terminal - 6750 Keith Rd, West Vancouver, BC V7W 2V1
Duration:
2 Days, 1 Night
Itinerary:
Please note that the itinerary is subject to change due to traffic delays or unforeseen circumstances, but the guide would make these adjustments accordingly to ensure the best experience of the tour.
DAY 1
- 10:20 am - Depart from Horseshoe Bay Ferry Terminal
- Travel the scenic Sea-to-Sky Highway, stop at Shannon Falls with a guided walk to the falls
- 12 pm - Stop in at the Howe Sound Brewery for an optional lunch & beer tasting
- You'll have 1.5 hours to explore the Main Street lined with lots of shops and restaurants including Back Country Brewery or Cliffside Cidery
- 2:30 pm - Arrive in Whistler and enjoy a walking tour with your Guide with free time to explore the Village or participate in an optional activity
- 4 pm - Meet your guide at the hotel and check-in
- 4:30 pm - Free time to relax and enjoy the pool and hot tub
- 7 pm - Option to join your guide this evening for discount Apre's & Pub crawl to Longhorn's, Dubh Linn Gate Irish Pub & Buffalo Bill's Bar
DAY 2
- Enjoy a full day in Whistler to explore the Village or Optional outdoor activities such as ATV's, Ziplining, Scandinave Spa, Treetop Tours or Vallea Lumina Whistler which is an interactive outdoor walk - requires winter footwear
- Before your activity today, be sure to check out of your hotel and store your luggage until departure
- 4 pm - Meet your guide in the hotel lobby with your luggage - Depart Whistler
- 6 pm - Arrive at Horseshoe Bay and check-in for you 6:35 pm sailing on BC Ferries
Optional Activities
- Bungee Jumping: $135.00
- Zip Trekking: $125.00 - $150.00
- ATVing (Off Road Vehicle Tour): $160.00 (driver) or $95.00 (passenger)
Meeting/Pickup Location:
Horseshoe Bay Ferry Terminal (6750 Keith Rd, West Vancouver, BC V7W 2V1) - Look for the white bus with Discover Canada Tours logo and tour guides wearing bright green!
Cost:
- Youth/Student with ID: from $265
Included:
- 1 night hotel accommodation based on quad occupancy (4 people to 1 room)
- Deluxe coach transportation with on-board entertainment
- Friendly, Professional Canadian Tour Guide & Assistant Guide
- Entertainment, games and prizes
- Discounts on activity and sightseeing options
- All taxes and park fees
How to Sign Up
Our activities are available to all current VIU Students. Sign up with the Cultural Connections Team in person in Building 255.
You will need to have your:
- Student card,
- Proof of medical insurance (BC Care Card or Guard.me Insurance Policy)
- Payment (credit card is the only form of payment taken by DC Tours)
Hours & Locations for Signing Up with us:
Lunchtime Activity Information Desk Tuesdays and Thursdays from 12pm – 1pm in Building 255 - First Floor International Commons or by appointment (see contact information below)
Cancellations:
You may cancel your tour at any time by notifying Discover Canada Tours at 1-855-689-8128.
If you cancel your overnight tour:
More than 30 days in advance for tours that are 2-3 days in duration, a full refund will be applied minus a $50 non-refundable administrative fee per passenger. If you cancel within 30 days prior to departure, your tour is 100% non-refundable.
More than 60 days in advance for tours 4+ days in duration, a full refund will be applied minus a $50 non-refundable administrative fee per passenger. If you cancel within 60 days prior to departure, your tour is 100% non-refundable.
If you fail to show up at the meeting spot on time and miss the tour, no refund will be issued. Please check the map and transit schedule well in advance to ensure that you can get to the meeting spot on time.
Contact
Kelsey Moon – Activity Program Coordinator
Kelsey.moon@viu.ca
250-753-3245 x 2737