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British Columbia / BEYOND VANCOUVER TOURING

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Full Day Guided Hiking Adventure With Lunch
Enjoy the most incredible scenery the West Coast has to offer on this exciting adventure into Vancouver ' s wilderness . Your certified and very Canadian guide will take you off the beaten path to some of Vancouver ' s best hidden gems . Check out real Aboriginal totem poles and learn about BC ' s epic past . Cross the worldrenowned Lion ' s Gate Bridge with stunning views of Vancouver ' s downtown and surrounding mountains , then head straight into the alpine terrain of Mount Seymour or the Chief . Keep your camera handy during your guided hike to the summit , where you are rewarded with unrivalled 360-degree mountain views . Watch for bald eagles , marmots and bears in the distance while enjoying a gourmet West Coast fare picnic lunch . Fresh Adventures aims to please with your lunch , packing delicacies such as candied salmon , fondues , cheeses and fresh fruit , catering to all sorts of dietary restrictions .
Depending on the itinerary you select , stand below Shannon Falls ( the third highest waterfall in BC ) or explore the rainforest in Lynn Canyon , where you will cross a suspension bridge that towers above a canyon with rushing waterfalls far below . Step off the beaten path with your guide and experience the real Vancouver . Live a day in the life of a local to experience the beauty and wilderness that the locals enjoy every day .
From $ 99
Private Guided Vancouver Adventure Tours
Make the most of your Vancouver visit with your own private guide and tour perfectly catered to your needs and desires . Let Fresh Adventures take all the guess work out of your adventure , crafting a seamless and memorable experience for you and your group .
Choose from several tour options , or mix and match to create your own dream tour of the Vancouver area . Explore Howe Sound and the Sea to Sky corridor on a private guided hiking adventure or an adventure tour to Whistler . Hop on a private Victoria tour to explore the capital city of BC at a more relaxed pace or try a high-octane adventure in Whistler on a custom Sea to Sky tour with the option to go ATVing , rafting , zip-lining , heli-sightseeing , riding the PEAK 2 PEAK gondola , hiking or shopping . Your private tour is fully narrated by your own professional guide . Choose between a tour with lunch included or excluded . The gourmet picnic lunches feature an array of West Coast delicacies , including candied salmon , Swiss fondue , cheeses , fresh fruit and berries , local veggies , artisan breads and some tasty treats . You will be picked up from your hotel , so all you have to worry about is bringing a smile !
The sky is the limit on your private Vancouver adventure for one to ten people . The air-conditioned van and expert guides are ready to make sure you get the most from your day .
Pricing on request
Sea to Sky Gondola
Victoria Day Tour Including Butchart Gardens
Enjoy a full-day excursion from Vancouver to Victoria including a cruise onboard BC Ferries through the Gulf Islands , Butchart Gardens and a Victoria orientation tour with time to explore the Inner Harbour . Tours depart 9.30am daily from May to September and include hotel pick-up and drop-off at select hotels , BC Ferry fares and Butchart Gardens .
From $ 200
Your adventure starts with a ten-minute gondola ride to 885 metres above sea level . The ride up to the summit provides sweeping views of Howe Sound , the majestic coastal forest and surrounding mountains . Every gondola cabin has an eight passenger capacity , comfortable padded seats and floor-to-ceiling glass windows for maximum views . The ride up and down is a thrilling adventure for all ages and provides views of Shannon Falls and the Squamish Chief .
Once at the top , many other adventures await . You will have access to a wide array of outdoor experiences including interpretive walking trails , cantilevered viewing platforms , the spectacular Sky Pilot Suspension Bridge , a Via Ferrata course , rock climbing , access trails to backcountry routes and much more .
From $ 38
From prices for accommodation are ‘ per room ’ and sightseeing are ‘ per person ’.
Transfer to Whistler
Relax ... enjoy the journey with Pacific Coach Lines from downtown Vancouver or YVR Airport to Whistler Resort featuring frequent daily departures year-round with Wi-Fi available on board . Visit Whistler Village with breathtaking scenery en route to the mountains . Check-in counter at Vancouver International Airport : the only bus transportation company with a ticket counter .
From $ 55 www . andersonvacations . ca