Private Tour: Sea to Sky Corridor Adventure
Vancouver, Canada
8 hours (Approx.)
Pickup offered
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English and 3 more
Good for avoiding crowds
Overview
Explore the breathtaking beauty of Vancouver-area attractions on this private tour. Travel along the singular Sea-to-Sky Highway and Howe Sound, and enjoy a rail car ride to Britannia Mine, a pleasant stroll to Shannon Falls and spectacular panoramas throughout the day. Views of Horseshoe Bay and a Sea-to-Sky Gondola ride up Stawamus Chief mountain are also part of this special day that you can experience with just your family and friends. Round-trip hotel transport included.
- Private full-day Sea-to-Sky adventure tour from Vancouver
- Ride a rail car and pan for gold at the Britannia Mine
- Visit Shannon Falls and take a gondola up Stawamus Chief mountain
- Enjoy round-trip chauffeur transport from your hotel
After morning hotel pickup in Vancouver, travel with your private guide along the Sea-to-Sky Highway route, to areas known for their incredible scenery. Adventure meets education on this day tour, which can accommodate up to 11 people, and is perfect for families and friends traveling together.
See Stanley Park, which is surrounded by the waters of Vancouver Harbour and English Bay. You'll then pass the Lions Gate Bridge and head to Cypress Mountain lookout for spectacular views.
Next, take a short walk through the woods to the base of the gorgeous Shannon Falls, and feel free to stop as you like to snap frame-worthy shots of your scenery.
Upon arrival at Britannia Mine, hop into a rail car and enter a deserted copper mine. Learn about the history here and get a kick out of panning for gold.
A short drive later, take the Sea-to-Sky Gondola, a 5-minute ride that whisks you to the summit of the Stawamus Chief mountain.
You'll then have free time to explore the surrounding forest. Admire the views of Howe Sound, and enjoy a mountaintop lunch (additional expense) at one of the nearby restaurants.
The day ends with a visit to the West Coast Railway Heritage Park where you can see over 90 heritage railway carts and artifacts.
See Stanley Park, which is surrounded by the waters of Vancouver Harbour and English Bay. You'll then pass the Lions Gate Bridge and head to Cypress Mountain lookout for spectacular views.
Next, take a short walk through the woods to the base of the gorgeous Shannon Falls, and feel free to stop as you like to snap frame-worthy shots of your scenery.
Upon arrival at Britannia Mine, hop into a rail car and enter a deserted copper mine. Learn about the history here and get a kick out of panning for gold.
A short drive later, take the Sea-to-Sky Gondola, a 5-minute ride that whisks you to the summit of the Stawamus Chief mountain.
You'll then have free time to explore the surrounding forest. Admire the views of Howe Sound, and enjoy a mountaintop lunch (additional expense) at one of the nearby restaurants.
The day ends with a visit to the West Coast Railway Heritage Park where you can see over 90 heritage railway carts and artifacts.
Itinerary
Cypress Mountain is a ski area in West Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, located in the southern section of Cypress Provincial Park, operated under a BC Parks Park Use Permit. The ski resort is a 30-minute drive north of downtown Vancouver, and has 53 named alpine ski runs and 19 km of cross country trails.
Dropping from a whopping 335 metres (1,105 feet), Shannon Falls is BC’s third tallest falls and the Sea to Sky corridor’s most popular spot for a picnic. Around the base of the falls you’ll find a well-maintained boardwalk and trail network to explore some of the area’s towering trees, old-growth stumps and the ever-present mist from the roaring falls above
Duration: 30 minutes
Admission Ticket Free
The Sea to Sky Gondola experience starts at the base area. There is short-term parking, washrooms, a cafe with both indoor and outdoor seating, a children's play area, ticketing/guest services, and a gift shop. Your adventure starts with the ten-minute gondola ride to 885m above sea level. The ride up provides sweeping views of Howe Sound, the majestic coastal forest, and surrounding mountains. Once at the top, many adventures await. Guests have access to a wide array of outdoor experiences including the spectacular Sky Pilot Suspension Bridge, two easy, interpretive loop trails with viewing platforms, numerous hiking trails, rock climbing, snowshoeing, backcountry access and much more. In addition to the outdoor experiences, the Summit Lodge will provides opportunity for cultural exhibits, events, signature dining, or simply a chance for friends to share a refreshment after a day of adventure in nature.
Duration: 1 hour
Admission Ticket Included
Home of the world-famous Royal Hudson steam locomotive, the West Coast Railway Heritage Park houses the largest collection of railway rolling stock in Western Canada. Here, you’ll find more than 90 pieces of heritage railway cars and artifacts, the oldest of which are the British Columbia business car (1890) and a rare Canadian Pacific Colonist sleeping car (1905). Full steam ahead.
Duration: 30 minutes
Admission Ticket Included
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Product code: 5371P34
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