Morning: Arrive at Vancouver International Airport (YVR) and clear customs before taking the Canada Line to Richmond. Grab a quick coffee at a nearby café while checking the transit schedule.
Afternoon: Check‑in to the Abercorn Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham and settle into the king room. Enjoy the complimentary breakfast buffet and take a short walk around the hotel’s waterfront promenade.
Evening: Stroll through Steveston Village for a waterfront dinner, sampling fresh Pacific salmon and local craft beers. Return to the hotel for a relaxing night.
Find HotelsMorning: Begin with a festive brunch at the hotel’s restaurant, then head to Canada Place to admire the holiday decorations and waterfront views.
Afternoon: Visit the Vancouver Christmas Market at Jack Poole Plaza, browsing artisan stalls and sampling mulled wine. Take a leisurely walk through the illuminated Robson Street for shopping.
Evening: Enjoy a Christmas dinner at a downtown restaurant, followed by a candlelit stroll along the Seawall to soak in the coastal night sky.
Find HotelsMorning: Rent bikes and cycle around the Seawall in Stanley Park, stopping at the totem poles and the scenic seawall viewpoints.
Afternoon: Hop on a ferry to Granville Island and explore the public market, artisan studios, and the Kids Market. Savor a light lunch of fresh seafood at the market stalls.
Evening: Return to Richmond for a relaxed dinner at a local Asian‑fusion restaurant, then unwind on the hotel balcony.
Find HotelsMorning: Take the SeaBus to North Vancouver and walk the iconic Capilano Suspension Bridge, exploring the surrounding rainforest trails.
Afternoon: Ride the SkyRide up to Grouse Mountain for panoramic city views, then try the winter activities like snowshoeing or the ice-skating rink.
Evening: Dine at the mountain’s summit restaurant, enjoying a sunset view before descending back to the city.
Find HotelsMorning: Visit the Museum of Anthropology at the University of British Columbia, admiring Indigenous art and cultural exhibits.
Afternoon: Explore the Vancouver Art Gallery downtown, focusing on Canadian contemporary works and special holiday exhibitions.
Evening: Have dinner at a cozy gastropub in the historic Gastown district, then take a night walk to see the famous steam clock illuminated.
Find HotelsMorning: Board a comfortable coach for a scenic drive along the Sea-to-Sky Highway to Whistler, stopping at the viewpoint over Shannon Falls.
Afternoon: Explore Whistler Village, ride the Peak 2 Peak Gondola for breathtaking alpine vistas, and enjoy a light lunch at a mountain café.
Evening: Return to Vancouver, arriving in time for a relaxed dinner near the hotel and an early night.
Find HotelsMorning: Wander through the vibrant Richmond Night Market area (open daytime for food stalls) and sample dim sum at a renowned Cantonese restaurant.
Afternoon: Visit the historic Richmond Olympic Oval and explore the surrounding parklands, then enjoy a tea tasting session at a local tea house.
Evening: Dine at the acclaimed seafood restaurant Blue Canoe for a waterfront dinner, followed by a leisurely walk along the Fraser River promenade.
Find HotelsMorning: Relax with a spa treatment at the hotel’s wellness centre, followed by a leisurely brunch.
Afternoon: Take a harbour cruise on False Creek, enjoying festive music and a buffet lunch while cruising past the city skyline.
Evening: Join the city’s New Year’s Eve festivities at Canada Place and watch the spectacular fireworks display over the harbour at midnight.
Find HotelsMorning: Sleep in and enjoy a late breakfast in the hotel’s lounge, then take a gentle walk in the nearby River Rock Park.
Afternoon: Spend time packing, reviewing travel photos, and perhaps visiting a local café for a final cup of coffee.
Evening: Have a quiet dinner at the hotel’s restaurant, reflecting on the trip’s highlights before an early night.
Find HotelsMorning: Check out of the Abercorn Hotel by 11:00 am, storing luggage at the front desk if needed.
Afternoon: Take the Canada Line to Vancouver International Airport for your Air Canada 860 flight back to London Heathrow.
Evening: Arrive in London, concluding your festive Canadian adventure.
Find HotelsIf you have extra days, consider extending your stay to explore nearby Victoria via a day ferry, or add a ski adventure at Whistler Blackcomb. To shorten the trip, you could skip the Whistler day trip and consolidate museum visits into a single half‑day, allowing an earlier departure on January 1st while still enjoying the New Year’s Eve celebrations.