Exploring British Columbia in July 2023

  1. Day 1: Stanley Park
    20 minutes (9.4 km) from Vancouver International Airport

    Enjoy the scenic views of the park while walking, biking or rollerblading and visit the Vancouver Aquarium to see the marine life.

  2. Day 2: Whistler Blackcomb
    1 hour 40 minutes (121 km) from Stanley Park

    Experience the thrill of skiing and snowboarding in the summer, take a gondola ride, or explore the village for shopping and dining.

  3. Day 3: Squamish
    45 minutes (58 km) from Whistler Blackcomb

    Take a scenic drive along the Sea to Sky Highway and stop at Shannon Falls, hike the Chief or go mountain biking.

  4. Day 4: Vancouver Island
    3 hours 30 minutes (215 km) from Squamish

    Take a ferry ride to the island, visit the Butchart Gardens and explore Victoria, the capital city of British Columbia.

  5. Day 5: Tofino
    4 hours 30 minutes (315 km) from Vancouver Island

    Surf and swim at the beaches, hike in the rainforest and spot whales on a boat tour.

  6. Day 6: Okanagan Valley
    8 hours (580 km) from Tofino

    Visit the wineries, go fruit picking, enjoy the lake activities and golf in the beautiful valley.

  7. Day 7: Capilano Suspension Bridge Park
    4 hours 30 minutes (385 km) from Okanagan Valley

    Walk over the suspension bridge and the cliff walk, learn about the First Nations culture and see the wildlife.

Time and Costs Estimates:

  • Stanley Park (4 hours, free)
  • Whistler Blackcomb (8 hours, $139 for a full-day lift ticket)
  • Squamish (5 hours, free)
  • Vancouver Island (2 days, $20 for a one-way ferry ride and $35 for Butchart Gardens admission)
  • Tofino (2 days, $115 for a whale watching tour and $30 for surfboard rental)
  • Okanagan Valley (2 days, cost varies depending on activities chosen)
  • Capilano Suspension Bridge Park (4 hours, $54 for general admission)
  • Total Estimated Costs: $393+
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