- ENTIRE Cooling-Off Period
- ENTIRE AUD Prices
- ENTIRE Change of Mind
- ENTIRE Industry Accredited
- ENTIRE On Ground Support
- ENTIRE Australian Owned
Inclusions
Our Freedom of Choice program offers flexibility, by allowing you to choose from different options on pre-selected days.
Our per person price includes one tour on each Freedom of Choice day, as follows:
- One "Freedom of Choice" tour on day 2
Expand the itinerary below for more details.
Please note, if more than one room is selected during the booking process, our team will contact you afterwards to discuss options.
Itinerary
Day 1 Vancouver Whistler
Depart Vancouver this morning along the scenic Sea-to-Sky Highway to Whistler, home of the 2010 Olympic Winter Games. Highlights along the way include the cascading Shannon Falls, the Stawamus Chief Rock where climbers from all over the globe migrate to climb the granite cliffs and the Sea to Sky Gondola where incredible bird’s-eye views of Howe Sound sprawl before you. At the top, enjoy access to several interpretive walking trails, viewing platforms and the on-site restaurant and tea house. Continue onto Whistler to arrive midafternoon.
Overnight in Whistler at Listel Hotel (or similar)
Day 2 Whistler
Personalise your day by choosing one of three Freedom of Choice options below.
Overnight in Whistler at Listel Hotel (or similar)
Freedom of Choice Options
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River of Golden Dreams Canoe Tour:
This summertime paddle takes you on an enchanting canoe journey from Alta Lake to Green Lake. Wildflower-lined banks, old-growth forests and local wildlife are all part of your passing tableaux.
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Guided Whistler Valley Bike Tour:
Explore some of Whistler’s best scenery by bike on one of the Valley Trail Bike Tours. Learn about Whistler’s history, geography and view key nature spots along the way with naturalist adventure bike guides.
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Whistler Peak 2 Peak Gondola:
Experience the beauty via the Peak Adventure on Whistler Mountain as you soak in the unbelievable views of glaciers, extinct volcanoes and snow-capped peaks.
Day 3 Whistler Kelowna
Begin your spectacular drive on the Duffey Lake Road where you will see breathtaking views of Joffre Glacier. Continue on through Lillooet, known as the land of the Gold Rush Trail, and onto Cache Creek where we recommend a stop to visit the Historic Hat Creek. From here travel towards the sun & vineyards of Kelowna. Over 2,000 hours of sunshine and only 13” of precipitation annually allows for a wide range of outdoor activities and grape growing for various wines.
Overnight in Kelowna at Prestige Beach House
Day 4 Kelowna
Tour into the countryside combining the best of the Lake, the Valley and the Vines. Experience the wineries we call hidden treasures and sample the Okanagan’s finest wines.
Overnight in Kelowna at Prestige Beach House
Day 5 Kelowna Field
Your destination today is Yoho National Park. The word Yoho is the Cree word expressing awe. This 1313 sq. km national park is filled with gem-coloured glacial lakes and waterfalls, snow-covered peaks and dense forests of western red cedar and western hemlock. Historic railroads, spiral tunnels within mountain sides and steep rock faces where mountain goats roam are just some of the sights to be seen. Other Yoho marvels include a natural rock bridge over the Kicking Horse River, Hoodoos, some of Canada’s highest waterfalls and the Burgess Shale fossil find where over 120 marine animal species dating back as far as 530 million years were discovered.
Overnight in Field at Emerald Lake Lodge
Day 6 Emerald Lake Lodge
Located on the shores of the famous pristine lake, surrounded by some of the Rockies most impressive peaks.The lodge built of hand-hewn timber and featuring massive stone fireplaces and includes a formal dining room and quiet reading and sitting rooms. From the upper or lower large verandahs, enjoy the serene views of this wilderness landscape.
Overnight in Field at Emerald Lake Lodge
Day 7 Emerald Lake Lodge Radium Hot Springs
Today your destination is Radium Hot Springs, which borders Kootenay National Park and the mighty Columbia River, and offers guests a recreational playground unparalleled in beauty and amenities. The Columbia River Valley is home to dozens of golf courses, endless hiking and fishing opportunities, and the breathtaking scenery of both the Rocky Mountains to the east, and the Purcell Mountains to the west.
Overnight in Radium Hot Springs at Prestige Radium Resort
Day 8 Radium Hot Springs Nelson
Highway 95 will lead you to Cranbrook, the ‘Key City to the Rockies’. Along the way visit Fort Steele Heritage Town, a local settlement whose name was changed in 1888 to honour Superintendent Samuel Benfield (Sam) Steele of the North-West Mounted Police, who peacefully reduced tensions between the Ktunaxa and the white and Chinese settlers who were relatively new to the area. In Cranbrook, the Canadian Museum of Rail Travel is famous for the restored complete set of the TransCanada Limited, a million-dollar train set built in 1929.
Continuing on the way into Nelson, take a short detour over to Harrop and back to experience the Harrop Proctor Cable Ferry. Surrounded by the Selkirk Mountains, set on the shores of Kootenay Lake and clustered with some 350 heritage buildings, Nelson’s storybook charm and stunning scenery create the quintessential small town setting. Perhaps enjoy an evening cruise on the S.S. Moyie paddle wheeler.
Overnight in Nelson at Prestige Lakeside Resort
Day 9 Nelson Osoyoos
Today continue travelling westward to Osoyoos, Canada’s only deserttown. Visit the unique Osoyoos Desert Centre to experience this phenomenon, and check out the Osoyoos Museum, winner of the “best small town museum” in BC. With expanses of orchards and vineyards, lake swimming and boating, this area has all the amenities a visitor could ever want.
Overnight in Osoyoos at Watermark Beach Resort
Day 10 Osoyoos
The grasslands and bald hills outside the town of Osoyoos are an extension of the Sonoran Desert that runs as far south as Mexico and creeps north to form Canada’s only arid desert. We suggest taking a guided or unguided 1.5km boardwalk through Canada’s desert landscape at the Osoyoos Desert Centre. Learn about the sensitive ecosystem which is home to 100 rare plants and 300 animals found nowhere else in Canada. The Centre also features an interpretive facility with hands-on exhibits and a native plant demonstration garden. Another option is to head out for the day to visit the many wineries of the Osoyoos and Oliver region along the Black Sage bench and the Golden Mile.
Overnight in Osoyoos at Watermark Beach Resort
Day 11 Osoyoos Vancouver
Today, join the Coquihalla Highway and climb to an elevation of 1244 metres where over 10 metres of snow can fall in an average winter. You will witness incredible feats of engineering as you travel through the Great Bear snow shed, crossing the Dry Gulch Bridge (over 280 metres long and 175 metres high).
Begin descending from the summit pass through some of the most beautiful landscapes in the province. This dramatic change of environment is always exhilarating, as you go from bright sunlight on the high rock faces to misty coastal cedars and tall firs in the space of half an hour. Approaching the Pacific coast, the canyon opens into the broad fertile Fraser Valley. Your epic journey ends upon arrival into Vancouver.
Accommodation
Listel Hotel Whistler
Whistler
Just steps from the mountains, and at the heart of Whistler Village, the Listel Hotel Whistler offers the perfect base for your alpine adventure. Friendly, knowledgeable staff are always on hand to answer questions, offer tips and advice on the area, and make sure your stay is comfortable and relaxed. With spacious rooms, free WiFi, personalised ski and snowboard valet service, plus complimentary bike storage in summer, a stay at the Listel offers everything you are looking for.
Prestige Beach House
Kelowna
Situated directly across from Kelowna’s famous Hot Sands Beach and just two blocks from the main downtown hub, the Prestige Beach House is an ideal hotel for both leisure and business needs. Conveniently located downtown near the base of the W.R. Bennett Bridge, the hotel is close to tourist attractions, businesses, shopping, and recreational areas. Take a short walk along the waterfront to Prospera Place, Lake City Casino, Kelowna's cultural district, and many other attractions and shopping boutiques.
Emerald Lake Lodge
Emerald Lake
Set on a 13-acre peninsula on Yoho National Park’s Emerald Lake, this upscale lodge is 13.4 km from the Canadian Rocky Mountains Parks World Heritage Site and 14.8 km from Mount Field. The posh rooms feature private balconies with lake views, wood-burning fireplaces and coffeemakers, plus sitting areas. A refined restaurant serves regional cuisine, and there's a seasonal bistro. A stately lounge features a stone fireplace, plus an oak bar from an 1890s saloon.
Prestige Radium Hot Springs Resort
Radium Hot Springs
In the beautiful village of Radium Hot Springs, the Prestige Radium Hot Springs Resort is conveniently located minutes away from the world-famous Hot Springs Pools. Radium is perfectly situated on the Columbia River, nestled between the Rocky Mountain and Purcell Mountain ranges. The hot springs are what have traditionally drawn visitors to Radium, but this area has also become known for its golf courses, wildlife, and countless outdoor activities.
Prestige Lakeside Resort
Nelson
With its waterfront location conveniently located within walking distance to downtown, the Prestige Lakeside Resort in Nelson offers the best of both worlds. Relax in the resort’s greenspace and enjoy the view of the Kootenay lake and Selkirk mountains, or enjoy nearby water activities such as kayaking or boating. 101 guestrooms are offered in the resort with a large variety of room types to suit every traveller’s needs.
Watermark Beach Resort
Osoyoos
This hotel offers spectacular views of Osoyoos Lake and the city, surrounded by an impressive variety of outdoor recreational activities. Discover the South Okanagan 'good life' at the resort that defines easy living. You're steps away from everything: the beach, dining, shopping, marina, and groceries for your fully equipped gourmet kitchen. Relax in your condo-style suite with every comfort you can dream of, or enjoy Canada’s warmest weather either poolside or on the beach.
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