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Vancouver: Whistler Olympic Dream - A day in the Snow Tour
Metro Vancouver
Important Information
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Service animals allowed
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Booster seats for children are available.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Follow the Olympic legacy of the 2010 Vancouver and Whistler Winter Olympic games with this guided tour. Combine a visit of Whistler Village with fun an afternoon of fun snow-based activities in the Whistler Olympic Park. Go snow-shoeing or try your luck with cross-country skis. Discover the winter wonderland of Callaghan valley and admire the beautiful nature around the Olympic Park.
Highlights
10 hours
Offered in German (Deutsch) & English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
10 hours
Offered in German (Deutsch) & English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Air-conditioned vehicle
Use of head lamps
Tour Guide
Rental of snow-shoes or cross-country skis, boots, poles included
Winter clothing
Meals
Meeting Points
Departure
Canada Place Welcome Centre
Watch out for your Way Out West tour guide with a red plaid shirt. Your guide arrives 10 minutes before the scheduled pick-up time in a white minibus or van.
Return
Vancouver: Whistler Olympic Dream - A day in the Snow Tour
Metro Vancouver
About
Follow the Olympic legacy of the 2010 Vancouver and Whistler Winter Olympic games with this guided tour. Combine a visit of Whistler Village with fun an afternoon of fun snow-based activities in the Whistler Olympic Park. Go snow-shoeing or try your luck with cross-country skis. Discover the winter wonderland of Callaghan valley and admire the beautiful nature around the Olympic Park.
Highlights
10 hours
Offered in German (Deutsch) & English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
10 hours
Offered in German (Deutsch) & English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Air-conditioned vehicle
Use of head lamps
Tour Guide
Rental of snow-shoes or cross-country skis, boots, poles included
Winter clothing
Meals
Meeting Points
Departure
Canada Place Welcome Centre
Watch out for your Way Out West tour guide with a red plaid shirt. Your guide arrives 10 minutes before the scheduled pick-up time in a white minibus or van.
Return
Itinerary
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Sea to Sky Highway
This tour begins with a ride along the spectacular Sea-to-Sky Highway. Our guide will welcome you at Canada Place in Vancouver. Together with a small group you will travel in a minibus or van. After crossing the monumental Lions Gate Bridge, the route follows the Pacific ocean along the Howe Sound fjord and then climbs up 700 m to Whistler. Our tour guide tells you all about the 2010 Winter Olympics and shows you around the mountain resort town of Whistler.
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Whistler
Exploring the bustling Olympic winter resort town. Whistler is mostly free of cars and allows you to freely roam around. You can easily find great breakfast places, visit the Olympic Plaza, learn about Whistlers Olympic legacy in the Whistler Museum or visit the Squamish and Lil’wat cultural center and learn about the First Nations who have called these lands home since time immemorial.
3 hours
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Whistler Olympic Park
We visit the original 2010 Winter Olympics Park. Get active in the snow!
Our group spends 2.5 hours in this winter wonderland. Well maintained trails through beautiful forests invite you to create memories.
You can chose between the following activities. Admission and ski/snowshoe rentals are included:
+ Snowshoeing: Explore the trails the Canadian Way! (No experience required)
+Cross-country Skiing: Get in the boots and glide through the snow! (beginner lessons available, not included)
+Sightseeing: Enjoy the mountain views, admire First Nations arts and Get your selfie with the original Olympic Rings.
+ Base Lodge / Cafe: They offer hot chocolate, soupes/stews, poutine, sandwiches and smoothies. Warm up and relax at the fireplace and watch the scene
2 hours and 30 minutes
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Tantalus lookout
Breathtaking views of the Tantalus mountain range in the afternoon.
15 minutes
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Sea to Sky Highway
Tired from the activities in the snow, you will admire the beautiful scenery once more, before arriving safely in Vancouver.