Majestic Rockies with Rocky Mountaineer

Welcome to Vancouver! At 6:00 p.m., meet your Tour Director and travel companions for a welcome drink.

British Columbia Treasures Tour Vancouver, including the waterfront, Chinatown, and Stanley Park with its old-growth evergreen forests and totem poles. Catch the BC Ferry over to Vancouver Island and Victoria. See major attractions on your city orientation tour including the Fairmont Empress Hotel, Bastion Square, and Thunderbird Park. Later, visit world-famous [LOCAL FAVORITE] Butchart Gardens, followed by a special dinner in the former historic greenhouse. (B,D) LOCAL FAVORITE Butchart Gardens, named for its founder, Jennie Butchart, is a National Historic Site celebrated for its horticultural legacy. Millions of blooms and more than 900 varieties of plants fill exquisitely landscaped gardens that bring fairytales to life.

Spend your day your way in Victoria Explore more of Victoria with your choice of included Globus Choice excursions. CAPITAL CULTURE Visit the Royal BC Museum showcases the province's natural history, cultural heritage and the stories of Indigenous people. Three permanent galleries, Natural History, Becoming BC, and the First Peoples Gallery, feature exhibits and artifacts on colonial history, the gold rush, early settlers, modern culture and more. Visit adjacent Thunderbird Park, home to many totem poles and other First Nation monuments. BIRD'S EYE VIEWS Discover Vancouver Island at the Malahat SkyWalk in an immersive nature experience. The 10-story spiral tower soars 250 m (820 ft) above sea level for memorable views of fjords, forests, mountains, and islands in Canada and the US. Enjoy majestic views from within the treetops on the TreeWalk, a 20 m (65 ft) elevated boardwalk. Note: The SkyWalk tower features a wide wooden walkway with a gentle incline and no stairs. The rest of the day is free to explore on your own. (B) ENHANCED FREE TIME Explore more in Victoria with a stroll through the quaint downtown , admired for its British colonial architecture, heritage buildings, and stunning gardens, then, relax over proper British afternoon tea. Your Tour Director may suggest an optional marine wildlife and whale-watching trip. Shoppers will love Government Street’s elegant shops and Market Square’s specialty stores. Your Tour Director has tips for the perfect day.

Gulf Dreams Board a BC Ferry for a crossing of the Strait of Georgia through the spectacular Gulf Islands, an archipelago known for its Mediterranean-type climate. En route to Whistler, stop at Shannon Falls, where a boardwalk leads to a viewing platform near the base of the roaring falls. On to the alpine resort of Whistler at the base of the magnificent Whistler and Blackcomb Mountains. Time to explore the 2010 Winter Olympics sites, paddleboard, hike, stroll through Whistler Village, or play pickleball. Enjoy a 2-night stay at the Hilton Whistler Resort, with mountain-style elegance in the heart of Whistler Village. (B) TOUR HIGHLIGHT Nestled at the base of breathtaking Whistler and Blackcomb Mountains, the Hilton Whistler Resort blends culture, history, and culinary delights together in Whistler’s premier location. Enjoy the natural design elements including Indigenous art from the Sea-to-Sky corridor and an array of shops, restaurants and walking trails at your doorstep.