British Columbia
Located on the west coast is Canada’s third largest province British Columbia and more than likely this is where your Canadian experience will begin.
BC as the locals call it is covered in mountains, lakes, evergreen trees and a vast coast line that is dotted with islands making it one of the most scenic provinces.
The Sights
There isn’t a city in the world quite like Vancouver! Refined, yet rugged, it offers big city style, one-of-a-kind attractions and an exciting contemporary culinary scene; but it also offers a lovely resort atmosphere with outdoor activities, wildlife and wilderness, set against snow-capped mountain peaks, lush temperate rainforests and ocean surroundings.
Here are some of our favourite things to see and do when in Vancouver.
Accommodation
There is so much accommodation to choose from in Vancouver. No matter what your budget Vancouver will be able to accommodate you. Family friendly or five star luxury everything is within close proximity to the heart of the city.
Getting there
There are a variety of ways you can arrive into Vancouver. Plane, car, cruise ship, boat, bus and train. It has Canada’s second busiest airport which welcomes on average over 17 million people a year.
Things to do
Vancouver has such a wide variety of activities and sights to see. Some of our favourite’s are:
- Vancouver Harbour Cruise
- Victoria Day trip
- Capilano Suspension Bridge
- Enjoying Vancouver’s culinary delights
Best British Columbia trips
Canadian Rockies Getaway
Not sure which leg of Rocky Mountaineer Rail to choose? This excellent circle itinerary from Vancouver includes both the Journey through the Clouds (Jasper) and First Passage to the West (Banff) routes – you won’t miss a thing.
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Grizzly Bears of Knight Inlet
Enjoy one of the premier grizzly bear viewing spots in the world, set amidst the dramatic snow-capped peaks of Canada’s rugged coastline. Package includes scenic floatplane transfers and wildlife viewing excursions.
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