Best Weekend Getaways From Vancouver
From Vancouver, Whistler, Victoria and the Okanagan are all reachable for a weekend — with mountains, ocean and wine country all on the menu. These are the best weekend getaways from Vancouver.
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Why goNorth America's largest four-season mountain resort — world-class skiing in winter and biking in summer.
Things to doSki Whistler-Blackcomb, ride the Peak 2 Peak gondola, hike the High Note trail, explore the village.
Where to staySlopeside hotels and village condos at the base.
Recommended hotelFairmont Chateau Whistler — luxury at the base.
Day 1: arrive, ski or gondola, village dinner. Day 2: High Note hike, lunch with a view, drive home.
Why goBC's capital on Vancouver Island — gardens, harbour and British charm.
Things to doButchart Gardens, Inner Harbour walk, Royal BC Museum, tea at the Empress.
Where to stayInner-harbour hotels near the parliament.
Recommended hotelFairmont Empress — iconic harbour hotel.
Day 1: ferry, Butchart Gardens, harbour dinner. Day 2: museum, tea, ferry home.
Why goOkanagan wine country — lakes, vineyards and the sunniest summers in Canada.
Things to doTour wineries, boat Okanagan Lake, hike Knox Mountain, eat on the waterfront.
Where to stayWaterfront hotels and vineyard B&Bs.
Recommended hotelThe Eldorado Hotel — lakeside in downtown Kelowna.
Day 1: winery tour, lake dinner. Day 2: Knox Mountain hike, waterfront lunch, drive home.
Why goSurfing, rainforest and Pacific storms on the west coast of Vancouver Island.
Things to doSurf Chesterman Beach, walk the rainforest trails, whale watch, hot springs Cove.
Where to stayBeachfront cabins and lodges on the Pacific.
Recommended hotelPacific Sands Beach Resort — beachfront cabins.
Day 1: ferry and drive, sunset surf. Day 2: rainforest walk, beach lunch, drive home.
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