7 DAY CHRISTMAS IN VANCOUVER & VICTORIA
ITINERARY:
DAY 1, Monday - Arrival in Vancouver and Welcome Dinner
Arrive in Vancouver and transfer independently to the hotel.
This evening, meet your group for a welcome dinner
Overnight: Vancouver Meals: Dinner
DAY 2, Tuesday - Vancouver City tour and Ferry to Victoria
This morning, enjoy a panoramic bus tour of Vancouver, the
most populous metropolitan area in western Canada. See the major
sights of the city as learn about the various landmarks and
neighborhoods. In the early afternoon, board the ferry for
Victoria. Upon arrival, enjoy a brief orientation tour of the
city, which is consistently ranked among the top cities in the
world in which to live
Overnight: Victoria Meals: Breakfast
DAY 3, Wednesday - Royal BC Museum and Christmas Eve Dinner
This morning, walk to the Royal BC Museum for a guided tour
of its galleries, including the First Peoples and Natural
History Exhibits, followed by a visit to Helmcken House, located
behind the museum. Built in 1852 by Dr. John Sebastian Helmcken,
the property has been well-preserved and is now a historic site.
Afterward, enjoy a visit to the 19th-century Craigdarroch Castle
and learn about its varied history throughout its six distinct
eras of occupation. This evening, enjoy a special Christmas Eve
dinner in Victoria
Overnight: Victoria Meals: Breakfast,
Dinner
DAY 4, Thursday - Butchart Gardens and Christmas Dinner
Enjoy a leisurely Christmas morning. Following lunch, depart
for a visit to Butchart Gardens, a stunning botanical attraction
and excellent opportunity to take one-of-a-kind photographs.
Employing fifty full-time gardeners who bed over a million
plants each year, the gardens are renowned for the breadth of
the collection. In addition to Spring, Summer, Fall, and Winter,
Butchart Gardens has a special season dedicated just to
Christmas, when over 25 miles of lights are strung and fiery
poinsettias adorn the interiors of the buildings. After a chance
to witness the natural beauty and lighthearted spirit of the
gardens that are decked for the season, return to Victoria for a
delicious Christmas dinner
Overnight: Victoria Meals:
Breakfast, Lunch
DAY 5, Friday - Spa Treatment and Afternoon Tea
Today is reserved for relaxed elegance and delightful
indulgence. Set off on a leisurely Boxing Day carriage ride
through Victoria. Then, participate in a Victorian tradition,
afternoon tea. Enjoy an assortment of fine teas and light fare,
such as scones with clotted cream and strawberry preserves, in a
casual yet sophisticated atmosphere. Finish off the day with a
pampering spa treatment including a facial and a massage
Overnight: Victoria Meals: Breakfast,
Tea
DAY 6, Saturday - Ferry to Vancouver, Tour of Vancouver's
Chinatown & Visit to VanDusen Botanical Gardens
This morning, board the ferry for Vancouver. Upon arrival,
enjoy free time for lunch on your own before a guided tour of
Vancouver's Chinatown. Later this afternoon, visit VanDusen
Botanical Gardens, sprawling over 55 acres with plants gathered
from across the globe. Here, see the famous Festival of Lights,
an incredible special event. This evening, join your fellow
passengers for a farewell dinner in downtown Vancouver
Overnight: Vancouver Meals: Breakfast,
Dinner
DAY 7, Sunday - Return Home
After breakfast, transfer independently to the Vancouver
airport for your return flight home. Meals:
Breakfast
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Celebrate a Victorian Christmas full of the festive lights and
holiday traditions of Canada. Ring in the holiday season on
Vancouver Island with a stroll through a collection of finely
decorated trees at the Fairmont Empress Festival of Trees. See
the dazzling decorations and festivities of the season as you
visit the historic Craigdarroch Castle and Butchart Gardens
decked out for the holidays. Discover the region's history at
the Royal BC Museum, sip traditional "high tea," and savor a
delightful Christmas dinner with all the delicious trimmings in
a spirited celebration. A blend of natural and cultural beauty,
the Pacific Northwest's Christmastime atmosphere is not to be
missed!
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INCLUSIONS |
- 2 nights at The Fairmont Hotel Vancouver
- 4 nights at the Magnolia Hotel & Spa
- 6 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 4 dinners
- Tour Manager throughout
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HIGHLIGHTS |
- Enjoy authentic afternoon tea
- Explore the Royal BC Museum with your guide
- Visit Craigdarroch Castle and Butchart Gardens
- Sit down to a traditional Christmas Day dinner
- See over 50 holiday decorated trees at the Festival of
Trees
- Relax with a spa treatment (facial & massage)
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DEPARTURE DATES & RATES |
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| December 22, 2008 |
$2,399 |
Price does not include airfare & tips to Tour Manager
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