Whistler Escape

3 days / 2 nights

Independent Holiday Package Departs daily, May – October, 2012

From Vancouver

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Day 1 — Vancouver BC / Whistler BC

Transfer from Downtown Vancouver to Whistler, a 115 kilometres (72 miles) train trip. The three hour journey features a tour along the breathtaking coast of BC. Whistler is not only one of North America's top ski destinations but the village also has a reputation as a shoppers' paradise! Pedestrian friendly walkways and plazas lead through shops, boutiques and art galleries (where you can peruse local and celebrity works of art). There are also mountain top locations for some of the shops! Visit the library or Whistler's Museum and Archives to learn more about the unique area. Overnight Whistler.

Day 2 — Whistler / Blackcomb

Continue your explorations today with a stroll along cobblestone roads, enjoying the friendly ambience of this resort town. Whether it's fine dining or just a quick meal, Whistler has the diversity to please any traveler. The Gondola ride is not to be missed, providing spectacular views of the mountainous skyline and valleys below. Evening-time in Whistler is the perfect variation of nightlife entertainment. Whether it's one of Whistler's own co-ordinated events, or simply the local styles of pub & concert, you're sure to be pleased by what this mountain town has to offer! Overnight Whistler.

Day 3 — Whistler BC/ Vancouver BC

Morning at leisure with afternoon transfer to rail station for your return rail excursion to Vancouver. Your tour ends with transfer services within the greater Vancouver area including Vancouver International Airport.

Price includes

• 2 nights' accommodation in hotels.
• Transportation and transfers, as described.
• Select sightseeing, activities, and admissions, as described (Seasonal Availability).
• Not included — any items not listed such as but not limited to 5% Goods & Services and/or Harmonized Sales Tax; meals (other than listed); baggage handling; gratuities; travel insurance; personal expenses; custom tour add-ons.
• Please read Things To Know Before You Go for further information.

Info to know

• Reservations are confirmed upon receipt of $250 CDN per person deposit.
• A complete self-guiding itinerary and vouchers are provided after receipt of full and final payment, due no later than 60 (sixty) days prior to date of Day 1 of your itinerary. (VISA, Mastercard, AmEx, bank draft)
• All monies paid are non-refundable. Ask your John Steel Tour Consultant about travel insurance, its coverages, conditions, and limitations
• If applicable, pack an overnight bag for all overnight rail journeys. Safety rules limit carry-on luggage.
• Please do not make closely connecting travel arrangements before &/or after tour. John Steel is not responsible for missed connections.
• All products &/or services are subject to John Sharpe's Rail Tours Ltd., operating as John Steel Rail Tours' (JSRT), "General Conditions & Waiver."
• Please ask your John Steel Tour Consultant for family pricing.

Prices and inclusions are subject to change without notice and vary by season. Prices shown have been adjusted where necessary to reflect seasonal availability of sightseeing and attractions.