Whistler mountain inukshuk on a Sea to Sky day trip from Vancouver
Whistler

Whistler Day Trip from Vancouver

Waterfalls, mountain, and a village that looks staged for postcards.

This Whistler day trip from Vancouver is the complete Sea to Sky experience: a 10-hour guided tour along the spectacular Sea to Sky Highway with stops at Shannon Falls and Brandywine Falls, plus three full hours to explore Whistler Village. Whistler, a world-renowned resort town in British Columbia, offers year-round adventure, from the PEAK 2 PEAK Gondola to its charming pedestrian-only village, vibrant après-ski scene and stunning alpine landscapes. Travelling from Vancouver to Whistler without a car has never been easier: hotel pick-up near Canada Place, small groups of up to 11, and guides in English and Spanish.

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Overview

Duration10 hours
Group size5-11
DifficultyEasy to moderate
LanguagesEnglish and Spanish
TransportationBus
Meeting pointCanada Place, with optional nearby hotel pickup

Highlights

  • Drive the scenic Sea to Sky Highway, one of the most beautiful road trips in Canada
  • Shannon Falls, BC's third-tallest waterfall at 335 meters (1,105 feet)
  • Brandywine Falls plunging 70 meters into the canyon
  • 3 hours in Whistler Village: shops, restaurants and the optional PEAK 2 PEAK Gondola

Itinerary

  1. 1

    Shannon Falls

    45 min

    Short, flat trail to the base of the province's third-tallest waterfall, a 335-meter drop. Picnic areas nearby if you want to stretch the stop.

  2. 2

    Brandywine Falls

    30 min

    Viewpoint steps from the parking lot, a 70-meter drop over the canyon ringed by dense forest and rock formations, one of the most-photographed stops on the whole tour.

  3. 3

    Whistler Village

    3 hours

    Free time in the heart of one of the world's most famous ski resorts: boutiques, restaurants, and galleries in a fully pedestrian village. If you want, the PEAK 2 PEAK Gondola connects Whistler and Blackcomb mountains with valley views from above.

Frequently asked questions

How far is Whistler from Vancouver?

About 120 km (75 miles), roughly 2 hours along the scenic Sea to Sky Highway. Our tour turns the drive into part of the experience with waterfall stops.

Is the PEAK 2 PEAK Gondola included?

Gondola tickets are optional and can be purchased in Whistler Village during your 3 hours of free time.

Can I do Whistler as a day trip from Vancouver without a car?

Yes, this tour includes round-trip transportation from Canada Place with optional hotel pick-up, so no car is needed.

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