With this special Adventures by Disney Short Escape, delight in visiting the natural beauty of Vancouver’s stunning sites and amazing surroundings.
Trip Highlights Include:
Adventure Dates
Adventure Daily Itinerary
Day One
Welcome to Vancouver! After exiting customs, you'll be met by an Adventures by Disney representative who will escort you to your transfer vehicle. Relax as the driver assists with your luggage and takes you to the Fairmont Waterfront Hotel, Vancouver, where you’ll spend the next 2 nights in luxurious surroundings.
Let your Adventure Guides help you find the restaurants and activities in Vancouver that are ideal for your family's tastes. Enjoy exploring this beautiful seaport city that is nestled amid majestic mountains and is known for its thriving arts scene.
Spend an adventure-filled afternoon experiencing the array of activities at this park that immerses you in the natural beauty of western Canada.
Adults can relax as they enjoy flights of locally crafted beers and British Columbia wines in the casual atmosphere of the Cliff House Restaurant.
Join your fellow Adventurers for a welcome dinner 553 feet (167 m) in the sky at this incredible revolving restaurant that offers great food along with unobstructed panoramic views of Vancouver’s gorgeous scenery from cityscapes to the coastal mountains to the ocean.
Day Two
Fuel up with a buffet-style breakfast at the hotel before heading out for a day of adventure in beautiful Vancouver.
Take a leisurely bike ride as you explore the magnificent oasis of Stanley Park—Vancouver’s first and largest urban park. Ride throughout the park and enjoy stops at the hand-carved totem poles, Beaver Lake and along the park’s famous seawall.
Cruise across False Creek to Granville Island via an aquabus ferry.
Explore the aisles of delicious food offerings accompanied by a seasoned guide who provides VIP access to Canada’s top artisans for tastings of some very Vancouver foods that range from elk salami, bison bresaola, honey dipped donuts, British Columbia cheeses and so much more! Plus, you’ll enjoy a sit down lunch at one of the vendors for a memorable meal.
Enjoy exploring this wonderful public market, shopping district and artists’ community where you’ll find lots of crafts, clothing, jewelry and unique items made by local artists and artisans. You’ll also find some delicious food and even a local brewery.
Strike a gold medal pose at the iconic cauldron erected for the 2010 Winter Olympic Games hosted by Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada as you make your way back to the hotel.
Discover all this thriving city has to offer, including the Vancouver Art Gallery, which features works by local artists; and the Museum of Anthropology, which is the home to the preeminent First Nations collection. Then, ask your Adventure Guide for a recommendation, or find a new favorite local Vancouver restaurant and enjoy a delicious meal with your family.
Day Three
Take to the clouds and climb high above the treetops of the mammoth Douglas firs that cover the mountain side on this gondola ride to Grouse Mountain’s Peak of Vancouver that rewards you with unparalleled views of Vancouver, the Gulf Islands and the Pacific Ocean.
Experience a pawsitively amazing experience! You and your fellow Adventurers will enjoy early access to the mountain and a special breakfast with Grouse Mountain’s resident Grizzly Bears, Grinder and Coola, as they go about their morning routines. You’ll explore their habitat as you learn about Grizzly Bears as well as bear conservation from an experienced staff member. Then, head to The Observatory for a delicious breakfast.
Get up close to one of Grouse Mountains most famous residents—Chloe the Owl. A knowledgeable Grouse Mountain guide will introduce you to Chloe and teach you about owls and their role in the Grouse Mountain eco-system.
Soar through peaks and canyons of Grouse and Dam Mountains on this exhilarating experience that gives you a unique perspective on the forests of British Columbia.
Step back in time as you enter an authentic Pacific Northwest Longhouse where you will discover the traditional way of life of the First Nations people through songs and stories as told by a First Nations Elder.
Get ready for an impressive display of world-class lumberjacking as a crew of champion performers showcase their skills that include log rolling, tree climbing, sawing and axe throwing. This fast-paced, exciting and hilarious show will have you on the edge of your seats.
Say goodbye to Vancouver as you board your pre-arranged transportation to either the Port of Vancouver to continue on your Disney Cruise Line adventure, or to Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to begin your trip home.