Signature Cities Vancouver & Victoria

8 days
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Enjoy beautiful gardens, architectural walks, visits to museums and fascinating lectures as you immerse yourself in the unique story of Vancouver and Victoria.
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Overview

Trip type
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate

Highlights

    • I like to spend much of the day exploring
    • Whether walking through historic neighborhoods at a moderate pace or out and about on a coach, I prefer to keep my days full
    • Stairs don’t bother me, and I love to keep up with the group

What's this trip about?

    Enjoy beautiful gardens, architectural walks, visits to museums and fascinating lectures as you immerse yourself in the unique story of Vancouver and Victoria.

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Details

Itinerary focusOperator does not provide
Group sizeSmall Group - max of 24 people
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transport
Start CityVancouver, British Columbia
End CityVictoria, British Columbia

Travel Themes

  • Nature & Wildlife
  • Culinary & Wine
  • Hiking & Walking
  • Train & Rail Journeys
  • Photography
  • National Parks
  • High Adventure
  • Yoga, Meditation & Wellness
  • Relaxing Retreats
  • Holy Land

Destinations

Activities

  • Adventure & Adrenaline
  • Hiking
  • Nature
  • Photography
  • Relaxing Retreat
  • Trains & Rail
  • Wildlife Viewing
  • Yoga & Meditation

Min Group Size

  • Min Group Size: 10

Max Group Size

  • Max Group Size: 24

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Itinerary

Day 1 Check-In, Registration, Welcome Dinner, Orientation Vancouver, British Columbia

Hotel check-in begins at 4:00 pm.

Program registration begins at 4:00 pm. After you have your room assignment, join us at the Road Scholar table in the lobby to register with the program staff and get your welcome packet containing the up-to-date schedule that r...

Day 2 Vancouver Introduction, City Exploration, Mus. of Vancouver Vancouver, British Columbia

Getting on and off a motorcoach. Walking approximately a mile (1.6 km) at a moderate pace; some periods of extended standing.

Learn about Vancouver’s multi-faceted character from the past to the present from a local expert. Explore by motorcoach some of the city...

Day 3 Multicultural Vancouver, Steveston Shipworks and Cannery Vancouver, British Columbia

Getting on and off a motorcoach, walking approximately 1.5 miles (2.4 km) on pavement, boardwalks, standing for short periods during the field trip. Driving for approximately 2 hours.

Travel by coach with a local expert and listen to a lecture while exploring th...

Day 4 Granville Island Public Market, Free Time Vancouver, British Columbia

Getting on and off the bus, walking approximately a mile (1.6 km), standing for extended periods during the 2-hour market exploration.

Join an expert from the Pacific Institute of Culinary Arts (PICA) for a historical and culinary exploration of Granville Island...

Day 5 Ferry to Victoria, Introduction, Inner Harbour Exploration Victoria, British Columbia

Walking up to 1.5 miles (2.4 km) for 1.5 hours. Getting on and off a motorcoach and ferry, some periods of standing, and climbing stairs with railings. The ferry to Victoria is 24 nautical miles and takes approximately 1.5 hours, participants will be responsible for b...

Day 6 Tradition of Tea, Robert Bateman Centre, Free Afternoon Victoria, British Columbia

Walking approximately a mile (1.6 km) on pavement, standing for extended periods of time.

Learn about the tradition of Afternoon Tea during a special presentation which will elaborate on the history of the tea trade and the varieties of tea. Visit the Robert Bat...

Day 7 Monarchy in Canada, Coach Exploration, Butchart Gardens Victoria, British Columbia

Walking at Butchart Gardens at your own pace on paved pathways; standing for extended periods of time. Getting on and off a motorcoach. Driving approximately 1.5 hours with stops.

Join a retired BC Government Protocol Officer who will explain the Canadian system...

Day 8 Program Concludes, Departure Victoria, British Columbia

Hotel check-out by 11:00 am.

If you are returning home, safe travels. If you are staying on independently, have a wonderful time. If you are transferring to another Road Scholar program, detailed instructions are included in your Information Packet for that prog...

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Dates & Availability

Price From $2,299
Price per day$287
Last Updated: 2/23/2024

Check Current Availability, prices, specials with Road Scholar.

The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.

Prices may vary due to local taxes and trip seasonality. Click "Request Info" to inquire directly with the tour operator for the final trip price.

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Meals Included
  • Number of Breakfast: 7
  • Number of Lunch: 5
  • Number of Dinner: 5
Age Requirements
No age restrictions
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