Wine & Dine B&B Tour

Explore the warm Okanagan Valley, which produces about 95% of BC wines. Set amidst the picturesque Cascade Mountains the valley region has over 70 wineries producing interesting varieties. The southernmost sector, with the longest growing season sees a concentration of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Pinot Noir. Syrah and Shiraz wines are also having success in the south, while Northern Okanagan is better suited to Chardonnay, Gewurztraminer, Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Blanc and Pinot Gris. Tour wineries and enjoy excellent restaurants on this relaxed self-drive route!
 

Daily Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Vancouver
Arrive in Vancouver on own and transfer in limo to your overnight accommodation (included). Remainder of day free. Stay 2 nights at a B&B in Vancouver. 

Day 2: Vancouver
A full day to visit beautiful Vancouver. Enjoy spacious Stanley Park with its totem poles and aquarium, Chinatown and the Capilano Suspension Bridge on the North Shore.  Have lunch in historic Gastown and shop till you drop on Robson Street. In the evening, pick-up your rental car. Overnight at a B&B in Vancouver.

Day 3: Vancouver – Penticton (400km / 6 hrs)
Drive through the fertile Fraser River delta and step back in time at Fort Langley. Have lunch at the tumbling Bridal Veil Falls and see the historic Othello Tunnels in Hope. Then drive through the rugged mountains of the Cascade Mountains in Manning Park to Penticton. Overnight at a B&B in Penticton.

Day 4: Penticton
The Okanagan valley is famous for its large warm lakes, sunny beaches, apple orchards and excellent wines that come from several local wineries. Enjoy some exciting water sports on the lakes or go wine tasting. Overnight at a B&B in Penticton.

Day 5: Penticton - Vernon (119km / 1.5 hrs)
Today you will drive through the Okanagan Valley, following the scenic landscape of Okanagan Lake the whole way to Vernon, a town that is quieter and less visited than its southern neighbours. Vernon is known for its emphasis on the outdoors, quiet living, golf and fruit industry. Overnight at a B&B in Penticton.        

Day 6: Vernon - Lillooet (286km / 3.3 hrs)
Today's journey takes you to Lillooet, small native town located on the banks of the mighty Fraser River. Lillooet, which sits amidst spectacular mountain scenery, is very picturesque. The town has a charming frontier feel and surprisingly in 1860 was the 2nd largest centre in North America west of Chicago. Times have changed but Lillooet has retained its delightful character. Overnight at a B&B in Lillooet.

Day 7: Lillooet - Whistler (135km / 2.5 hrs)
Depart Lillooet and cross the scenic Coast Mountains. Continue your drive along the scenic ‘Sea to Sky’ highway to the alpine resort of Whistler. Overnight at a B&B in Whistler.

Day 8: Whistler - Vancouver - departure (140km / 2 hrs)
Return to Vancouver and enjoy the rest of the day before your tour ends.

Services included:   

7 nights accommodation in B&Bs, limo transfer from Vancouver Airport to downtown Vancouver B&B upon arrival, 7 day midsize car rental with unlimited kilometers*/ Lost Damage Waiver (LDW)/ Personal Accident Insurance (PAI), provincial accommodation and sales taxes.

* SUV and Minivan rental vehicles will only include 200km/day.

Not included: meals other than breakfast when included at a B&B, national park entrance fees, optional activities, gratuities, gas and GST.

Dates of operation:   

May 5 - September 15, 2008: Daily departures.

Price:   

2008 Rates on Request

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