Day 1 - Arrival in Vancouver / Sunset Dinner Cruise
Upon arrival in Vancouver, you will have a private transfer by sedan to your hotel. The remainder of the day is at leisure to explore the sites and sounds of Vancouver, which include a variety of shops, museums, parks, markets and natural beauties.
This evening enjoy a Sunset Dinner Cruise for a truly Vancouver dining experience. Cruise past the magnificent Vancouver skyline, around Stanley Park, past the beaches of English Bay and into the lights, sights and sounds of False Creek. While onboard, enjoy live musical entertainment and a West Coast-themed buffet. It's like dining in all of Vancouver's finest waterfront restaurants in one evening! You will be picked up at your hotel by a private sedan and transfer to the harbour 30 minutes prior to departure with boarding commencing at 6:30 PM. After your cruise, your private sedan will transfer you back to your hotel.
Moderate: Overnight Residence Inn by Marriott Downtown Vancouver (includes buffet breakfast)
Superior: Overnight Fairmont Hotel Vancouver - Fairmont room
Deluxe: Overnight Fairmont Hotel Vancouver - Fairmont Gold (includes deluxe continental breakfast and afternoon hors d'oeuvres)
Day 2 - Floatplane Vancouver to Salt Spring Island / Afternoon Tea at Hastings House
After breakfast, transfer by sedan to the floatplane docks for a scenic flight to Ganges Harbour in the Gulf Islands. On landing, a courtesy van will transfer you to Hastings House Country Inn. Hastings House is a tranquil retreat for discriminating guests who seek and appreciate excellence. Located in a uniquely pastoral setting, the twenty-five acre seaside estate provides the perfect mood for a resort vacation. Casement windows look out at a changing seascape, meadows and forest, blending the nostalgic and contemporary in the beautiful Gulf Islands. Enjoy Afternoon treats served in The Snug.
Moderate: Overnight Hastings House - Bed Sitting room
Superior: Overnight Hastings House - Two Room Suite
Deluxe: Overnight Hastings House - Deluxe Cottage
Day 3 - Salt Spring Island Exploring
This morning enjoy your "Wake-up Hamper" in your room. The day is at leisure to explore Salt Spring Island the largest of the Gulf Islands nestled in the Strait of Georgia. Explore the seaside village of Ganges is a focal point for arts, restaurants and unique shops. Renowned for its creativity Salt Spring Island is known as one of North America's best small arts towns. With gallery and artists' studios offering the visitor a wide choice of high-quality arts & crafts from paintings to pottery and weaving to woodwork. A variety of other activities are available including: mountain biking, sea kayaking, tennis, hiking, beachcombing, golfing, salmon fishing or a spa treatment before relaxing with afternoon tea at the inn.
Moderate: Overnight Hastings House - Bed Sitting room
Superior: Overnight Hastings House - Two Room Suite
Deluxe: Overnight Hastings House - Deluxe room
Day 4 - Floatplane to Vancouver
Depart this peaceful sanctuary by floatplane at mid-day to return to Vancouver Harbour, where you will be met by your private driver for a transfer by sedan to the train station, cruise ship terminal or the Vancouver International Airport.
PACKAGE INCLUDES:
- 3 nights accommodation, room tax & any mandatory service charges
- Sunset Dinner Cruise
- Round-trip floatplane flight between downtown Vancouver and Salt Spring Island
- Courtesy transfers between the Ganges Harbour and Hastings House
- 2 'Wake-up' Hampers and 2 afternoon teas at Hastings House
- Complimentary fitness center passes and use of mountain bikes at Hastings House
- Private sedan transfers between Vancouver Airport & hotel, hotel & Sunset Dinner Cruise, hotel & floatplane docks in Vancouver and floatplane dock to Vancouver Airport including gratuities
- Personalized documentation package
PACKAGE DOES NOT INCLUDE:
- Meals not listed as included
- Beverages not listed as included
- Transfers not listed as included
- Gratuities not listed as included
- Trip Cancellation Insurance (Insurance can be purchased from your Vacation Specialist, ask for more details)