Lonely Planet Canada's Best Trips
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Lonely Planet Canada's Best Trips

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Publisher
Lonely Planet
Year
2020
eBook ISBN
9781838690182
Print ISBN
9781788683340
British Columbia
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Follow winding roads into the deep forests of northern Vancouver Island, , where bald eagles patrol and black bears munch dandelions, or point your wheels north toward Whistler, where dramatic glazed mountaintops scrape the sky. Then coast back down to explore dynamic Vancouver or quaint Victoria. Healthy living reaches its zenith in British Columbia (BC). You’ll eat well, drink well and play well. From islands to glaciers to world-class vineyards, this region beckons for road trips and doesn’t disappoint.
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Whistler Skiing on world-class slopes
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Vancouver & the Fraser Valley 2 Days
Brave suspension bridges and relive pioneer life in a dramatic mountain valley.
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Sea to Sky Highway 1–2 Days
Go from coastal towns to snowy peaks with classic BC sights and views en route.
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A Strait Hop 2–3 Days
Features some of BC’s largest trees, contemporary fishing villages and an awe-inspiring ferry ride.
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Southern Vancouver Island Tour 4–5 Days
Time slows down with mellow island-hopping, artsy villages and dramatic beaches.
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Vancouver Island’s Remote North 2–3 Days
Endless sand, old-growth forest, whales, bears and plenty of First Nations culture.
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Okanagan Valley Wine Tour 2 Days
Overflowing fruit stands, award-winning vineyards and amazing cuisine next to a shimmering lake.
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Haida Gwaii Adventure 2 Days
Experience remote wilderness and fascinating First Nations culture on these edge-of-the-earth islands.
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Circling the Rockies 3 Days
Topaz lakes, snowy peaks, vast canyons and one famous national park form the backdrop to this enchanting alpine journey.
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Around the Kootenays 5–6 Days
Admire alpine meadows and rugged sawtooth ridges, with scenic lakes and nice towns in between.
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Stretch Your Legs Victoria
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DON’T MISS

First Nations Culture

With state-of-the-art museums, art galleries, totem poles and modern communities, indigenous culture is accessible on Trip 4, Trip 5, Trip 7

Local Refreshments

In-house roasted coffee, local breweries, countless wineries and unique cideries will tempt your taste buds on Trip 3, Trip 4, Trip 6

Dramatic Beaches

Long Beach with its endless sand, remote Botanical Beach and forested China Beach await on Trip 3, Trip 4, Trip 5

Ancient Forests

Looking up at the towering old-growth trees in Cathedral Grove, Goldstream Provincial Park and Capilano will leave you dizzy on Trip 1, Trip 3, Trip 5, Trip 8

Wildlife

While never a sure bet, you have a chance to spot a bear, a bald eagle or a pod of whales on Trips, Trip 4, Trip 5, Trip 8, Trip 9
VANCOUVER & THE FRASER VALLEY
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This tour has something for everyone – parks, beaches, mountains, vineyards, hot springs and a big dollop of histo...

Table of contents

  1. Contents
  2. Welcome to Canada
  3. Canada Highlights
  4. If You Like…
  5. Need to Know
  6. City Guide
  7. Canada by Region
  8. Canada Classic Trips
  9. British Columbia
  10. The Prairie Provinces & The North
  11. Ontario
  12. Québec
  13. The Atlantic Region
  14. Canada Driving Guide
  15. Canada Travel Guide
  16. Behind the Scenes
  17. Our Writers