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Vancouver, Coast and Mountains tourism region boasts an amazing
range of scenery and terrain, as well as unlimited activities
and culture. From the cosmopolitan and trendy neighbourhoods
of downtown Vancouver to the rainforests and secluded coves
of the Sunshine Coast, a wide variety of spectacular scenery
and diverse attractions are never more than a short drive away.
 Greater
Vancouver
Vancouver, Coast and Mountains is the
southwestern part of mainland
British Columbia and is anchored by the glamorous cityscape
of Vancouver that nestles at the foot of the stately
peaks of the Coast Mountain range. The backdrop of the region
is the coniferous green forest that envelops the mountains.
Greater Vancouver is a cosmopolitan city in a spectacular
location on the Pacific ocean. More »
 Sunshine
Coast
Heading northwest by ferry to Langdale, visitors can
follow over
a hundred of miles of rugged coastline from Greater
Vancouver on up the Sunshine Coast to Desolation Sound.
The stunning scenery does not disappoint nor does the exceptional
fishing and scuba diving. Named for its 2,400 hours of
annual
sunshine the lifestyle here is relaxed and is home to internationally
known artists, musicians and artisans. More »
 Sea
to Sky Country
Northeast
of Greater Vancouver is Sea to Sky Country and the famous
resort area of Whistler, home to many of the events for
the 2010 Winter Olympic Games. Whistler is a skier’s dream!
The drive to Whistler along Howe Sound offers stunning vistas
of towering rock faces that plunge into the sea, mountains
of glimmering ice, sparkling lakes and immense natural forests. More »
 Mighty
Fraser Country
East from Greater Vancouver is Mighty Fraser Country through
which runs the Fraser River one of the world's greatest
salmon-producing river systems. This area offers farming
experiences, wineries
to explore and great fishing opportunities. The Fraser
canyon affords the visitor outstanding views and rock formations
as the river cuts through the Coast Mountains. The Fraser
is the focus for the area’s economy, transportation
and culture. Following the First Nation people, it became
the Cariboo Wagon Trail, onto the Gold Rush Trail and
finally the route for both the Canadian National and
Canadian Pacific
railways. More »
Circle Tours
Greater Vancouver is the main gateway for exploring the
wonders of British Columbia and a number of self-guided circle
tours have been developed to aid the traveler.
The Coast Mountain Circle Tour explores the mountains, forests
and canyons that make British Columbia a world-renowned place
of wilderness beauty covering almost 600 km. The tour takes
two to four days. Travel through misty coastal mountains
and into the province's rain shadow and dry highland plateau.
Explore historic Gold Rush Country and follow the path of
the gold seekers down the Thompson and the raging Fraser
River. More »
The Mighty Fraser Country Circle Tour explores the valley
carved out by the Fraser River. It covers 635 km and can
be done in two to four days. Envision yourself surrounded
by dramatic river valleys, lush vineyards, verdant forests,
and abundant wildlife. This is only a taste of the wonderment
that you will experience. More »
The Coastal Circle Tour explores three of British Columbia's
majestic coastlines and takes three to five days. This tour
will take you to quaint and cozy seaside communities, sandy
beaches and the misty, wave-battered shoreline of Vancouver
Island’s rugged west coast. Drive up the Sunshine Coast
via BC Ferries, over to Vancouver Island and down to the
provincial capital of Victoria. Visit seaside villages, beaches
and marinas where seafood is at its best. More »
The Totem Circle Tour covers over 2,500 km and can take
anywhere from one to two weeks and is suited for those interested
in exploring the culture of British Columbia's First Nations
people. Passing through historic sites and villages that
will bring you face to face with the people, their art, stories
and history. Witness the province's most beautiful and awe-inspiring
scenery as you travel overland through the heart of the province
and sail the Inside Passage down through the coast's magnificent
fjords and rainforests. More »
The Gold Rush Trail is approximately 1,900 km long and can
take between 7 and 10 days to drive. Many of British Columbia's
highways follow the trails used by the early gold seekers.
All along these routes are artifacts and remnants of the
early pioneers. Drive this tour and relive their journeys
through steep canyons, raging rivers and high mountain passes.
The roads are greatly improved, but the scenery is as rugged
as ever. More »
The Sunshine Circle Tour is a shortened version of the Coastal
Circle Tour taking two to three days. Instead of traveling
out to Vancouver Island's rugged west coast, this tour explores
more of the island's sandy east coast. Visit seaside villages,
beaches and marinas where seafood is at its best. Drive up
the Sunshine Coast via BC Ferries, over to Vancouver Island
and down to the provincial capital of Victoria. More »
The Discovery Coast Circle Tour allows
travelers to experience all the diversity that British Columbia
has to offer. From cosmopolitan
Vancouver to the cowboy towns of the Cariboo. From rainforest
to the grasslands of the Chilcotin plateau. This really is
a tour of discovery. For those with the urge to get out there
- in a car, an RV, or a pair of hiking boots - BC Ferries
presents a remarkable summer route between Port Hardy and
Bella Coola. It follows a coastline so remote BC Ferries
calls it the Discovery Coast Passage. More »
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Tourism Region Contact
Vancouver, Coast and Mountains Tourism Region
250 - 1508 West 2nd Avenue,
Vancouver, BC V6J 1H2
Telephone: (604) 739-9011
Fax: (604) 739-0153
E-Mail: info@vcmbc.com
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