Whistler, Mountains and Valleys


Highlights

  • Duration: 8 Days/7 Nights
  • Approximate Driving Distance: 1,100 KMS
  • Places Visited: Vancouver–Whistler–Birkenhead–Cache Creek–Kamloops–MerrittHope-Vancouver
  • Available all year.

Travel to the famous resort town Whistler before venturing off the beaten path to explore more of the Coast Mountains and the desert-like valley behind. Enjoy spectacular views of snowcapped mountains, rivers and lakes, and retrace the footsteps of the explorers in the Gold Rush era!

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Itinerary

Driving Distance – 150 KM

Pick up your RV in Delta in the morning and drive towards Squamish on the spectacular Sea to Sky highway. Along the way stop at Porteau Cove situated on the shores of the Howe Sound. This is the most southern fjord in North America.

After leaving Porteau Cove the highway will start climbing into the mountains, and it will quickly become clear why this highway is called the Sea to Sky! A short stroll will take you to a beautiful viewpoint at Shannon Falls, the third-highest waterfall in BC! Your final stop before arriving in Whistler will be at Brandywine Falls for a short and easy hike to the viewpoint.

Highlights:

  • The Scenic Sea to Sky Highway
  • Squamish Gondola 
  • Brandywine Falls

Nearby campsites: 

Overnight in Whistler, BC.

Driving Distance – 50 KM

Today will be a free day to explore Whistler. Take in the spectacular scenery from above by traveling travelling on the Peak-2-Peak gondola and the new Suspension Bridge at the top of Whistler Mountain. In the afternoon, hike to Lost Lake or challenge yourself on one of the longer hikes.

If you are looking for a bigger adrenaline rush you can opt to go ziplining, bungee jumping or biking. Stroll the pedestrian-only village and consider visiting the Squamish Lillooet Cultural Center to learn more about the local First Nations culture.

Highlights:

  • Whistler's Peak 2 Peak Gondola 
  • Enjoy a relaxing day in the village
  • Get your adrenaline rush!

Nearby campsites: 

Overnight in Whistler, BC.

Driving Distance: 100 KM

Depart Whistler in the morning and travel north on Highway 99 towards Nairn Falls. After stopping at Nairn Falls, explore the town of Pemberton and stock up on groceries before travelling further north to the spectacular Birkenhead Lake Provincial Park.

At Birkenhead, you will find a spectacular lake, and an old-growth forest with black bears, grizzlies and mountain goats. There is no store at the lake, so be sure to bring enough (food) supplies for the day.  

Highlights:

  • Nairn Falls
  • Pemberton Farm Tour
  • Hike at Birkenhead Lake 

Nearby Campsites:

Overnight in Birkenhead, BC.

Driving Distance: 225 KM

Depart your campsite in the morning and continue your trip on the Duffy Lake Road towards Lillooet. Option to stop for a hike at Joffre Lakes, or take in the views at the roadside stops at Duffy Lake and Seton Lake. 

Continue to Lillooet, which was once the heart of the Fraser Canyon Gold Rush and the largest town west of Chicago and north of San Francisco at that time. Stop at Pavillion Lake before arriving in Cache Creek.

Highlights:

  • Hike at Duffy Joffre Lakes
  • Seton Lake Lookout
  • Historic Hat Creek Ranch

Nearby Campsites:

Overnight in Cache Creek, BC.

Driving Distance: 150 KM

Cache Creek’s Horstings Farm Market is famous for its freshly baked pies, local produce and tasty sandwiches, so it’s a great stop before leaving town! Follow the Thompson River to Kamloops with a photo opportunity stop at Kamloops Lake.

Your campsite will be located outside of Kamloops, so stop in town for groceries. Take the more scenic Highway 5A instead of the Coquihalla Highway to reach your campsite if staying at the Quilchena Resort at Douglas Lake Ranch. 

Highlights:

  • Horsting's Farm Market
  • Travel through a unique desert landscape
  • Douglas Lake Ranch

Nearby Campsites:

Overnight in Kamloops, BC.

Driving Distance: 75 KM

Visit the town of Merritt after departing your campsite in the morning. Merritt is located in the heart of the Nicola Valley and is known as the country music capital of Canada. The town is also famous for its murals depicting famous country music singers from across North America.

In the afternoon you will travel through cattle country and rolling grasslands to arrive at the sparkling turquoise waters of Kentucky Lake. Here you will feel like you are in the Caribbean without even leaving British Columbia! 

Highlights:

  • Ranches and mountain views
  • Murals in downtown Merritt
  • Spectacular lake views at Kentucky Lake

Nearby Campsites:

Overnight in Merritt, BC.

Driving Distance: 160 KM

Enjoy some time at the lake before departing your campsite later in the morning. Stop at Othello Tunnels for a short and easy hike to the old railway tunnels and bridges of the former Kettle Valley Railway.

Hope is known as the Chainsaw Carving Capital of Canada with impressive pieces of art throughout the town. Hope is also the location where Rambo: First Blood was filmed in the fall of 1981. Fans of the movie can still visit many of the film locations today!

Highlights:

  • Relax at the lake
  • Hike the former Kettle Valley Railway 
  • Wood carvings in downtown Hope

Nearby Campsites:

Overnight in Hope, BC.

Driving Distance: 150 KM

Depart from Hope in the morning for the final stretch of your trip. Return your RV to the rental station before 11:30 am.

End of your RV Trip.

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Inclusions

Typical RV Rental Inclusions:
These inclusions may vary vendor to vendor.  Please check with us at the time of booking.
  • 08 Days Campervan Rental. 
  • Suitcase Storage.
  • Transfers from hotels and certain other locations to the depot.  Please check with us if your location is included in the list of Pick-up locations.
  • Taxes & GST.

Exclusions

Typical RV Rental Exclusions:
These exclusions may vary vendor to vendor.  Please check with us at the time of booking.
  • Kilometer Packages.
  • Prep Fee.
  • Convenience Kit.
  • Cleaning fee (when vehicle is returned without being cleaned).
  • Smoking Fee - Smoking is not allowed in any of our vehicles.  The vendor will impose a cleaning fee if you have smoked inside the vehicle.
  • Pet Charges (Dogs)
  • Transportation to Rental Depot unless included pickup location is included in the Pick-up Location List.
  • Meals.
  • Travel Insurance.  recommended.  We require Tour Operator/Travel Agent to secure a signed Waiver in the event client declines your offer to sell Travel Insurance.  DMCi will require Travel Agent to provide us the signed waiver when required as a part of the Terms & Conditions of Contract.

Accommodations Featured

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Tariffs

Room Configuration Beds Occupancy
TWIN or
SINGLE or
TRIPLE
QUAD
TWIN + 1 YOUTH + 1 CHILD
TWIN + 2 CHILD

For more information on Rooming and how rates apply, please refer to Important Notes

Optional Tour

These optional tours can be booked with our package. Please contact our Canada Destination Specialist for rates.

Notes about this Tour

Operation Info

YearDates of Operation
2021All Year

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