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Whistler and Sea to Sky Gondola, a Fire and Ice Discovery Tour

5.0 (331 reviews) 10–11 hours Free cancellation
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Whistler and Sea to Sky Gondola, a Fire and Ice Discovery Tour

About this activity

Travel the spectacular Sea-to-Sky Highway with priority access to the Sea-to-Sky Gondola, where breathtaking views of Howe Sound, coastal rainforest, and surrounding peaks await. Continue to Whistler for free time to explore at your own pace or join the optional walking tour before returning to Vancouver after an unforgettable day of mountain scenery.

  • Dedicated local step-on guide
  • Optional guided walking tour through Whistler Village
  • Priority access to the Sea to Sky Gondola
  • One-of-a-kind photo opportunity with a 2010 Winter Olympic Torch in front of the Olympic Rings in Whistler Village
  • Complimentary bottled water and umbrellas provided
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At a glance

Duration
10–11 hours
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Up to 50 people
People per booking
1–30
Guide
English
Operated by
STAR Sightseeing

Ages: Infants (0–2 years) · Children (3–12 years) · Adults (13–64 years) · Seniors (65–100 years)

What is included

Included

  • Included: Admission fees: Sea-to-Sky Gondola (skip-the-line tickets)
  • Included: On-board restrooms: 2025 Prevost H3-45 Passenger Coach or 2025 TEMSA TS30
  • Included: Private transportation: For days with 8 passengers or less, we send a Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Van with a driver-guide for a more personalized experience.
  • Included: Step-on Guide
  • Included: Bottled water: At least x2 water bottles per guest available per trip
  • Included: Booster seat available upon request
  • Included: Wheelchair available upon request
  • Included: In-vehicle air conditioning: 2025 Prevost H3-45 Passenger Coach or 2025 TEMSA TS30

Not included

  • Not included: Brunch: Breakfast options at Sea-to-Sky Gondola
  • Not included: Plenty of lunch options during break in Whistler
  • Not included: Multiple languages (check-out our private tours for multilingual options)

Itinerary

  1. Vancouver

    Passing by

    Your "Fire & Ice Adventure" begins as you depart downtown Vancouver, passing the Lions Gate Bridge to North Vancouver, with a beautiful view of the Burrard Inlet. Journey north to Sea-to-Sky Highway, passing Horseshoe Bay.

  2. Sea to Sky Highway

    Passing by

    Travel the world-famous Sea-to-Sky Highway with your dedicated local step-on guide. Discover how glaciers, volcanoes, earthquakes, and the Pacific Ocean shaped one of Canada's most spectacular landscapes while enjoying breathtaking views of Howe Sound, North America's southernmost fjord. Along the way, your guide shares fascinating stories about the region's geology, Indigenous history, wildlife, and local communities.

  3. Sea To Sky Gondola

    1 h 15 min Admission included

    Enjoy priority access to the Sea to Sky Gondola and ascend to the summit of Habrich Ridge. Take in panoramic views of Howe Sound, coastal rainforest, and surrounding mountain peaks before exploring the Summit Lodge, scenic walking trails, cantilevered viewing platforms, and the spectacular Sky Pilot Suspension Bridge.

  4. Squamish

    Passing by

    Continue north through Squamish, Canada's outdoor recreation capital, before passing through Brackendale, known as the Eagle Capital of the World and home to one of the largest gatherings of bald eagles each winter.

  5. Whistler

    3 hours

    Discover Whistler, the world-famous mountain resort and pedestrian village that hosted the 2010 Winter Olympic Games.

    Choose how you'd like to experience the village. Join our included optional guided walking tour to uncover Whistler's history, Olympic legacy, public art, hidden gems, and local stories, or enjoy free time to browse boutique shops, cafés, galleries, and restaurants, or take photos with the iconic Olympic Rings.

  6. Tantalus lookout

    10 min

    Stop at one of the Sea-to-Sky Corridor's most spectacular viewpoints for incredible views of the Tantalus Mountain Range and its glaciers. It's the perfect place to capture unforgettable photos while learning about the powerful forces that shaped these rugged peaks.

  7. Shannon Falls Provincial Park

    30 min

    Visit British Columbia's third-highest waterfall as glacier-fed waters cascade 335 metres down dramatic granite cliffs. A short walk brings you close to the base of the falls, where your guide shares the area's fascinating natural and local history.

  8. Vancouver

    Passing by

    Relax as you journey back along the Sea-to-Sky Highway from a new perspective, with sweeping ocean views stretching across Howe Sound. Pass through West Vancouver and North Vancouver before crossing the iconic Lions Gate Bridge and returning to downtown Vancouver, completing a day filled with unforgettable mountain scenery and natural wonders. To thank you for joining us to Victoria, our guide will hand out beautifully designed, nature postcard souvenirs created by a local artist in Squamish.

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

  • Rosewood Hotel Georgia
  • Wedgewood Hotel & Spa
  • Sylvia Hotel
  • Hilton Vancouver Downtown
  • Victorian Hotel
  • Executive Hotel Le Soleil
  • Hotel Opportune
  • Fairmont Hotel Vancouver
  • JW Marriott Parq Vancouver
  • Century Plaza Hotel
  • Granville Island Hotel
  • Best Western Plus Sands

and 49 more pickup points

Our team will contact you the day before with a precise pickup time within the window of 7:55-8:30 AM. Please be ready outside the front door of your hotel, and call our contact number that can be found in your ticket voucher if you need any assistance with your pickup. Due to the itinerary schedule, we cannot wait for late parties.

We pick up from all hotels in the downtown Vancouver area. If you do not see your hotel listed, or if you are staying in the Greater Vancouver area (North Vancouver, Richmond, Burnaby), please contact our team so we can arrange a pickup location.

Using your ticket

Please present ticket to driver or step on guide at time of initial hotel pick-up.

If you need further assistance, kindly contact us through our contact number (604) 685-7827.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel You get back
At least one day before 100%
Less than a day before 0%
  • The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

  • Service animals allowed

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

  • Specialized infant seats are available

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

  • Folding wheelchairs can be stored in the undercarriage of the bus.

  • Coach bus kneels for easier entry and exit.

  • Water bottles provided.

Traveller ratings

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