Welcome to your unforgettable adventure with A-Z Travels, a leading educational travel company. As your trusted educational travel agency, we’re here to make learning come alive.
Highlights and Inclusions:
Day 1: Gastown to China Town: Arrival, Walking Tour, World of Science, and Welcome Dinner
Morning :
Group will arrive late morning and meet your A-Z Travels tour guide and begin your walking tour of the charming Gastown district of Vancouver. Your first stop is the Steam Clock that operates by using steam to power a small engine and chimes every quarter hour and at midday, offering a charming display worth capturing on video. Continue to Gaoler’s Mews, Vancouver’s first jail. Delight in chills as your hear stories of the hauntings and otherworldly activities that occur at the Mews. Continue on to Maple Tree Square, a historic gem in Vancouver, famous for being one of the city’s most photographed spots. After taking some pictures of your own, pass under Millennium Gate designed as commemoration to the new millennium, connecting Gastown to China Town.
Afternoon:
Enjoy a welcome lunch in Gastown. After, have some free time exploring Gastown, where you can wander its charming streets and pop into a few unique shops for some souvenir hunting.
Afterwards, make your way to the TELUS World of Science. Explore the various enlightening galleries. Continue on to the OMNIMAX Theatre for an immersive film on the largest OMNIMAX dome screen in the world!
Evening:
Delight in a cultural exploration and welcome dinner at one of the largest China Towns in North America. Enjoy time to explore the area and treat yourself to some souvenirs at this memorable spot. Make your way back to the hotel, check-in, and settle in for a much-needed rest.
Day 2: From Flames to Heights and Haunts: A Vancouver Adventure!
Morning:
Breakfast will be at the hotel before departing for a visit to the Olympic Cauldron, a highlight of the 2010 Winter Games and remains a significant landmark. Standing 32.8 feet tall against a stunning mountain and harbor backdrop and showcases an exhibit featuring Olympic medals and torches, interpretive panels and a medal podium, offering Olympic-sized photo opportunities.
Afternoon:
After lunch, arrive at Vancouver Lookout, perched atop Harbour Centre. Reach the 360º observation deck in just 40 seconds via a glass elevator. On the deck, explore Vancouver’s vibrant cityscape and learn about its history and infrastructure through informative panels. Enjoy a complimentary self-guided audio tour and stay connected with free WiFi. The Lookout offers a unique vantage point to take in the dynamic views of downtown Vancouver and its surrounding neighborhoods.
Evening:
The group will enjoy a leisurely walk touring Vancouver’s Gastown. After dinner, get ready for a spook-tacular experience on one of Vancouver’s ghost tours unveiling some of the district’s most haunted locations. Explore alleyways and hidden passageways; go past Vancouver landmarks and architectural highlights. Learn about some of Vancouver’s most famous ghosts. Upon its conclusion, return to your hotel for a much-deserved rest.
Day 3: Thrills, Heights, and Stars: Exploring Vancouver’s Wonders!
Morning:
Enjoy a last breakfast at the hotel before checkout, then depart for the impressive Capilano Suspension Bridge. Thrill-seekers will cross the 137-metre (450-foot) bridge suspended high above the beautiful Capilano River. The newest eco-friendly attraction, Cliffwalk, offers sweeping views—and one heck of an adrenaline rush—from the suspended stairs, bridges, walkways and glass-bottomed decks. After taking some breath-taking photos, you’ll put your feet back on the ground and depart for the H.R. MacMillan Space Centre.
Afternoon:
Take part in a local lunch with your group before you tour all the Space Centre has to offer. Here, future astronauts and budding scientists can explore the mysteries of the cosmos at this long-standing attraction.
The group will depart for Lonsdale Quay Market, a unique location that boasts 80 fresh food vendors, unique retail shops, artisans and restaurants. Enjoy some fantastic final shopping and a parting meal on your own before you begin your safe journey home.
Thank you for considering A-Z Travels, your go-to school travel company. We hope this experience will inspire lasting memories and learning.
