Okanagan Wine Self Driving Loop
7 days
Enjoyable for all
Comfortable transport & accommodations. Any physical activities are optional. Temperate environment. Mostly guided. E.g. a train-bus tour
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Discover the wineries of the Okanagan Valley with this unique driving loop vacation package in British Columbia, Canada.
Surrounded by the lush forest, continuous mountains and intricate waterways, the Okanagan Valley is a desert oasis able to produce wine of impeccable standard.
As you drive through the beautiful scenery, enjoy wineries in each of Kelowna and Osoyoos, a ride on a historic steam train, a hike in the Okanagan hills and relaxation in natural hot springs.
Canada vacation packages to the Okanagan promise signature wines and food, stunning views and unbeatable fun.
Surrounded by the lush forest, continuous mountains and intricate waterways, the Okanagan Valley is a desert oasis able to produce wine of impeccable standard.
As you drive through the beautiful scenery, enjoy wineries in each of Kelowna and Osoyoos, a ride on a historic steam train, a hike in the Okanagan hills and relaxation in natural hot springs.
Canada vacation packages to the Okanagan promise signature wines and food, stunning views and unbeatable fun.
Outline
Arrive Vancouver
1 night Vancouver
2 nights Kelowna
2 nights Osoyoos
1 night Harrison Hot Springs
Depart Vancouver
Arrive Vancouver
1 night Vancouver
2 nights Kelowna
2 nights Osoyoos
1 night Harrison Hot Springs
Depart Vancouver
ITINERARY
Day 1 – Your Canada Vacation Package Begins - Vancouver
Today arrive into Vancouver and pick up your mid-sized car from the airport. Vancouver earns its reputation as one of the world’s most beautiful cities with the snowy Coastal Mountains creating a remarkable backdrop, the vast Pacific Ocean surrounding and the many parks and trails meandering throughout. Spend the night in a downtown hotel in preparation for your Canada vacation to wine country.
Day 2 – Canada Vacations in Sunny Kelowna (395 km/245 miles)
Depart Vancouver on the Trans Canada highway through the farmland of the Lower Mainland. Mountain ranges dominate interior British Columbia and you will find yourself soon in the midst of a classic Canadian wilderness scene. The Okanagan Valley is the lucky recipient of nearly endless sunshine in the summer months making it an ideal location for growing sweet, plump fruit. Stop at a roadside stand for a package of peaches, cherries or even honey; a delicious taste of Canada.
The terrain is also ideal for growing grapes of all varieties, and vineyards big and small are numerous throughout the area. Perhaps end your afternoon with a dip in Okanagan Lake.
Day 3 – Hiking and Wine Do Mix on Vacations in Canada
Today a guide will take you out for a hiking and winery tour. This unique trip features the natural beauty and interesting vineyards of the area. Hike in the morning along grassland trails and blooming wildflowers. Enjoy lunch at a winery restaurant overlooking the stunning Okanagan Valley. Following lunch, it’s time to be introduced to Kelowna’s renowned wineries.
Taste a variety of red, white and ice wines; only on this Canada self-drive vacation package are you able to discover the Okanagan wineries that are competitive on the world stage.
Day 4 – Vacations Through Wine Country – Kelowna to Osoyoos & the Kettle Valley Steam Train (128 km / 80 miles)
Today enjoy meandering down highway 97 south to Osoyoos. Follow the Okanagan Lake, dotted with wineries and vineyards of all shapes and character.
A highlight of your Canada vacation package is a stop in Summerland to take an afternoon 1.5 hour trip on the Kettle Valley Steam Railway. The Kettle Valley Railway was originally built between 1910, and today, ten miles of the historic railway are preserved. A restored 1912 locomotive will take you on a journey to beautiful vistas of lush orchards, vineyards and Okanagan Lake. Continue by car on to Osoyoos and spend the night an Osoyoos resort.
Day 5 – Osoyoos Wineries
A guide will take you today to explore and taste the wine of Canada’s desert city. Located in the great Sonora desert, which extends all the way from Mexico, Osoyoos features warm, dry days, as well as a landscape full of lakes and waterways. The region’s admirable climate produces crisp, ideal grapes of many varieties.
Following your winery tour, you may wish to enjoy the First Nations’ culture of Canada with a visit to the Osoyoos Museum and the Nk'Mip Desert Cultural Centre. Overnight in Osoyoos.
Day 6 – Experience Harrison Hot Springs on Vacations in Canada (297 km / 185 miles)
Drive to Harrison Hot Springs today along the southern portion of beautiful British Columbia. Located amidst the lush wilderness is Harrison Hot Springs, a jewel in the middle of the mountain scenery. Spend this evening of your Canada vacation package relaxing in the earth’s natural hot springs and an indoor mineral pool. Overnight at the Harrison Hot Springs Resort and Spa.
Day 7 – Harrison to Vancouver / Departure (131 km / 81 miles)
The return trip to Vancouver is only two hours from Harrison Hot Springs. Upon arrival in the city, your Okanagan Wine Self Driving Vacation Package concludes. Bid farewell to the colorful sights and signature wines of Canada!
Day 1 – Your Canada Vacation Package Begins - Vancouver
Today arrive into Vancouver and pick up your mid-sized car from the airport. Vancouver earns its reputation as one of the world’s most beautiful cities with the snowy Coastal Mountains creating a remarkable backdrop, the vast Pacific Ocean surrounding and the many parks and trails meandering throughout. Spend the night in a downtown hotel in preparation for your Canada vacation to wine country.
Day 2 – Canada Vacations in Sunny Kelowna (395 km/245 miles)
Depart Vancouver on the Trans Canada highway through the farmland of the Lower Mainland. Mountain ranges dominate interior British Columbia and you will find yourself soon in the midst of a classic Canadian wilderness scene. The Okanagan Valley is the lucky recipient of nearly endless sunshine in the summer months making it an ideal location for growing sweet, plump fruit. Stop at a roadside stand for a package of peaches, cherries or even honey; a delicious taste of Canada.
The terrain is also ideal for growing grapes of all varieties, and vineyards big and small are numerous throughout the area. Perhaps end your afternoon with a dip in Okanagan Lake.
Day 3 – Hiking and Wine Do Mix on Vacations in Canada
Today a guide will take you out for a hiking and winery tour. This unique trip features the natural beauty and interesting vineyards of the area. Hike in the morning along grassland trails and blooming wildflowers. Enjoy lunch at a winery restaurant overlooking the stunning Okanagan Valley. Following lunch, it’s time to be introduced to Kelowna’s renowned wineries.
Taste a variety of red, white and ice wines; only on this Canada self-drive vacation package are you able to discover the Okanagan wineries that are competitive on the world stage.
Day 4 – Vacations Through Wine Country – Kelowna to Osoyoos & the Kettle Valley Steam Train (128 km / 80 miles)
Today enjoy meandering down highway 97 south to Osoyoos. Follow the Okanagan Lake, dotted with wineries and vineyards of all shapes and character.
A highlight of your Canada vacation package is a stop in Summerland to take an afternoon 1.5 hour trip on the Kettle Valley Steam Railway. The Kettle Valley Railway was originally built between 1910, and today, ten miles of the historic railway are preserved. A restored 1912 locomotive will take you on a journey to beautiful vistas of lush orchards, vineyards and Okanagan Lake. Continue by car on to Osoyoos and spend the night an Osoyoos resort.
Day 5 – Osoyoos Wineries
A guide will take you today to explore and taste the wine of Canada’s desert city. Located in the great Sonora desert, which extends all the way from Mexico, Osoyoos features warm, dry days, as well as a landscape full of lakes and waterways. The region’s admirable climate produces crisp, ideal grapes of many varieties.
Following your winery tour, you may wish to enjoy the First Nations’ culture of Canada with a visit to the Osoyoos Museum and the Nk'Mip Desert Cultural Centre. Overnight in Osoyoos.
Day 6 – Experience Harrison Hot Springs on Vacations in Canada (297 km / 185 miles)
Drive to Harrison Hot Springs today along the southern portion of beautiful British Columbia. Located amidst the lush wilderness is Harrison Hot Springs, a jewel in the middle of the mountain scenery. Spend this evening of your Canada vacation package relaxing in the earth’s natural hot springs and an indoor mineral pool. Overnight at the Harrison Hot Springs Resort and Spa.
Day 7 – Harrison to Vancouver / Departure (131 km / 81 miles)
The return trip to Vancouver is only two hours from Harrison Hot Springs. Upon arrival in the city, your Okanagan Wine Self Driving Vacation Package concludes. Bid farewell to the colorful sights and signature wines of Canada!
Options & Upgrades
This trip can be customized for your perfect vacation - call us for friendly local advice
This trip can be customized for your perfect vacation - call us for friendly local advice
- Extra nights in Vancouver, Kelowna, Osoyoos or Harrison Hot Springs
- Extension to include Canadian Rockies or Vancouver Island
Accommodation
Standard & Superior
Standard & Superior
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HIGHLIGHTS
- Drive through the Okanagan Valley, full of lakes, vineyards, orchards and wineries
- Experience wine tastings at top quality Okanagan wineries in Kelowna and Osoyoos
- Ride the Kettle Valley Steam Train from Summerland
- Soak in thermal hot spring pools at Harrison Hot Springs
Testimonials
With our own experience with Katherine, I would just like to emphasise that even had we been related, She could not have been more helpful, quick to point out the best way of gong about setting up a proposed trip, offering to assist with situations that were quite outside of (I am sure) her specific duties as a representative of your company. The way in which she has chosen to tackle her job has relieved 99% of worries and tensions in travelling to Canada for the first time, that both my wife and myself expected to experience.
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2009 Package Start Dates
May & June: Can begin on any Wednesday, Thursday or Friday
July & August: Can begin on any Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday or Friday
September: Can begin on any Wednesday, Thursday or Friday
Includes
• 6 nights accommodation in Standard or Superior hotels as selected
• One week intermediate car rental
• 200 km’s per day, extra km’s charged at $0.20 per km
• Loss Damage Waiver (LDW)
• Airport surcharges and fees where applicable
• Vehicle licensing fee
• Kelowna Hiking and Winery Tour
• Kettle Valley Steam Train trip
• Osoyoos Guided Wine Tour
• Documentation package including a wine map and driving instructions
Not Included
• Fuel and refueling fees
• Additional drivers fees
• Personal Accident Insurance (PAI)
• Personal Effects Coverage (PEC)
• Parking fees
• Meals and attractions unless otherwise specified
• Park entrance fees
• Trip Cancellation Insurance
• 5% GST
May & June: Can begin on any Wednesday, Thursday or Friday
July & August: Can begin on any Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday or Friday
September: Can begin on any Wednesday, Thursday or Friday
| Standard | USD $ | CAD $ | ||
| Double | Single | Double | Single | |
| May 13 2009 - Oct 9 2009 | 1,150 | 1,990 | 1,150 | 1,990 |
| Superior | USD $ | CAD $ | ||
| Double | Single | Double | Single | |
| May 13 2009 - Oct 9 2009 | 1,296 | 2,279 | 1,296 | 2,279 |
Price Notes
Includes
• 6 nights accommodation in Standard or Superior hotels as selected
• One week intermediate car rental
• 200 km’s per day, extra km’s charged at $0.20 per km
• Loss Damage Waiver (LDW)
• Airport surcharges and fees where applicable
• Vehicle licensing fee
• Kelowna Hiking and Winery Tour
• Kettle Valley Steam Train trip
• Osoyoos Guided Wine Tour
• Documentation package including a wine map and driving instructions
Not Included
• Fuel and refueling fees
• Additional drivers fees
• Personal Accident Insurance (PAI)
• Personal Effects Coverage (PEC)
• Parking fees
• Meals and attractions unless otherwise specified
• Park entrance fees
• Trip Cancellation Insurance
• 5% GST
