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VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA

Vancouver: A Signature City

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6 Days | 5 Nights
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EasyFor people looking to exercise their minds more than their bodies. There’s minimal walking and not too many stairs.
ModerateThese programs get you on your feet and include activities such as walking up to a mile in a day through a city and standing in a museum for a few hours.
ActiveFor people who enjoy walking as much as two miles a day, perhaps to explore historic neighborhoods or a nature trail.
Moderately ChallengingFor hardy explorers who enjoy a good physical challenge, spending most of their days on the go.
ChallengingGet ready to keep up with our highest-energy group. These demanding — and rewarding — programs are for seasoned outdoor enthusiasts.
If you’re looking for a more flexible schedule with ample independent time and several meals on your own, then our FLEX learning adventures are made for you.
Host of the 2010 Winter Olympics and renowned as one of the world’s best places to live, discover for yourself what makes Vancouver the Crown Jewel of Canada’s Pacific Coast. Get an insider’s look at the distinct historical, architectural and ethnic communities that give the city its unrivalled cosmopolitan nature. Explore cultural gardens, the local waterfront, and experience the temperate west coast forest while learning more about the inter-connections it contains.


Highlights

• On an expert-led exploration, delve into the cultural fabric of Vancouver, including First Nations history at the Museum of Anthropology and its historic Chinatown.
• See and learn firsthand about the parks, greenways, gardens and architecture in distinct communities such as Gastown, Granville Island, Stanley Park, downtown, and the sandy shore.
• Experience the temperate rainforests with a naturalist as you stand amongst the tallest groves of Douglas firs and red cedars.

Activity Notes

Walking up to 1-2 miles a day on level ground. Public transportation is used to traverse this coastal city.


Coordinated by Routes to Learning Canada.


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5 nights of accommodations
12 meals: 5 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 4 dinners
2 Expert-led lectures
10 Field trips

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4.6
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