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Find Adventures Around Every Corner in Either Whistler or Victoria Canada or Sonoma, California for Four Days & Three Nights for Two, Including a Destination Tour, a Safari Adventure Tour in Sonoma, a Small Group Wine and Food Tour to the Cowichan Valley Near Victoria, or a $150 Fairmont Gift Card in Whistler (Land Only)
Create extraordinary moments in one of three exceptional destinations, from the alpine village of Whistler to the most English North American city of Victoria, British Columbia, from the idyllic Northern California retreat to Sonoma. Rising up from the golden prairies of Alberta and lining the rugged coast of British Columbia, the mighty Western Canadian Mountains present travelers with almost 800 magnificent miles of stunning natural beauty to explore and enjoy, while Victoria blends old-world charm with new-world panache amidst the breathtaking natural beauty of the Pacific Northwest. A veritable paradise for gourmands and wine connoisseurs, Sonoma is ideal for those who love dramatic coastal landscapes and ancient redwood forests.
Celebrate the beauty of the surroundings and connect with your wild side in Whistler! Give your Whistler vacation the golden touch with a four-hour progressive dinner tour of the area's most established restaurants. Taste fine local cuisine from award-winning chefs and visit cavernous wine cellars where you will learn to saber a champagne bottle! With a savvy guide, you'll get an interactive culinary education as you sample regional fare over four delicious courses. Discover the perfect balance of relaxation and adventure, and create memories to last a lifetime when you plan a unique mountain getaway at Whistler's landmark ski-in ski-out hotel and golf resort, Fairmont Chateau Whistler. From hiking and ziplining to canoeing and fishing, Fairmont offers incredible experiences to thrill adventure-lovers all season long. And for those who seek a more leisurely pace, opportunities abound to experience breathtaking moments amidst glacier-fed spas, panoramic vantage points, and charming mountain towns. Naturally spectacular, Fairmont Chateau Whistler resort combines classic elegance with a modern alpine setting, making this award-winning Whistler hotel a showcase of exceptional dining and full resort amenities including a par 72, 18-hole Audubon-certified championship golf course.
In addition to Canada's mildest year-round climate, the fascinating city of Victoria boasts creative culinary experiences, exciting attractions, and invigorating outdoor activities! Explore the beautiful historic center of Victoria, then trade downtown streets for the flower-lined paths of Butchart Gardens. Located just outside of Victoria, Cowichan Valley is Vancouver Island's thriving wine region, renowned for its artisanal food and drinks. The year-round warm temperatures and gorgeous scenery pair perfectly with food and wine! Your half-day tour takes you to several family-owned wineries and through scenic landscapes along the way. While wine is the focus, the day also features a farm-to-table lunch of your choice paired with a flight of local, organic hard ciders. The Fairmont Empress, recipient of the Forbes Four-Star, Four Diamond rating, celebrates its proud history while moving the hotel into a new era of modern luxury, transforming this iconic property into an elegant must-visit destination for the world's discerning travelers. Winston, the hotel's canine ambassador, who is available for walks and snuggles, offers guests a warm welcome and authentically local experience. Located on Vancouver Island, Canada's Castle on the Coast is the ideal starting point to explore British Columbia's stunning natural beauty!
Whether you are first-time visitors or veteran wine tasters, you'll enjoy an enlightening wine tour experience in the gorgeous region of Sonoma! Your private tour and tasting at Palmaz Vineyards includes a complete visit of the subterranean winery cave system (18 stories into the rocky flank of Mount George) and their proprietary take on gravity-flow wine making. It's a remarkable feat of engineering, harmoniously fusing tradition and technology to produce world-class vintages. Discover vineyards that span gentle hills and mountaintop mesas at three distinct elevations on the Palmaz property, each taking advantage of Napa Valley's magnificent terroirs to produce distinct wines. Following the tour, enjoy a flight of their wines, each paired with a complementary estate-prepared hors d'oeuvre. When visiting Sonoma, take a break from wine tasting to walk on the wild side at Safari West! Home to more than 700 exotic animals, the open-air wildlife preserve offers the experience of an African safari without leaving California. Get an up-close encounter with species like cheetahs, giraffes, wildebeests and flamingos on a three-hour Jeep and walking tour, while a friendly ranger offers insight into the amazing animal kingdom and the park's conservation programs. The iconic AAA Four-Diamond Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn & Spa provides an impeccable setting to relish the enviable Sonoma lifestyle. Like the Native Americans who revered the site as a sacred healing ground, you'll live in harmony with nature through vast open spaces, beautifully landscaped grounds, majestic redwood trees and inspiring sunsets.
Your trip for two includes:
4 days/3 nights accommodations at your choice of the Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn & Spa in a king- or queen-bedded room, the Fairmont Empress in Victoria, or the Fairmont Chateau Whistler
Daily complimentary breakfast
All room-related taxes
A Safari West Sonoma Adventure Tour and a Private tour of Palmaz Vineyards with food and wine tasting (if chosen)
A small group wine & food tour to the Cowichan Valley, and transport with admission to Butchart Gardens (if chosen)
A Fine Dining Dinner Tour with wine pairings and a $150 Fairmont gift card in Whistler (if chosen)
Complimentary amenities at the Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn & Spa: wine tastings in the hotel lobby, bottle of wine in room upon arrival, glass of champagne upon arrival, coffee & tea in the lobby, on-site shuttle service to Sonoma Plaza, Sonoma Golf Club, lawn games and bocce ball court, board games and lobby library, docent-led daily hikes, daily fitness classes, rotating art gallery, access to hotel bicycles, self parking
Complimentary amenities at the Fairmont Chateau Whistler: Whistler Village shuttle, Beach Bus shuttle service with hourly drop-off/pick-ups at Lost Lake, Alta Lake and Alpha Lake
Free concierge reservation service
TERMS AND CONDITIONS: Travel package is non-refundable and subject to availability. Certificates/gift cards cannot be replaced. Passport required for travel outside the U.S. Tour runs on specific days of the week and at specific times. If tour is not available, it may be substituted with equal or similar experience. A minimum 45 day advance reservation is required. Travel is valid for 18 months from date of issue. Complimentary amenities are subject to availability. Whistler blackout dates: Jan 1-4, Dec 21-31. Some restrictions may apply during special events.