Whistler For Powder Hounds - The Big Dog
8 days
Enjoyable for all in reasonable health.
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From unparalleled ski runs to the best in powder skiing, BC’s Whistler Resort has it all this season!
Combine guided backcountry skiing, Catskiing, half day private lessons, Fresh Tracks breakfast, and a delicious fondue dinner to create the ideal Canada vacation package in Whistler.
Fresh Tracks has been booking great Whistler ski vacations for over a decade, and have used our expert local knowledge to compile this package that gives you the best of both worlds at Canada’s premier ski resort.
Combine guided backcountry skiing, Catskiing, half day private lessons, Fresh Tracks breakfast, and a delicious fondue dinner to create the ideal Canada vacation package in Whistler.
Fresh Tracks has been booking great Whistler ski vacations for over a decade, and have used our expert local knowledge to compile this package that gives you the best of both worlds at Canada’s premier ski resort.
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Arrive Vancouver
7 nights Whistler
Depart Vancouver
Arrive Vancouver
7 nights Whistler
Depart Vancouver
ITINERARY
Day 1 – Your Canada Vacation Package Begins - Welcome to the West Coast
A friendly guide welcomes you to Vancouver as you begin your ski vacation package. After being shown to your motor-coach, begin your scenic transfer along the Sea to Sky highway to Whistler. Enjoy views of Howe Sound as you wind your way into the majestic snow covered mountains.
Arrive in Whistler and instantly see why it is constantly named among the world’s best ski resorts. Twin peaks with spectacular terrain are yours to discover over the next few days. The bustling village offers many places to rest your skis and enjoy a bite to eat.
Canada vacations in Whistler promise the best in accommodations. Choose from hotels with ski-in/ski-out access offering maximum time on the slopes or central village locations offering the best access to Whistler’s abundance of restaurants and nightlife.
Give us your details and standard of skiing and we will have your skis ready at
Summit Rental for your arrival; this is all included in your vacation package. Exchange your equipment anytime to suit the conditions of your day.
Day 2 – Get to Know Whistler on Canada Vacations
Beat the crowds this morning and be one of the first to glide down the mountain. The Fresh Tracks early bird breakfast gives you exclusive access to Whistler Mountain following a full delicious breakfast.
After leaving your first tracks on the hill, enjoy a day of exploring on your own! Whistler Blackcomb features 8100 acres of skiing terrain, more than 200 trails, and access to 3 glaciers, 37 lifts, and 12 alpine bowls. This year Whistler Blackcomb welcomes the ambitious addition of a peak to peak gondola. The widest and highest in the world, this gondola guarantees the best views and that you get to maximize your time on the slopes.
Day 3 – Private Lessons on your Canada Vacation
Whether you are new to skiing or a seasoned expert, a half day of private lessons is always a great opportunity. Learn the basics, break old habits or push your comfort level all with the help of a professional guide.
Take the rest of this afternoon to practice what you learned this morning. This evening, Whistler village entices with its many cafes and pubs, the perfect places to rest your skis and enjoy an ice-cold pint or a nice warm hot chocolate.
Day 4 – Backcountry Skiing on Canada Vacations
Leave the lifts behind as you venture to Garibaldi Park where some of the best powder skiing in Whistler happens! Whistler Alpine Guides provide thorough instruction on how to use backcountry equipment and lead you down some of the most memorable runs on your Canada vacation package. Small groups ensure individual attention and a day at your own pace.
This evening venture out into the village for a great steak dinner at Hy’s Steakhouse or wind down in one of Whistler’s many character pubs.
Day 5 - Whistler - One of the best hills in Canada!
It’s another early morning today as you venture for seconds of Whistler’s Fresh Tracks Breakfast. Beating those morning crowds once again is irresistible; experience this twice on the same vacation package is almost unheard of!
Enjoy a full day of exploring Whistler and Blackcomb mountains. While on the hills be sure to check out some of the mountain top restaurants. Chic Pea serves pizza, cinnamon buns and lots more in a funky atmosphere. If a homestyle stew is more what you’re craving then try out Horstman Hut’s mountain top patio.
Day 6 – Catskiing on Powder Mountain
Do you dream of a heli-skiing adventure but can’t justify the cost or feel like you’re not advanced enough? Then catskiing is the answer for you! On your Canada vacation package experience a true backcountry adventure, catskiing takes you far from the long lines and crowds to Powder Mountain, the best powder skiing in Whistler. Powder Mountain Snowcats run in all conditions meaning that you won’t be grounded when it’s snowing. Catskiing is for all levels from green to double black diamond. With two certified guides you’re sure to have one of the best days on Canada vacation.
Day 7 – Whistler & Fondue - Experience the best on Vacations in Canada
Enjoy a full day of mountain hopping from Whistler to Blackcomb. Today would be a great day to take advantage of the peak to peak gondola. For best viewing wait for a silver cabins featuring real glass in the windows and a fenced glass bottom for a one of a kind gondola experience.
This evening you have reservations at the Bavaria Restaurant, a true piece of European culture right in the heart of Whistler. Enjoy a fondue dinner from a traditional Swiss cheese with fresh bread and crisp vegetables to a decadent Belgian chocolate with fruits and pastries. The warm food is comforting after a day on the slopes and completely included in your vacation package.
Day 8 - Depart with Fond Memories
Much too soon, you leave the clean air and spectacular sights of Whistler behind as your Whistler Canada vacation package comes to an end. Wind down the sea to sky highway on your way to the airport for your flight home.
Day 1 – Your Canada Vacation Package Begins - Welcome to the West Coast
A friendly guide welcomes you to Vancouver as you begin your ski vacation package. After being shown to your motor-coach, begin your scenic transfer along the Sea to Sky highway to Whistler. Enjoy views of Howe Sound as you wind your way into the majestic snow covered mountains.
Arrive in Whistler and instantly see why it is constantly named among the world’s best ski resorts. Twin peaks with spectacular terrain are yours to discover over the next few days. The bustling village offers many places to rest your skis and enjoy a bite to eat.
Canada vacations in Whistler promise the best in accommodations. Choose from hotels with ski-in/ski-out access offering maximum time on the slopes or central village locations offering the best access to Whistler’s abundance of restaurants and nightlife.
Give us your details and standard of skiing and we will have your skis ready at
Summit Rental for your arrival; this is all included in your vacation package. Exchange your equipment anytime to suit the conditions of your day.
Day 2 – Get to Know Whistler on Canada Vacations
Beat the crowds this morning and be one of the first to glide down the mountain. The Fresh Tracks early bird breakfast gives you exclusive access to Whistler Mountain following a full delicious breakfast.
After leaving your first tracks on the hill, enjoy a day of exploring on your own! Whistler Blackcomb features 8100 acres of skiing terrain, more than 200 trails, and access to 3 glaciers, 37 lifts, and 12 alpine bowls. This year Whistler Blackcomb welcomes the ambitious addition of a peak to peak gondola. The widest and highest in the world, this gondola guarantees the best views and that you get to maximize your time on the slopes.
Day 3 – Private Lessons on your Canada Vacation
Whether you are new to skiing or a seasoned expert, a half day of private lessons is always a great opportunity. Learn the basics, break old habits or push your comfort level all with the help of a professional guide.
Take the rest of this afternoon to practice what you learned this morning. This evening, Whistler village entices with its many cafes and pubs, the perfect places to rest your skis and enjoy an ice-cold pint or a nice warm hot chocolate.
Day 4 – Backcountry Skiing on Canada Vacations
Leave the lifts behind as you venture to Garibaldi Park where some of the best powder skiing in Whistler happens! Whistler Alpine Guides provide thorough instruction on how to use backcountry equipment and lead you down some of the most memorable runs on your Canada vacation package. Small groups ensure individual attention and a day at your own pace.
This evening venture out into the village for a great steak dinner at Hy’s Steakhouse or wind down in one of Whistler’s many character pubs.
Day 5 - Whistler - One of the best hills in Canada!
It’s another early morning today as you venture for seconds of Whistler’s Fresh Tracks Breakfast. Beating those morning crowds once again is irresistible; experience this twice on the same vacation package is almost unheard of!
Enjoy a full day of exploring Whistler and Blackcomb mountains. While on the hills be sure to check out some of the mountain top restaurants. Chic Pea serves pizza, cinnamon buns and lots more in a funky atmosphere. If a homestyle stew is more what you’re craving then try out Horstman Hut’s mountain top patio.
Day 6 – Catskiing on Powder Mountain
Do you dream of a heli-skiing adventure but can’t justify the cost or feel like you’re not advanced enough? Then catskiing is the answer for you! On your Canada vacation package experience a true backcountry adventure, catskiing takes you far from the long lines and crowds to Powder Mountain, the best powder skiing in Whistler. Powder Mountain Snowcats run in all conditions meaning that you won’t be grounded when it’s snowing. Catskiing is for all levels from green to double black diamond. With two certified guides you’re sure to have one of the best days on Canada vacation.
Day 7 – Whistler & Fondue - Experience the best on Vacations in Canada
Enjoy a full day of mountain hopping from Whistler to Blackcomb. Today would be a great day to take advantage of the peak to peak gondola. For best viewing wait for a silver cabins featuring real glass in the windows and a fenced glass bottom for a one of a kind gondola experience.
This evening you have reservations at the Bavaria Restaurant, a true piece of European culture right in the heart of Whistler. Enjoy a fondue dinner from a traditional Swiss cheese with fresh bread and crisp vegetables to a decadent Belgian chocolate with fruits and pastries. The warm food is comforting after a day on the slopes and completely included in your vacation package.
Day 8 - Depart with Fond Memories
Much too soon, you leave the clean air and spectacular sights of Whistler behind as your Whistler Canada vacation package comes to an end. Wind down the sea to sky highway on your way to the airport for your flight home.
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
- Great hotel rates to add some time exploring Vancouver, as well as day-trips and tours make great additions to this trip
- Escape the lift lines by trying a day Cat skiing
- Revive your muscles with a skiers massage or spa treatment
- Nightrider snowmobiling extends the days fun
- Snowshoeing tours are a relaxed way to explore the Alpine
- Rest those ski legs for a day and set of with a team of huskies on your own dog sled
Accommodation
Standard, Superior and Deluxe options
Standard, Superior and Deluxe options
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HIGHLIGHTS
- Day guided backcountry skiing or snowboarding
- 1 Day Cat skiing
- Half-Day private instruction
- 2 Fresh Tracks breakfasts - guaranteed first tracks
- Performance Equipment rental
- Fondue evening
- Best located hotel
- Discounted lift pass included
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2008-09 Package Start Dates
This package is available daily from November 27, 08 until April 19, 09.
Price Notes
• Prices are per person
• Standard level packages are based on the Glacier Lodge. Single and Twin packages include Studio room type - enjoy extra space and a full kitchen. Triple and Quad include an upgrade to a 1 Bedroom suite
• Superior level packages are based on the Marriott Residence Inn. Triple and Quad include an upgrade to a 1 Bedroom suite
• Deluxe level packages are based on the Westin Resort and Spa. Triple and Quad rates include an upgrade to a Deluxe 2 Bedroom suite
• We are based in Vancouver and are experts at customizing any of our Whistler Ski vacations to suit your style of trip
Includes
• 7 nights accommodation
• 1 Day backcountry skiing with Association of Canadian Mountain Guides qualified guides
• 1 Day guided Cat Skiing
• Half-day private instruction with a Whistler Blackcomb ski professional
• 4 Day Whistler Blackcomb lift pass
• 6 Days High Performance ski, boots and pole rental. Powder skis available for the backcountry and Cat skiing at no extra cost
• 10% discount off purchases at our partner ski store
• 2 Fresh Tracks breakfast at Whistler Roundhouse providing exclusive Fresh Tracks early trail access before the crowds
• Fondue evening at the Bavaria restaurant
• Buffet breakfast daily (Superior package only)
• Free local calls, incoming faxes and one DVD rental per day, newspaper and in room coffee (Standard package only)
• Services of a representative to meet you at Vancouver International Airport and within the resort
• Round-trip luxury motor coach transfer between Vancouver and your Whistler hotel
• 1 800 customer service number
• Provincial and resort tax
Not Included
• Meals
• Skiing/snowboarding lessons
• Airfare
• Goods & services Tax (GST)
This package is available daily from November 27, 08 until April 19, 09.
| Standard | USD$ | CAD$ | ||
| Double | Single | Double | Single | |
| Nov 27 - Dec 11 2008 | 1,815 | 2,401 | 2,051 | 2,713 |
| Dec 12 - Dec 14 2008 | 1,969 | 2,644 | 2,224 | 2,988 |
| Dec 15 - Dec 18 2008 | 2,207 | 3,044 | 2,494 | 3,440 |
| Dec 19 - Dec 20 2008 | 2,396 | 3,334 | 2,707 | 3,767 |
| Dec 21 - Dec 23 2008 | 2,627 | 3,755 | 2,968 | 4,244 |
| Dec 24 - Dec 28 2008 | 2,993 | 4,437 | 3,383 | 5,014 |
| Dec 29 - Dec 31 2008 | 2,769 | 3,990 | 3,129 | 4,509 |
| Jan 1 - Jan 2 2009 | 2,695 | 3,841 | 3,045 | 4,340 |
| Jan 3 - Jan 26 2009 | 2,360 | 3,298 | 2,667 | 3,727 |
| Jan 27 - Apr 7 2009 | 2,435 | 3,420 | 2,752 | 3,865 |
| Apr 8 - Apr 10 2009 | 2,260 | 3,151 | 2,554 | 3,561 |
| Apr 11 - Apr 12 2009 | 2,119 | 2,866 | 2,394 | 3,239 |
| Apr 13 - Apr 19 2009 | 2,023 | 2,677 | 2,286 | 3,025 |
| Superior | USD$ | CAD$ | ||
| Double | Single | Double | Single | |
| Nov 28 - Dec 11 2008 | 1,945 | 2,676 | 2,198 | 3,024 |
| Dec 12 - Dec 13 2008 | 2,199 | 3,098 | 2,485 | 3,501 |
| Dec 14 - Dec 15 2008 | 2,379 | 3,459 | 2,688 | 3,908 |
| Dec 16 - Dec 17 2008 | 2,559 | 3,819 | 2,892 | 4,315 |
| Dec 18 - Dec 19 2008 | 2,739 | 4,179 | 3,095 | 4,722 |
| Dec 20 - Dec 30 2008 | 3,003 | 4,533 | 3,394 | 5,123 |
| Dec 31 - Jan 3 2009 | 3,053 | 4,535 | 3,449 | 5,124 |
| Jan 4 - Apr 8 2009 | 2,472 | 3,566 | 2,793 | 4,029 |
| Apr 9 - Apr 12 2009 | 2,311 | 3,324 | 2,612 | 3,756 |
| Apr 13 - Apr 19 2009 | 2,149 | 2,999 | 2,428 | 3,389 |
| Deluxe | USD$ | CAD$ | ||
| Double | Single | Double | Single | |
| Nov 28 - Dec 11 2008 | 2,029 | 2,847 | 2,293 | 3,217 |
| Dec 12 - Dec 13 2008 | 2,077 | 2,926 | 2,347 | 3,307 |
| Dec 14 - Dec 14 2008 | 2,297 | 3,368 | 2,596 | 3,806 |
| Dec 15 - Dec 15 2008 | 2,517 | 3,808 | 2,844 | 4,303 |
| Dec 16 - Dec 17 2008 | 2,959 | 4,690 | 3,343 | 5,300 |
| Dec 18 - Dec 19 2008 | 3,599 | 5,900 | 4,067 | 6,667 |
| Dec 20 - Dec 30 2008 | 3,760 | 6,133 | 4,248 | 6,931 |
| Dec 31 - Jan 1 2009 | 3,440 | 5,493 | 3,887 | 6,207 |
| Jan 2 - Jan 3 2009 | 2,946 | 4,582 | 3,329 | 5,178 |
| Jan 4 - Feb 9 2009 | 2,770 | 4,238 | 3,130 | 4,789 |
| Feb 10 - Mar 6 2009 | 3,122 | 4,867 | 3,528 | 5,500 |
| Mar 7 - Mar 22 2009 | 2,773 | 4,244 | 3,133 | 4,796 |
| Mar 23 - Mar 27 2009 | 2,731 | 4,159 | 3,086 | 4,700 |
| Mar 28 - Apr 8 2009 | 2,445 | 3,665 | 2,763 | 4,141 |
| Apr 9 - Apr 19 2009 | 2,213 | 3,200 | 2,501 | 3,616 |
• Prices are per person
• Standard level packages are based on the Glacier Lodge. Single and Twin packages include Studio room type - enjoy extra space and a full kitchen. Triple and Quad include an upgrade to a 1 Bedroom suite
• Superior level packages are based on the Marriott Residence Inn. Triple and Quad include an upgrade to a 1 Bedroom suite
• Deluxe level packages are based on the Westin Resort and Spa. Triple and Quad rates include an upgrade to a Deluxe 2 Bedroom suite
• We are based in Vancouver and are experts at customizing any of our Whistler Ski vacations to suit your style of trip
Includes
• 7 nights accommodation
• 1 Day backcountry skiing with Association of Canadian Mountain Guides qualified guides
• 1 Day guided Cat Skiing
• Half-day private instruction with a Whistler Blackcomb ski professional
• 4 Day Whistler Blackcomb lift pass
• 6 Days High Performance ski, boots and pole rental. Powder skis available for the backcountry and Cat skiing at no extra cost
• 10% discount off purchases at our partner ski store
• 2 Fresh Tracks breakfast at Whistler Roundhouse providing exclusive Fresh Tracks early trail access before the crowds
• Fondue evening at the Bavaria restaurant
• Buffet breakfast daily (Superior package only)
• Free local calls, incoming faxes and one DVD rental per day, newspaper and in room coffee (Standard package only)
• Services of a representative to meet you at Vancouver International Airport and within the resort
• Round-trip luxury motor coach transfer between Vancouver and your Whistler hotel
• 1 800 customer service number
• Provincial and resort tax
Not Included
• Meals
• Skiing/snowboarding lessons
• Airfare
• Goods & services Tax (GST)
