• Lost Lagoon - On the left is the Lost Lagoon of Stanley Park, named by the indigenous Canadian poet Emily Pauline Johnson. The name is inspired by her poem of the same title.

Note: This 75-mile-long tour highlights the key attractions from Vancouver to Whistler in 3-4 hours.

Purchase once, enjoy for a year! Perfect for extended stays and return visits over the next 12 months.

• Lions Gate Bridge - We are about to cross the Burrard Inlet on the Lions Gate Bridge. Do you see the two leftmost peaks directly ahead? That’s where the bridge gets its name! Some say they resemble the twin lions of Trafalgar Square if you squint.

• Cypress Provincial Park - Ahead, there’s an option to detour to Cypress Provincial Park or hike to Saint Marks Summit for stunning mountaintop views. The detour is about ten miles one way, but it’s worth it for the spectacular sights.

• St Mark’s Summit - We’re still a few miles from St. Mark’s Summit, but the road we’re on will end in about a mile. How does one get the rest of the way there? On foot! The trail starts at the Cypress Creek Lodge and is about seven miles round trip. It’s considered an intermediate hike that takes most people around four to five hours.

• Sea to Sky Highway - We’re driving along the Sea to Sky Highway, perhaps Canada’s most famous scenic roadway. Did you know this highway is hundreds of years old? Okay, maybe all the pavement, paint, and guardrails are a bit newer, but the original path really is that old! Beneath much of this highway was an ancient footpath used by the Squamish and Stó:lō Nations. It connected the two tribes and facilitated easy trading between them.

• Crystal Falls Road & Glendale Avenue - Just ahead is Crystal Falls, a charming roadside waterfall many visitors miss! Take the next exit if you’d like to see it, or drive straight to continue the main tour.

• Anvil Island - To the Squamish, Anvil Island was once home to a great serpent known as Sínulhkay̓. Sínulhkay̓ lived on the island’s highest peak and watched the people far below. Some said he created the land all around them, but to others, he was simply a terrifying monster who menaced their villages. Sínulhkay̓ would lie in wait in the water, hypnotize villagers, then devour them.

• Watts Point Volcanic Centre - Tucked away within those mountains directly ahead is the Watts Point Volcanic Centre. Remember how these mountains are largely composed of volcanic rocks? Watts Point marks the spot where much of that volcanic material erupted from! But don’t worry about another burst of magma! It hasn’t erupted for 90,000 years and isn’t likely to do so anytime soon.

• Murrin Provincial Park - Featuring a lovely, tranquil lake and a couple of great hiking trails, this is a splendid stop if you’re looking to stretch your legs. In the park, you can embark on an easy 1.5-mile stroll around the lake or opt for the slightly more challenging Jurassic Ridge Trail. This 2-mile loop climbs almost 700 feet in elevation and offers incredible panoramic views from the top.

• Sea to Sky Gondola - Coming up is the Sea to Sky Gondola, one of the coolest stops on this route. The Gondola takes passengers nearly 1,000 meters above sea level, to a lodge with an amazing viewing platform.

• Shannon Falls Provincial Park - Shannon Falls Provincial Park is just ahead, home to an astonishing 1,000-foot waterfall! Shannon Falls is the third tallest waterfall in British Columbia. This park features a boardwalk around its base! It only takes about 20 minutes to hike to the falls.

• Stawamus Chief Trail - Expert hikers can turn right to access the Stawamus Chief Trail, which climbs 2,300 feet to the top of The Chief. That’s quite a trek! Ordinary folks can continue driving straight.

• Stawamus Chief - Continue straight. That mountain we’re passing is the Stawamus Chief, standing over 2,300 feet above the Sound. The first man to ever summit it was Ed Cooper, and it took him four weeks!

• Eagle Run Vista Point - This bridge ahead offers some great views, so slow down a bit to enjoy them! Just ahead is the famous Eagle Run Vista Point, featuring panoramic views and a great chance at spotting an eagle. Getting there requires a quick 5-10 minute detour if you’re interested.

• Edith Lake - This park is dominated by four lakes: Alice, Edith, Fawn, and Stump. The origin of most of these names has been lost to time, but Edith Lake is an exception. Its story is a bit peculiar.

• Alice Lake Provincial Park - If you’re looking to stretch your legs, this picturesque, watery park is a great place for it. The most popular attraction is the Four Lake Trail, an easy 4-mile loop that weaves past all four of the park’s lakes in under three hours.

• Tantalus Lookout - The most dominant peak of these mountains is, of course, Mount Tantalus, standing at 2,608 meters from base to summit. It gets its name from the Greek mythological figure of Tantalus. Tantalus was one of Zeus’s many sons, though his mother was mortal. Still, despite being half mortal, Tantalus was welcomed at the table of Olympus all the same.

• Cheakamus River - We’re driving alongside the Cheakamus River. In a few minutes, we’ll be able to glimpse the Cheakamus Hydroelectric Dam. It’s been around since 1957 but has recently been the source of much controversy.

• Rubble Creek Trailhead - An optional detour to Rubble Creek Trail is coming up soon. This challenging 15-mile trail climbs to the top of Black Tusk Mountain. It’s an all-day affair, so it’s not recommended to try it on a whim.

• Cheakamus Hydroelectric Dam - Turn right if you’d like to visit the Cheakamus Hydroelectric Dam or Rubble Creek Trail. Otherwise, continue straight.

• Daisy Lake - The lake we’re driving past now is Daisy Lake, named by Joseph William Mckay. Mckay was of Metis descent. Metis is a somewhat complex term, as it can either refer to people from the historic Metis community of Manitoba or it might be used as a general term to describe a person of mixed European and Indigenous heritage.

• Whistler Creek - We’re nearing Creekside Village at Whistler Creek now, though locals just call it “the Creek.” It was originally the base for Whistler Mountain skiing, home to only a single six-person gondola, a far cry from the 79 lifts that can be found in Whistler today.

• Easy-to-use app: download Action’s Tour Guide App onto your phone
• Great value: purchase per car, not per person. More affordable than bus or guided tours!
• Engaging storytelling: Uncover unique tales and thrilling history for a memorable journey!
• Perfect narrator: nothing can beat listening to a great voice. Proven with tons of rave reviews!
• Offline maps: no signal, no problem! Works perfectly without cellular or wifi.
• Comprehensive route and stops: See it all, miss nothing, leave no stone unturned!
• Go at your own pace: Start anytime, pause anywhere, enjoy breaks for snacks and photos freely!
• Hands-free: audio stories play on their own based on your location. Easy to use!

• Attraction passes, entry tickets, or reservations

Experience the breathtaking Sea to Sky Highway on an unforgettable journey between Vancouver and Whistler. This highway is as captivating as the destinations it links, so enhance your adventure with this self-guided driving tour! Along the route, enjoy stunning mountain views, sparkling scenes of Howe Sound, lush ancient forests, and much more. Additionally, discover the stories that define this region, from historic First Nations traditions to geological marvels shaped over thousands of years.

This tour is available in either direction.

After booking, check your email to download the separate Audio Tour Guide App by Action, enter your unique password, and access your tour. These steps require a reliable internet/Wi-Fi connection. Then, simply follow the audio instructions and the route.

Purchase once and enjoy for a full year! Perfect for extended stays and return visits over the next 12 months.

Please note, this is not an entrance ticket. Verify opening hours before your visit.

• How to access: Once you book a tour, you’ll get a confirmation email and text with instructions: • Download the separate tour app by Action • Enter the password • Download the tour MUST DO while in strong wifi/cellular Works offline after download
• How to start touring: Open Action’s separate audio tour guide app once onsite. • If there is just one tour, launch it. • If multiple tour versions exist, launch the one with your planned starting point and direction.
• Go to the starting point No one will meet you at the start. This tour is self-guided Enter the first story’s point and the audio will begin automatically Follow the audio cues to the next story, which will also play automatically. Enjoy hands-free exploring. If you face audio issues, contact support. Stick to the tour route & speed limit for the best experience.
• Travel worry-free: Use the tour app anytime, on any day, and over multiple days. Start and pause the tour whenever you like, taking breaks and exploring side excursions at your own pace. Skip anything you don’t care about or explore bonus content for everything that interests you
• Savings tips: Driving tours: purchase just one tour for everyone in the car
• Buy once, use for one year! Ideal for extended visits and return trips over the next 12 months.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.