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The 15 Best Sea to Sky Highway Tours

37 tours  ·  from $28 a head

Howe Sound, Shannon Falls, the gondola above Squamish and Whistler at the end of the road. These 15 differ on how many stops they make and how long you get at each, all priced and timed.

From Vancouver: Whistler & Sea to Sky Gondola with Shannon Falls - The gondola turns the view into the main event
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From Vancouver: Whistler & Sea to Sky Gondola with Shannon Falls

1.Whistler & Sea to Sky Gondola with Shannon Falls

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,640 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $173Our pick

Travel from Vancouver along the Sea to Sky Highway with a driver-guide, stop at Shannon Falls, ride the Sea to Sky Gondola above Howe Sound, and spend three hours in Whistler Village. Guides such as Alex, Jason, Andrea, and Jessica have been praised for lively commentary, but the guide is not guaranteed. Round-trip transport and the gondola ride are included.

“Great trip! Allow the whole day and enjoy the bus ride. Our guide was Andrea and she was very impressive with her knowledge. She was kind and drove us all around to the various spots in each location. Highly recommend!”

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Whistler, Sea to Sky Gondola, and Shannon Falls Day Trip - Shannon Falls: a quick stop with real scale
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Whistler, Sea to Sky Gondola, and Shannon Falls Day Trip

2.Whistler, Sea to Sky Gondola, and Shannon Falls Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,134 reviews · 10 hours · from $141

Travel from Vancouver along the Sea to Sky Highway with an English-speaking driver-guide, ride the gondola above Howe Sound, stop at Shannon Falls, and spend three hours in Whistler. Guides such as Jason, Alex, Leslie, and Mary have shared local stories and practical tips. Hotel pickup, gondola admission, and free time are included; meals are not.

“We really enjoyed our trip. Our guide shared lots of information about the area.”

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Whistler and Sea to Sky Gondola Tour + Shannon Falls - Shannon Falls: a short stop with a worthwhile viewpoint
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Whistler and Sea to Sky Gondola Tour + Shannon Falls

3.Whistler and Sea to Sky Gondola Tour + Shannon Falls

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 882 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $161

Leave Vancouver at 9:00 am by shared coach for Shannon Falls, the Sea-to-Sky Gondola near Squamish, and free time in Whistler Village. The $161.04 fare includes round-trip transport and the gondola ticket. Your driver also guides the trip; guides such as Clarkie and Betty have been praised for local stories and clear directions. Plan for a long day, and check what is open in Whistler during your dates.

“Excellent adventure, even in bad weather. Time at Falls and Gondola were perfect. A little too much time in Whistler. Our guide Clarkie was excellent! Pro tip: bring snacks and sit on the driver's side of the bus.”

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Whistler & Sea to Sky Gondola Day Trip from Vancouver - The Sea to Sky Gondola: views, trails, and a bridge
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Whistler & Sea to Sky Gondola Day Trip from Vancouver

4.Whistler & Sea to Sky Gondola Day Trip from Vancouver

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 725 reviews · 10 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $185

Leave Vancouver by hotel pickup for a full day on the Sea to Sky Highway, with a local guide, admission to the Sea to Sky Gondola, three hours to explore Whistler, and a short stop at Shannon Falls. The gondola’s suspension bridge and Howe Sound views are included; meals and Whistler’s optional mountain lifts are extra.

“Absolutely the best way to see everything from Vancouver to Whistler. Our tour guide Zac was amazing he had a wealth of knowledge from all the sites we saw on the trip to even the best restaurants in Whistler Village. I would recommend this trip to anyone because you can actually enjoy the views and the whole experience without having to drive.”

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Vancouver: Sea to Sky Gondola and Whistler Day Trip - Shannon Falls: a short walk to a big cascade
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Vancouver: Sea to Sky Gondola and Whistler Day Trip

5.Sea to Sky Gondola and Whistler Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 636 reviews · 11 hours · from $156

Travel from downtown Vancouver along the Sea to Sky Highway with an English-speaking driver-guide. Stop at Shannon Falls, ride the gondola for mountain and Howe Sound views, then spend free time in Whistler. Gondola admission and shared transport are included; meals are not.

“Brilliant day out - our driver was super informative and helpful! All of the stops were well planned - great to see and the timings considered carefully to work for the full day. We had a lovely lunch in Whistler and an ice cream following walking to the Lost Lake which was well worth the walk! Would definitely recommend to anyone wanting a day away from the city of Vancouver.”

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Squamish: Sea to Sky Gondola Admission Ticket - At the summit, start with the bridge
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Squamish: Sea to Sky Gondola Admission Ticket

6.Sea to Sky Gondola Admission Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 432 reviews · 1 day · from $55

Take a round-trip gondola ride above Shannon Falls and the Stawamus Chief to the Sea to Sky summit. Cross the Sky Pilot Suspension Bridge, walk interpretive loops, or set out on longer trails. Cabins hold up to eight and are wheelchair and stroller accessible. English is the activity language; a guide named Linda has led an informative talk, though a guided tour is not specified as standard.

“This was a breath taking experience with breathtaking views! Loved this suspension bridgewater!”

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Sea to Sky Gondola Ticket - At the summit: bridge, trails and open views
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Sea to Sky Gondola Ticket

7.Sea to Sky Gondola Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 388 reviews · 2 to 3 hours (approx.) · from $58

Take an eight-person gondola from Squamish to a mountain summit overlooking Howe Sound, the Squamish Chief and Shannon Falls. At the top, cross the Sky Pilot suspension bridge, walk trails at your own pace, or stop for food and a view. Plan about two to three hours, with meals and parking extra.

“Brilliant way to see the Squamish area from a lofty perspective. The band was also good and everyone was super friendly.”

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Vancouver Airport to-or-from Whistler or Squamish by Bus (Single trip) - Finding the bus at Vancouver airport
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Vancouver Airport to-or-from Whistler or Squamish by Bus (Single trip)

8.Vancouver Airport to-or-from Whistler or Squamish by Bus (Single trip)

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 349 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $59

Ride between Vancouver International Airport, Squamish, and Whistler on an air-conditioned coach with a restroom and Wi-Fi. The journey takes about three hours, with pickup at YVR’s Level 2 arrivals kiosk and Whistler service at Gateway Loop or Creekside. Expect a practical transfer, not a guided sightseeing tour.

“Great driver, great bus, great experience! Our flight was early and they managed to get us on an earlier bus! Thank you!”

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Vancouver City Centre to-or-from Whistler or Squamish (One-way) - Views, driver updates, and the limits of a shuttle
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Vancouver City Centre to-or-from Whistler or Squamish (One-way)

9.Vancouver City Centre to-or-from Whistler or Squamish (One-way)

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 334 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $35Best value

Ride between downtown Vancouver and Whistler or Squamish in an air-conditioned coach with a restroom and onboard Wi-Fi. The roughly two-hour trip starts outside the Hyatt Regency near Burrard Station, with Whistler drop-offs at the Gateway loop or Creekside. Drivers such as Dean and Mike have shared local sights and travel tips, though commentary and Wi-Fi are not guaranteed.

“It was a beautiful scenic drive. The driver and assistant were not thrilled that there were 8 of us and all our luggage. I don’t think they were accustomed to so many people in one group.”

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Whistler Sightseeing Tour from Vancouver: See Horseshoe Bay and Shannon Falls - Shannon Falls: a short walk to a big view
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Whistler Sightseeing Tour from Vancouver: See Horseshoe Bay and Shannon Falls

10.Whistler Sightseeing Tour from Vancouver: See Horseshoe Bay and Shannon Falls

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 279 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $187

Travel from downtown Vancouver to Whistler in a small group of up to 11, with a guide such as Charles or Christina, scenic stops at Stanley Park, Horseshoe Bay, Shannon Falls and Porteau Cove, and about four hours to explore Whistler on your own. The gondola and other activities cost extra.

“The trip up to Whistler was amazing with great scenery and some good stops along the way. King Charles was a fantastic tour guide and gave loads of information. He showed us places which we wouldn't even know about had we driven ourselves. There were just the 2 of us on the day so it was like our own private tour. Would definitely recommend this one.”

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Whistler and Sea to Sky Gondola, a Fire and Ice Discovery Tour - Making the most of three hours in Whistler
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Whistler and Sea to Sky Gondola, a Fire and Ice Discovery Tour

11.Whistler and Sea to Sky Gondola, a Fire and Ice Discovery Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 153 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $180

From a downtown Vancouver pickup, travel the Sea to Sky Highway with a guide, ride the Sea to Sky Gondola, stop at Tantalus lookout and Shannon Falls, and spend about three hours in Whistler. The coach has a restroom and power points, and gondola priority access is included. Guides have included Emily, Joel, Natalia, and Joe, though assignments vary.

“Star sightseeing did a great job on our Sea to Sky Gondola and Whistler tour. We were picked up on time by driver Sadeep and guide Joe. Guide’s microphone was malfunctioning on the bus so he smartly switched to sitting among the guests to deliver his informative narration. At the top of the gondola we enjoyed a rejuvenating hike and then some refreshments in their hilltop cafe. All went well during our journey to and from Whistler. Thank you Star Sightseeing.”

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Vancouver: Sea To Sky Highway, Gondola, & Whistler Day Trip - Shannon Falls, close enough to feel the spray
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Vancouver: Sea To Sky Highway, Gondola, & Whistler Day Trip

12.Sea To Sky Highway, Gondola, & Whistler Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 140 reviews · 10h 30m · from $181

Spend a full day on the Sea-to-Sky Highway, stopping at Shannon Falls and riding the Sea to Sky Gondola before free time in Whistler Village. An English-speaking driver-guide handles the route and shares local stories. The gondola is included; meals, hotel pickup and drop-off are not.

“I highly recommend this experience. The Discover Canada Tours team was well organized and pleasant. I selected this vendor because they offers "small group tours". Everybody was on time, which is crutial for logistics. Our comfortable shuttle could accomodate up to 24 people, we were 13, which was ideal. Our guide and driver, Rene, was so good and clearly enjoys what he does. He went above and beyond to show us all the wonders of this route, including some off-the-beaten path suprises (no spoilers!).”

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Squamish Explorer Flightseeing Tour - From Sea to Sky Air to the mountain views
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Squamish Explorer Flightseeing Tour

13.Squamish Explorer Flightseeing Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 73 reviews · 35 minutes (approx.) · from $247

From Sea to Sky Air at Squamish Airport, take a small-plane flight over the valley, alpine lakes, jagged peaks, waterfalls and glaciers, including Lake Lovely Water. The flight lasts about 35 minutes and has room for up to nine people. Pilots such as Alex, David and Dave have led flights, though your pilot may differ.

“Loved this tour! Our guide, David, made the experience fun and exciting. Knowledge of the Garibaldi Provincial Park was fantastic. The views were breathtaking. Would go again and highly recommend.”

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Squamish Via Ferrata Adventure - Bridges, catwalks and granite
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Squamish Via Ferrata Adventure

14.Squamish Via Ferrata Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 71 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $85

From the Sea to Sky Gondola’s summit, a guide fits you with a helmet, harness and safety lanyards for a 90-minute Via Ferrata route. Walk through old-growth forest, clip onto a fixed cable, then cross bridges and climb steel rungs over glacier-worn granite, with Howe Sound below. Guides include Victor, Emile, Dan, Tache and Nick, though your guide will depend on the date.

“Fantastic experience. Meet up was easy and it was really special taking the gondola up first. Much more mentally challenging than physically challenging. Faced my fears and felt safe and supported the whole time!”

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Vancouver: Whistler, Shannon Falls, Peak to Peak Gondola Day Tour - Peak 2 Peak: A Costly Extra With a View
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Vancouver: Whistler, Shannon Falls, Peak to Peak Gondola Day Tour

15.Whistler, Shannon Falls, Peak to Peak Gondola Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 68 reviews · 8 to 10 hours (approx.) · from $95

Travel from Vancouver to Shannon Falls and Whistler by vehicle, with a guide-driver and several pickup points. You get about 30 minutes at the waterfall and roughly three hours in Whistler, including time for the optional Peak 2 Peak Gondola. The ride is convenient, but gondola operations and return times can vary, so check both before you book.

“Ken is an amazing guide.. He is very knowledgeable and very engaging.. Despite the gondola being under maintenance, he made the best of the time we had in Whistler. Highly recommended experience when in Vancouver if you have limited time.”

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