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5 days in Vancouver & Whistler

📅 5 days · 4 nights💵 ≈ US$1,630 per person with flights✈️ Priced for December 2026💑 Couples🗓 Best: Dec–Feb, Jun–Sep
💵 About US$1,630 per person with flights from Toronto (US$3,260 for 2 adults)

Priced for travel in December 2026. Prices change with dates: peak holidays cost more, quieter months less. Pick your own dates with “Customise this trip” and the planner shows prices for them.

Experience the stunning natural beauty and vibrant culture of Vancouver and Whistler in a thrilling 5-day adventure. From exploring Stanley Park to riding the Peak 2 Peak gondola, this trip is packed with unforgettable sights and experiences.

DAY 1Fly to Vancouver≈ US$296 pp
06:15🚆

Travel to the airport in Toronto

Taxi, ride-share or transit · arrive 2 hours before the flight · cost depends on where you live

09:00✈️

Flight from Toronto to Vancouver

Lands at 12:00

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≈ US$353 pp
12:45🚆

Taxi to hotel

About 30 min from the airport

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US$18 pp
13:15🛏

Check-in at The Burrard (2 nights)

2 nights in Vancouver · ~US$212 per night · Arriving before check-in time: leave your bags and explore · Downtown

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US$212 pp
14:15📍

Capilano Suspension Bridge Park

Walk across the stunning suspension bridge!

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US$28 pp
15:30⭐

Rest after travelling

Free time to rest at the hotel or wander nearby

Free
19:15🍽

Dinner in Vancouver

Ask your hotel for a favourite nearby

US$39 pp
19:30📍

Lynn Canyon Park

Explore the beautiful trails and views at Lynn Canyon.

Free
DAY 2Stanley Park & Granville Island≈ US$99 pp
08:00🍽

Breakfast at The Burrard

At your hotel, or a café nearby

09:15📍

Stanley Park

Explore the park's scenic views and totem poles.

Free
12:30🍽

Lunch at Granville Island Public Market

Savor local food options in a vibrant market.

US$21 pp
14:00📍

Granville Island

Discover art galleries and unique shops.

Free
16:30📍

Vancouver Aquarium

Visit a variety of marine life at the aquarium.

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US$25 pp
18:30🍽

Dinner at Blue Water Cafe

Enjoy fresh seafood in a chic setting.

US$53 pp
20:30📍

English Bay Beach

Stroll along the beach and enjoy the sunset.

Free
DAY 3Whistler Adventure≈ US$381 pp
07:40🍽

Breakfast at The Burrard

At your hotel, or a café nearby

08:20⭐

Check-out from The Burrard

Check out

Free
09:30🚆

Bus to Whistler

About 2 hours

US$32 pp
11:45🚆

Shuttle to hotel

About 15 min

US$11 pp
12:00🛏

Check-in at Whistler Village Inn & Suites (2 nights)

2 nights in Whistler · ~US$226 per night · Arriving before check-in time: leave your bags and explore · Whistler Village

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US$226 pp
12:45📍

Whistler Blackcomb Ski Resort

Enjoy skiing or snowboarding on the slopes.

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US$56 pp
12:45🍽

Lunch near your sightseeing in Whistler

Pick a local spot along the way

US$21 pp
14:00⭐

Rest after travelling

Free time to rest at the hotel or wander nearby

Free
18:30🍽

Dinner at The Keg Steakhouse + Bar

Enjoy a classic steak dinner with a cozy atmosphere.

US$35 pp
DAY 4Sea-to-Sky Highway & Peak 2 Peak≈ US$134 pp
08:00🍽

Breakfast at Whistler Village Inn & Suites

At your hotel, or a café nearby

09:15⭐

Sea-to-Sky Highway Drive

Breathtaking views along this scenic drive.

Free
10:30📍

Shannon Falls Provincial Park

Visit the stunning Shannon Falls, a must-see stop.

Free
12:00🍽

Lunch at The Watershed Grill

Enjoy local dishes with a view of the river.

US$28 pp
14:00📍

Peak 2 Peak Gondola

Experience the world's highest and longest lift.

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US$42 pp
17:00⭐

Whistler Mountain Bike Park (seasonal)

Explore the bike park if visiting in summer.

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US$25 pp
18:30🍽

Dinner at 21 Steps Kitchen + Bar

Savor delicious meals with a mountain view.

US$39 pp
DAY 5Back home≈ US$14 pp
08:00🍽

Breakfast at Whistler Village Inn & Suites

At your hotel, or a café nearby

11:15⭐

Check-out from Whistler Village Inn & Suites

Check out

Free
11:30🚆

Shuttle to Whistler Airport

Arrive 2 hours before the flight

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US$14 pp
14:00✈️

Flight from Whistler to Toronto

Flight home

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≈ US$353 pp
🚆

Travel home from the airport

Taxi, ride-share or transit · cost depends on where you live

Prices are estimates per person, checked November 2026, for 2 travellers sharing, shown in US$. Times are a guide: check opening hours before you go. Booking links go to our travel partners; we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. Planned with the Nanajee AI trip planner and reviewed by Nanajee Travels.

Questions about this trip

How much does a 5-day trip to Vancouver and Whistler cost?

About US$1,630 per person (US$3,260 for 2 adults) for this 5-day plan travelling in December 2026, including return flights from Toronto (about US$706) and 4 nights in a mid-range hotel, sharing a room. Without flights it is about US$924 per person. These are estimates checked in November 2026; prices change with dates, and peak holidays cost more.

What is the best time to visit Vancouver and Whistler?

June to September for hiking and the Sea-to-Sky drive; December to March for skiing in Whistler.

How many days do you need in Vancouver and Whistler?

5 days (including travel days) covers the highlights: Stanley Park & Granville Island; Whistler Adventure; Sea-to-Sky Highway & Peak 2 Peak. For a slower pace or more day trips, add a day or two with “Customise this trip”.

Can I change this itinerary?

Yes. Press “Customise this trip” and the free Nanajee planner opens with this trip filled in. Change the length, dates, budget, who is coming or your home city, and you get a new day-by-day plan with costs in about a minute.

How do you get around Vancouver and Whistler?

This plan uses taxi, bus and domestic flight to get between places; local transport costs about US$74 per person for the whole trip. Each journey is shown on the day it happens, with its time and cost.

Where should you stay in Vancouver and Whistler?

This plan uses The Burrard (The Burrard, Vancouver), then Whistler Village Inn & Suites (Whistler Village Inn & Suites, Whistler) (or similar), 4 nights in total, chosen to be close to the places you visit. Hotels cost about US$438 per person for the trip, sharing a room. You can pick a different hotel or area with “Customise this trip”.

Can I do this trip with kids?

Yes, with a few changes. This plan is written for 2 adults. Press “Customise this trip”, choose “We have kids” and add their ages: the planner adjusts the pace, the stops and the costs for your family.