Whistler For Powder Hounds - The Terrier
6 days
Combine skiing Whistler and Blackcomb mountains with guided touring of Whistler’s back country. Reach that perfect powder by Cat skiing - the popular and affordable alternative to Heli-skiing.
Enjoy the unparalleled variety of terrain and runs at Whistler Blackcomb with the convenience of a whistler package designed by local skiers and snowboarders.
Enjoy the unparalleled variety of terrain and runs at Whistler Blackcomb with the convenience of a whistler package designed by local skiers and snowboarders.
Outline
Arrive Vancouver
5 nights Whistler
Depart Vancouver
Arrive Vancouver
5 nights Whistler
Depart Vancouver
ITINERARY
Day 1 Welcome to Skiing in Canada
Take in views of the Pacific and the Coast Mountain Range as your motor coach transfer negotiates the Sea to Sky highway from Vancouver to Whistler. Whistler is hosting the 2010 Winter Olympics and highway improvements ensure a fast and safe journey.
Whistler regularly tops reader polls as the most popular ski resort in North America and why is instantly apparent on arrival. Whistler Blackcomb offers twin peaks with outstanding terrain and a fast lift system.
Our Canada vacation packages to Whistler offer the best ski accommodations with cozy rooms and extensive facilities. Choose from ski-in/ski-out hotels offering the minimum distance to the lifts and slopes or hotels in Whistler village central to bars and restaurants.
By providing your details Fresh Tracks can have your ski or snowboard gear prepared for you at the rental shop. Equipment can be exchanged from day to day so you can use downhill skies for cruising on-mountain trials and then swap to powder skis for your backcountry expeditions.
Day 2 – Explore Whistler on your Canada Vacation
The Fresh Tracks early bird breakfast at Whistler Roundhouse is a filling buffet followed by early access to the slopes - before the crowds.
Whistler Blackcomb features more than 200 trails, 3 glaciers and 12 alpine bowls spread across over 8000 acres and serviced by 37 lifts. This years addition of the Peak to Peak gondola is the highest and widest in the world, linking the two mountains with an 11 minute journey.
Day 3 – Backcountry Skiing
Today’s adventure into the backcountry surrounding Whistler Blackcomb promises to be a memorable one. Whistler Alpine Guides will take you to Garibaldi Park for a day skiing some of the best powder in the area.
A professional guide provides a thorough briefing on backcountry safety and you practice using the equipment provided before setting out for some of the most memorable runs of your vacation. Individual attention is guaranteed by the small group size.
Day 4 – Whistler
Today on your Canada ski vacation would be a great day to take advantage of the Peak to Peak gondola. Wait for one of the glass bottomed gondolas for the best viewing; these silver cabins have a fenced glass bottom to view the Fitzsimmons Creek over 1000 ft below.
Whistler and Blackcomb have eleven restaurants on the mountains to choose from. The Crystal Hut is a cozy cabin to warm up in and replenish your energy with a Belgian Waffle freshly made right before your eyes. The filling toasted subs and hearty soups at Raven’s nest are a great source of fuel if you can’t wait to get back on the slopes. Satisfying a appetite built up on the slopes is all part of skiing in Canada!
Day 5 – Cat skiing & Fondue on your Canada Vacation
Cat skiing provides access to untouched powder usually available only to Heli-skiers, but at a fraction of the cost.
Cat skiing takes you into the Backcountry away from lift lines and crowds in the comfort of a heated cabin carried by a snow cat - the best powder skiing in Whistler. The snow cats operate in all conditions and are able to access the runs even when snow is falling hard. Two certified guides are there to make sure you have one of the best days on the mountain.
This evening a Fondue meal is booked at the Bavaria Restaurant including a traditional Swiss cheese fondue with crisp vegetables and fresh bread followed by a Belgian chocolate fondue with fruits and pastries.
Day 6 – Depart with Fond Memories
As your Whistler ski package ends leave the alpine air and sights of Whistler behind. The Sea to Sky highway winds its way to the airport for your flight home.
Day 1 Welcome to Skiing in Canada
Take in views of the Pacific and the Coast Mountain Range as your motor coach transfer negotiates the Sea to Sky highway from Vancouver to Whistler. Whistler is hosting the 2010 Winter Olympics and highway improvements ensure a fast and safe journey.
Whistler regularly tops reader polls as the most popular ski resort in North America and why is instantly apparent on arrival. Whistler Blackcomb offers twin peaks with outstanding terrain and a fast lift system.
Our Canada vacation packages to Whistler offer the best ski accommodations with cozy rooms and extensive facilities. Choose from ski-in/ski-out hotels offering the minimum distance to the lifts and slopes or hotels in Whistler village central to bars and restaurants.
By providing your details Fresh Tracks can have your ski or snowboard gear prepared for you at the rental shop. Equipment can be exchanged from day to day so you can use downhill skies for cruising on-mountain trials and then swap to powder skis for your backcountry expeditions.
Day 2 – Explore Whistler on your Canada Vacation
The Fresh Tracks early bird breakfast at Whistler Roundhouse is a filling buffet followed by early access to the slopes - before the crowds.
Whistler Blackcomb features more than 200 trails, 3 glaciers and 12 alpine bowls spread across over 8000 acres and serviced by 37 lifts. This years addition of the Peak to Peak gondola is the highest and widest in the world, linking the two mountains with an 11 minute journey.
Day 3 – Backcountry Skiing
Today’s adventure into the backcountry surrounding Whistler Blackcomb promises to be a memorable one. Whistler Alpine Guides will take you to Garibaldi Park for a day skiing some of the best powder in the area.
A professional guide provides a thorough briefing on backcountry safety and you practice using the equipment provided before setting out for some of the most memorable runs of your vacation. Individual attention is guaranteed by the small group size.
Day 4 – Whistler
Today on your Canada ski vacation would be a great day to take advantage of the Peak to Peak gondola. Wait for one of the glass bottomed gondolas for the best viewing; these silver cabins have a fenced glass bottom to view the Fitzsimmons Creek over 1000 ft below.
Whistler and Blackcomb have eleven restaurants on the mountains to choose from. The Crystal Hut is a cozy cabin to warm up in and replenish your energy with a Belgian Waffle freshly made right before your eyes. The filling toasted subs and hearty soups at Raven’s nest are a great source of fuel if you can’t wait to get back on the slopes. Satisfying a appetite built up on the slopes is all part of skiing in Canada!
Day 5 – Cat skiing & Fondue on your Canada Vacation
Cat skiing provides access to untouched powder usually available only to Heli-skiers, but at a fraction of the cost.
Cat skiing takes you into the Backcountry away from lift lines and crowds in the comfort of a heated cabin carried by a snow cat - the best powder skiing in Whistler. The snow cats operate in all conditions and are able to access the runs even when snow is falling hard. Two certified guides are there to make sure you have one of the best days on the mountain.
This evening a Fondue meal is booked at the Bavaria Restaurant including a traditional Swiss cheese fondue with crisp vegetables and fresh bread followed by a Belgian chocolate fondue with fruits and pastries.
Day 6 – Depart with Fond Memories
As your Whistler ski package ends leave the alpine air and sights of Whistler behind. The Sea to Sky highway winds its 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
- Take private tuition by a Whistler ski pro, refine your technique and explore the locals favourite lines
- 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
Trip Highlights
- Day guided backcountry skiing or snowboarding
- 1 Day Cat skiing
- Fresh Tracks breakfast - 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 21, 09.
Price Notes
FREE NIGHT INCLUDED ON THE STANDARD PACKAGE - BOOK BY DEC 15TH TO QUALIFY
• Prices are per person
• Standard level packages are based on the Glacier Lodge. Triple and Quad include an upgrade to a 1 Bedroom suite.
• Superior level packages are based on the Hilton Resort & Spa. Excellent rates from $55 per person available to upgrade to Hilton’s huge ‘Executive Room’
• Deluxe level packages are based on the Pan Pacific Whistler Mountainside. Triple and Quad rates include an upgrade to a 1 Bedroom Valley View suite
• We are based in Vancouver and are experts at customizing any of our Whistler Ski vacations to suit your style of trip
Includes
• 5 nights accommodation
• 1 Day backcountry skiing with Association of Canadian Mountain Guides qualified guides
• 1 Day guided Cat Skiing
• 3 Day Whistler Blackcomb lift pass
• 4 Days High Performance ski, boots and pole rental. Powder skis available for the backcountry and Cat skiing at no extra cost
• 10% discount off purchases at our partner ski store
• 1 Fresh Tracks breakfast at Whistler Roundhouse providing exclusive Fresh Tracks early trail access before the crowds
• Fondue evening at the Bavaria restaurant
• Free local calls, incoming faxes and one DVD rental per day, newspaper and in room coffee (Standard package only)
• Services of a representative to meet you at Vancouver International Airport and within the resort
• Round-trip luxury motor coach transfer between Vancouver and your Whistler hotel
• 1 800 customer service number
• Provincial and resort tax
Not Included
• Meals
• Skiing/snowboarding lessons
• Airfare
• Goods & services Tax (GST)
This package is available daily from November 27, 08 until April 21, 09.
| Standard | USD$ | CAD$ | ||
| Double | Single | Double | Single | |
| Nov 28 - Dec 14 2008 | 1,329 | 1,594 | 1,502 | 1,801 |
| Dec 15 - Dec 21 2008 | 1,489 | 1,815 | 1,682 | 2,051 |
| Dec 22 - Dec 25 2008 | 1,745 | 2,259 | 1,972 | 2,553 |
| Dec 26 - Jan 2 2009 | 1,914 | 2,520 | 2,163 | 2,848 |
| Jan 3 - Jan 26 2009 | 1,605 | 2,009 | 1,814 | 2,271 |
| Jan 27 - Apr 9 2009 | 1,763 | 2,226 | 1,993 | 2,515 |
| Apr 10 - Apr 21 2009 | 1,527 | 1,890 | 1,726 | 2,135 |
| Superior | USD$ | CAD$ | ||
| Double | Single | Double | Single | |
| Nov 27 - Dec 14 2008 | 1,511 | 1,921 | 1,708 | 2,171 |
| Dec 15 - Dec 17 2008 | 2,140 | 3,178 | 2,418 | 3,591 |
| Dec 18 2008 | 2,349 | 3,597 | 2,654 | 4,064 |
| Dec 19 - Jan 31 2009 | 2,948 | 4,587 | 3,331 | 5,184 |
| Jan 1 - Jan 2 2009 | 2,451 | 3,670 | 2,769 | 4,147 |
| Jan 3 - Jan 26 2009 | 2,099 | 2,994 | 2,372 | 3,384 |
| Jan 27 - Jan 30 2009 | 2,061 | 2,898 | 2,329 | 3,275 |
| Jan 31 - Feb 26 2009 | 2,263 | 3,226 | 2,558 | 3,645 |
| Feb 27 - Mar 27 2009 | 1,949 | 2,674 | 2,202 | 3,021 |
| Mar 28 - Apr 4 2009 | 1,754 | 2,343 | 1,982 | 2,647 |
| Apr 5 - Apr 14 2009 | 1,842 | 2,518 | 2,081 | 2,846 |
| Apr 15 - Apr 21 2009 | 1,649 | 2,133 | 1,864 | 2,411 |
| Deluxe | USD$ | CAD$ | ||
| Double | Single | Double | Single | |
| Nov 27 - Dec 14 2008 | 1,669 | 2,168 | 1,886 | 2,450 |
| Dec 15 - Dec 18 2008 | 1,936 | 2,636 | 2,188 | 2,979 |
| Dec 19 - Dec 31 2008 | 2,317 | 3,159 | 2,619 | 3,569 |
| Jan 1 - Jan 3 2009 | 2,752 | 4,122 | 3,110 | 4,658 |
| Jan 4 - Feb 9 2009 | 2,097 | 2,897 | 2,369 | 3,274 |
| Feb 10 - Feb 12 2009 | 2,414 | 3,450 | 2,728 | 3,899 |
| Feb 13 - Feb 21 2009 | 2,575 | 3,574 | 2,910 | 4,039 |
| Feb 22 - Apr 9 2009 | 2,166 | 2,955 | 2,448 | 3,339 |
| Apr 10 - Apr 12 2009 | 1,894 | 2,551 | 2,140 | 2,882 |
| Apr 13 - Apr 21 2009 | 1,669 | 2,168 | 1,886 | 2,450 |
FREE NIGHT INCLUDED ON THE STANDARD PACKAGE - BOOK BY DEC 15TH TO QUALIFY
• Prices are per person
• Standard level packages are based on the Glacier Lodge. Triple and Quad include an upgrade to a 1 Bedroom suite.
• Superior level packages are based on the Hilton Resort & Spa. Excellent rates from $55 per person available to upgrade to Hilton’s huge ‘Executive Room’
• Deluxe level packages are based on the Pan Pacific Whistler Mountainside. Triple and Quad rates include an upgrade to a 1 Bedroom Valley View suite
• We are based in Vancouver and are experts at customizing any of our Whistler Ski vacations to suit your style of trip
Includes
• 5 nights accommodation
• 1 Day backcountry skiing with Association of Canadian Mountain Guides qualified guides
• 1 Day guided Cat Skiing
• 3 Day Whistler Blackcomb lift pass
• 4 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
• 1 Fresh Tracks breakfast at Whistler Roundhouse providing exclusive Fresh Tracks early trail access before the crowds
• Fondue evening at the Bavaria restaurant
• 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)
