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British Columbia Vacations: Bold Wines, Black Bears and Beautiful Backcountry

Take a BC Tour with Austin-Lehman Adventures


British Columbia Tours with Austin-LehmanBritish Columbia tours have you exploring alpine lakes, pacific beaches, rainforest trails, world-class wineries and secluded, calm water bays. Hiking, biking, wine tasting, kayaking and fishing in British Columbia is tough to beat. Impossible to beat, in some cases, actually – like on our Okanagan Wine Country adventure, named one of the “World’s 25 Best New Trips for 2007” by National Geographic Adventure Magazine. Sip a bold syrah on a hillside winery overlooking the stunning mountains and grasslands surrounding Okanagan Lake after a day of exhilarating hiking, and you'll quickly agree – this is one vacation you won't want to miss.

Also feasts for the senses are Austin Lehman's British Columbia Vacations on Vancouver Island and our Whistler adventures. Listen for the crunch! of crab shells as black bear forage for lunch on Clayoquot's shoreline, just yards from your perch on the edge of your Zodiac. Breathe in the evocatively sweet scent of 600-year-old Douglas firs as you stroll along rainforest-lined beaches in Pacific Rim National Park. Soak up the scenery at beautiful Alice Lake, surrounded by the trees. Spend your afternoons hiking, kayaking or fishing before relaxing in a wood-fired sauna and enjoying a hearty meal and peaceful night's sleep in a cozy safari tent, complete with comfy duvets and plump pillows.

On an Austin-Lehman BC tour, relax your mind, energize your body ignite the adventurer within as we explore the pristine land and bold flavors of British Columbia.


Why Choose British Columbia Tours?


Whistler - British Columbia Wilderness Adventure
Step into a postcard as you explore one of Canada’s hottest vacation destinations: Whister, British Columbia. On this BC tour, you will hike old-growth hemlock rainforests in Alice Lake Provincial Park, bike quiet trails through wildflower meadows in Whistler Valley and tackle the rapids on the mighty Elaho River. Ride the gondola to the top of Whistler Mountain before trekking the last 1,000 vertical feet to the summit for jaw-dropping panoramas of alpine lakes, wildflower meadows and glacier-covered peaks. By night, unwind with a scenic sunset drive along the Sea to Sky highway, a well-earned meal at one of Whistler’s tastiest restaurants and a restful night’s sleep in the comfort of your carefully selected lodge.

Vancouver Vacation Adventure - Austin-LehmanDepart from downtown Vancouver and head to Alice Lake Provincial Park for a hike. Lunch along the Cheekye River under Mt. Garibaldi and Atwell Peak before a rafting adventure on the mighty Elaho.  Hike along forested trails with views of the Cayoosh mountains.  Come to the edge of the three Joffre Lakes and enjoy lunch at the base of the Matier Glacier and (if you’re feeling courageous) an invigorating swim. Trek back through the rainforest.  Bike the quiet roads of the Pemberton Meadows, cruising along the Lillooet River past farmland and skyscraper mountains before you hike along the Green River to Nairn Falls. Morning bike ride along paved back roads and quiet trails through Whistler Valley.  Ride around Lost, Alta and Green Lakes enjoying incredible mountain views.  Ride the gondola to the top of Whistler mountain, then hike along beautiful alpine trails boasting panoramic views of the valley below, blanketed in flowers.  Descend by gondola to explore the village shops or visit the spa. Get dates and the full itinerary for our Whistler - British Columbia Wilderness Adventure >>

Whistler Family Vacation - Mountains, Meadows & Wildlife Adventure
Whistler wows with wildflowers, whitewater, wilderness and wildlife...say that five times fast! Austin-Lehman’s Whistler family vacation is oodles of fun for everyone. By day, bike paved back roads and quiet trails through Whistler Valley and around Lost, Alta and Green Lakes. Raft a scenic section of the Cheakamus River and enjoy a riverside barbecue and sunset drive along the Sea to Sky Highway, the Tantalus Mountain Range as your backdrop. Ride the gondola to the top of Whistler Mountain and trek the last 1,000 feet to the summit for 360-degree mountain, glacier and meadow views. By night, unwind with a  well-earned meal at one of our favorite restaurants and a restful night’s sleep in the comfort of your carefully selected lodge.

Okanagan Valley - Canada's Wine Country Adventure
What better way to toast a day of hiking, biking and kayaking British Columbia’s stunning grassland and mountain trails, meandering riverside pathways, turquoise lakes and hillside vineyards than with a glass of fine local wine? How about making the toast while soaking in an outdoor hot tub? Welcome to your Okanagan Valley Canadian Wine Country adventure British Columbia vacation, named one of the “World’s 25 Best New Trips for 2007” by National Geographic Adventure Magazine. The Okanagan Valley, while dubbed the “Napa of the North,” is yet to be widely discovered. Nestled in the snow-capped Caribou, Monashee and Selkirk Mountains of southcentral British Columbia, it is perhaps the finest grape growing region in the world – and an ideal setting for your 6-day wine tasting/active adventure vacation.

Begin your British Columbia vacation in Kelowna where you'll shuttle to Oliver, the Wine Capitol of Canada.  Bike to the luxurious Burrowing Owl Estate Winery and Guest House where you'll dine on four star cuisine before tucking in for the night.  Bike by Chute Lake and take in outstanding views of the valley below.  Enjoy the vineyards of the Naramata Bench, touring the Valley’s boutique wineries.  Hike Apex Mountain and soak up spectacular 360-degree panoramas at the summit of Cathedral, Monashee and Coast Mountains.  Hike Grandfather’s Trail, or venture along the single-track trail of The Good, The Bad and The Ugly.  Bike ride at Osprey Lake and pedal a section of the Trans-Canada Trail.  Find out more about our Okanagan Valley British Columbia Vacation >>

Vancouver Island - Beaches, Black Bears & Boreal Forests
This British Columbia Vacation on Vancouver Island is an adventurer’s dream: hike, bike and kayak the pristine land and sea of Pacific Rim National Park and explore the island’s rich fusion of art, culture and cuisine.

Arrive in Cobble Hill, a tiny farming village in the Cowichan Valley and bike to Cowichan Bay and Zanatta Winery & Vineyards, a dairy farm-turned-winery in 1958.   Drive to Godfrey Brownell Vineyard for tour and wine & cheese tasting.  Explore Cathedral Groves, a Provincial Park home to towering, 800-year old Douglas firs and hike the Wild Pacific Trail for a bit.  Kayak the waters off Tofino, paddling past small islands and along forested coastlines, learning about rainforest ecology, marine life and local history and keeping an eye out for whales, harbor seals and eagles. Explore native art galleries, markets and shops.   Visit Radar Hill for incredible views of the Pacific Coastline. Take a rainforest hike through gigantic red cedars and hemlocks carpeted in moss or walk along the beach. Dinner is a gourmet feast of Pacific Northwestern cuisine and regional wines. Set out in Zodiacs in search of the black bears of Clayoquot. Spot seals, eagles, porpoise, ospreys and heron.  Enjoy a relaxed riverside breakfast followed by a day of exploring the historic waterfront town of Ladysmith by bike and pedal through coastal towns past lush forests with outstanding views of the Gulf Islands. Stroll through the Butchart Gardens world famous arboretum and enjoy a private dinner in the original Butchart family estate before retiring to the luxurious Hotel Grand Pacific, perched on Victoria’s picturesque harbor.  Discover more about our Vancouver Island Adventure >>

Vancouver Island Family - Northwest Family Adventure
Welcome to six days of family fun on British Columbia’s Vancouver Island! By day, splash barefoot along untouched Canadian beaches searching for treasures in Pacific Rim National Park. Peer skyward in awe of a 600-year-old Douglas fir in Cathedral Grove. Pedal the quiet bike paths of Gabriola Island, explore the worldfamous arboretum in Butchart Gardens and paddle tandem kayaks along forested coastlines, learning about rainforest ecology, marine life and local history. By night, enjoy a delectable meal at a local restaurant and enjoy some well-deserved R&R in the comfort of Vancouver Island’s best lodges and seaside resorts.  Get the full itinerary for our Vancouver Island Family Adventure >>

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23 years of experience

speaks for itself. As a leader in adventure travel and a tour operator since 1986, Austin-Lehman has extensive contacts and a longtime insider's knowledge in every market we visit. That means every experience – whether cultural, artistic or outdoor – offers guests an authentic feel for the local land, people and way of life.

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