Britannia Mine Museum

Britannia Mine Museum opens up a little-seen world that fascinates all ages, turning out awe-inspiring sights and memorable family experiences. Explore 10 acres of historic buildings and artifacts, rumble aboard the underground train as it rolls into authentic mining tunnels, and discover BOOM!, a live-action experience in the historic mill. After entering the site, take a tour with an informative but informal tour guide sharing fun facts about mining, history, and life at Britannia. Learn and engage with interactive exhibits, and push up your sleeves and try out the Gold Panning Pavilion where you can keep what you find. Delight in BOOM!, the greatest show under the earth. Get an introduction to the story, sights, and sounds behind the architectural marvel with an immersive live-action experience inside Mill 3. The experience involves multiple screens, over thirty speakers, and physical and special effects that bring all the stories of the historic mill rumbling back to life.

Follow your professional audio tour guide Jefferson along Highway 99, one of the most scenic drives in the world! Start anywhere along the route between Vancouver and Whistler. The tour experience is the same in either direction. Learn about Vancouver's North Shore, Cypress Provincial Park and the early inhabitants of the area, the Coast Salish Peoples, a large grouping of many nations with numerous distinct cultures and languages. Hear about the European settlers who came after and the amazing animals and plants that call this beautiful area home. Discover the beauty of the sea and mountains as you hear about the Lions Bay Search and Rescue, the Straight of Georgia and Howe Sound, Cypress Provincial Park and BC's own temperate rainforest. Marvel at the geology of the area and learn about Fjords, Sounds & Bights, Watt's Point Volcanic Centre, Mount Garibaldi, Stratovolcanos and Stawamus Chief Mountain. Stop and be awed at Shannon Falls, the Britannia Mine Museum and the spectacular Brandywine Falls. With no time constraints, enjoy the freedom to stop anywhere and take your time exploring. See Anvil Island from the Porteau Cove Lookouts, Tantalus Lookout, Brackendale Eagle Provincial Park and even take a ride on the Sea to Sky Gondola. Along the way you'll pass through the Town of Squamish, known as an outdoor enthusiast's paradise and hear of the Squamish Estuary and Spit. Enjoy hearing the history of Whistler Mountain, it's Olympic Park, the name behind the River of Golden Dreams, and of course, the amazing and world renowned Town of Whistler. Fun audio clips will play automatically as you drive using a live GPS map. No data is used during the tour. The tour is easy to navigate and our audio guide will keep you and your family engaged along the way with trivia fun.

Start your tour at 9:00 AM with pick-up at your hotel or cruise terminal. Drive through the Stanley Park Causeway, enjoy the majestic view of the Lions Gate Bridge, Burrard Inlet, and Straights of Georgia. Further up the cut, see the Sea to Sky Highway. Experience the thrill of driving through the beautiful coastline of Howe Sound. Next, drive by the Britannia Beach community. Visit the historical Britannia Mine Museum, at one time the largest copper mine in the British Empire. Further up the highway see Shannon Fall Provincial Park and its waterfall. Head for Squamish, well known for outdoor activities like river rafting, and snowmobiling during the winter, and bald eagle watching in nearby Brackendale. The Sea-To-Sky gondola takes you to its peak for magnificent views of Howe Sound at 885 meters above sea level. At the Brandywine Falls Provincial Park, stop to trek up the mountain path and look for the spectacular 70-meter horseshoe-shaped Brandywine Fall. Finally, at Whistler, enjoy 4 hours of free time at the village, or to take part in some outdoor activities before leaving for Vancouver at 5:00 PM.

Welcome to the breathtaking Sea to Sky region of British Columbia, Canada! If you're looking for a thrilling winter adventure that combines stunning natural beauty and exhilarating outdoor activities, then this tour is the perfect choice for you. This private tour is designed to take you on a journey through the awe-inspiring mountains, fjords, and forests of the Sea to Sky region, where you will experience the breathtaking views from the Sea to Sky Gondola in Squamish, enjoy snowshoeing or tubing in the snow-capped mountains of Cypress Mountain and explore the charming town of Squamish. Our experienced local guide will show you the best of what this region has to offer, from the stunning vistas of the Howe Sound and the coastal mountains to the charming shops and restaurants of Squamish. So, get ready to have some fun and let us take you on an unforgettable journey to the Sea to Sky region.

Start your adventure at 9 AM, at the Stanley Park Causeway where you can enjoy the majestic view of the Lions Gate Bridge, Burrard Inlet, and Straits of Georgia. Continue on to the Sea to Sky Highway and experience the thrill of being driven through the beautiful coastline of Howe Sound. Drive by the Britannia Beach community and see the historical Britannia Mine Museum, at one time the largest copper mine in the British Empire. Head on to the Shannon Fall Provincial Park and make a stop at the fall (pending on snowfall). Be amazed by the sheer height of the waterfall. Drive by Squamish and see the main attractions including the Sea To Sky Gondola with magnificent views of Howe Sound at 885m above sea level. Look out for bald eagles in Brackendale. Go to the Brandywine Falls Provincial Park and make a stop at the fall (depending on snowfall). View the spectacular 70-meter horse-shoe shaped Brandywine Fall and Daisy Lake. Experience Bunjee Diving in the Whistler Wilderness and be thrilled by the 160-foot jump into the Cheakamus River gorge. End the trip in Whistler and ride the breathtaking Peak2Peak gondola. Note: Transportation to bungee diving site is provided by 3rd party, rates between $90-$100 (subject to changes).