Walk 12/8 Vancouver BC Gardens & Lights
2-3 miles, 100 feet elevation gain.
Trip description
Make plans to view what some have rated as among the world's best holiday light displays. The Festival of Lights at Vancouver's Van Dusen Botanical Gardens has wowed visitors since 1984 with 15 acres of displays, and over a million lights. But that's not the entire trip. Our day in Vancouver will also include an afternoon visit to nearby Bloedel Conservancy and Queen Elizabeth Park. The conservancy is a domed aviary that's home to over 200 exotic birds and 500 unusual plants from all over the world. The surrounding park also has many gardens and walking paths to explore. But THAT'S not the entire trip either. We will be having a late afternoon dinner at a nearby eatery, Johnnies on Oak, which features casual down-home dining with Greek favorites and Italian-Canadian fare. Note that there is some walking involved on this trip. Most of it should be very easy, often on sidewalks and other paved paths. If the weather is not a factor, we will be walking between our destinations, which are each roughly 15-20 minutes apart. Fee includes admission to the Bloedel Conservancy and the Van Dusen Gardens. Dinner is not included. Remember to have proper credentials for crossing the border.
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To cancel from a trip, contact Andy via email or text. Effective with trips beginning in November 2024, cancellations more than two weeks before a trip receive a full refund minus a $15 fee. Cancellations more than 3 days but less than 2 weeks before the trip receive a 50% refund. Sorry, no refund on cancellations 3 days or less before the trip. Some trips may be changed with short notice due to unforeseen conditions. You're encouraged to go along with the alternate plan, but are entitled to a full refund if you opt out.