Okanagan Uncorked - 5 Days

Vancouver - Osoyoos. We depart downtown Vancouver at 9.30 am and begin our journey east into British Columbia’s interior. Our first stop is the town of Hope, known for its dramatic mountain scenery and as a filming location for the iconic Rambo film.

We then travel along Highway 3 - the Crowsnest Highway - one of the province’s most scenic routes. Along the way we stop in Manning Park and the historic town of Princeton before visiting a local fruit stand in Keremeos, often referred to as the fruit stand capital of Canada, where we sample seasonal produce.

We arrive in Osoyoos in the late afternoon and check in to our hotel. The evening is at leisure - you may wish to enjoy the hotel facilities or take a stroll through town.

You have a relaxed start to the day, with time to unwind and take in views of Osoyoos Lake - the warmest freshwater lake in Canada.

Later, we visit the Nk’Mip Desert Cultural Centre for a guided tour to learn about the heritage and traditions of the Osoyoos Indian Band. The surrounding landscape forms part of Canada’s only true desert ecosystem. We then enjoy a wine tasting at Nk’Mip Cellars - the first Indigenous-owned winery in North America.

The afternoon and evening are at leisure. You may choose to relax on the beach, explore the town, or simply enjoy the lakeside setting.

Osoyoos - Kelowna. Before we depart Osoyoos and travel north through the Okanagan Valley, passing the lakeside communities of Summerland and Penticton. This region is one of Canada’s premier wine-producing areas.

En route, we visit two local wineries, with lunch included at one of the valley’s renowned estates.

We arrive in Kelowna in the afternoon and take a guided walking tour of the waterfront area, learning about the city’s history and its connection to Okanagan Lake. We then board a relaxing cruise on the lake, offering a different perspective of the surrounding vineyards and hills.

After the cruise, we check in to our hotel. The evening is free - you may wish to dine at one of Kelowna’s many restaurants or enjoy a leisurely lakeside walk.

Today, you have the option to join a scenic e-bike ride along the historic Kettle Valley Railway. This 24 km route takes us across 18 trestle bridges and through two tunnels, with sweeping views across the Okanagan landscape.

Alternatively, you may prefer a free day in Kelowna. You could explore the town at your own pace, relax by the lake, or enjoy a swim in the hotel pool.

In the evening, we come together for another wine tasting followed by a group dinner at one of Kelowna’s acclaimed wineries.

Kelowna - Vancouver. Before we depart Kelowna and begin our return journey to Vancouver, with sightseeing stops along the way.

We stop at the Indigenous-owned Kekuli Café in Merritt, known for its bannock-inspired dishes, before continuing to Bridal Falls in Chilliwack - a striking 60-metre waterfall set within Bridal Veil Falls Provincial Park.

We continue back to Vancouver, where our tour concludes.