Mountain Valley and Coastline Tour: USA-Canada Border

Explore Vancouver’s stunning landscapes on a private tour from Seattle. Experience mountains, valleys, and coastlines. Limited to 5 people per SUV.

Duration: 12 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Mount Vernon - We’ll stop to have a light breakfast on our way to the Skagit Valley. Take a quick jaunt south to the town of Mount Vernon. The historic community sits at the juncture of several rivers and sloughs, an irresistible attraction for an assortment of bird species — have those binoculars handy! The riverfront and adjacent downtown are ideal for exploring on foot and is featured on the National Register of Historic Places. Mount Vernon is also home to the Skagit Valley Tulip Festival, which draws guests from around the world each spring!

Continue driving deeper into the Skagit River Valley, where fields are dotted with quaint farmhouses and a plethora of heritage barns. The Skagit Valley is home to the largest commercial flower bulb industry outside of Holland. Beginning in March and continuing through May, the entire valley is one huge carpet of blooms, with a backdrop of dramatic views of 10,781-foot Mount Baker and the North Cascades.

  • Peace Arch State Park - The International Peace Arch is a 67-foot dramatic white arch that rises from the green lawns and flowering gardens on the U.S.-Canada border at Blaine. It is the iconic feature of this Washington Historical State Park, which is devoted to peace and serenity. Peace Arch is unique among parks because it consists of two parks in two countries. The southern half of the park is owned by Washington State Parks and the northern half is owned by British Columbia Parks. The arch, which is listed on the National Register of Historic Places, was constructed to honor the centennial of the treaties resulting from the War of 1812. These agreements between the U.S. and Britain established a peaceful, undefended border between the U.S. and Canada. Take a stroll through the lush gardens, stand on the lawn and take in the view of Point Roberts and Vancouver Island and enjoy seasonal bursts of color from rhododendrons, azaleas, dahlias, hybrid tea roses and annual blooms.
  • Grouse Mountain - Rising 1,250 metres (4,100 feet) above Vancouver and just 15 minutes from the city’s downtown core, is the vast alpine playground of Grouse Mountain. The iconic Red Skyride gives visitors and locals alike the opportunity to see the jaw-dropping majestic nature of B.C. unfold in front of them during the 8 minute ride from the Valley Station to the summit. As Vancouver’s most popular attraction, Grouse Mountain is the only truly four-season destination in the lower mainland and features a wildlife refuge, vast selection of dining options, thrilling outdoor adventure, summer activities galore, the best in local snow sports…and much more. One thing is for certain: there is no place quite like the Peak of Vancouver.
    Things to Do Any Time of Year:
    Super Skyride:
    Eye of the Wind:
    Wildlife Refuge:
    Theatre In the Sky:
    Mountain Ziplines:
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    Dining
  • Capilano Suspension Bridge Park - A 15-minute drive from downtown Vancouver, the iconic Capilano Suspension Bridge is a Vancouver landmark. Since 1889, visitors and locals alike have flocked to this famous swinging bridge across Capilano Canyon, making it one of Canada’s most popular attractions. The reason is simple - there are so many things to see and do. Committed to preserving and presenting its history, culture and nature in unique and thrilling ways, Capilano Suspension Bridge Park is Canadian in nature, universal in appeal.
  • Stanley Park - Stanley Park is a magnificent green oasis in the midst of the urban landscape of Vancouver.

Explore the 400-hectare natural West Coast rainforest and enjoy scenic views of water, mountains, sky, and majestic trees along Stanley Park’s famous Seawall. Discover kilometres of trails, beautiful beaches, local wildlife, great eats, natural, cultural and historical landmarks, along with many other adventures. The park offers a wide range of unforgettable experiences for all ages and interests, including Canada’s largest aquarium.

  • Seattle - Head back to Seattle to your drop-off location.
What's Included
  • Private transportation
  • Bottled Water
  • Pickup and Drop-off
What's Not Included
  • Grouse Mountain Admission Fee
  • Capilano Suspension Bridge Park Fee
Additional Information

Discover the charm of a mountain valley, island, and coastline on this full-day trip. From the sweeping vistas of the Valley to the rugged coastline and pristine mountains, this tour offers something for everyone. Spread your wings, unleash your imagination, and take flight… expand, relax, rejuvenate, and reset.
Experience the land border crossing between two great nations - the USA and Canada.
Everyone needs beauty as well as sustenance, places to play and pray, where nature can heal and strengthen both body and soul.
This trip will accommodate a maximum of 5 people per SUV.

  • Must be USA or Canada citizen or a country which is visa exempt fro Canada entry or have a valid Canada Visa
  • Must have a valid Passport
Location
Bellevue Transit Center
Northeast 6th Street
Barbil Tours Guide will be in Bay 2
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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John_d
Aug 7, 2024
Did not live up to the description - The tour was terrible. The assigned driver/guide was not able to give information regarding the places along the route to our designated stop points. When we got to the first stop at Gouse Mountain he basically just dropped us off and told us to call him at 1230 when we are done. No explanation of where or the significance of the location. Same thing when we went to the suspension bridge we ended up not going in the park so we can gain more time on other stop points but the whole tour did not live up to the description. We DID NOT get to see Mount VERNON, The Peace arch and no snacks or water provided as per the description. The driver said that the tour was only for 10 hours and I said according to the site it is 10-12 hours. He was saying if we exceeded the 10 hours we will be charged extra. Of all the tours I booked with Viator, this was the most disappointing. I DO NOT Recommend taking this tour for the price of the tour it is better doing it on your own. We were asking for a few minutes at the Peace arch but he basically parked the car by the shop across the gasoline station and left . I will NOT recommend this tour for the poor service and expensive price. Very disappointing. According to the itinerary we were supposed to spend 2 hours in Mt Vernon ( which he did not bring us to), 2 hours in Peace Arch, which he just stopped for gas and wanted to leave immediately since he said we are almost out of time, we stayed in Stanley Park for 1 hour, grouse mountain 2 hours and suspension bridge just 15 minutes. We feel cheated by this operator. During the drive he was more focused on handling his other job which is IT programming and running algorithms rather than describing the place where we are going. This wad a waste of the day.
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