Theme:     Local First Nations Culture and Heritage
Season:    Year-round, with a focus on October to April
Location:  Gastown, Stanley Park, UBC, Yaletown, North Vancouver, Deep Cove
Duration:  2 days with suggested excursions
Market:    Groups of 5 to 20 or customize for FIT

Itinerary Overview

Gain a greater appreciation for the city's First Nations' heritage. Visit unique sites, engage in fascinating activities and learn about the rich cultural heritage of the First Nations people.

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Day 1 - Vancouver's Top First Nations Attractions

• Begin the day with a First Nations guide from West Coast Sightseeing taking visitors on a city orientation tour. Discover unique sites and learn about the rich First Nations history.
• Depart from the hotel and transfer to the historical part of the city, Gastown, which is considered to be the birth place of Vancouver.
• Then, it's off to Stanley Park and the Totem Poles. Take a moment to take in the beautiful view of the city prior to exploring these unique structures full of cultural and spiritual significance. Each pole conveys a unique family history.
• Optional: visit the Vancouver Aquarium Marine Science Centre to learn about the marine life of the Pacific Coast.
• Transfer to the world-renowned U.B.C. Museum of Anthropology on the grounds of the University of British Columbia.
• Enjoy a West Coast lunch at Watermark on Kits Beach with a spectacular view.
• Spend a leisurely afternoon discovering and shopping in the various First Nations Art Galleries located throughout downtown Vancouver.
• Optional: presentation on art of the Coastal Peoples at the Coastal Peoples Fine Arts Gallery in Yaletown.

Day 2 - North Shore Authentic Discovery and Adventure Tour

• Depart for a tour of the key First Nations sites in North Vancouver before transferring to Deep Cove for the paddle adventure of a lifetime.
• A First Nations guide from Landsea Tours takes visitors to explore an authentic Long House on the Capilano Reserve. A traditional light meal and tea will be available on-site. Visitors will also visit St. Paul's Mission Church on the Eslah7an Reserve and local gift shops to see the artwork of native artisans.
• Following this visit, the afternoon will be spent on the water with a two-hour paddle in Deep Cove with Takaya Tours. Live the authentic First Nations experience of water travel in traditional ocean-going canoes and sea kayaks. Snacks will be provided. Experience traditional songs and legends of the area while learning about the cultural history of Indian Arm and Burrard Inlet.
• Transfer to Grouse Mountain for a tour and dinner at the popular Hiwus Feast House (season dependent). Optional: Visit Capilano Suspension Bridge to see First Nations totem poles and carvers at work.

Suggested Excursions:

• Trip to Vancouver Island, Victoria, Duncan and Tofino.

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