Explore BC’s landscapes on a private Vancouver to Kamloops day trip. Discover history, marvel at engineering, and enjoy a year-long audio tour.
Explore BC’s landscapes on a private Vancouver to Kamloops day trip. Discover history, marvel at engineering, and enjoy a year-long audio tour.
- Port Mann Bridge - Soon, the journey will take us across the Port Mann Bridge, a significant investment aimed at alleviating traffic congestion. The original bridge, which opened in 1964, stretches over two kilometers and spans the Fraser River.
- Fort Langley - This was the first area in the Lower Mainland settled by Europeans, with the fort…
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Port Mann Bridge - Soon, the journey will take us across the Port Mann Bridge, a significant investment aimed at alleviating traffic congestion. The original bridge, which opened in 1964, stretches over two kilometers and spans the Fraser River.
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Fort Langley - This was the first area in the Lower Mainland settled by Europeans, with the fort constructed in 1827 by the Hudson’s Bay Company. Initially a fur trading post, it later became crucial for supplying other forts, the burgeoning farming community, and outfitting thousands of gold rush hopefuls pursuing their dreams of fortune.
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Abbotsford - As the vehicle passes the Clearwater Road highway exit, there might be a chance to spot a 47-foot-tall raspberry public art sculpture on the highway’s south side.
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Vedder Canal Bridge - There was a time when this entire area was a lake. In the 1920s, the land was reclaimed to create more farmland, redirecting the Chilliwack and Vedder Rivers from Sumas Lake to the Sumas River, which flows into the Fraser River.
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Chilliwack - Approaching the small city of Chilliwack on the highway’s north side, with the smaller community of Sardis on the opposite side. During the gold rush, 30,000 miners passed through here en route to the gold fields.
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Hope - The town of Hope is a wise stop, as there won’t be another town for at least an hour and nothing substantial for at least two hours.
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The Hope Slide - It’s worthwhile to take a moment to view the Hope Slide. It’s important to keep an open mind and remember to enjoy the sights along the journey. Many people rush to their next destination, forgetting that the journey itself is part of the adventure.
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Othello Tunnels - A short visit to the tunnels is highly recommended as a highlight of the entire Highway Five route. Unfortunately, the tunnels area suffered severe damage from the infamous Atmospheric River storm in November 2021.
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Merritt - Comstock Road, along with other forestry roads in the area, forms part of the course for a stage of the annual Canadian Rally Championships.
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Coldwater River Provincial Park - The valley’s base is home to the Coldwater River, named after the Coldwater Indian Band, who inhabited this area before European settlers arrived. Their story mirrors that of many other First Nations groups in Canada.
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Nicola River - Flowing through the town of Merritt, the Nicola River combines with the Coldwater River. This river has historically posed challenges for the town, often causing floods.
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Surrey Lake Summit - Reaching the Surrey Lake Summit, at an elevation of 1,440 meters or 4,737 feet, marks the highest point on the Coquihalla Highway. While winter can bring harsh conditions, the area is generally pleasant outside of the season.
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Logan Lake - Originally a mining camp, Logan Lake remains centered around mining, hosting North America’s largest open-pit copper mine.
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Kamloops - In just a few minutes, the journey will reach the outskirts of Kamloops, British Columbia. The name Kamloops is derived from a local First Nations word.

- Great value: purchase per car, not per person. More affordable than bus or guided tours!
- Engaging storytelling: Uncover unique tales and thrilling history for a memorable journey!
- Perfect narrator: nothing can beat listening to a great voice. Proven with tons of rave reviews!
- Go at your own pace: Start anytime, pause anywhere, enjoy breaks for…
- Great value: purchase per car, not per person. More affordable than bus or guided tours!
- Engaging storytelling: Uncover unique tales and thrilling history for a memorable journey!
- Perfect narrator: nothing can beat listening to a great voice. Proven with tons of rave reviews!
- Go at your own pace: Start anytime, pause anywhere, enjoy breaks for snacks and photos freely!
- Learn more: dive deeper into any story you enjoyed with extra stories.
- Hands-free: audio stories play on their own based on your location. Easy to use!
- Food and Drinks.
- Attraction passes, entry tickets, or reservations
- Food and Drinks.
- Attraction passes, entry tickets, or reservations
Embark on a journey from Vancouver to Kamloops, traversing the breathtaking landscapes and rich history of British Columbia. Explore the historic grounds of Fort Langley, where the province’s foundation was laid. Navigate through the impressive rock formations of the Othello Tunnels, a feat of engineering brilliance. Witness the vast Hope Slide, a…
Embark on a journey from Vancouver to Kamloops, traversing the breathtaking landscapes and rich history of British Columbia. Explore the historic grounds of Fort Langley, where the province’s foundation was laid. Navigate through the impressive rock formations of the Othello Tunnels, a feat of engineering brilliance. Witness the vast Hope Slide, a testament to nature’s might. Travel through mountain passes and expansive valleys, discovering tales of exploration, industry, and resilience along the way.
Purchase one tour per vehicle, not per individual. Everyone can enjoy the experience together!
After booking, check your email to download the separate Audio Tour Guide App by Action, enter your unique password, and access your tour. These steps require a reliable internet/Wi-Fi connection. From there, follow the audio instructions and the route.
Buy once and enjoy for a full year! Perfect for extended visits and return trips over the next 12 months.
- How to access: Once you book a tour, you’ll get a confirmation email and text with instructions: • Download the separate tour app by Action • Enter the password • Download the tour MUST DO while in strong wifi/cellular Works offline after download
- How to start touring: Open Action’s separate audio tour guide app once onsite. • If there is just one tour, launch it. • If multiple tour versions exist, launch the one with your planned starting point and direction.
- Go to the starting point No one will meet you at the start. This tour is self-guided Enter the first story’s point and the audio will begin automatically Follow the audio cues to the next story, which will also play automatically. Enjoy hands-free exploring. If you face audio issues, contact support. Stick to the tour route & speed limit for the best experience.
- Travel worry-free: Use the tour app anytime, on any day, and over multiple days. Start and pause the tour whenever you like, taking breaks and exploring side excursions at your own pace. Skip anything you don’t care about or explore bonus content for everything that interests you
- Savings tips: Driving tours: purchase just one tour for everyone in the car
- Buy once, use for one year! Ideal for extended visits and return trips over the next 12 months.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.