Whistler Mountain Bike

WHISTLER MOUNTAIN BIKE
EXPLORER | 6 DAYS, 5 NIGHTS
TREKTRAVEL.COM | 866-464-8735
Southern British Columbia is home to some of the
most praiseworthy and iconic mountain bike trails on
the planet, and we're headed to 200km of trails that
cut through Canada's Coast Mountains.
From
$3899pp
Rider Type
Active / Avid
Hotel Style
Just north of bustling Vancouver along the famous Sea-to-Sky Highway and nestled deep
within this mountainous valley lie the towns of Squamish, Whistler and Pemberton, our
destinations for the trip. You'll join us as we pedal Whistler's endless web of sustainably built
all-mountain trails, take a dip in one of the valley's pristine lakes, and after a helpful skills
session from your guide, sample a few of the lift-access descents that brought Whistler Bike
Park its true fame. Ready for the icing on the cake? Grab your bike, hop on a float plane and
head deep into the Southern Chilcotin Mountain wilderness for an epic riding adventure
ending at the luxurious Tyax Lodge. It simply doesn't get any better.
Explorer
Duration
6 days | 5 nights
Start | End
Whistler, BC
Dates
2017/Aug/Sep
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TRIP WOWS
Board a 1961 Dehavilland Beaver float plane and head into the
Southern Chilcotin backcountry
Enjoy three laps of gravity-fed bliss at the legendary Whistler
Bike Park
Swim in a number of Whistler's beautiful lakes nestled within
the mountain range
Enjoy a stay at the world-renowned Tyax Wilderness Lodge,
situated on the shoreline of Tyaughton Lake in the shadows of the
Southern Chilcotin Mountains
DAILY ITINERARY
2017
DAY 1
Today's Ride:
Avid Option:
Whistler Valley Trails
Approximately 15 miles with 800
feet of climbing and 800 feet of
descending
Whistler Valley Trails
Approximately 18 miles with 1,200
feet of climbing and 1,200 feet of
descending
Description:
Your Trek Travel guides will meet you at the Aava Hotel in Whistler at 9:00 AM on the first day of the trip. After a
short round of introductions, you guides will discuss the rules of bike safety and specific cycling tips for riding in
Whistler before familiarizing you with your bike and ensuring a comfortable fit. Today, you'll ride right from the
hotel and spend the full day exploring Whistler Valley's expansive network of all-mountain trails. Afterwards, take
a relaxing recovery plunge in the crystal blue waters of one of the many lakes surrounding Whistler Village. This
evening your guides will fill you in on the details of the week during social hour, and afterwards, get to know your
fellow travelers during dinner in downtown Whistler. Wind down with a cocktail and head to bed early this
evening because we’ve got singletrack to conquer tomorrow.
Hotel:
Alternate Hotel on Select Dates:
Included Meals:
Aava Whistler Hotel
Hilton Whistler
Lunch | Social Hour | Dinner
www.aavawhistlerhotel.com
www.hiltonwhistler.com
VIEW MEETING AND DEPARTING INFORMATION»
DAY 2
Today's Ride:
Avid Option:
Ride Squamish
Approximately 18 miles with 1,500
feet of climbing and 1,500 feet of
descending
Ride Squamish
Approximately 20 miles with 1,800
feet of climbing and 1,800 feet of
descending
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Description:
Hero dirt is on the menu today. Along the shoreline of Howe Sound lies the mountain biker's paradise town of
Squamish. After a short morning shuttle from Whistler you’ll get to explore deep into the forested backcountry
and discover what makes this a world-class mountain biking paradise. Considered the "Outdoor Recreation
Capital of Canada", you'll ride some of the best purpose-built singletrack this legendary town has to offer.
Tonight, enjoy a post-ride meal together in downtown Whistler.
Hotel:
Included Meals:
Aava Whistler Hotel
Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner
www.aavawhistlerhotel.com
DAY 3
Today's Ride:
Avid Option:
Pemberton and Whistler Bike
Park
Approximately 18 miles with 1,300
feet of climbing and 1,300 feet of
descending
Pemberton and Whistler Bike
Park
Approximately 20 miles with 1,700
feet of climbing and 1,700 feet of
descending
Description:
Resting in the shadow of the Coast Mountains, Pemberton's under-the-radar singletrack network is second to
none. You'll explore a selection of these choice trails in this semi-arid valley before heading back to Whistler for
lunch. This afternoon, following a skills session hosted by your guides, hop on the chairlift for three laps of pure
gravity-fed bliss at the legendary Whistler Bike Park. Tonight you’re on your own for dinner in Whistler; your
guides, however, will have lots of great recommendations!
Hotel:
Included Meals:
Aava Whistler Hotel
Breakfast | Lunch
www.aavawhistlerhotel.com
DAY 4
Today's Ride:
Avid Option:
Whistler Valley Singletrack and
Transfer to the South Chilcotins
Approximately 12 miles with 700
feet of climbing and 700 feet of
descending
Whistler Valley Singletrack and
Transfer to the South Chilcotins
Approximately 15 miles with 1,000
feet of climbing and 1,000 feet of
descending
Description:
This morning you may choose to sleep in, sip your coffee and have a late breakfast, or rise early to pedal a few
more miles of sweet Whistler singletrack. This afternoon, you'll hop in the van for a 2.5 hour drive to the South
Chilcotin Mountains, a region that's quickly becoming known for its epic backcountry riding. Tonight, settle in to
your wilderness retreat on the shores of Tyaughton Lake, the Tyax Resort and Spa, before we enjoy dinner as a
group at the hotel's award-winning restaurant.
Hotel:
Included Meals:
Tyax Wilderness Resort and Spa
Breakfast | Dinner
www.tyax.com
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DAY 5
Today's Ride:
Avid Option:
Ride the South Chilcotins via
Seaplane
Approximately 15 miles with 900
feet of climbing and 3,000 feet of
descending
Ride the South Chilcotins via
Seaplane
Approximately 25 miles with 1,200
feet of climbing and 3,400 feet of
descending
Description:
This morning, you'll load up bikes and gear into a 1961 Dehavilland Beaver float plane and head into the South
Chilcotin backcountry. Ride options abound today with unbelievable trails around every turn, and you may
choose to ride for as long or short as you’d like. Tall peaks, pristine lakes, quiet grassy meadows provide the
backdrop. The scenery is nothing short of breathtaking today, as you pedal past tall peaks, pristine lakes, quiet
grassy meadows and bighorn sheep. This day is one for the history books. Tonight we will gather for a final
social hour and dinner at the Tyax Lodge and raise a glass to celebrate the week of incredible riding.
Hotel:
Included Meals:
Tyax Wilderness Resort and Spa
Breakfast | Lunch | Social Hour |
Dinner
www.tyax.com
DAY 6
Today's Activity:
Departure
Shuttle to Whistler
Description:
After a great night's sleep and warm breakfast at the Tyax Lodge, you'll pack your bags and load up your bike for
a 4 hour shuttle back to Whistler. Enjoy one last stroll through Whistler Village and lunch as a group before you
say farewell to your guides at 12:00 PM at the Aava Hotel and board a 2 hour shuttle bound for Vancouver
International Airport.
Included Meals:
Breakfast | Lunch
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WHAT'S INCLUDED
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Activities
Gratuities for all scheduled special events, restaurants, hotels, local guides and transportation during your trip.
Private tours
Entrance fees to all group events/activities
All transportation during the trip, including private coaches
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Lodging
5 nights of accommodation
In every region we travel, we uncover the area’s best, and most delightful accommodations. On our Whistler Mountain Bike trip,
you will stay in two conveniently located hotels for the duration of the trip: one at the edge of Whistler village and the other in the
Southern Chilcotin wilderness.
Dining
Daily breakfast, 5 lunches, 4 dinners, 2 social hours, and all snacks and drinks for each day
On our Whistler Mountain Bike trip, you’ll be experiencing a variety of regional cuisine. Expect North American style cuisine
with plenty of options. All other meals will allow you to explore local fare options.
Support
The knowledge, support, and camaraderie of experienced guides
Daily route support
Paper route guides also available upon request
All luggage transfers
Comprehensive trip literature
Gear
The use of a Trek Remedy 7 27.5 full suspension mountain bike
The use of Bontrager bike helmets and other gear and equipment to make your ride comfortable
Complimentary Bontrager merchandise
Trek Travel water bottles
Coupon valued up to $500 off a new Trek Bicycle. Contact us for details.
Please be sure to bring a Camelback, or similar hydration pack with pockets to carry additional items needed on the trail.
Limited vehicle support means you will want to carry an extra layer, multi-tools, food and water.
WHAT'S NOT INCLUDED
Thank your Guides, by tipping
Gratuities for your Trek Travel guides are not included in your trip price. Industry standard is 5-10% of the trip price which will be divided
by your guide team. Please tip your guides at your discretion, based on their level of professionalism, guest care and service.
What’s Not Included
Airfare and transportation to and from the trip pick-up/drop-off locations
Lodging before and after the trip
Personal items purchased during the trip
Optional activities not scheduled by Trek Travel
Comprehensive bike fit
On select trips some meals are not included. On these trips, Trek Travel invites you to explore the local cuisine at your leisure.
Gratuities for your Trek Travel Guides may be given at your discretion in response to their professionalism and leadership.
Industry standard is for each individual guest to tip the guide team 5-10% of the trip price.
ACCOMMODATIONS
Aava Whistler Hotel
Tyax Wilderness Resort and Spa
Alternate Hotel: Hilton Whistler
Whistler, BC
Gold Bridge, BC
Whistler, BC
Aava Whistler Hotel Whistler, BC A
short walk from downtown Whistler,
this Green Key eco-rated hotel is your
home for the first three nights of the
trip. Excellently appointed rooms,
AVEDA amenities and an outdoor spa
Tyax Wilderness Resort and Spa
Gold Bridge, BC Situated on the
shoreline of Tyaughton Lake and in
the shadows of the towering Southern
Chilcotin Mountains, Tyax Lodge is
your luxurious wilderness base camp
Alternate Hotel: Hilton Whistler
Whistler, BC This luxurious hotel is
ideally located in the heart of Whistler
Village, just steps away from an array
of world class restaurants, stylish
boutiques, and buzzing nightlife. The
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and heated pool make this a relaxing
retreat from big days on the bike.
for the final two nights. The lodge
features the full service "Spa at Tyax",
an outdoor hot tub and yoga studio
and a full service restaurant serving
outstanding regional Canadian
cuisine.
host mountain resort of the 2010
Winter Olympic and Paralympics
Games, the Hilton Whistler was
named by Condé Nast as the 10th top
resort hotel in Canada. You will stay
at this hotel in place of the Aava
Whistler Hotel on select dates.
TRAVEL SERVICES
How to get there
We suggest that you arrive at least one day prior to the trip start, which will enable you to adjust to the time zone and minimize the risk
of missing the trip start due to flight-related delays. We recommend that you fly into Vancouver International Airport (YVR).
A number of convenient shuttle options are available from Vancouver International Airport to Whistler. Whistler Shuttle: $69 on-way or
$138 round trip. Learn more about the shuttle by visiting http://www.whistlershuttle.com/whistler-shuttle/vancouver-airport-to-whistler.
Custom private shuttles offered by Ride Booker between 7:30 AM and 11:00 PM: $69 per person, each way. Learn more about the
private shuttles by visiting http://www.ridebooker.com/transfers/yvr/whistler/whistler-shuttle.
Meeting time and location
Aava Hotel | Whistler, British Columbia, Canada
Your Trek Travel guides will meet you at the Aava Hotel or Hilton Whistler in Whistler at 9:00 AM on the first day of the trip. After a short
round of introductions, you guides will discuss the rules of bike safety and specific cycling tips for riding in Whistler before familiarizing
you with your bike and ensuring a comfortable fit. Today, you'll ride right from the hotel and spend the full day exploring Whistler
Valley's expansive network of all-mountain trails.
If you will be late for the meeting time or are going to miss it altogether, please inform your guides. You will receive an email a week
before the trip start with their names and contact details. If you cannot reach them, please call the Aava Hotel (toll free at 800 663 5644)
or the Hilton Whistler (604 932 1982), and leave a message with your expected arrival time and contact details.
Departing time and location
Aava Hotel | Whistler, British Columbia, Canada
You will say farewell to your guides at 12:00 PM at the Aava Hotel in Whistler before boarding a 2 hour shuttle bound for Vancouver
International Airport. Please do not schedule a flight out of Vancouver International Airport before 5:00 PM on the last day of the trip to
allow plenty of time for any unforeseen delays
Before & After: Vancouver, BC Canada
Located on the southwestern coast of British Columbia sits the bustling sea-port city of Vancouver. Explore the thriving art, theater and
music scene of downtown. Visit the the Museum of Anthropology or peruse the extensive collections of the Vancouver Art Gallery. Take
a quiet stroll through sprawling Stanley Park or a walk across the famous Capilano Suspension Bridge. Dine at any of Vancouver's
outstanding restaurants. We recommend the following accommodations for your pre-trip hotel:
Fairmont Pacific Rim
Unmatched views of the harbor and North Shore Mountains and located in the heart of the historic port and financial district, the
Fairmont Pacific Rim is a property to behold. With three in-house dining options, the full-service Willow Stream Spa and complimentary
BMW hotel in-town car service, the Pacific Rim stands alone as your luxurious downtown retreat.
1038 Canada Place, Vancouver, BC Canada V6C 089 | 877 900 5350 | www.fairmont.com/pacific-rim-vancouver | ~$255
Moda Hotel
This eccentric property puts you right in the center of the city. Just minutes from Stanley Park and home to the award-winning Cibo
Trattoria restaurant, the Moda Hotel is a the perfect option for those wishing to explore the heart of downtown Vancouver.
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900 Seymour Street, Vancouver, BC Canada | 877 683 5522 | www.modahotel.ca | ~$110
Pacific Gateway Hotel, Vancouver Airport
A member of Preferred Hotels and Resorts Lifestyle Collection, the Pacific Gateway is conveniently located just minutes from
Vancouver International Airport. A free airport shuttle, newly remodeled rooms and suites and stunning views of the Coast Mountains
and Vancouver's North Shore are only a few of the excellent amenities offered by this fantastic hotel.
3500 Cessna Dr, Richmond, BC Canada V7B 1C7 | 866 382 3474 | www.pacificgatewayhotel.com | ~$85
FAQS
Trip Changes
Our itineraries are an approximation of our trips. Trek Travel strives to offer each and every guest a vacation of a lifetime on every trip.
At times routes, hotels, activities, etc. listed here may change at the discretion of the trip designer or guides to improve the trip
experience.
What are the daily rides like?
Rider Type | 3/4
Average Daily Mileage | 18
Terrain | Mountainous
Average Daily Elevation | 1,200 ft
On all of our trips Trek Travel strives to find the most enjoyable but challenging trails, over a variety of terrain, in order to fully
experience the region. Whistler Mountain Bike trip is best suited for our Type 3 & 4 Riders with technical mountain biking skills. Type 4+
Riders will enjoy the extra mileage and challenges the avid route options offer. See Itinerary for specific daily ride distances and
mileage options.
This area is characterized by moderately steep singletrack, loose rocks and moderate exposure. A few trails are more steep and
technical, composed of rocky sections with uneven roots, small drops and occasional jumps.
What are the options for a non-rider travel companion?
On most Trek Travel trips, we offer non-riding options for riders who want to take the afternoon off, or travel companions who want to
spend little or no time in the saddle. Some of these options may need to be scheduled before your trip–please contact one of our Trip
Consultants for more information. Expenses and/or related transportation to these activities may not be included in the trip price. See
Included In The Trip Price for more information. Some non-riding options on this trip are:
Hiking
Swimming
Distillery tour/Tasting (not included in trip price)
What is weather going to be like?
August in Whistler, BC is characterized by decreasing daily high temperatures, decreasing from 73°F to 69°F over the course of the
month, exceeding 78°F or dropping below 64°F only occasionally. Overnight lows in August are fairly cool, averaging 55° F. August is
also usually the driest summer month, averaging around 1.5" of rain for the month.
HOW BIG ARE THE GROUPS?
The average group size on a Trek Travel trip powered by Big Mountain is 4-10 guests. If you wish to find out how many people are on
your specific trip, please contact our Trip Consultant via email at [email protected].
WHAT BIKES WILL WE RIDE?
Specific models depend on the destination. On your Whistler mountain bike trip, the use of a Trek Remedy 7 27.5 full suspension
mountain bike is included in the price of your trip. You will be given one bike for the duration of the trip.
HOW ARE TRIPS POWERED BY BIG MOUNTAIN DIFFERENT FROM OTHER TREK TRAVEL TRIPS?
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We have partnered with Big Mountain Bike Adventures to bring our guests closer to some of the best singletrack mountain bike riding
on the planet. On these trips, your guides will be both from Trek Travel and from Big Mountain, combining the expertise of leading
cycling vacations of a lifetime with backcountry experts of mountain biking.
What kind of support do you offer?
Each day your guides will describe the featured ride and your supported options for the day. Those who want more miles and more
technical terrain and those who want less may split into two groups in order to ride different trails or simply go at different speeds. If you
choose not to ride with a guide you will need a thorough understanding of the trail map, adequate food and water, and tools to address
bike repair issues that may arise. Cell coverage is limited in the areas you’ll be riding so you must be self-sufficient.
We will offer shuttles to and from the trailhead some days, but other rides begin and end closer to town, or in town. You are always
welcome to ride directly back to the hotel for more miles on the days that shuttles are offered. Each day, depending on the featured
ride, the weather, and the desires of the group, your guides will decide how best to support the ride with a combination of on the bike
support and vehicle support.
What kind of information is provided?
When a trip is booked, a guest confirmation letter is immediately sent out. One week prior to the trip start you will receive an email
containing a trip start meeting location reminder and any last minute information that you will need to know before your trip. Once you
arrive at your destination Trek Travel staff will brief you on the day-to-day plan for the trip and provide you with a packet containing daily
route guides and a detailed map allowing you to ride with complete confidence and independence.
Can I bring my own bike?
You are more than welcome to bring your own bike, but please keep in mind Trek Travel cannot assume responsibility for the safety of
or damage to your bike that may exceed what and how we maintain the safety and well-being of our own fleet of bikes. You are
responsible for providing the maintenance to your bike and any spare parts that may be used during the trip. You are also responsible
for assembling your bike upon arrival and disassembling it upon departure.
What kind of shape do I need to be in?
You don't need to be a professional athlete to enjoy a Trek Travel mountain bike trip, however due to the level of riding we do
encourage each guest to come with a good level of physical fitness. This vacation is most appropriate for Rider Type 3 & 4. Please
consult our Rider Types to find out what type of weekly rides you should be able to complete in order to enjoy this vacation or talk with
your Trip Consultant for more information. We always recommend that guests consult their physician before coming on a cycling
vacation.
What if I have to change or cancel my trip?
We understand things happen in life and sometimes you have to cancel or change your bike tour. We want to make it as easy as
possible to do so and below you will find our timeline. If you ever have a question, just give us a call, 866 464 8735. Read our
cancellation policy.
General FAQs
Didn't find what you were looking for? Check out our General FAQs section. You will find answers to all the most common questions
that don't necessarily pertain to a specific trip.
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