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🗽🌲 New York & Vancouver Adventure 🌲🗽

Valerie Avermann

Valerie Avermann

2 Jan 2024

Embark on a thrilling 12-day journey through the bustling streets of New York and the breathtaking landscapes of Vancouver. Discover iconic landmarks, immerse yourself in vibrant cultures, and create unforgettable memories in these two incredible cities.

Day 1Liberty's Radiance
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$100

Statue of Liberty
Iconic National Monument opened in 1886, offering guided tours & a museum, plus harbor & city views.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$100
Day 2Urban Wonders Unveiled
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$160

Rockefeller Center
Famous complex that's home to TV studios, plus a seasonal ice rink & a giant Christmas tree.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$160
8 - 12 min

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Times Square
Bustling destination in the heart of the Theater District known for bright lights, shopping & shows.
10:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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Free
Day 3Nature's Oasis
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$0

Central Park
Sprawling park with pedestrian paths & ballfields, plus a zoo, carousel, boat rentals & a reservoir.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
Day 4Sky-High Marvels and Artistic Treasures
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$328

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$ 11

Empire State Building
Iconic, art deco office tower from 1931 with exhibits & observatories on the 86th & 102nd floors.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$208
32 - 39 min

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The Metropolitan Museum of Art
A grand setting for one of the world's greatest collections of art, from ancient to contemporary.
10:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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$120

Budget breakdown: $1558 In total

Activities & Food:$1493
Transport:$65
Day 1Liberty's Radiance
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$55

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$ 9

VanDusen Botanical Garden
Space with ever-changing greenery, flowers & art installations plus fine dining & a casual cafe.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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$55
11 - 14 min

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Kitsilano Beach Park
Scenic stretch of sand & lawn with a playground, tennis courts & a heated outdoor saltwater pool.
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
Day 2Urban Wonders Unveiled
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$90

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$ 18

Museum of Anthropology at UBC
Large Arthur Erickson–designed museum at UBC devoted to cultural artifacts from around the world.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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$90
18 - 22 min

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Granville Island Public Market
Popular indoor market with restaurants, bars & cafes, plus gourmet food stalls & artisan boutiques.
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
10 - 12 min

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Gastown Steam Clock
Built in 1977, this well-known, antique-style clock is powered by steam & whistles to tell the time.
11:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
Day 3Nature's Oasis
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$125

Science World
Interactive science displays & films for kids from toddlers to early teens, inside a geodesic dome.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$125
Day 4Sky-High Marvels and Artistic Treasures
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$190

Vancouver Lookout
Sightseers ascend this tower in a glass elevator to an observation deck with 360° views of the city.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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$100
9 - 14 min

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Vancouver Art Gallery
Gallery known for its touring exhibits, work by local artists (like Emily Carr) & photo collection.
9:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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$90
Day 5Aquatic Wonders and Majestic Dams
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$175

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$ 9

Vancouver Aquarium
Popular kid-friendly attraction showcases local & exotic aquatic life with a focus on conservation.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$175
22 - 27 min

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Cleveland Dam
Long-running dam with a 200-ft. spillway & hatchery in a verdant setting with trails & vistas.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
Day 6Suspension Bridge Spectacular
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$270

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$ 9

Capilano Suspension Bridge Park
Built in 1889, this 137m-long treetop bridge offers scenic views of the forest below.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$270
14 - 17 min

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Lynn Canyon Suspension Bridge
Scenic canyon with a suspension bridge in a 617-acre forest with hiking trails & swimming holes.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
Day 7Exploring Nature's Abundance
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$0

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$ 9

Stanley Park
Vancouver's largest urban park has beaches, trails & family attractions, plus a picturesque seawall.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
23 - 28 min

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Deer Lake Park
Scenic picnic areas & lakeside trails leading to the Burnaby Art Gallery & other attractions.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
Day 8Market Delights
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$0

Lonsdale Quay Market
Sizable, waterfront marketplace with unique retailers, food vendors & cafes, plus a boutique hotel.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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Free

Budget breakdown: $1558 In total

Activities & Food:$1493
Transport:$65