Gondola Rides in Whistler: 8 Worth Every Dollar

1.From Vancouver: Whistler & Sea to Sky Gondola with Shannon Falls

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,640 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $173Our pick

Travel from Vancouver to Whistler along the Sea to Sky Highway, stopping at Shannon Falls and riding the Sea to Sky Gondola above Howe Sound. You get about three hours in Whistler Village, hotel pickup from most downtown hotels, live English commentary, and guides such as Alex, Jason, Andrea, and Jessica. Bring good shoes, but no luggage.

“Great trip! Allow the whole day and enjoy the bus ride. Our guide was Andrea and she was very impressive with her knowledge. She was kind and drove us all around to the various spots in each location. Highly recommend!”

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2.Whistler, Sea to Sky Gondola, and Shannon Falls Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,134 reviews · 10 hours · from $141

Travel from Vancouver along the Sea to Sky Highway with an English-speaking guide, stopping at Shannon Falls, riding the Sea to Sky Gondola, and spending three hours in Whistler. Guides such as Jason, Alex, Leslie, Mary, and Vinny are known for lively local commentary. Hotel pickup, drop-off, and gondola admission are included.

“Jason the driver was amazing at making us feel safe and comfortable during the trip and also gave some amazing facts and knowledge about the local area throughout the drive. would recommend!”

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3.Whistler and Sea to Sky Gondola Tour + Shannon Falls

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 882 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $161

Travel from Vancouver to Whistler by comfortable coach along Highway 99, stopping at Shannon Falls and Squamish’s Sea to Sky Gondola. You’ll get mountain and Howe Sound views, about 90 minutes at the gondola, and roughly four hours to explore Whistler Village. Guides such as Clarkie and Betty are praised for clear directions and lively local commentary.

“We had a wonderful experience. Our tour guide was very knowledgeable and welcoming. I would recommend this tour to family & friends.”

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4.Whistler & Sea to Sky Gondola Day Trip from Vancouver

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 725 reviews · 10 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $185

Travel from Vancouver to Whistler on a 10-hour-30-minute guided day trip with hotel pickup, a Sea to Sky Gondola ticket, Shannon Falls, and three hours in Whistler Village. Guides such as Tim, Kyle, Casey, Rob, and Gavin have led recent departures. Optional Whistler activities cost extra.

“Casey was a great tour guide and we enjoyed the whole day! Gorgeous scenery on the drive and at the stops. Wish I had brought a hat as it was super sunny and hot walking around the town of Whistler where there was minimal shade.”

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5.Vancouver: Sea to Sky Gondola and Whistler Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 636 reviews · 11 hours · from $156

Leave downtown Vancouver by luxury coach for Shannon Falls, then ride the Sea to Sky Gondola to mountain viewpoints, trails, and the Sky Pilot Suspension Bridge. After about 1.5 hours at the summit, continue to Whistler Village for several hours of free time. Guides such as Clarkey, Betty, and Ian add local stories along the way.

“Brilliant day out - our driver was super informative and helpful! All of the stops were well planned - great to see and the timings considered carefully to work for the full day. We had a lovely lunch in Whistler and an ice cream following walking to the Lost Lake which was well worth the walk! Would definitely recommend to anyone wanting a day away from the city of Vancouver.”

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6.Vancouver: Sea To Sky Highway, Gondola, & Whistler Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 140 reviews · 10h 30m · from $181

Travel from Canada Place by air-conditioned mini-coach with an English-speaking guide such as Bernie, Ian, Rene, or Shiloh. Stop at Shannon Falls, ride the Sea to Sky Gondola, cross Sky Pilot Suspension Bridge, and spend about three and a half hours in Whistler. Bring layers, water, and comfortable shoes.

“I highly recommend this experience. The Discover Canada Tours team was well organized and pleasant. I selected this vendor because they offers "small group tours". Everybody was on time, which is crutial for logistics. Our comfortable shuttle could accomodate up to 24 people, we were 13, which was ideal. Our guide and driver, Rene, was so good and clearly enjoys what he does. He went above and beyond to show us all the wonders of this route, including some off-the-beaten path suprises (no spoilers!).”

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7.From Vancouver: Sea to Sky Gondola and Whistler Village Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 54 reviews · 10 hours · from $175

Travel from Vancouver along the Sea to Sky Highway with a professional driver and English-speaking guide. Ride the Sea to Sky Gondola, cross Sky Pilot Suspension Bridge, explore Whistler Village for three hours, and visit Shannon Falls. New coaches have washrooms and power outlets. Guides include Natalia, Emily, Joel, Claudia, and others.

“Joel was amazing! We had fun. No dull time with him.”

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8.From Vancouver: Whistler Tour with Shannon Falls and Gondola

★★★★★★★★★★3.9 · 11 reviews · from $91Best value

Travel from Vancouver along the Sea to Sky Highway to Shannon Falls and Whistler. You get guided transport, about three hours in Whistler, and the option to add the Peak 2 Peak Gondola. Guide Eric has earned praise for helping visitors plan their time, but English commentary may vary by guide.

“seeing the falls and whistler was amazing that was it. we just felt it was a golified taxi service, the tour guide spoke in broken English and he seemed in more interested in the other passengers, when we arrived at whiser no information except the meeting time was provided to us,he went straight over to the other group to provide information . on the way back it was like being in the wacky races the way he was driving. and we nearly had a near miss”

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