You booked this experience
Make your trip unforgettable

Vancouver–Kamloops Self-Guided Coquihalla Audio Driving Tour

5 Reviews 4.20 out of 5 stars Based on 5 reviews collected by Cool Vancouver and TripAdvisor | Kamloops, Canada
Don't miss out!
On average, this is booked 24 (0) days in advance.

4 to 5 hours (approx.)
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English
Instant confirmation

Overview

Follow the Trans-Canada Highway through the Fraser Valley and the Coquihalla Highway over the mountains between Vancouver and Kamloops. Allow about 4–5 hours for the roughly 350 km drive, plus optional stops. This self-guided smartphone tour has 45 mapped Cool Vancouver itinerary entries and 60+ Tripvia audio stories, including Fort Langley, Bridal Falls, the Hope Slide, the Coquihalla summit, Merritt and the Thompson Plateau.

Travel in either direction in your own vehicle and explore at your own pace. GPS-triggered audio plays as you drive, while a live route map helps you follow the journey. Download before departure for offline use; pause and resume whenever you like. There is no in-person guide. Optional attraction entry, parking and detours are separate. Check DriveBC and park notices for changing mountain conditions and seasonal access.

What's Included

  • Flexible access to pause and resume at your own pace
  • One booking per vehicle
  • Tour available anytime after download, with no fixed schedule
  • Smartphone or tablet (bring your own; headphones optional, audio plays from the device speaker)
  • Vehicle, fuel and transportation (drive your own vehicle)
  • Attraction admission and optional interior access
See 6 moreSee 7 more

Meeting Location

Meeting point
End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What To Expect

Book Online

Our secure website provides real-time availability, instant confirmation, and free, no-hassle cancellations up to 24 hours before your tour begins.
Read more

Safe & secure Easy breezy Hassle‑free

British Columbia (pass by)

Travel from Vancouver to Kamloops through the Fraser Valley and Coquihalla mountains at your own pace.
Read more

Coquitlam (pass by)

Pass Coquitlam and explore stories of Coast Salish homelands and the city's changing landscape.
Read more

Port Mann Bridge (pass by)

Cross the Port Mann Bridge for broad Fraser River views as you enter Surrey.
Read more

Serpentine River (pass by)

Follow the Serpentine River through the Fraser Valley's wetlands and farmland.
Read more

Langley (pass by)

See how Langley blends growing communities with a deep agricultural past.
Read more

Fort Langley (pass by)

Fort Langley is a riverside village with heritage streets and a storied role in British Columbia's history.
Read more

Fort Langley National Historic Site (pass by)

Fort Langley National Historic Site is an optional detour to a restored Hudson's Bay Company trading post; admission is separate.
Read more

Abbotsford (pass by)

Travel past Abbotsford's farms, mountain views and vibrant Fraser Valley communities.
Read more

Mount Baker - Snoqualmie National Forest (pass by)

Mount Baker's snow-capped summit rises across the U.S. border on clear days.
Read more

Burnaby Village Museum (pass by)

Burnaby Village Museum recreates a historic tram-stop community; an optional visit depends on its seasonal hours.
Read more

Sumas Lake (pass by)

The former Sumas Lake basin tells a striking story of drainage, farming and changing Fraser Valley landscapes.
Read more

Chilliwack (pass by)

Chilliwack is a Fraser Valley city framed by rivers, farmland and mountain scenery.
Read more

Trans-Canada Highway & Gibson Road (pass by)

Enjoy a lighthearted story about notable British Columbians as the highway crosses the valley.
Read more

Harrison Hot Springs (pass by)

Harrison Hot Springs is an optional lakeside detour known for its mountain setting and mineral-water resort.
Read more

Bridal Falls (pass by)

Bridal Falls is an optional waterfall detour near the village of Bridal Falls.
Read more

Fraser River (pass by)

Follow the broad Fraser River, a vital waterway for salmon, communities and trade.
Read more

Mountain View Summer Camp (pass by)

The Fraser River's sockeye salmon runs are a defining natural spectacle and cultural story.
Read more

Sasquatch Provincial Park (pass by)

Sasquatch Provincial Park is an optional detour to lakes and forest near Harrison Hot Springs.
Read more

The Hope Slide (pass by)

See the immense scar of the Hope Slide and learn how this 1965 landslide reshaped the valley.
Read more

Hope (pass by)

Hope marks the meeting of mountain routes and makes a convenient place for a break.
Read more

Cultus Lake (pass by)

Cultus Lake is a popular optional detour for lakeside scenery and recreation.
Read more

CMPV+JV Hope (pass by)

Enjoy another brief story about notable British Columbians as you approach Hope.
Read more

Coquihalla River Provincial Park (pass by)

Coquihalla River Provincial Park offers a scenic river corridor near Hope; any walk is optional.
Read more

Ladner Creek Bridge (pass by)

See the historic Ladner Creek Trestle from the highway; do not enter restricted or private land.
Read more

Coquihalla Highway (pass by)

Climb the Coquihalla Highway through dramatic mountain passes and changing forest.
Read more

Coquihalla Summit Recreation Area (pass by)

The Coquihalla Summit Recreation Area reveals high-elevation scenery and rapidly changing mountain weather.
Read more

Britton Creek (pass by)

Britton Creek recalls the Coquihalla's gold-rush history amid forested mountain terrain.
Read more

Coldwater River Provincial Park (pass by)

Coldwater River Provincial Park protects a river corridor known for steelhead habitat.
Read more

Murray Lake (pass by)

Murray Lake is a quiet fishing and recreation area off the main route.
Read more

Brookmere (pass by)

Brookmere is a small historic railway community tucked into the mountain landscape.
Read more

Kettle Valley Railway Trail (pass by)

The Kettle Valley Rail Trail follows a former railway line through striking southern BC scenery.
Read more

Kettle Valley Steam Railway (pass by)

The Kettle Valley Steam Railway is a separate optional attraction in Summerland, far from the main drive.
Read more

Coquihalla Canyon Provincial Park (pass by)

Visit the Othello Tunnels on an optional detour to Coquihalla Canyon Provincial Park, subject to current trail conditions.
Read more

25CH+5W Merritt (pass by)

Cougars are elusive residents of BC's mountains and forests; admire wildlife only from a safe distance.
Read more

Godey Creek Trail (pass by)

Godey Creek Trail is an optional Merritt-area mountain biking route, with access and conditions to check locally.
Read more

Merritt (pass by)

Merritt is a ranching town with a strong country-music identity in the Nicola Valley.
Read more

Nicola Lake (pass by)

Nicola Lake is a scenic optional detour near Merritt, with open water and dry hills.
Read more

Monck Provincial Park (pass by)

Monck Park sits beside Nicola Lake; park gates and services operate seasonally.
Read more

Thompson Plateau (pass by)

The Thompson Plateau opens into broad grassland and mountain views near Kamloops.
Read more

Cascade Range (pass by)

The Cascade Range shapes the dramatic peaks and passes along the Coquihalla.
Read more

Thompson River (pass by)

Follow the Thompson River through a landscape of dry valleys and long Indigenous history.
Read more

Timber Lake (pass by)

Timber Lake offers a quiet glimpse of the lakes and wetlands south of Kamloops.
Read more

Inks Lake Road (pass by)

Yellow-bellied marmots thrive in the rocky grasslands of BC's Interior.
Read more

Thompson River (pass by)

The Thompson River winds west of Kamloops through a broad, sunlit valley.
Read more

Walloper Lake Provincial Park (pass by)

Walloper Lake Provincial Park is an optional nature stop among the small lakes south of Kamloops.
Read more
Show 44 more stops

Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Self-guided drive in your own vehicle; most stories describe outdoor or pass-by sights. Optional trails, parks and attraction interiors have variable surfaces and access, and the full route is not practical by public transportation. You can still complete the audio tour when nearby buildings are closed. Check DriveBC for Coquihalla weather, road restrictions and construction, and check seasonal hours before making optional detours.

Frequently Asked Questions (7)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Vancouver–Kamloops Self-Guided Coquihalla Audio Driving Tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (PDT). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

Still have questions?

We're here to help.
Activity code: C-214606P39

Traveler Photos

Reviews

4.20
5 reviews

Average 4.20 out of 5 stars based on 5 traveler reviews collected by Cool Vancouver and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor

5 stars
3
4 stars
1
3 stars
0
2 stars
1
1 star
0
Don't miss out!
On average, this is booked 24 (0) days in advance.

Similar Tours & Activities

Vancouver to Kamloops Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour

Journey from Vancouver to Kamloops through British Columbia’s stunning landscapes and rich history. Walk the historic grounds of Fort Langley, where the province took shape. …More

Journey from Vancouver to Kamloops through British Columbia’s stunning landscapes and rich history. Walk the historic grounds of Fort Langley, where the province took shape....

4 to 5 hours Free Cancellation
4.5 (2)
from
$15

Get in the holiday spirit with a scavenger hunt by Holly Jolly Hunt in Kamloops

Holly Jolly Hunt is a scavenger hunt that is played using an app on your smartphone, that brings your entire family and friends together for …More

Holly Jolly Hunt is a scavenger hunt that is played using an app on your smartphone, that brings your entire family and friends together for...

1 hour Free Cancellation
4.0 (1)
from
$20

Kamloops–Revelstoke Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour

Explore the Trans-Canada Highway between Kamloops and Revelstoke on a flexible GPS-guided audio driving tour. Commentary plays automatically, and the route can be enjoyed in …More

Explore the Trans-Canada Highway between Kamloops and Revelstoke on a flexible GPS-guided audio driving tour. Commentary plays automatically, and the route can be enjoyed in...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
4.2 (9)
from
$8

Travelers Who Bought This Tour Also Bought

Kamloops–Revelstoke Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour

Explore the Trans-Canada Highway between Kamloops and Revelstoke on a flexible GPS-guided audio driving tour. Commentary plays automatically, and the route can be enjoyed in …More

Explore the Trans-Canada Highway between Kamloops and Revelstoke on a flexible GPS-guided audio driving tour. Commentary plays automatically, and the route can be enjoyed in...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
4.2 (9)
from
$8

Vancouver to Kamloops Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour

Journey from Vancouver to Kamloops through British Columbia’s stunning landscapes and rich history. Walk the historic grounds of Fort Langley, where the province took shape. …More

Journey from Vancouver to Kamloops through British Columbia’s stunning landscapes and rich history. Walk the historic grounds of Fort Langley, where the province took shape....

4 to 5 hours Free Cancellation
4.5 (2)
from
$15

Get in the holiday spirit with a scavenger hunt by Holly Jolly Hunt in Kamloops

Holly Jolly Hunt is a scavenger hunt that is played using an app on your smartphone, that brings your entire family and friends together for …More

Holly Jolly Hunt is a scavenger hunt that is played using an app on your smartphone, that brings your entire family and friends together for...

1 hour Free Cancellation
4.0 (1)
from
$20

Private Transport from Sun Peak to Vancouver

The vehicles are all licensed and insured All the drivers are experienced. Safe and comfortable private transfer Value for money …More

The vehicles are all licensed and insured All the drivers are experienced. Safe and comfortable private transfer Value for money...

6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
from
$1,073

What's Included

Activity name

  • Flexible access to pause and resume at your own pace
  • One booking per vehicle
  • Tour available anytime after download, with no fixed schedule
  • Narrated stories with special guest characters
  • Live GPS route map and offline tour download
  • Self-guided GPS-triggered smartphone audio tour
  • Smartphone or tablet (bring your own; headphones optional, audio plays from the device speaker)
  • Vehicle, fuel and transportation (drive your own vehicle)
  • Attraction admission and optional interior access
  • Parking fees at optional stops
  • Meals and refreshments
  • In-person guide

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Self-guided drive in your own vehicle; most stories describe outdoor or pass-by sights. Optional trails, parks and attraction interiors have variable surfaces and access, and the full route is not practical by public transportation. You can still complete the audio tour when nearby buildings are closed. Check DriveBC for Coquihalla weather, road restrictions and construction, and check seasonal hours before making optional detours.

Report Product Issue

Activity name