A Family Winter Weekend Getaway in Kamloops, BC - Sample Itinerary

 

Visit Winter in Kamloops this year!  Close to get to.... but a world away. Over 2,000 hours of sunshine a year and four very defined seasons that allow you to enjoy your favourite time of year. The weather and climate of Kamloops invite people to enjoy a multitude of recreation opportunities. Kamloops blends energizing, recreational opportunities with a culture of warm, welcoming, real people, allowing visitors to let loose and just play.

Have a look below at just one sample itinerary that may inspire you to visit Kamloops. Our website contains maps of Kamloops that can help you plan your weekend getaway:

 

Friday:

> Arrive in Kamloops and check into your accommodation. Have dinner at one of Kamloops, BC's 200+ restaurants, from family dining, to fine dining, to pubs and bistros.

Spirit of Christmas Train Kamloops Heritage Railway

Spirit of Christmas Train Kamloops Heritage Railway
> Bundle up and head down to the Kamloops Heritage Railway for the Spirit of Christmas Train behind the 2141 Steam Engine. Bring the kids to see Santa, Mrs. Claus and other holiday characters, while sipping on a cup of hot chocolate.

> After your hour-long train trip, head back to your accommodation for a good night's rest.

 

Saturday:

> Enjoy a hearty breakfast, and then head out to Harper Mountain, where you can spend the morning downhill skiing on a family-friendly hill. Skiing in Kamloops, British Columbia

Skiing in Kamloops, British Columbia

> After lunch at the lodge, hit up the tube park for an afternoon of fun!

> Cozy up to a fireplace at Hoodoo's Restaurant or another one of Kamloops' dining choices for dinner.

> Enjoy the beauty of over 400,000 lights which create 350 life-size wildlife sculptures at the BC Wildlife Park's Wildlights Presentation. Kids will love the Giant Maze and Wildlife Express miniature train.

 

Sunday:

> After breakfast, rent snowshoes from Spoke n' Motion or Runner's Sole and make the quick 20 minute drive to Stake Lake. Spend the morning exploring their miles of trails.

Snowshoeing in Kamloops, British Columbia

Snowshoeing in Kamloops, British Columbia
> Return your snowshoes, grab some lunch and get ready for your trip home.

> Thanks for visiting Kamloops! Be sure to come again! Check out our other itineraries to plan your next trip!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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