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GUIDED TOUR

Karaoke Christmas Lights Trolley Tour

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Duration

Plan for 3h

ADULT

from C$64

child

from C$32

Returning 2021

About This Tour

Karaoke Christmas Lights Tour

Upon pickup, guests will sing their way past the city lights of downtown before arriving at Bright Nights at Stanley Park. After being given time to walk through the light display and take in Stanley Park’s holiday magic, the tour will continue along and view local light displays such as the English Bay Christmas Tree, Hycroft Manor and Canuck Place. The second stop of the evening will be at VanDusen Botanical Garden where guests will disembark once again to enjoy the Festival of Lights. Hop aboard one last time for the return trip to downtown Vancouver and viewing of St. Paul’s Hospital Lights of Hope.

Bright Nights at Stanley Park is one of the major fundraisers for The BC Professional Fire Fighter’s Burn Fund. All donations collected at this event are donated to help burn survivors and their families. A donation to the Burn Fund is included in each ticket on the Karaoke Christmas Lights Tour. To make an additional donation or for more information please visit www.burnfund.org.

Please Note:

If you are seeking to inquire Private Charter services or have a group of 20 or more please click here, or call our Contact Centre at 604-451-1600 for further information.  Note that smaller groups booking the normal scheduled tour may not be guaranteed seating on the same vehicle.

*All children must be accompanied by an adult.

EXPLORATION HIGHLIGHTS

Stanley Park Bright Nights

During the holiday season, the Bright Nights Christmas lights display sparkle Stanley Park with three million twinkling lights. A portion of ticket sales will go towards the BC Professional Fire Fighters' Burn Fund.

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Canuck Place

 Every Christmas the Canuck Place Children’s Hospice kick off the holiday season by lighting  over 60,000 festive lights with the help of donors, partners, friends and family members. The lights represent giving light and hope to over 670 children and families with life-threatening illnesses in the Canuck Place program, from all over British Columbia.
The festive house is a celebration of the community to caring supporters who contribute and support the funding of pediatric palliative care for children and families across BC.

VanDusen Festival of Lights

Visit the spectacular VanDusen Botanical Garden to explore their beautifully themed gardens, festive events and activities such as the popular Festival of Lights, A-Maze-ing Egg Hunt, and more. The garden offers educational programs, volunteer services, a library and resource centre at the Garden, perfect for families and those seeking to learn more about biodiversity.

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Karaoke Bus Tour

Frequently Asked Questions

General FAQ

What is the cancellation policy?
Cancellations made after 3pm the day before scheduled departure will be 100% non-refundable.
What is the Alcohol Policy?
Alcohol Policy: The consumption of alcohol during the tour, arrival intoxicated or disruptive behavior during the tour will result in the guest(s) being asked to leave the tour (no refund will be given).  
What should I wear?
Outdoor attire is highly recommended: Comfortable walking shoes, wind resistant jacket and umbrella.
Do you pick up from hotels?
No, our meeting place is 999 Canada Place Way. Please be at our Canada Place Welcome Kiosk by 6:15 pm the night of your tour.
What if I need to use the washroom?
We advise all guests to use the washroom prior to boarding. However, there will be opportunities to use washroom at Stanley Park Bright Lights and the VanDusen Botanical Gardens.  
Are there any age restrictions?
No, this tour is suitable for all ages.
Are attraction admission tickets included in the tour?
Yes, the VanDusen Botanical Garden Festival of Lights and Stanley Park Bright Lights admission tickets are included in the tour.
Are the vehicles heated?
The vehicles are heated, however we do recommend dressing warm as you will be outside for a portion of the tour.
Are strollers, wheelchairs and walkers allowed on the tour?
We will accept wheelchairs, walkers and strollers ONLY if they can be folded/collapsed and will fit between the seat occupied by the guest and the seat in front of them. Please note, that we do need at least 24 hours in advance and it is dependent on availability. To inform us of this please leave a comment in your booking or contact us at 604-451-1600.
Are there any requirements and restrictions if you are travelling in a group?
If you are travelling in a large group please call our Contact Centre, and notify them of the groups you are travelling with. We will try our best to keep all groups together, however, it is not guaranteed. In addition, if you are seeking to inquire Private Charter services or have a group of 20 or more please click here, or call our Contact Centre at 604-451-1600 or e-mail charters@glwcs.com for further information.  Note that smaller groups booking the normal scheduled tour may not be guaranteed seating on the same vehicle.  
Are children allowed to travel by themselves?

No, at least 1 adult must book and travel with any children under the age of 12.

Do you allow pets on the bus?
With the exception of registered service dogs, no pets are allowed on board.
Are the tours wheelchair accessible?

Unfortunately, we are unable to accommodate motorized scooters/wheelchairs or folding wheelchairs, walkers or strollers on our Hop-On, Hop-Off buses due to limited storage capacity and provincial laws prohibiting luggage and other items which are not securely or properly stored onboard.

Gray Line Westcoast Sightseeing can offer folding wheelchair, walker and stroller accessible buses on our Guided Tours.  We cannot accommodate motorized scooters/wheelchairs on any of our buses. Please check with our Contact Centre for the availability of a wheelchair accessible bus before confirming your tour by calling 604-451-1600 or at info@westcoastsightseeing.com.

For guests who were looking forward to our Hop-On, Hop-Off Sightseeing experience, we are happy to offer a special rate of $69 per person to our City + Lookout tour guided tour for the entire group. Please contact our Contact Centre to check availability.

We are not able to accept any type of motorized scooters/wheelchairs on our buses.

How do we pay for tours and attractions?

Gray Line Westcoast Sightseeing accepts payment with VISA, Mastercard and American Express. Direct Debit is currently not available.

Tickets purchased through WeChat or Alipay will not be accepted.

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Gray Line Westcoast Sightseeing

Prices include attraction admission and taxes. Gratuity is optional and is not included in the price. If you feel our staff have gone above and beyond your expectations, gratuity will be greatly appreciated.

ADULT

From

C$64

CHILD

From

C$32