Ski Hills in the Thompson Okanagan
The cities in the South Thompson are built around the South Thompson River and are located right next to their very own ski mountains, Sun Peaks Resort and Harper Mountain. Due to its unique climate, summers are hot here and winters are cold and snowy, creating outdoor recreational activities year round from hiking, mountain biking, and golf to skiing and cross country skiing.
Along with the food and wine culture of the Central Okanagan, outdoor lovers will be excited by the extensive trail networks, rock climbing opportunities, and Big White Ski Resort, located 45 minutes outside of Kelowna.
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Itinerary Snapshot:
Day 1: Arrive at Kamloops Airport and check in at Coast Kamloops Hotel & Conference Centre. From there, DiVine Tours will take you for a 4-hour craft beer tour with lunch included. After there will be some free time to relax or explore Kamloops before dinner at Romeo’s Kitchen and Spirits.
Day 2: Depart for Sun Peaks and check in at Sun Peak Grand Hotel and Conference Centre or Coast Sundance Lodge. Once you have collected rentals and lift tickets from Elevation Bike, Ski & Board enjoy a 1-hour tour with Mountain Man Dog Sled Adventures followed by a private ski lesson. When you get hungry head to apres-Ski at Bottoms Bar & Grill. In the afternoon, embark on a snowshoe tour with Discover Sun Peaks Adventures before dinner at Mountain High Pizza.
Day 3: Enjoy the morning at Cahilty Creek Kitchen & Taproom with free time in the morning to ski, go to the pool/hot tub, or tubing. Have lunch at Masa’s Bar + Grill then check in for McGillivray Lake Explorer Snowmobile Tour. End the day with Axe-throwing at Cleavage Axe Co and dinner at Morrisey’s Public House.
Day 4: Depart for Vernon where you’ll head for a tour, wine tasting, and lunch at BLOCK ONE Restaurant at 50th Parallel. Then, on to the next ski hill Big White Ski Resort and check in at the Inn at Big White. Enjoy some free time at Big White Ski Resort followed by dinner at Globe Cafe & Tapas.
Day 5: Start with breakfast at The Bullwheel then pick up lift tickets and rental gear from Rental Shop. Try a 3-hour private ski lesson or go ice skating, tubing, or snowshoeing. Fuel up with lunch at The Woods Restaurant before a 2-hour dog sledding tour with Candle Creek Kennels, followed by free time for skiing or other activities. End the day with dinner & Sleigh Bells and admire Big White’s pristine beauty as the majestic Clydesdale horses guide the sleigh through a snow-covered forest to our cozy cabin.
Day 6: On the last morning head to Clocktower Coffee Co. and try the Grab and Go sandwiches, hot and ready for pick-up in the Village Centre Mall before departure.
