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Overview
Perform at the Vancouver Heritage Festival with the opportunity to march in a televised parade! Showcase your ensemble’s talents on an international stage in one of North America’s most beautiful cities. Students will grow as performers through expert instruction and feedback from adjudicators. This unique opportunity includes the Capilano Bridge or Grouse Mountain Tour and an Awards Ceremony at P.N.E. Playland. Add optional attractions like the Vancouver Aquarium.
Itinerary
Day 1
Travel to Vancouver, BC
Super Skyride to the top of Grouse Mountain (optional)
Everything that makes Vancouver great comes together at Grouse Mountain. The Skyride takes visitors on a one-mile journey to the Peak Chalet, 3,700 feet above sea level for breathtaking panoramic views of the city, ocean, and surrounding mountains.
Day 2
Festival performances
Take the Heritage Festival stage and showcase your ensemble in a professionally adjudicated performance, with 30-35 minutes on stage for a panel of three adjudicators who provide both written and recorded feedback. Following your performance, one adjudicator leads an on-stage clinic with your group, offering real-time instruction and reinforcing techniques that connect directly to your classroom learning, while students also have the opportunity to watch peer ensembles and gain inspiration from other performances.
Day 3
Festival performances continued
Festival performances continue throughout the day. Your ensemble’s scheduled performance time will be shared in advance, allowing you to plan your day accordingly while enjoying the full festival experience.
Capilano Suspension Bridge Park visit
Originally built in 1889, Capilano Suspension Bridge stretches 137 metres across and 70 metres above the Capilano River, offering sweeping views of the forest below. The surrounding park provides an immersive look at the region’s history, culture, and natural environment, with interpretive displays throughout the rainforest, along trout ponds, and among towering evergreens.
Awards Ceremony at P.N.E. Playground
Celebrate at your exclusive awards ceremony hosted at P.N.E. Playground, where choirs, orchestras, and bands are recognized for high scores within their class, and standout individuals are honoured for exceptional performances. The evening also includes rides and a picnic dinner with your group.
Day 4
More sightseeing or optional activities
Depart for home
Already Included
Transportation to & from your destination
Hotel accommodations
Adjudicated group performances and an optional solo/duo competition
Feedback clinics led by professional performers
WorldAssist staff members available 24/7/365 should your group need extra help
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Health & Safety
Travel Protection Plan Plus
Every program includes comprehensive travel protection with medical and cancellation coverage. Add our optional Cancel for Any Reason waiver for complete peace of mind.
Name Badges
WorldStrides-branded lanyards provide clear identification and easy access to our WorldAssist phone number, should your student need help.
Doctors on Call
An exclusive relationship with the George Washington University Medical Faculty Associates that grants our travelers 24/7 access to medical care through telehealth consultations.
WorldAssist
WorldStrides staff members available 24/7/365 should your group need extra help.
AXA Mental Health Services
For added peace-of-mind, all travelers have confidential access to a behavioral health care specialist while on tour should the need arise.
Financial Assistance
Financial Assistance
Through the WorldStrides Canada Financial Assistance Program (FAP), we provide travel grants to elementary and secondary school facing financial hardship. These grants, which can be up to $250 for coach tours and up to $1,000 for flight tours, are designed to make our programs more accessible to students from all backgrounds. Interested families are encouraged to speak with their school to learn more about our confidential application process.
Payment Plans
Monthly Automated Plan
Enroll with a deposit of $99 plus the cost of your travel protection plan (if included). We’ll automatically debit the rest of your tour fee from your chequing account in equal monthly payments, with the final payment due 35 days before you travel.
Please note: If two consecutive payments are declined, your account will be moved to the 4-Step Manual Plan.
4-Step Manual Plan
Manage your payments manually with a $249 initial payment plus your travel protection plan costs (if included). You’ll then make three more payments at key milestones as your departure date approaches. The final balance is due 65 days before your trip.
Please note: Payments on this plan are not automatically deducted and must be made manually.
Fundraising Tools
We are committed to helping you make your educational travel dreams a reality. We offer a comprehensive Fundraising Guide packed with creative ideas, tips, and resources to help you and your students reach your fundraising goals. From setting a timeline to brainstorming innovative campaigns, our guide provides a structured approach to make fundraising a fun and engaging experience for everyone involved.