Ski & Ride Vacation Packages at Whistler Blackcomb

View of Whistler Creekside Village and Creekside Gondola At Whistler Blackcomb from Lower Dave Murray

When it comes to booking a world-class ski and ride vacation, it is tough to beat Whistler-Blackcomb. Not only is Whistler Blackcomb the largest ski area in North America, but the resort offers several avenues for saving big on your dream vacation.

From once-in-a-lifetime offerings like Ski or Ride with an Olympian, or more simple pleasures like winter sightseeing on the PEAK 2 PEAK Gondola, Whistler Blackcomb has it all. Once you enjoy the longest runs in North America, breathtaking mountain vistas, and majestic old-growth forests, you will return to Whistler Blackcomb time and again.

Snowfall

Located deep in the heart of the Pacific Northwest, the Coast Mountain Range is synonymous with huge amounts of snow. Importantly, the same weather that is responsible for the temperate rainforests of the region also contributes to the 450 in of snow Whistler Blackcomb receives each year.

Alpine Bowls

Whistler Blackcomb offers an abundance of skiing and riding options far above the treeline. With such lifts as Peak Express and Showcase T Bar topping out at an elevation over 7000 ft., you have access to near-endless skiing and riding in alpine bowls and glaciers. This alpine terrain will give you all the big mountain skiing and riding you can handle.

Terrain Parks

No world-class ski resort would be complete without best-in-class terrain park options. With a resident population of pro skiers and snowboarders, as well as a lively community of young shredders, the terrain parks at Whistler Blackcomb have something for everyone.

Terrain park options at Blackcomb and Whistler Mountains include:

  • Big Easy Terrain Garden - Blackcomb
  • Whistler Terrain Park - Blackcomb
  • Highest Level Park - Blackcomb
  • The School Yard - Whistler

Apres in Whistler Village

The fun doesn’t stop after a day of skiing and riding at Whistler Blackcomb. In fact, the resort and village at Whistler Blackcomb have some of the best apres ski options in the entire industry.

After you are done exploring the mountain, be sure to pay a visit to the following establishments:

Whistler Village also has a ton of great entertainment options. The village is pedestrian-only, so you can experience this incredible mountain environment without the distraction and noise of automobiles. Once in Whistler Village, there are a wide variety of dining and shopping establishments to peruse. 

Lodging Deals at Whistler Mountain and Blackcomb Mountain

When you book directly through the resort at Whistler Blackcomb, you will get the very best lodging deals on a vacation in the Pacific Northwest. Passholders with Epic Passes, EDGE Cards, and Unlimited Season Passes save up to 20% on lodging at the resort. If you don’t have a season pass, there are still plenty of great lodging deals at Whistler Blackcomb.

Lodging Options at Whistler Mountain and Blackcomb Mountain

As the largest ski resort in North America, Whistler Blackcomb has a wide variety of lodging options. From luxurious slopeside hotels to remote vacation homes, you'll find what you're looking for at Whistler Blackcomb.

Slopeside

There is nothing more convenient on a ski and ride vacation than a slopeside hotel room or condo. Whistler Blackcomb has a ton of ski-in / ski-out options, including the Hilton Whistler Resort & Spa - the host resort to the 2010 Winter Olympic Games.

Hotels

Whistler Blackcomb has endless hotel options. There are several five-star hotels, including the Westin Resort & Spa. For those families looking to stretch their vacation longer, there are also a ton of great 3-star and 4-star hotels in Whistler Blackcomb.

Private Residences

Many families prefer to rent a private residence for their ski and ride vacations. Luckily, Whistler Blackcomb has a huge variety of vacation rentals. By renting a home, you keep your whole family together beneath a single roof. Even better, you can enjoy such perks as full kitchens and fireplaces.

Condos

Renting a condo on your ski and ride vacation to Whistler Blackcomb provides the perfect balance between the conveniences of hotels and private residences. With a condo, your whole family can stay slopeside, while also paying less money than you would with multiple hotel rooms.

Family snow school lesson

Lift Tickets at Whistler Blackcomb Mountain

No matter what your ski and ride interests are at Whistler Blackcomb, there are great lift ticket options available.

  • Epic Pass

As part of the Vail Resorts portfolio, Epic Passes give skiers and riders access to Whistler Blackcomb, as well as a number of world-class resorts in the United States and beyond. Epic pass holders also get 20% discounts on lodging, rentals, food, and more at Whistler Blackcomb.

  • EDGE Cards

EDGE Cards are multi-day lift tickets that are only available to residents of Canada and Washington State. EDGE Cards work at many of the same resorts as the Epic Pass.

  • Whistler Blackcomb Unlimited Season Pass

The Whistler Blackcomb Unlimited Pass is a great option for people who plan on skiing and riding almost exclusively at Whistler Blackcomb. These pass holders also enjoy zero blackout days.

Winter Lift Tickets

You can purchase single-day lift tickets for Whistler Blackcomb at resort ticket windows as well as online.

Equipment Rentals at Whistler Blackcomb

Whistler Blackcomb has a full array of equipment rentals on hand at the resort. For your convenience, rental equipment can be dropped off directly at your hotel, or you can pick it up yourself at the store.

Skiers

Skiers at Whistler Blackcomb are treated to several rental options. These include:

  • Sport Skis
  • Demo Skis
  • Performance Skis

If you aren't sure which skis will work best, it is always possible to trade out your current skis for a different pair.

Snowboarders / Riders

With so many world-class riders at Whistler Blackcomb, the resort goes to great lengths to stock the latest snowboard equipment. Riders at Whistler Blackcomb can choose between the following types of snowboards:

  • Sport Snowboard
  • Demo Snowboard

If you're lucky enough to visit Whistler Blackcomb on a powder day, you can always trade-in your snowboard for a demo powder snowboard.

Transportation Deals to Whistler, British Columbia

People love the remoteness and ruggedness of the Coast Mountain Range. Yet, the resort at Whistler Blackcomb is still easy to access with great transportation deals.

Deals from Vancouver

The Whistler Shuttle is an extremely convenient way to get from Vancouver International Airport directly to Whistler Blackcomb. Enjoy door-to-door service any time of the year with this shuttle service.

Deals from Washington

If you're flying into an airport in Washington State, you have several choices for car rentals. Whether you're flying into Seattle or Bellingham, be sure to have a look at car rental options.

Experiences Unique to the Pacific Northwest

The Pacific Northwest offers skiing and riding experiences like nothing else in the world. Whether gliding across a glacier or skiing through the massive old-growth forests of the Pacific Northwest, Whistler Blackcomb is replete with once-in-a-lifetime experiences.

Unique activities in the Pacific Northwest include:

  • Glacier skiing
  • Backcountry skiing and riding
  • Hiking and skiing old-growth forests
  • Heli-skiing and riding
  • Ski or ride with an Olympian
  • Bobsleigh and skeleton rides
  • PEAK 2 PEAK gondola rides

Book Winter Vacations Directly through Whistler Blackcomb Resort

The best way to save on a ski vacation package at Whistler Blackcomb is by purchasing an Epic Pass, EDGE Card, or Whistler Blackcomb Unlimited Season Pass. Or, booking your trip directly through the resort offers savings unavailable through other avenues.

The main lodging deals to look for on the Whistler Blackcomb website include: