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Direction (Vancouver to Kelowna)

Direction (Kelowna to Vancouver)

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Benvoulin and CasorsoFather Pandosy's Mission located here is one of Kelowna's more famous Heritage Sites. It was built in 1859 by three oblate missionaries who helped establish the early settlement of Kelowna.http://www.vtours.com/kelowna/lbencaso.htm

Knox Mountain ParkThis Dedicated Parkland in the heart of city is a mountain of nature trails and breath taking viewpoints overlooking the city of Kelowna and Lake Okanagan.http://www.vtours.com/kelowna/lknoxmnt.htm

Waterfront ParkA wonderful park setting enjoyed by all.Stroll the walking paths along the shore, watch the kite flying, relax and soak up the Okanagan charm. The spectacular Grand Okanagan Resort is nearby.http://www.vtours.com/kelowna/lwatrfrt.htm

the Sails(at the Foot of Bernard Avenue by the Lake)This Sculptured Fountain represents the sails so often seen on the lake. At night underwater lights make them appear to flutter in a breeze.http://www.vtours.com/kelowna/lbrnsail.htm

Hot Sands BeachThe best beach in Kelowna fringes City Park.It features a New Children's Waterpark, Beach Volleyball, Lawn Bowling, and the beautiful VanDeem Rose Gardens. Very popular and close to downtown Kelowna.http://www.vtours.com/kelowna/lhotsand.htm

the Floating BridgeCrossing the crystal waters of Lake Okanagan at the narrowest point, the bridge spans one mile of water. Lake Okanagan is 90 miles long, 750 feet deep, fed by mountain streams.(Many people believe the legendary Monster "Ogopogo" lives in the lake)http://www.vtours.com/kelowna/l97bridg.htm

Sightseeing AttractionsSightseeing Attractions

Wine Tour (Wine Tour (2. Summerland to Kelowna) This route takes you along the western side of Okanagan Lake offering equally spectacular views from a different perspective. From this side of the lake one can see the lay of the vineyards along the bench of NaramatThis route takes you along the western side of Okanagan Lake offering equally spectacular views from a different perspective. From this side of the lake one can see the lay of the vineyards along the bench of Naramat

a Rd. and beyond that the unspoiled beauty of Okanagan Lake Park. Plan for a longer day out as the distance to travel is further, or add the Summerland portion to your Naramata trip and reserve the rest for another daa Rd. and beyond that the unspoiled beauty of Okanagan Lake Park. Plan for a longer day out as the distance to travel is further, or add the Summerland portion to your Naramata trip and reserve the rest for another day. If you plan to do only the Summerland Wineries cycling is an option, however, it is on the road and beware of Summerland Hill, can you say Iron man.y. If you plan to do only the Summerland Wineries cycling is an option, however, it is on the road and beware of Summerland Hill, can you say Iron man.

Scherzinger VineyardsScherzinger Vineyards owned by Ron & Cher Watkins. Overlooking the owned by Ron & Cher Watkins. Overlooking the Historic Kettle SteamHistoric Kettle Steam RailwayRailway, you may luck out and see it steam by while there taking in the views and tasting their organically produced wines. , you may luck out and see it steam by while there taking in the views and tasting their organically produced wines. Try their specialty blush, Sweet Caroline, it’s a refreshing sipper for the summer.Try their specialty blush, Sweet Caroline, it’s a refreshing sipper for the summer.

Thornhaven Estates Thornhaven Estates a beautiful Santa Fe style building offering a panorama of the lake. The Fraser’s invite you to enjoy their views and wine out on their sun-deck.a beautiful Santa Fe style building offering a panorama of the lake. The Fraser’s invite you to enjoy their views and wine out on their sun-deck.

Sumac Ridge Estate WinerySumac Ridge Estate Winery takes pride in being BC premier Estate Winery, founded in 1979 by McWatters. Their tasting room and restaurant, takes pride in being BC premier Estate Winery, founded in 1979 by McWatters. Their tasting room and restaurant, Cellar Door BistroCellar Door Bistro, is open for brunch, lunch and dinner. Take part in an i, is open for brunch, lunch and dinner. Take part in an intimate tasting in their new Connoisseur Tasting Room for a small fee, or plan on staying for one of their gourmet Winemaker Style Dinners.ntimate tasting in their new Connoisseur Tasting Room for a small fee, or plan on staying for one of their gourmet Winemaker Style Dinners.

Down the road in Peachland we come to Down the road in Peachland we come to Hainle VineyardsHainle Vineyards where winemaker Tilman Hainle produces organic wines with the new owners, the Huber Family. Enjoy lunch or dinner at the where winemaker Tilman Hainle produces organic wines with the new owners, the Huber Family. Enjoy lunch or dinner at the Amphora BistroAmphora Bistro, the first licens, the first licensed winery bistro in BC, and take in a different view of the lake from above Peachland.ed winery bistro in BC, and take in a different view of the lake from above Peachland.

Mission Hill Family Estate Winery is Mission Hill Family Estate Winery is located in West Bank. Sitting high located in West Bank. Sitting high

above the lake one can not miss the tower with its imported bell.above the lake one can not miss the tower with its imported bell.

The Stewart Family invites you to their vineyard at The Stewart Family invites you to their vineyard at Quails Gate Estate WineryQuails Gate Estate Winery since 1956, making it since 1956, making it one of the oldest producing vineyards in the one of the oldest producing vineyards in the Okanagan Valley. Enjoy a tasting in the historic Okanagan Valley. Enjoy a tasting in the historic home of the home of the Allison FamilyAllison Family (1870’s), true pioneers (1870’s), true pioneers in this valleyin this valley. Old Vines Patio. Old Vines Patio offers panoramic views offers panoramic views of the lake and vineyard while enjoying either lunchof the lake and vineyard while enjoying either lunchor dinner.or dinner.

Mt. Boucherie Estate WineryMt. Boucherie Estate Winery is owned by the Gidda since 1976. is owned by the Gidda since 1976.

Slamka Cellars WinerySlamka Cellars Winery, owned by Pete Slamka sits at the foot of Mt. , owned by Pete Slamka sits at the foot of Mt. Boucherie. While there try his five wine blend, Boucherie. While there try his five wine blend, TapestryTapestry, a unique blend , a unique blend and flavour that you will not find elsewhere.and flavour that you will not find elsewhere.

Summerhill Estate WinerySummerhill Estate Winery enjoys the distinction of being enjoys the distinction of being Canada’s largest certified organic vineyard with stunning 40 Canada’s largest certified organic vineyard with stunning 40 km views of the lake. Open for both lunch and dinner at the km views of the lake. Open for both lunch and dinner at the Summerhill Sunset VerandaSummerhill Sunset Veranda, come a little early to partake in , come a little early to partake in a free champagne making seminar.a free champagne making seminar.

Enjoy the organically grown, non-oaked, Swiss style varietal wines Enjoy the organically grown, non-oaked, Swiss style varietal wines at at St. Hubertus VineyardSt. Hubertus Vineyard. If you prefer wines made in oak, try . If you prefer wines made in oak, try their other label their other label Oak BayOak Bay..

Cedar Creek Estate WineryCedar Creek Estate Winery overlooksg Okanagan Lake overlooksg Okanagan Lake on the eastern side of Kelowna. After visiting the tasting on the eastern side of Kelowna. After visiting the tasting room enjoy a glass of wine with some tapas on their room enjoy a glass of wine with some tapas on their Vineyard TerraceVineyard Terrace, the view is wonderful., the view is wonderful.

    Pinot Reach CellarsPinot Reach Cellars is steeped in history. Acquired in the 1930’s by the is steeped in history. Acquired in the 1930’s by the

Dulik Family, it has remained in the family since and is now operated by Dulik Family, it has remained in the family since and is now operated by Susan Dulik. The original 50-acre vineyard is one of the first original plantings Susan Dulik. The original 50-acre vineyard is one of the first original plantings in the Okanagan Valley and to this day still retains some of its original vines. in the Okanagan Valley and to this day still retains some of its original vines. With the opening of Pinot Reach, Susan has taken the final steps in carrying With the opening of Pinot Reach, Susan has taken the final steps in carrying on the family tradition. Bring along a picnic and enjoy the views, you may on the family tradition. Bring along a picnic and enjoy the views, you may even luck out and happen upon one of their live music events.even luck out and happen upon one of their live music events.

2. Summerland to Kelowna

Geert Maas Sculpture GardenThe studio where the largest collections of bronzes in Canada are made.

250 Reynolds Road, Kelowna, BC, V1V 2G7Tel: (250) 860-7012, Fax: (250) 860-0494Email: maas@geertmaas.org

Dry Valley Gardens Dry Valley Gardens is a small specialty nursery with extensive teaching/testing demonstration gardens of hardy perennials and ornamental grasses. The focus is on gardening with nature using xeriscape and organic methods to create biodiverse, easily maintained landscapes667 Curtis Road, Kelowna, BC V1V 2C9Tel: (250) 762-6018Email: gmsteele@look.ca

The JammeryStop in and experience one of BC's first Jammery. Taste their one-of-a -kind jams, specialty ice-creams or enjoy a tea and scone on their deck.8038 Hwy 97 North, Kelowna, BC V1X 6A6Tel: (250) 766-1139

Blueberry Hill GalleryHere you'll enjoy Al & Vivian's whimsical art and wood-work in their unique log home and garden setting.4000 Glenmore Road, Kelowna, BC, V1V 2B4Tel: (250) 766-0525Email: vivian@viviansworld.com

Garden TourGarden Tour

Event (Mid July)Event (Mid July) Kelowna International RegattaKelowna International Regatta

– Upcoming Dates:Upcoming Dates: Friday, July 14 - Monday, July 17, 2006 Friday, July 14 - Monday, July 17, 2006– Variety of outdoor events for the whole family. Join us for our 101st year!Variety of outdoor events for the whole family. Join us for our 101st year!– Age Range:All AgesAge Range:All Ages– Contact:Kelowna International Regatta AssociationContact:Kelowna International Regatta Association– Phone:250-869-8603Phone:250-869-8603– Event Website: www.kelownaregatta.comEvent Website: www.kelownaregatta.com– Event Location:Event Location: various locationsvarious locations– City:KelownaCity:Kelowna– Price:Call for PricesPrice:Call for Prices

Cherry Festival - Kelowna Farmers & Crafters' MarketCherry Festival - Kelowna Farmers & Crafters' Market– Upcoming Dates:Upcoming Dates: Saturday, July 22 2006 Saturday, July 22 2006– Join in the celebration of cherries! Cherry spitting contest, taste many varieties of cherries, entertainmJoin in the celebration of cherries! Cherry spitting contest, taste many varieties of cherries, entertainm

ent.ent.– Age Range:All AgesAge Range:All Ages– Contact:Bob CalliouxContact:Bob Callioux– Phone:250-878-5029Phone:250-878-5029– By E-mail: info@kelownafarmersandcraftersmarket.comBy E-mail: info@kelownafarmersandcraftersmarket.com– Event Website: www.kelownafarmersandcraftersmarket.comEvent Website: www.kelownafarmersandcraftersmarket.com– Event Location:Event Location:Kelowna Famers & Crafters' Market (Kelowna Famers & Crafters' Market (corner of Springfield and Dilworth Rd)corner of Springfield and Dilworth Rd)– City:KelownaCity:Kelowna– Price:Call for PricesPrice:Call for Prices