Stretch your mind (and your calf muscles) with an early morning visit to Grouse Mountain. Just minutes from downtown, you'll swap the city streets for stunning views as you enjoy a spectacular gondola ride to the 1,231m peak.

High above the city, you won't just enjoy nature, you'll experience it. Your morning begins with breakfast, shared with the mountain's resident rescued grizzly bears, Grinder and Coola. Then it's time to strap in and soar above old-growth forests, soaking in the breathtaking views and heart-pounding thrills served up by the mountain's ziplines.

Enjoy lunch at one of the mountaintop eateries, then take time to enjoy the lumberjack show, the hiking trails, or simply take in the view. When you're ready, head to the nearby Capilano Suspension Bridge Park where you can sway 450ft above the river and step out onto the awe-inspiring Cliff Walk.

If you're looking for something a little more challenging, take to the ocean with Sewell's Marina Sea Safari tour. This aquatic adventure explores the stunning Howe Sound water, serving up a high speed experience that will see you soar through sea mist and stunning scenery.

Though you might want to head back downtown to freshen up, you won't have to leave nature behind. Tonight, you'll enjoy dinner at The Teahouse Restaurant, which serves up elegant West Coast cuisine and stunning sunsets from the heart of 1,000-acre Stanley Park, Canada's largest urban greenspace.