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SAMPLE GETAWAY ITINERARIESA Weekend Getaway for Families with Young Children in Kamloops, BC - Sample Itinerary
Kamloops is a great place to getaway to. Close to get to, but a world away. Over 2,000 hours of sunshine a year and four very defined seasons that allow you to enjoy your favourite time of year. The weather and climate of Kamloops invite people to enjoy a multitude of recreation opportunities. Kamloops blends energizing, recreational opportunities with a culture of warm, welcoming, real people, allowing visitors to let loose and just play.
Have a look below at just one sample itinerary that may inspire you to visit Kamloops. Our website contains maps of Kamloops that can help you plan your weekend getaway:
Friday:
> Arrive in Kamloops and visit one of Kamloop's 200+ restaurants for dinner. Choose from a wide variety from fine dining, to coffee shops, to bistros.
> After dinner, ride the rails on the 2141 Heritage Steam Train. Your kids will love the open car train ride and the "Bill Miner Gang of train robbers" on horseback.
2141 Steam Train in Kamloops, BC
> Following your trip back in time, head on over to Rucker's Family Fun Centre or Fun Factor to wear off some energy before bedtime. With tons of games and prizes to be won, it is a great way to spend the remainder of your evening.
> Head to your accommodation for a good night's sleep!
Saturday:
> Enjoy a family breakfast at one of Kamloop's many family-friendly restaurants.
> Head out to the BC Wildlife Park to take advantage of the morning sunshine. View over 65 species such as cougars, a black bear, grizzlies, moose and more! There's also daily animal encounters, an indoor reptile cneter, a miniature train ride and a splash park with playground.
The BC Wildlife Park > After spending a few hours hard at play, it will be time to eat again. See the actual location of the Bill Miner train robbery while having lunch at the Gateway Travel Center/Billy Miner Roadhouse. Or, on your way to your next adventure, stop at one of the many ethnic eateries on Kamloops' North Shore.
> Following lunch, beat the heat by heading indoors at the Big Little Science Centre, which features over 150 hands-on science displays.
> Next, enjoy a fun game of bowling (located next to the Big Little Science Centre), or go mini-golfing at McArthur Island or Miss Wende's Adventure Golf.
The Big Little Science Centre, Kamloops BC
> Then its time for dinner. People watch on Victoria Street at one of the many sidewalk cafes.
> After dinner, walk down to Riverside Park and get an ice cream cone from Scoops. Head down to the Rotary Bandshell with your treats to listen to some live music from 7 - 8:30pm while the kids play in the park.
Sunday:
> Breakfast
> Enjoy your last afternoon in Kamloops at one of our great provincial park day use areas. Pack a picnic and head to Lac Le Jeune or Paul lake for an afternoon of swimming and hiking. You'll be nice and refreshed for your trip home.
> Thanks for visiting Kamloops. Be sure to come again - check out our other sample itineraries!
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