{"id":32179,"date":"2025-06-17T07:30:53","date_gmt":"2025-06-17T11:30:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/turo.com\/blog\/canada\/?p=32179"},"modified":"2026-07-13T12:19:00","modified_gmt":"2026-07-13T16:19:00","slug":"vancouver-to-kelowna-drive-the-ultimate-road-trip-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/turo.com\/blog\/canada\/wayfaring\/vancouver-to-kelowna-drive-the-ultimate-road-trip-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"Vancouver to Kelowna drive: The ultimate road trip guide"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The <a href=\"https:\/\/turo.com\/ca\/en\/car-rental\/canada\/vancouver-bc\" title=\"Vancouver\">Vancouver<\/a> to <a href=\"https:\/\/turo.com\/ca\/en\/car-rental\/canada\/kelowna-bc\" title=\"Kelowna\">Kelowna<\/a> drive has a little bit of everything and something for everyone \u2013 views of the ocean fading behind you, tunnels through the mountains, and vineyards that roll down to the shores of a lake. This road trip guide will help you slow down, plan smart, and make the journey just as good as the destination.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><strong><strong>In this guide, we\u2019ll be covering:<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul style=\"background-color:#f2e9ff\" class=\"wp-block-list has-background\">\n<li><a class=\"\" href=\"#tips-for-driving-from-vancouver-to-kelowna-british-columbia\">Tips for driving from Vancouver to Kelowna, British Columbia<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a class=\"\" href=\"#how-are-the-road-conditions-between-vancouver-and-kelowna\">How are the road conditions between Vancouver and Kelowna?<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a class=\"\" href=\"#what-is-the-best-time-of-year-to-drive-from-vancouver-to-kelowna\">What is the best time of year to drive from Vancouver to Kelowna?<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a class=\"\" href=\"#are-there-ev-chargers-along-the-way-between-vancouver-and-kelowna\">Are there EV chargers along the way between Vancouver and Kelowna?<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a class=\"\" href=\"#where-to-stop-while-driving-from-vancouver-to-kelowna-bc\">Where to stop while driving from Vancouver to Kelowna, BC<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a class=\"\" href=\"#frequently-asked-questions-about-the-vancouver-to-kelowna-road-trip\">Frequently asked questions about the Vancouver to Kelowna road trip<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a class=\"\" href=\"#book-your-rental-car-in-vancouver-with-turo\">Book your rental car in Vancouver with Turo<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/turo.com\/blog\/canada\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/06\/The-best-rental-cars-in-Vancouver-for-a-road-trip-to-Kelowna-1024x576.png\" alt=\"The best rental cars in Vancouver for a road trip to Kelowna\" class=\"wp-image-32190\" srcset=\"https:\/\/turo.com\/blog\/canada\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/06\/The-best-rental-cars-in-Vancouver-for-a-road-trip-to-Kelowna-1024x576.png 1024w, https:\/\/turo.com\/blog\/canada\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/06\/The-best-rental-cars-in-Vancouver-for-a-road-trip-to-Kelowna-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/turo.com\/blog\/canada\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/06\/The-best-rental-cars-in-Vancouver-for-a-road-trip-to-Kelowna-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/turo.com\/blog\/canada\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/06\/The-best-rental-cars-in-Vancouver-for-a-road-trip-to-Kelowna.png 1366w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"tips-for-driving-from-vancouver-to-kelowna-british-columbia\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong>Tips for driving from Vancouver to Kelowna, British Columbia<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Highway 1 and Highway 5 (Coquihalla) make driving from Vancouver to Kelowna, British Columbia, a direct route, albeit one with some dramatic elevation changes. Fuel up before Hope and keep an eye on the weather. Most of the drive is mountain highway, so give yourself the time you need to drive carefully and stay alert.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"how-are-the-road-conditions-between-vancouver-and-kelowna\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong>How are the road conditions between Vancouver and Kelowna?<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The route is well-paved and frequently travelled. You\u2019ll hit fast-moving freeway sections, winding mountain grades, and stretches with limited services. Winter brings snow and fog, especially on the Coquihalla.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"what-is-the-best-time-of-year-to-drive-from-vancouver-to-kelowna\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong>What is the best time of year to drive from Vancouver to Kelowna?<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Late spring through early fall is ideal. Summer has clear roads, long daylight hours, and easy access to attractions. Fall offers cooler temperatures and a <a href=\"https:\/\/turo.com\/blog\/canada\/wayfaring\/best-canadian-scenic-drives-for-fall-colours\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">great view of changing colours<\/a> through the Fraser Valley and Okanagan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/turo.com\/blog\/canada\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/06\/Browse-Turo-for-the-best-car-rentals-for-the-Vancouver-to-Kelowna-drive-1024x576.png\" alt=\"Browse Turo for the best car rentals for the Vancouver to Kelowna drive\" class=\"wp-image-32185\" srcset=\"https:\/\/turo.com\/blog\/canada\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/06\/Browse-Turo-for-the-best-car-rentals-for-the-Vancouver-to-Kelowna-drive-1024x576.png 1024w, https:\/\/turo.com\/blog\/canada\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/06\/Browse-Turo-for-the-best-car-rentals-for-the-Vancouver-to-Kelowna-drive-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/turo.com\/blog\/canada\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/06\/Browse-Turo-for-the-best-car-rentals-for-the-Vancouver-to-Kelowna-drive-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/turo.com\/blog\/canada\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/06\/Browse-Turo-for-the-best-car-rentals-for-the-Vancouver-to-Kelowna-drive.png 1366w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"are-there-ev-chargers-along-the-way-between-vancouver-and-kelowna\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong>Are there EV chargers along the way between Vancouver and Kelowna?<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Yes \u2014 you\u2019ll find fast chargers in Chilliwack, Hope, Merritt, West Kelowna, and Kelowna. It\u2019s a solid route for electric vehicle drivers, but some planning ahead can help avoid wait times at peak hours.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"where-to-stop-while-driving-from-vancouver-to-kelowna-bc\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong>Where to stop while driving from Vancouver to Kelowna, BC<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Driving from <a href=\"https:\/\/turo.com\/ca\/en\/car-rental\/canada\/vancouver-bc\" title=\"Vancouver\">Vancouver<\/a> to <a href=\"https:\/\/turo.com\/ca\/en\/car-rental\/canada\/kelowna-bc\" title=\"Kelowna, BC\">Kelowna, BC<\/a>, takes around four to five hours, but it\u2019s worth taking your time. The stops along the way are a big part of what makes this drive so special!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong>Bridal Veil Falls Provincial Park<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/turo.com\/blog\/canada\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/06\/Vancouver-to-Kelowna-drive-The-ultimate-road-trip-guide-Bridal-Veil-Falls-Provincial-Park-1024x576.png\" alt=\"Vancouver to Kelowna drive The ultimate road trip guide Bridal Veil Falls Provincial Park\" class=\"wp-image-32186\" srcset=\"https:\/\/turo.com\/blog\/canada\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/06\/Vancouver-to-Kelowna-drive-The-ultimate-road-trip-guide-Bridal-Veil-Falls-Provincial-Park-1024x576.png 1024w, https:\/\/turo.com\/blog\/canada\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/06\/Vancouver-to-Kelowna-drive-The-ultimate-road-trip-guide-Bridal-Veil-Falls-Provincial-Park-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/turo.com\/blog\/canada\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/06\/Vancouver-to-Kelowna-drive-The-ultimate-road-trip-guide-Bridal-Veil-Falls-Provincial-Park-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/turo.com\/blog\/canada\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/06\/Vancouver-to-Kelowna-drive-The-ultimate-road-trip-guide-Bridal-Veil-Falls-Provincial-Park.png 1366w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Tucked just off Highway 1 near Chilliwack, a short forest trail in this <a href=\"https:\/\/turo.com\/blog\/canada\/wayfaring\/best-provincial-and-national-parks-in-bc\/\">beautiful BC park<\/a> leads to a wide, curtain-like waterfall that\u2019s easy to reach and makes for a great photo op!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Distance from Vancouver: <\/strong>120 km (~1.5 hours)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Distance to Kelowna: <\/strong>245 km (~3 hours)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-white-color has-black-background-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color wp-elements-1\"><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong>Why it&#8217;s great<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It\u2019s a quick and easy hike with high payoff. It\u2019s a great place to stop if you\u2019re into photography or just want a quiet place to stretch your legs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-white-color has-black-background-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color wp-elements-2\"><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong>Practical tips<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The trail is short but can get muddy after rain. There\u2019s limited cell service, so save directions before you go.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-white-color has-black-background-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color wp-elements-3\"><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong>How to get there<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">From Vancouver, take Highway 1 east and exit at Bridal Falls Road. The parking lot is small and tight, especially in peak season. A compact <a href=\"https:\/\/turo.com\/ca\/en\/car-rental\/canada\">car rental<\/a>, like a <a href=\"https:\/\/turo.com\/ca\/en\/car-rental\/canada\/nissan\">Nissan<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/turo.com\/ca\/en\/car-rental\/canada\/bmw\">BMW<\/a>, makes getting in and out smoother and gives you room to move without the parking stress.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<iframe src=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/embed?pb=!1m18!1m12!1m3!1d2608.0010771238053!2d-121.74445382351693!3d49.181566171377746!2m3!1f0!2f0!3f0!3m2!1i1024!2i768!4f13.1!3m3!1m2!1s0x54846b7ba1d9b1bd%3A0x95bdf5e128fb544a!2sBridal%20Veil%20Falls%20Provincial%20Park!5e0!3m2!1sen!2sca!4v1749149228749!5m2!1sen!2sca\" width=\"600\" height=\"450\" style=\"border:0;\" allowfullscreen=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\"><\/iframe>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:35px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-fe48e5de wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button has-custom-width wp-block-button__width-50\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-black-background-color has-background has-text-align-center wp-element-button\" href=\"http:\/\/turo.com\/ca\/en\/search\" style=\"border-radius:9px\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Browse cars on Turo<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-background\" style=\"background-color:#dbf1fe\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div style=\"height:1px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong>Harrison Hot Springs<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/turo.com\/blog\/canada\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/06\/Vancouver-to-Kelowna-drive-The-ultimate-road-trip-guide-Harrison-Hot-Springs-1024x576.png\" alt=\"Vancouver to Kelowna drive The ultimate road trip guide Harrison Hot Springs\" class=\"wp-image-32189\" srcset=\"https:\/\/turo.com\/blog\/canada\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/06\/Vancouver-to-Kelowna-drive-The-ultimate-road-trip-guide-Harrison-Hot-Springs-1024x576.png 1024w, https:\/\/turo.com\/blog\/canada\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/06\/Vancouver-to-Kelowna-drive-The-ultimate-road-trip-guide-Harrison-Hot-Springs-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/turo.com\/blog\/canada\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/06\/Vancouver-to-Kelowna-drive-The-ultimate-road-trip-guide-Harrison-Hot-Springs-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/turo.com\/blog\/canada\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/06\/Vancouver-to-Kelowna-drive-The-ultimate-road-trip-guide-Harrison-Hot-Springs.png 1366w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Harrison Hot Springs is a beautiful little town on a glacier-fed lake, and a quiet place to reset halfway through your drive. You can step out of the car, breathe deep, unwind, and soak it all in \u2013 literally.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Distance from Vancouver:<\/strong> 130 km (~2 hours)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Distance to Kelowna: <\/strong>230 km (~2.5 hours)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-white-color has-black-background-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color wp-elements-4\"><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong>Why it&#8217;s great<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">With hot pools, walkable streets, and views of the surrounding peaks, Harrison is an ideal spot to slow down and reset before heading into the mountains.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-white-color has-black-background-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color wp-elements-5\"><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong>Practical tips<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Public hot springs are located at the Harrison Hot Springs Resort (guests only) and the nearby public pool. Street parking is available, but it gets busy in summer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-white-color has-black-background-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color wp-elements-6\"><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong>How to get there<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Follow Highway 1 east, exit at Agassiz, and take Highway 9 north. Harrison has EV charging stations throughout the village and nearby hotels, so it\u2019s a perfect stop if you\u2019re choosing a <a href=\"https:\/\/turo.com\/ca\/en\/car-rental\/canada\/tesla\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">Tesla<\/a> or another <a href=\"https:\/\/turo.com\/ca\/en\/electric-vehicle-rental\/canada\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">electric vehicle<\/a> as your <a href=\"https:\/\/turo.com\/ca\/en\/car-rental\/canada\/vancouver-bc\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">Vancouver rental car<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<iframe src=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/embed?pb=!1m18!1m12!1m3!1d41630.92942434692!2d-121.82848845920468!3d49.2966106268572!2m3!1f0!2f0!3f0!3m2!1i1024!2i768!4f13.1!3m3!1m2!1s0x548411f357b6823d%3A0x29d5d3341634104e!2sHarrison%20Hot%20Springs%2C%20BC!5e0!3m2!1sen!2sca!4v1749149449084!5m2!1sen!2sca\" width=\"600\" height=\"450\" style=\"border:0;\" allowfullscreen=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\"><\/iframe>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:35px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-fe48e5de wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button has-custom-width wp-block-button__width-50\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-black-background-color has-background has-text-align-center wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/turo.com\/ca\/en\/search\" style=\"border-radius:9px\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Browse cars on Turo<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-background\" style=\"background-color:#dbf1fe\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div style=\"height:1px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong>Othello Tunnels<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/turo.com\/blog\/canada\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/06\/Vancouver-to-Kelowna-drive-The-ultimate-road-trip-guide-Othello-Tunnels-1024x576.png\" alt=\"Vancouver to Kelowna drive The ultimate road trip guide Othello Tunnels\" class=\"wp-image-32195\" srcset=\"https:\/\/turo.com\/blog\/canada\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/06\/Vancouver-to-Kelowna-drive-The-ultimate-road-trip-guide-Othello-Tunnels-1024x576.png 1024w, https:\/\/turo.com\/blog\/canada\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/06\/Vancouver-to-Kelowna-drive-The-ultimate-road-trip-guide-Othello-Tunnels-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/turo.com\/blog\/canada\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/06\/Vancouver-to-Kelowna-drive-The-ultimate-road-trip-guide-Othello-Tunnels-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/turo.com\/blog\/canada\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/06\/Vancouver-to-Kelowna-drive-The-ultimate-road-trip-guide-Othello-Tunnels.png 1366w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Just outside the town of Hope, the Othello Tunnels cut through sheer rock along the Coquihalla River. Once part of an old railway line, they\u2019re now an easy walk or bike ride with dramatic views of the canyon.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Distance from Vancouver:<\/strong> 150 km (~2 hours)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Distance to Kelowna:<\/strong> 215 km (~2.5 hours)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-white-color has-black-background-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color wp-elements-7\"><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong>Why it&#8217;s great<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It\u2019s a quick stop that feels like a real adventure \u2013 cool, quiet, and carved straight into the mountains.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-white-color has-black-background-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color wp-elements-8\"><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong>Practical tips<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Bring a flashlight or headlamp \u2013 the tunnels are dark even in daytime. The walking path is flat but can be slippery when wet, so wear shoes with good grip.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-white-color has-black-background-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color wp-elements-9\"><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong>How to get there<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Take Highway 1 east from Vancouver, then follow signs to Hope. If you&#8217;re flying in, skip the counter and book your <a href=\"https:\/\/turo.com\/ca\/en\/car-rental\/canada\/yvr\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">Vancouver airport car rental<\/a> on Turo. A <a href=\"https:\/\/turo.com\/ca\/en\/minivan-rental\/canada\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">minivan<\/a> from <a href=\"https:\/\/turo.com\/ca\/en\/car-rental\/canada\/chrysler\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">Chrysler<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/turo.com\/ca\/en\/car-rental\/canada\/ford\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">Ford<\/a> gives you the space to load in your crew and your gear, and still stretch out on the highway.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<iframe src=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/embed?pb=!1m18!1m12!1m3!1d2597.6328625158!2d-121.37231242350545!3d49.378019471407235!2m3!1f0!2f0!3f0!3m2!1i1024!2i768!4f13.1!3m3!1m2!1s0x5483f462bb963cef%3A0xb473d4042e968dfc!2sOthello%20Tunnels!5e0!3m2!1sen!2sca!4v1749149004751!5m2!1sen!2sca\" width=\"600\" height=\"450\" style=\"border:0;\" allowfullscreen=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\"><\/iframe>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:35px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-fe48e5de wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button has-custom-width wp-block-button__width-50\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-black-background-color has-background has-text-align-center wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/turo.com\/ca\/en\/search\" style=\"border-radius:9px\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Browse cars on Turo<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong>Penticton and Okanagan Lake<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/turo.com\/blog\/canada\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/06\/Vancouver-to-Kelowna-drive-The-ultimate-road-trip-guide-Penticton-BC-1024x576.png\" alt=\"Vancouver to Kelowna drive The ultimate road trip guide Penticton, BC\" class=\"wp-image-32187\" srcset=\"https:\/\/turo.com\/blog\/canada\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/06\/Vancouver-to-Kelowna-drive-The-ultimate-road-trip-guide-Penticton-BC-1024x576.png 1024w, https:\/\/turo.com\/blog\/canada\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/06\/Vancouver-to-Kelowna-drive-The-ultimate-road-trip-guide-Penticton-BC-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/turo.com\/blog\/canada\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/06\/Vancouver-to-Kelowna-drive-The-ultimate-road-trip-guide-Penticton-BC-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/turo.com\/blog\/canada\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/06\/Vancouver-to-Kelowna-drive-The-ultimate-road-trip-guide-Penticton-BC.png 1366w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Tucked between Okanagan and Skaha Lakes, Penticton is where fun in the sun,&nbsp; lakeside drives, and vineyard tours all meet. It\u2019s a place to roll the windows down, take your time, and enjoy the kind of detour that feels well-deserved.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Distance from Vancouver: <\/strong>390 km (~4.5 hours)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Distance to Kelowna:<\/strong> 60 km (~1 hour)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-white-color has-black-background-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color wp-elements-10\"><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong>Why it&#8217;s great<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can float the channel, sip local wine, or cruise along the lakeside. It\u2019s one of those rare spots that works for almost any kind of traveller.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-white-color has-black-background-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color wp-elements-11\"><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong>Practical tips<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Parking is free downtown, but beaches and wineries fill up early on summer weekends. Book ahead for tastings and bring a cooler if you&#8217;re picking up bottles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-white-color has-black-background-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color wp-elements-12\"><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong>How to get there<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Take Highway 3A north \u2013 it\u2019s a scenic, winding drive that\u2019s made for the right kind of car. A <a href=\"https:\/\/turo.com\/ca\/en\/sports-rental\/canada\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">sports car<\/a>, a <a href=\"https:\/\/turo.com\/ca\/en\/classic-rental\/canada\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">classic car<\/a>, or a <a href=\"https:\/\/turo.com\/ca\/en\/car-rental\/canada\/porsche\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">Porsche<\/a> turns the drive into a highlight. There\u2019s nothing better than driving a <a href=\"https:\/\/turo.com\/ca\/en\/convertible-rental\/canada\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">convertible<\/a> with the top down on your way to a gorgeous lakeside vineyard!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<iframe src=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/embed?pb=!1m18!1m12!1m3!1d82935.17072266513!2d-119.64831490393684!3d49.48971873690687!2m3!1f0!2f0!3f0!3m2!1i1024!2i768!4f13.1!3m3!1m2!1s0x54826277ad3c38b5%3A0xf46e92d07191569!2sPenticton%2C%20BC!5e0!3m2!1sen!2sca!4v1749150081527!5m2!1sen!2sca\" width=\"600\" height=\"450\" style=\"border:0;\" allowfullscreen=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\"><\/iframe>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:35px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-fe48e5de wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button has-custom-width wp-block-button__width-50\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-black-background-color has-background has-text-align-center wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/turo.com\/ca\/en\/search\" style=\"border-radius:9px\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Browse cars on Turo<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong>Osoyoos, BC<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/turo.com\/blog\/canada\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/06\/Vancouver-to-Kelowna-drive-The-ultimate-road-trip-guide-Osoyoos-BC-1024x576.png\" alt=\"Vancouver to Kelowna drive The ultimate road trip guide Osoyoos, BC\" class=\"wp-image-32192\" srcset=\"https:\/\/turo.com\/blog\/canada\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/06\/Vancouver-to-Kelowna-drive-The-ultimate-road-trip-guide-Osoyoos-BC-1024x576.png 1024w, https:\/\/turo.com\/blog\/canada\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/06\/Vancouver-to-Kelowna-drive-The-ultimate-road-trip-guide-Osoyoos-BC-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/turo.com\/blog\/canada\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/06\/Vancouver-to-Kelowna-drive-The-ultimate-road-trip-guide-Osoyoos-BC-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/turo.com\/blog\/canada\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/06\/Vancouver-to-Kelowna-drive-The-ultimate-road-trip-guide-Osoyoos-BC.png 1366w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Just north of the U.S. border, Osoyoos is where your <a href=\"https:\/\/turo.com\/blog\/canada\/wayfaring\/discover-the-best-of-british-columbia-the-top-5-scenic-drives-for-your-bc-road-trip\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">road trip through BC<\/a> shifts. Sagebrush replaces pine trees, lakes shimmer in the sun, and the highway drops into a valley as you drive through Canada\u2019s only desert.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Distance from Vancouver:<\/strong> 400 km (~5 hours)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Distance to Kelowna: 125 km<\/strong> (~1.5 hours)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-white-color has-black-background-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color wp-elements-13\"><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong>Why it&#8217;s great<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It feels like a different country. Passing the shrubbery, red rocks, and uncrowded trails gives this spot a totally different pace from the rest of the drive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-white-color has-black-background-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color wp-elements-14\"><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong>Practical tips<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Summer can get hot, and shade is limited. Pack water, sun protection, and good footwear if you\u2019re heading to nearby hiking trails or the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nkmipdesert.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">Nk\u2019Mip Desert Cultural Centre<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-white-color has-black-background-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color wp-elements-15\"><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong>How to get there<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Follow Highway 3 east through Similkameen wine country. The roads into Osoyoos wind through desert hills and open stretches where grip and control matter. A <a href=\"https:\/\/turo.com\/ca\/en\/car-rental\/canada\/jeep\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">Jeep<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/turo.com\/ca\/en\/car-rental\/canada\/subaru\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">Subaru<\/a>, or <a href=\"https:\/\/turo.com\/ca\/en\/car-rental\/canada\/toyota\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">Toyota<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/turo.com\/ca\/en\/suv-rental\/canada\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">SUV<\/a> is ideal on these remote roads, and <a href=\"https:\/\/turo.com\/ca\/en\/search?badges=ALL_WHEEL_DRIVE\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">all-wheel drive<\/a> models will keep you confident no matter the terrain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<iframe src=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/embed?pb=!1m18!1m12!1m3!1d41857.43222685967!2d-119.46791745!3d49.02790449999999!2m3!1f0!2f0!3f0!3m2!1i1024!2i768!4f13.1!3m3!1m2!1s0x5482c5b162651d67%3A0x9138986d547b0fcc!2sOsoyoos%2C%20BC!5e0!3m2!1sen!2sca!4v1749150580767!5m2!1sen!2sca\" width=\"600\" height=\"450\" style=\"border:0;\" allowfullscreen=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\"><\/iframe>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-fe48e5de wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button has-custom-width wp-block-button__width-50\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-black-background-color has-background has-text-align-center wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/turo.com\/ca\/en\/search\" style=\"border-radius:9px\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Browse cars on Turo<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"frequently-asked-questions-about-the-vancouver-to-kelowna-road-trip\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong>Frequently asked questions about the Vancouver to Kelowna road trip<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong>Where is Kelowna?<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/turo.com\/ca\/en\/car-rental\/canada\/kelowna-bc\" title=\"Kelowna\">Kelowna<\/a> is in the southern interior of <a href=\"https:\/\/turo.com\/ca\/en\/car-rental\/canada\/provinces\/british-columbia\" title=\"British Columbia\">British Columbia<\/a> in the Okanagan Valley. It\u2019s about 390 km (240 miles) east of <a href=\"https:\/\/turo.com\/ca\/en\/car-rental\/canada\/vancouver-bc\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">Vancouver<\/a> and sits between Penticton to the south and <a href=\"https:\/\/turo.com\/ca\/en\/car-rental\/canada\/vernon-bc\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">Vernon<\/a> to the north.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Most people drive from <a href=\"https:\/\/turo.com\/ca\/en\/car-rental\/canada\/vancouver-bc\" title=\"Vancouver\">Vancouver<\/a> or fly into <a href=\"https:\/\/turo.com\/ca\/en\/car-rental\/canada\/ylw\" title=\"Kelowna International Airport\">Kelowna International Airport<\/a>, which offers direct flights from major Canadian cities. Booking a <a href=\"https:\/\/turo.com\/ca\/en\/car-rental\/canada\/ylw\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">Kelowna airport car rental<\/a> on Turo gives you the flexibility to start exploring the valley as soon as you land, with delivery options available to the terminal!<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<iframe src=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/embed?pb=!1m18!1m12!1m3!1d164477.36692952798!2d-119.61958585854089!3d49.899575716191045!2m3!1f0!2f0!3f0!3m2!1i1024!2i768!4f13.1!3m3!1m2!1s0x537d8cb6e3c730b3%3A0x4ef8e53ddab4c4f7!2sKelowna%2C%20BC!5e0!3m2!1sen!2sca!4v1749139512874!5m2!1sen!2sca\" width=\"600\" height=\"450\" style=\"border:0;\" allowfullscreen=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\"><\/iframe>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong>Is the drive from Vancouver to Kelowna nice?<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This is one of the <a href=\"https:\/\/turo.com\/blog\/canada\/wayfaring\/5-bc-road-trips-for-your-summer-staycation\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">nicest road trips in BC<\/a>. You\u2019ll pass through river valleys, mountain tunnels, and high alpine passes before descending into wine country. Even if you\u2019ve done it before, it\u2019s always astounding.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong>How much does it cost to drive from Vancouver to Kelowna?<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Expect to spend around $75\u2013$100 on fuel, depending on your vehicle and route. 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The Coquihalla is the fastest, but Highway 3 or Highway 1 are more scenic alternatives if you\u2019re not in a rush.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong>Where is the best place to stop between Vancouver and Kelowna?<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">That depends on what you\u2019re after. Harrison Hot Springs is perfect for relaxing and recharging. 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With Turo, you can <a href=\"https:\/\/turo.com\/ca\/en\/car-rental\/canada?utm_source=Blog-CA-EN&amp;utm_campaign=turoblog:wu:re:int-ca:en&amp;utm_medium=Blog\" title=\"start your trip the way you want\">start your trip the way you want<\/a> \u2014 no lines at the counter, no unpleasant surprises.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Just <a href=\"https:\/\/turo.com\/ca\/en\/car-rental\/canada?utm_source=Blog-CA-EN&amp;utm_campaign=turoblog:wu:re:int-ca:en&amp;utm_medium=Blog\" title=\"\">choose a vehicle<\/a> that matches how you want to travel, and have it delivered right to the airport, your hotel, or wherever makes sense for you!\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center is-style-lead has-white-color has-black-background-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color wp-elements-16 wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:18px\">Feeling inspired? <strong>Pitch a Trip<\/strong> and let Turo sponsor your vehicle rental to turn this adventure into a reality! 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