The green way to Vancouver from London is by boat to New York, Amtrak to Toronto, and via rail to Vancouver. On the way back repeat or boat over to China to take the Trans-Siberian home.
This is not for the faint of heart, but think of the memories. Also, if you are really green, why would you fly?
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