Pacific Gulf Islands and Tofino

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Experience the best of the Pacific Gulf Islands, the wild exposure of Pacific Rim National Park and the quaint village of Tofino on Vancouver Island. This itinerary takes you to Cathedral Grove, the Steam Railway and provides an opportunity to whale watch in spectacular surroundings.

8 NIGHTS ~ 9 DAYS

Starting from US$ 1015 CDN$ 1049, FROM VANCOUVER, BC

ALL RATES SHOWN ARE PER PERSON BASED ON SHARING TWIN ACCOMMODATION

Day One ~ Arrival in Vancouver

Follow the maps and driving instructions included in your ‘On the Road’ travel kit, and follow the directions to the BC Ferries Terminal and the direct service to Galiano Island in the Pacific Gulf Islands. Enroute, keep a lookout for the Orca Whales that frequent the area. Waterfront accommodation on Galiano Island has been reserved for two nights.

Day Two ~ Exploring Galiano Island

A round of golf, a picnic lunch or a killer whale excursion on a 42' sailboat are all choices that can be made to-day. Overnight Galiano Island accommodation.

Day Three ~ Galiano Island to Saltspring Island

Board BC ferries for the trip to Saltspring Island, calling in at Mayne Island and Pender Island. Waterfront Saltspring accommodation has been reserved for two nights.

Day Four ~ Exploring Saltspring Island *

Saltspring is the largest of the Pacific Gulf Islands and hosts one of the Pacific Northwest s largest artist and craft communities. Visit the studios, the pristine lakes and parks. Explore the local town of Ganges its excellent restaurants and nightly entertainment. Overnight Saltspring Island accommodation.

Day Five ~ Saltspring Island to Tofino

Depart Saltspring Island and follow Vancouver Island's the scenic Island Highway north. The Highway to Tofino includes opportunities to view the stunning Old Growth Forest at Cathedral Grove and the Steam Railway and  turn of the century lumber mill at Port Alberni. Your waterfront accommodation at Tofino is for two nights.

Day Six ~ Exploring Tofino and the Pacific Rim National Park

Walk the unspoilt beaches or take an interpretive tour. Whale watching trips in high speed Zodiacs leave on a regular basis as do trips to Hotsprings Cove. Overnight Tofino accommodation.

Day Seven ~ Tofino to Port Alberni

Lots of time to explore Tofino before heading back to Port Alberni and an overnight stay before boarding the Lady Rose tomorrow for the day excursion to Bamfield. Overnight Port Alberni.

Day Eight ~ Port Alberni to Bamfield and Qualicum Beach

Included in this vacation is a full day excursion on the MV Lady Rose to Bamfield and the Broken Islands with a late afternoon return to Port Alberni. On returning to Port Alberni it is a short drive to Qualicum Beach. Waterfront accommodation has been reserved for one night.

Day Nine ~ Qualicum Beach to Vancouver

Return to Vancouver via BC Ferries and return your car at Vancouver Airport

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