Gulf Escape Vacations

Gulf Escape Vacation


Independent Vacations discovering the Canadian Gulf Islands,
Vancouver Island, and the Queen Charlotte Islands

    Vancouver and the Pacific Gulf Islands Introduction


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  • The city of Vancouver, site of the 2010 Winter Olympics, provides an exciting introduction to BC's coastal islands located just a short ferry ride away. This itinerary takes you to Saltspring and Galino, and if you’re lucky you might spot a pod of Orca whales along the way.

    4 NIGHTS ~ 5 DAYS

    Starting from US$ 815 CDN$ 850, 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 your downtown Vancouver hotel and enjoy a day at leisure. There is a lot to see and do in this city by the sea. Discover Stanley Park or visit Grouse Mountain for a spectacular view of the city. In the evening choose from one of the many excellent restaurants. Accommodation has been booked for one night.

    Day Two ~ Vancouver to Galiano Island

    At your leisure, depart your hotel and follow the driving instructions to the BC Ferries Terminal at Tsawwassen and board the direct service to Galiano Island in the Pacific Gulf Islands. Waterfront Galiano Island accommodation has been reserved for one night.

    Day Three ~ Galiano Island to Saltspring Island *

    Several ferry departures a day will take you via Mayne and Pender Islands to Saltspring Island where waterfront accommodation has been booked for two nights. Enroute, keep a lookout for Orca Whales that frequent the area. . Waterfront accommodation has been reserved for two nights.

    Day Four ~ Introduction to 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 Vancouver

    With three ferry connections to Vancouver with frequent departures leaving ample time for a little adventure: sea kayaking, a charter salmon fishing trip or more exploring of this island paradise. Return to Vancouver via BC Ferries.

    Need a Car? We will include one for you at competitive rates

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Morning Mist over the Harbour
Morning Mist over the Harbour

The Saltspring Roasting Company
Saltspring Island Coffee Shop

Charter Boat Sailing
Charter Boat Sailing
Galiano Island Accomodation
Galiano Island Accomodation

Real estate agent on Salt Spring

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