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.
Starting from US$ 815 CDN$ 850, FROM VANCOUVER, BC
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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