8-Day Vancouver Island Premium Tour from Vancouver: Victoria, Tofino | Pacific Rim National Park | Northern Vancouver Island

What you'll experience

Highlights

8 days

Day-by-day itinerary

1. 1

   Day 1 — Vancouver to Victoria

   * Depart downtown Vancouver at 9:15am.
   * Take a scenic ferry through the Gulf Islands.
   * Arrive on Vancouver Island and visit the famous Butchart Gardens.
   * Visit Sea Cider for a tour and enjoy a cider tasting.
   * Check-in at your centrally located hotel in downtown Victoria.
   * Evening at leisure to explore the city.

   

   Butchart Gardens

   Meals: B: Excluded, L: Excluded, D: ExcludedStay: Hotel Grand Pacific or similar
2. 2

   Day 2 — Victoria

   * Enjoy a Victoria City tour this morning visiting Beacon Hill Park, Chinatown, Fan Tan Alley, Fisherman's Wharf, and Government Street.
   * The remainder of the day is at your leisure. You can stroll along Government Street or visit the well known Royal BC Museum. You also have the option to enjoy Afternoon Tea at the Fairmont Empress Hotel.

   

   Beacon Hill Park

   

   Chinatown, Victoria

   Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: ExcludedStay: Hotel Grand Pacific or similar
3. 3

   Day 3 — Victoria to Tofino

   * Early departure from your hotel and drive along the Malahat Highway where you can enjoy beautiful views over the Southern Gulf Islands.
   * Stop at the Malahat SkyWalk - the newest outdoor experience on Vancouver Island. Embark on a 600 metre-long elevated walkway through an expansive Arbutus and Douglas Fir forest, leading to a 10-story, architecturally-inspiring spiral tower lookout – the first of its kind in BC. Rising 250 metres above sea level, you will enjoy 360-degree views of islands, inlets, fjords, forests, and mountains in two countries.
   * Stop in Duncan for a brief tour around the City of Totems and free time for lunch.
   * Arrive in Tofino in the evening and check into your hotel. Your guide will tell you about all the great onsite amenities and best places for dinner tonight.

   Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: ExcludedStay: Tofino Resort & Marina
4. 4

   Day 4 — Tofino & Pacific Rim National Park

   * Today explore Tofino and its magnificent beaches including Long Beach and option to join your guide for a hike.
   * Enjoy a visit to the Ucluelet Aquarium, which is a fantastic locally run aquarium displaying the amazing variety of local marine life and offering great education on the local environment.
   * After visiting the Aquarium join your guide for a trail walk of the Wild Pacific Trail Lighthouse area to see the rugged coastline and sweeping ocean views.
   * Evening at leisure.

   

   Tofino-Long Beach Chamber

   

   Wild Pacific Trail (Ucluelet Lighthouse Loop)

   

   Pacific Rim National Park Reserve of Canada

   Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: ExcludedStay: Tofino Resort & Marina
5. 5

   Day 5 — Tofino & Pacific Rim National Park

   * Today you have a full day to join an activity such as taking a boat cruise to Hot Springs Cove, kayaking, surfing, hiking through one of the many rainforest trails, or simply relaxing on the beach.
   * The remainder of the evening is at your leisure to explore the town of Tofino.

   

   Pacific Rim National Park Reserve of Canada

   Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: ExcludedStay: Tofino Resort & Marina
6. 6

   Day 6 — Tofino to Campbell River

   * Check out of your hotel this morning and depart Tofino, traveling back towards the east coast of Vancouver Island.
   * Arrive in Coombs Market, famously known for the goats on the rooftop and today's stop for lunch. Here you can find fresh produce, great sandwiches, and the best ice cream on the Island.
   * Continue your drive along the Coastal Highway 19A that has you travel through coastal communities and along beautiful landscape, stopping in Comox for dinner this evening.
   * Arrive in Campbell River and your hotel for the night.
   * Evening at leisure - stroll along the waterfront, take in the sunset, and embrace the small town feel.

   Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: ExcludedStay: Painter’s Lodge or similar
7. 7

   Day 7 — Northern Vancouver Island

   * Morning at leisure with the option to participate in many different activities including kayaking, fishing, and whale watching.
   * Option to go on a full day Grizzly Bear Expedition into the Bute or Toba Valley (available from Aug 20-Oct 15.).
   * Visit Elk Falls Provincial Park and explore the extensive network of walking and hiking trails including Elk Falls Suspension Bridge. Enjoy a walk on the  elevated cantilevered viewing platform that offers an amazing view of Elk Falls.
   * Arrive back at your hotel and free time for dinner.

   Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: ExcludedStay: Painter’s Lodge or similar
8. 8

   Day 8 — Campbell River to Nanaimo to Vancouver

   * Depart Campbell River in the morning.
   * Stop at Morningstar Farm in Parksville. Morningstar Farm is a local food hub featuring self-guided tours, a farmgate store, seasonal "calfé", a petting farm, and trails.
   * Stop in Nanaimo for a stroll along the Harbourfront. Don't miss trying one of the famous Nanaimo Bars - a treat for everyone loving sweets.
   * Take the 3:55 pm ferry from Nanaimo to Horseshoe Bay.
   * Return to downtown Vancouver at approximately 6:30pm.

   Meals: B: Included, L: Excluded, D: Excluded

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