About this trip
This tour takes you through Vancouver Island by coach, starting with a ferry crossing from Vancouver to Victoria, where you spend two nights exploring BC's capital at a relaxed pace.
From there you head to Tofino for three nights, a laid-back base known for whale watching and surfing, reached via the Pacific Rim Highway with its coastal and rainforest views.
The route finishes in Northern Vancouver Island, a quieter, wilder stretch of coast with secluded beaches and a good chance of spotting wildlife in the open.
What you'll do
- Cross by BC Ferries from Vancouver to Victoria
- Visit Butchart Gardens
- Free time to explore Victoria at your own pace
- Three nights based in Tofino, BC's whale watching and surfing hub
- Drive the Pacific Rim Highway along rugged coastline and rainforest
- Explore the quieter beaches and wildlife habitats of Northern Vancouver Island
- Coach-based trip with fixed overnight stops rather than constant movement
- Good fit for families and groups wanting a mix of sightseeing and nature
- Wildlife sightings in Northern Vancouver Island are not guaranteed, as with any natural setting
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Departing in Sep is cheapest — from £2,215, about 14% below the priciest month (Jul).
Getting there
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Where to stay
A night before your tour in Vancouver · 26 Sept – 27 Sept
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