Holiday Overview
Experience Canada’s Pacific Coast as you drive the Sea to Sky Highway, from Vancouver to Whistler. Explore the Sunshine Coast before heading to Quadra Island, across the Strait of Georgia, where you have the chance to seek out black bears in their natural habitat.
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Ultimate Pacific Coast Experience Fly Drive includes:
- Return UK flights
- 14 nights Accommodation
- Car Hire (We recommend adding Sat Nav)
- BC Ferries tolls for vehicle & passengers
- 2 Breakfasts & 2 Dinners at West Coast Wilderness Lodge
- Peak to Peak Gondola Ride (operates daily May 26th to September 16th, price for non operating dates will be adjusted at time of booking)
- Vancouver Hop on Hop off Sightseeing Tour
- Wildlife Adventure Tour
- Victoria Tour - Butchart Gardens or Eat Like a Canadian (your choice)
- Vancouver Sunset Dinner Cruise
- Tofino Coastal Bear Watching Tour
- Vancouver hotel to Airport transfer
Day 1 - Fly from the UK to Vancouver
Arrive in Vancouver and transfer to your downtown hotel.
Transfer not included.
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Rosedale on Robson Suite Hotel
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Sutton Place Hotel Vancouver
Fairmont Waterfront Hotel
Day 2 - Vancouver Sightseeing
Spend today sightseeing in Vancouver with your Hop on Hop off Sightseeing pass.
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Rosedale on Robson Suite Hotel
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Sutton Place Hotel Vancouver
Fairmont Waterfront Hotel
Day 3 - Vancouver to Whistler (122 km/76 mi)
This morning you depart from Vancouver and head along the scenic Sea to Sky Highway and on to Whistler. Along the way why not take in the magnificent Shannon Falls and the Stawamus Chief Rock, world renowned amongst climbers who come to climb the cliffs of granite. You should arrive into Whistler by early afternoon..
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Summit Lodge Boutique Hotel
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Aava Hotel
Four Seasons Whistler
Day 4 - Whistler Exploring
This delightful alpine resort is situated between the world famous Whistler and Blackcomb Mountains. There are an extensive range of activities during the summer to enjoy - why not try out your golf on one of the 4 championship designer golf courses or if golf is not your thing, a huge array of water activities on any of the 5 mountain lakes or numerous rivers, or sit back at the top of a mountain, taking in the stunning views whilst dining on superb cuisine. Or just relax and enjoy some of the many excellent cafes and restaurants in town. Be astonished by the beauty of Whistler Blackcomb’s alpine environment via the newly opened Peak Adventure on Whistler Mountain. Take the Whistler Gondola to Whistler Mountain’s sub-alpine and then rise to over 7,000 feet via Whistler’s premier open chairlift. At the top of the Peak Chair, guests will be treated to unbelievable views of glaciers, extinct volcanoes, snow-capped peaks and more. Gondola dates of operation: May - Sep, Summer dates are subject to change due to factors such as weather and snowpack, if Gondola is not operating a refund will be issued.
Featured accommodation
Summit Lodge Boutique Hotel
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Aava Hotel
Four Seasons Whistler
Unmissable Experiences
Peak 2 Peak Gondola
Day 5 - Whistler to Sunshine Coast (244 km/151 mi)
Head back down the Sea to Sky highway to Horseshoe Bay and sail for 45 minutes on BC Ferries (ferry toll included) to the Sunshine Coast. This short cruise takes you through picturesque fjord like waters almost surrounded by mountains covered with untouched forests and glaciated peaks. your ferry and then drive along the relaxing and stunningly beautiful route, through multi coloured forests and scenic coastal fishing villages onwards to your overnight accommodation.
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West Coast Wilderness Lodge
Day 6 - Sunshine Coast
Why not spend today taking part in the huge variety of outdoor adventures that this stunning natural landscape offers.
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West Coast Wilderness Lodge
Day 7 - Sunshine Coast to Quadra Island (78 km/47 mi)
Today you head north to Earls Cove for a 50 minutes BC Ferry ride (ferry toll included) to Saltery Bay. From there, continue following the coastal road to Powell River, where you will board another BC Ferry service (ferry toll included) across the strait of Georgia to Vancouver Island. On landing on Vancouver Island, continue north to Campbell River and your destination for the night - stunning Quadra Island.
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April Point Resort & Spa
Day 8 - Wildlife Adventure Cruise
By Zodiac, cruise among the Discovery Islands and observe local BC wildlife in their natural habitat. Watch for Stellar sea lions, seals, Minke whales and Pacific white-sided dolphins. You’ll see bald eagles swoop from the tree tops and majestic herons fishing in the tidal pools. At low tide, there is an opportunity to see black bears. (included)
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April Point Resort & Spa
Day 9 - Quadra Island to Tofino (225 km / 140 mi)
Depart Quadra Island onboard a short BC Ferry ride (ferry toll included) to Vancouver Island and, from there, head south west to Ucluelet on the rugged West Coast of the island. En-route, we recommed a stop to see the Mars Water - Bombers at Sproat Lake. They are the world’s two largest water-bombers whose sole purpose in life is putting out forest fires. Continue on and head through the splendid Sutton Pass and the Sawtooth Range of the Cascade Mountains to arrive in Tofino around mid afternoon.
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Cox Bay Beach Resort
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Wickaninnish Inn
Day 10 - Tofino (Pacific Rim National Park)
Spend today at your leisure taking in Tofino and the Pacific Rim National Park. A sunset at Tonquin Beach is spectacular.
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Cox Bay Beach Resort
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Tofino Resort + Marina
Wickaninnish Inn
Day 11 - Explore Tofino (Pacific Rim National Park)
We would thoroughly recommend a walk along the renowned Long Beach, with its mile upon mile of untouched sandy beaches and pounding surf or, you could explore the nearby rain forests on a selection of well groomed trails. Today we have included a Coastal Bear Viewing tour from Tofino. The departure time depends on the tides, it is a 2 hour 30 minute tour. This tour features black bears and explores the fjord inlets of Clayoquot Sound. During the winter, local black bears are in semi-hibernation. Come May, they leave their dens and head for the closest food source - the ocean! While the bears forage in the intertidal zone, you can unobtrusively observe and photograph their behaviour. You will experience the tour aboard an open-air, rescue-style, 24' rigid-hulled Zodiac suitable for this calm water program. The vessel's shallow draft is especially good for manoeuvring in the small sheltered bays while you are watching for bears and learning about this unique environment.
Featured accommodation
Cox Bay Beach Resort
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Tofino Resort + Marina
Wickaninnish Inn
Day 12 - Tofino - Victoria (313km/195mls)
Travel back to the East Coast of Vancouver Island and head south to Victoria. En-route stops should be made at the artist community of Chemainus, where you can admire the giant murals which adorn the exterior walls throughout the town and Duncan the "City of Totems". If time permits, visit the Quw'utsun Heritage Village which provides you with an insight into the lives of the northwest coast people (seasonal hours - admission not included).
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Oswego Hotel
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Hotel Chateau Victoria
Magnolia Hotel & Spa
Day 13 - Victoria Exploring (Butchart Gardens)
Today is free to explore Victoria, with its turn-of-the century architecture, and British traditions such as high tea and shops full of woolens and china. We have included a tour today the choice is yours between a visit to Butchart Gardens with it's 50 acre display of magnificent colour or a food tour of Victoria (Eat Like a Canadian)
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Oswego Hotel
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Hotel Chateau Victoria
Magnolia Hotel & Spa
Day 14 - Victoria - Vancouver (69km/43 mls + ferry)
Depart your Victoria hotel for Swartz Bay Ferry Terminal for your 90 minute ferry ride (ferry toll included) to Tsawwassen. On board BC Ferries enjoy the scenery of the Gulf Islands as you cross the Strait of Georgia. From Tsawwassen continue on to downtown Vancouver where you can drop off your hire car and check into your hotel. Spend the remained of the afternoon at your leisure before joining the Sunset Dinner Cruise this evening from Vancouver's Coal Harbour area.
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Rosedale on Robson Suite Hotel
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Sutton Place Hotel Vancouver
Fairmont Waterfront Hotel
Day 15 - Fly Vancouver to UK
Depart your hotel for your flight back to the UK. (transfer included)
Rosedale on Robson Suite Hotel, Vancouver
Located in the heart of Vancouver, this family-friendly hotel is a favourite for sports fans & theatre goers. The hotel is just two blocks from BC Place Stadium, home of the BC Lions, and just three blocks from Rogers Arena, home of the Vancouver Canucks. The hotel is also close to the Queen Elizabeth Theatre, Vancouver Centre for the Performing Arts, Vancouver Playhouse, and Orpheum Theatre.
Sutton Place Hotel Vancouver
Few hotels can rival the elegance, European charm and hospitality of The Sutton Place Hotel. One of Vancouver’s most beautiful boutique hotels, situated in the heart of downtown Vancouver. The spectacular setting allows guests to experience exceptional service and all the needed amenities within the cosmopolitan ambience of the city set against a majestic backdrop of mountains and sea.
Fairmont Waterfront Hotel, Vancouver
The Fairmont Waterfront luxury hotel showcases the best of Vancouver. Conveniently located, the hotel connects by covered walkway to the Vancouver Convention and Exhibition Centre, the cruise ship terminal at Canada Place, and the Sky train. Situated on scenic Burrard Inlet, it has a central to sightseeing and shopping in Vancouver.
Aava Hotel
The Aava is just a snowballs throw from Whistler Village and a few more footsteps to the lifts of Whistler & Blackcomb Mountains. Experience Whistlers’ culinary excellence and vibrant nightlife. Whether for business or fun, the Aava is the perfect hotel to relax in affordable style.
Four Seasons Whistler
Grand in scale, intimate by nature, luxury Four Seasons Resort and Residences Whistler epitomizes the mountain spirit. Inside, find 291 luxury lodge guest rooms, including 95 hotel suites and 20 private residences with open-sky spaciousness and European-styled refinement. An expansive timber, glass and stone lobby harmonizes your transition between the great outdoors and the cosy wood hotel interiors of your private space in Whistler.
West Coast Wilderness Resort
The West Coast Wilderness Lodge Resort offers guests unsurpassed scenery, exceptional adventure opportunities, fresh|| seasonal cuisine and a variety of accommodations to suit all tastes. Enjoy the solitude at the edge of the wilderness following a scenic three hour drive or 45 minute float plane trip from downtown Vancouver.
April Point Resort & Spa
Tucked away in a pocket of pristine British Columbia lies April Point Resort & Spa. On the shores of Quadra Island, the resort is surrounded by the waters of Discovery Passage and Gowlland Harbour, set against the backdrop of the majestic Coastal Mountains
Cox Bay Beach Resort
A stunning beach resort located just off the Pacific Rim Highway and just a 10-minute drive from Tofino, British Columbia. This resort offers stunning views of Cox Bay Beach and access to the beautiful Long Beach Golf Course located within walking distance of the resort.
Wickaninnish Inn, Tofino
The Wickaninnish Inn offers direct access to Chesterman Beach, and panoramic ocean or beach views from every guest room. The Inn has 75 deluxe guest rooms and suites (with fireplace, soaker tub and individual balcony), and a 720 sq. ft. meeting/banquet room (accommodating up to 60 people). The Pointe Restaurant seats 75 and the full-service Ancient Cedars Spa is a destination spa offering extensive body and esthetic treatments.
Tofino Resort & Marina
The Tofino Resort & Marina features sea adventure tours, a private marina and on-site dining. The resort is set in Clayoquot Sound on the west side of Vancouver Island, 10 minutes walk from Tofino town centre.
Oswego Hotel
The Oswega is a sophisticated, urban, boutique hotel steps away from the Inner Harbour and downtown Victoria. The hotel’s combination of modern design, incredible service and luxury amenities makes it the perfect place to get a taste of the city’s natural surroundings and urban vibe.
Hotel Chateau Victoria
Discover Victoria at its finest through an authentic local experience in the heart of downtown. With deeply entrenched roots in the local community and a strong sense of environmental responsibility – the Chateau Victoria strives to share all that makes Victoria special to each and every guest.
Magnolia Hotel & Spa
The Magnolia Hotel and Spa is just 2 blocks from Victoria’s picturesque Inner Harbour and in the heart of the city’s best shopping, dining and entertainment.
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