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  • Vancouver, Canada

Victoria & Vancouver Island Premium Tour - From Vancouver

  • 8 days (approx.)

  • Mobile ticket

  • Offered in: English

This itinerary explores the best of what Vancouver Island has to offer. Begin with a spectacular BC Ferries crossing from Vancouver to BC’s capital city of Victoria, where we spend two nights. Explore the famous Butchart Gardens and have sufficient time to explore the city at your leisure. Enjoy 3-nights in the laid back town of Tofino, the whale watching and surfing mecca of BC. The drive on the Pacific Rim Highway is stunning with views of the rugged coastline and lush rainforest. The journey continues to Northern Vancouver Island known for its rugged beauty that rewards guests with solitude, secluded beaches and glimpses of wildlife in their natural habitat.

What to Expect

Shared tour (max 22)
27 stops
8 days duration
Day 1

Vancouver - Victoria

Stop at: Canada Place

30 min

Depart downtown Vancouver at 9:30am

Stop at: Impark - Tsawwassen Ferry Terminal Lot 1650

90 min Admission included

Take a scenic ferry through the Gulf Islands

Stop at: The Butchart Gardens

90 min Admission included

Arrive in Vancouver Island and visit the famous Butchart Gardens

Stop at: Victoria

240 min

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

Grand Pacific or similar
Day 2

Victoria

Stop at: Victoria

120 min

Enjoy a Victoria City tour this morning visiting Beacon Hill Park, Chinatown, Fan Tan Alley, Fisherman’s Wharf and Government Street

Stop at: Victoria

480 min

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.

Grand Pacific or similar
Day 3

Victoria - Tofino

Stop at: Victoria

45 min

Early departure from your hotel and drive along the Malahat Highway where you can enjoy beautiful views over the Southern Gulf Islands

Stop at: Malahat Skywalk

120 min Admission included

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 at: Duncan

60 min

Stop in Duncan for a brief tour around the City of Totems and free time for lunch

Stop at: Tofino

180 min

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.

Tofino Resort & Marina
Day 4

Tofino & Pacific Rim National Park

Stop at: Tofino

120 min

Today explore Tofino and its magnificent beaches including Long Beach and option to join your guide for a hike

Stop at: Ucluelet Aquarium

45 min Admission included

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.

Stop at: Ucluelet

120 min

After visiting the Aquarium join your guide for a trail walk of the Wild Pacific Trail Lighthouse area, around Ucluelet, to see the rugged coastline and sweeping ocean views

Stop at: Tofino

180 min

Evening at leisure

Tofino Resort & Marina
Day 5

Tofino & Pacific Rim National Park

Stop at: Tofino

480 min

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

Tofino Resort & Marina
Day 6

Tofino - Campbell River

Stop at: Tofino

180 min

Check out of your hotel this morning and depart Tofino, traveling back towards the east coast of Vancouver Island

Stop at: Old Country Market - Goats on Roof

60 min

Arrive in Coombs Market, famously known for the goat 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

Stop at: Comox

120 min

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

Stop at: Campbell River

120 min

Arrive in Campbell River and your hotel for the night Evening at leisure to explore the resort, watch the sunset and enjoy the peaceful surroundings

Naturally Pacific Resort or similar
Day 7

Northern Vancouver Island

Stop at: Campbell River

240 min

Morning at leisure with the option to participate in many different activities including kayaking, fishing, and whale watching

Stop at: Campbell River

60 min

Arrive back at your hotel and free time for dinner

Naturally Pacific Resort or similar
Day 8

Campbell River - Vancouver

Stop at: Campbell River

15 min

Depart Campbell River in the morning

Stop at: Elk Falls Provincial Park

60 min Admission included

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

Stop at: Morningstar Farm

60 min Admission included

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 at: Nanaimo

60 min

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

Stop at: Departure Bay Ferry Terminal

90 min Admission included

Take the ferry from Nanaimo to Horseshoe Bay

Stop at: Vancouver

60 min

Return to downtown Vancouver at approximately 6:30pm

What's Included

INCLUDED
  • Experienced, fun and friendly guide
  • Malahat SkyWalk
  • Admission to The Naa’Waya’Sum Coastal Indigenous Gardens (formerly the Tofino Botanical Gardens)
  • Breakfast (7)
  • All taxes and park fees
  • BC Ferries
  • Sea Cider Tasting
  • Small coach transportation
  • Butchart Gardens
NOT INCLUDED
  • Travel insurance
  • Additional Meals
  • Gratuities

Meeting And Pickup

Start time:

9:15 AM

What To Expect

    Day 1: Vancouver - Victoria
  • Depart downtown Vancouver at 9:30am

    Duration: 30 minutes

    Admission Included: NOT_APPLICABLE

  • Take a scenic ferry through the Gulf Islands

    Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes

    Admission Included: YES

  • Arrive in Vancouver Island and visit the famous Butchart Gardens

    Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes

    Admission Included: YES

  • 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

    Duration: 4 hours

    Admission Included: NOT_APPLICABLE

  • Day 2: Victoria
  • Enjoy a Victoria City tour this morning visiting Beacon Hill Park, Chinatown, Fan Tan Alley, Fisherman’s Wharf and Government Street

    Duration: 2 hours

    Admission Included: NOT_APPLICABLE

  • 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.

    Duration: 8 hours

    Admission Included: NOT_APPLICABLE

  • Day 3: Victoria - Tofino
  • Early departure from your hotel and drive along the Malahat Highway where you can enjoy beautiful views over the Southern Gulf Islands

    Duration: 45 minutes

    Admission Included: NOT_APPLICABLE

  • 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

    Duration: 2 hours

    Admission Included: YES

  • Stop in Duncan for a brief tour around the City of Totems and free time for lunch

    Duration: 1 hour

    Admission Included: NOT_APPLICABLE

  • 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.

    Duration: 3 hours

    Admission Included: NOT_APPLICABLE

  • 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

    Duration: 2 hours

    Admission Included: NOT_APPLICABLE

  • 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.

    Duration: 45 minutes

    Admission Included: YES

  • After visiting the Aquarium join your guide for a trail walk of the Wild Pacific Trail Lighthouse area, around Ucluelet, to see the rugged coastline and sweeping ocean views

    Duration: 2 hours

    Admission Included: NOT_APPLICABLE

  • Evening at leisure

    Duration: 3 hours

    Admission Included: NOT_APPLICABLE

  • 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

    Duration: 8 hours

    Admission Included: NOT_APPLICABLE

  • Day 6: Tofino - Campbell River
  • Check out of your hotel this morning and depart Tofino, traveling back towards the east coast of Vancouver Island

    Duration: 3 hours

    Admission Included: NOT_APPLICABLE

  • Arrive in Coombs Market, famously known for the goat 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

    Duration: 1 hour

    Admission Included: NOT_APPLICABLE

  • 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

    Duration: 2 hours

    Admission Included: NOT_APPLICABLE

  • Arrive in Campbell River and your hotel for the night Evening at leisure to explore the resort, watch the sunset and enjoy the peaceful surroundings

    Duration: 2 hours

    Admission Included: NOT_APPLICABLE

  • Day 7: Northern Vancouver Island
  • Morning at leisure with the option to participate in many different activities including kayaking, fishing, and whale watching

    Duration: 4 hours

    Admission Included: NOT_APPLICABLE

  • Arrive back at your hotel and free time for dinner

    Duration: 1 hour

    Admission Included: NOT_APPLICABLE

  • Day 8: Campbell River - Vancouver
  • Depart Campbell River in the morning

    Duration: 15 minutes

    Admission Included: NOT_APPLICABLE

  • 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

    Duration: 1 hour

    Admission Included: YES

  • 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

    Duration: 1 hour

    Admission Included: YES

  • 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

    Duration: 1 hour

    Admission Included: NOT_APPLICABLE

  • Take the ferry from Nanaimo to Horseshoe Bay

    Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes

    Admission Included: YES

  • Return to downtown Vancouver at approximately 6:30pm

    Duration: 1 hour

    Admission Included: NOT_APPLICABLE

Additional Info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Not available for children age 4 and under.
  • Anyone 15 or younger must have a parent or guardian travel on the trip with them.

Cancellation Policy

This experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

Customer Reviews

Source: Viator and Tripadvisor

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Starting from

CA$4,175.00

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