Day 1: Vancouver
Arrive in Vancouver, pick up your rental car and check in at your downtown hotel. Spend the remaining day to visit the sights & attractions of Vancouver including Stanley Park, Robson Street, Capilano Suspension Bridge or Grouse Mountain. Guided city sightseeing tours on request.
Day 2: Vancouver - Tofino
Drive to Horseshoe Bay and take the BC Ferry to Nanaimo on the East Coast of Vancouver Island. Drive north towards Parksville, then cross the Island to the West Coast. Arrive at Ucluelet/Tofino and check in at your hotel. (240 km).
Day 3: Pacific Rim National Park
Tofino and Ucluelet are two gems and gateway to one of British Columbia's most prized nature reserves, Pacific Rim National Park. Experience the pristine wilderness first hand by walking along Long Beach or the Wild Pacific Trail.
Day 4: Pacific Rim National Park
The Pacific Rim offers a variety of outdoor activities. Whale watching, bear viewing, hiking, surfing, hot springs excursions and beach combing just to name a few. Take a stroll along the beach watching the sunset and enjoy a delicious dinner at one of the famous restaurants.
Day 5: Tofino - Victoria
Leave Pacific Rim and drive to the southern tip of Vancouver Island. The "Garden City" Victoria sparkles in one of Canada's mildest climates and still shows it's unique British character. Stroll along Inner Harbour where the impressive Empress Hotel is presiding. (210 km).
Day 6: Victoria
Victoria boasts a fascinating history and many famous landmarks like the Empress Hotel, Chinatown, Parlament Building, Helmcken House or the Antique Row. Surrounded by ocean waters, Victoria is also well known for excellent whale watching trips.
Day 7: Victoria - Vancouver
Stopver at famous Butchart Gardens on your way to the ferry terminal in Swartz Bay. The Gardens have several theme areas including: Japanese Garden, Rose Garden and a Sunken Garden. Take the ferry from Swartz Bay to Vancouver. End of Tour. (70 km).
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