House of travel Canada & Alaska Brochure 2017 | Page 29

Self-Drive Canada
© Destination BC Stay and Wander
Canada’s Pacific Coast
© Destination BC Albert Normandin
Discover Whistler and the
Rockies 8 days/7 nights Sunshine Coast Circle
5 days/4 nights Nowhere else on earth has the meeting of land
and sea created such magnificent beauty. The
Pacific Rim National Park provides protection
for rainforests and an amazing marine
environment. Explore the delightful village of Whistler and
head through Lillooet, known as the land of the
Gold Rush Trail. On your journey to Jasper stop
and view the graceful Pyramid Falls. From here
carry on into the spectacular Rocky Mountains. The Sunshine Coast and Vancouver Island have
a landscape that beckons the adventurous soul.
The rugged western coastline of Vancouver
Island boasts an array of wildlife as well as virgin
forests and glaciated peaks.
Day 1: Vancouver – Tofino (221km)
Depart Vancouver for Horseshoe Bay and
ferry to Vancouver Island. At Nanaimo head to
Tofino on the rugged West Coast. Day 1: Vancouver – Whistler (122km) Day 1: Vancouver – Sunshine Coast (103km)
Depart Vancouver for Horseshoe Bay and sail
for 45 minutes to the Sunshine Coast.
Day 2: Tofino (Pacific Rim National Park)
You may wish to walk along the famed Long
Beach, with its miles of pristine sandy beach
and pounding surf, or explore the rainforests
on a selection of well groomed trails. Mid
afternoon enjoy a 3 hour whale watch cruise
through Clayoquot Sound.
Day 3: Tofino – Victoria (313km)
Travel back to the East Coast of Vancouver
Island and head south to Victoria.
Day 4: Victoria
Today is free to explore Victoria, with its turn
of the century architecture, British traditions
such as hi gh tea and shops full of woollens
and china. Admission to the Butchart Gardens
is included.
Day 5: Victoria – Vancouver (69km)
Drive north to Swartz Bay Ferry Terminal for
a 90 minute ferry ride to Tsawwassen then
continue on to Vancouver where your journey
ends.
9 days/8 nights
Day 2: Whistler
Take time to experience this charming alpine
resort and enjoy the Peak 2 Peak Gondola Ride.
Day 2: Sunshine Coast
Choose from a variety of outdoor activities
such as kayaking in the beautiful surrounds.
Day 3: Whistler – Sun Peaks (293km)
Begin your spectacular drive on the Duffey
Lake Road where you will see breathtaking
views of Joffre Glacier, continue on through
Gold Rush country to the resort town of Sun
Peaks.
Day 3: Sunshine Coast – Quadra Island
(78km)
Day 4: Quadra Island
Enjoy an Eco Wilderness Cruise into Desolation
Sound.
Day 4: Sun Peaks – Jasper (444km)
Day 5: Jasper
Explore this charming mountain village, close
to many terrific scenic highlights. Visit Maligne
Lake, one of the most photographed lakes in
the world.
Day 5: Quadra Island – Tofino, Vancouver
Island (225km)
Day 6: Tofino (Pacific Rim National Park)
A 3 hour whale watch cruise is included
through the Clayoquot Sound.
Day 6: Jasper – Banff (292km)
Day 7: Tofino – Victoria (313km)
Stop en route at the artist community of
Chemainus.
Day 7: Banff
Enjoy a trip up the Banff Gondola where you’ll
have a panoramic view of the Bow Valley and
take a dip in the hot mineral pools at the Upper
Hot Springs.
Day 8: Victoria
Explore quaint Victoria.
Day 9: Victoria – Vancouver (69km)
Day 8: Banff – Calgary (115km)
Note: Also available in reverse
Departures: Daily (May-Oct) Departures: Daily (May-Oct) Departures: Daily (May-Sep)
Inclusions: 4 nights accommodation, ferry
for vehicle and passengers, sightseeing and
activities as per itinerary, travel documentation Inclusions: 7 nights accommodation,
sightseeing and activities as per itinerary, travel
documentation Inclusions: 8 nights accommodation, ferry
for vehicle and passengers, sightseeing and
activities as per itinerary, travel documentation
Exclusions: Rental car, road tolls, national
park entrance fees, ferry reservation fee and
surcharges Exclusions: Rental car, road tolls, national park
entrance fees and surcharges Exclusions: Rental car, road tolls, national
park entrance fees, ferry reservation fee and
surcharges
Price Guide From: $825
Ucluelet
Price Guide From: $1636
BRITISH COLUMBIA
Tofino
Parksville
Nanaimo
Horseshoe Bay
Vancouver
PACIFIC
OCEAN
Price Guide From: $933
Quadra Island
BRITISH COLUMBIA
Sun Peaks Resort
Whistler
Campbell River
Jasper
BRITISH COLUMBIA
ALBERTA
Tofino
Sunshine Coast
Lake Louise
Calgary
Banff
Vancouver
Victoria
USA
(April Point Resort)
USA
The price guide shown is per adult twin share, based on low season travel. Specials or surcharges may apply depending on travel date.
PACIFIC
OCEAN
Vancouver
Victoria
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