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Discovery Coast Passage Circle | |
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| Itinerary | |
| Day1. | Vancouver to Victoria |
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From Vancouver, sail on our route between Tsawwassen and Swartz Bay, through the magnificent scenery of the southern Gulf Islands. There is opportunity to see killer whales, porpoises and other marine mammals on this route. Overnight in Victoria. Overnight: Victoria | |
| Day2. | Victoria to Campbell River |
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After visiting Victoria's attractions (amongst them, the Royal BC Museum, Empress Hotel, Butchart Gardens), travel north over the spectacular Malahat Drive, with its commanding views of the surrounding countryside. Continue north, passing through Vancouver Island beach communities to overnight in Campbell River, the Salmon Capital of the World. Overnight: Campbell River | |
| Day3. | Campbell River to Port Hardy |
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Continue north on the Island Highway (Highway 19) through pine forests to Port Hardy at the northern tip of Vancouver Island. Overnight Port Hardy. Overnight: Port Hardy | |
| Day4. | Port Hardy to Bella Coola |
| In the morning, board the Queen of Chilliwack en route to Bella Coola, stopping for en route adventures in unique coastal communities. (Ports vary subject to sailing day.) On your voyage, you'll observe the solitude of sheltered inlets, surrounded by tranquil islands and fjords, where eagles soar, dolphins play, and whales surface and plunge. Overnight: Bella Coola | |
| Day5. | Bella Coola to Tweedsmuir |
| From Bella Coola, drive the "Freedom Highway" to Tweedsmuir Provincial Park. Enjoy camping, hiking, and outstanding fly fishing for trout in this premier wilderness park. | |
| Day6. | To Williams Lake & Cariboo Country |
| Proceed east on Highway 20 to Williams Lake, the centre of "Cariboo Country." En route, perhaps take the opportunity to raft the exciting Chilko River or detour along Farwell Canyon Road to view bighorn sheep. Overnight: Williams Lake | |
| Day7. | Cariboo Wagon Road |
| Proceed south along Highway 97, the old Cariboo Wagon Road. Perhaps stop and discover true western hospitality at guest ranches along the way. | |
| Day8. | Lillooet to Whistler/Vancouver |
| Finish the circle tour by returning to Vancouver via Highways 97 and 1, or extend the trip by taking Highway 99 from Lillooet to Whistler, British Columbia's renowned luxury resort, and then to Vancouver. | |