EXPERIENCE
Travel up the coast of Vancouver Island to Port Hardy and embark on an unforgettable ferry ride. Sail past some of the most stunning landscapes in the world into the heart of the Great Bear Rainforest. Watch grizzly bears in the wild, search for the rare Kermode bear, or enjoy a guided river wildlife tour.
Take an eight-hour scenic drive to the remote city of Williams Lake and end your trip with a stop in the vibrant resort town of Whistler before returning to Vancouver.
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DAY 1
Start your trip with a scenic sailing from Metro Vancouver to Nanaimo, and then drive up the coast of Vancouver Island towards Courtenay. Stop off on the way to see goats on the roof at Coombs Old Country Market.
Lodging: Bayview Hotel
DAY 2
Start your day with a tasty breakfast in one of the eclectic cafes in Courtenay. Fill up your growler at a local brewery before heading out of town and driving up to Port Hardy. Stop at local fishing towns like Sayward or Telegraph Cove on the way for a chance to see orcas swimming nearby.
Lodging: Kwa'lilas Hotel
DAY 3
Sail through stunning West Coast landscapes, keeping an eye out for wildlife and remote Indigenous villages along the route.
Lodging: Your choice between:
Bella Coola Valley InnDAY 4
Set out on a wilderness adventure. Depending on the season, join a thrilling river wildlife tour (Jun 1 - Aug 14) accompanied by a biologist and river guide, or a grizzly bear tour (Aug 15 - Oct 15) to observe these majestic animals in their natural habitat.
Lodging: Your choice between:
Bella Coola Valley InnDAY 5
Journey along Highway 20 to Williams Lake. Discover the city’s rural charm, and learn about its ranching culture and gold rush history.
Lodging: Coast Fraser Inn
DAY 6
Drive past sweeping vistas and through rugged wilderness on your way to the resort community of Whistler, where you can enjoy outdoor adventure and superb restaurants.
Lodging: Delta Whistler Village Suites
DAY 7
Finish your trip stopping at viewpoints on the Sea to Sky Highway, voted one of the best drives in North America, as you drive home to Metro Vancouver.
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