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You can easily customize this itinerary by changing the proposed accommodations and by choosing some optional extensions out of our wide selection of short packages. You also have the opportunity to spice up your holiday thanks to our unique choice of "à la carte" excursions. Please feel free to contact us if there's anything (activity, accommodation, length) you would like to change in the package (even if you cannot find it on our website). We are here to help create the holiday of your dream!

-Duration : 8 days and 7 nights
-Theme : Discovery Coast Passage
-Begin : Vancouver
-End : Vancouver
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ITINERARY DATES AND PRICES TYPE OF ACCOMMODATION INCLUDES OPTIONAL EXCURSIONS

Description du forfaits

Here’s a brand new itinerary which will enable you to explore Vancouver Island and the famous Discovery passage without having to drive all the way between Bella Coola and Vancouver. Even if you can’t spend a long time on your holidays, the fact of flying rather than driving gives you access to areas that would otherwise be unreachable. It could also allow you the time to include amazing Vancouver Island add-ons to this basic itinerary.




Upon arrival at the hotel on day one, you’ll find your personalized Globe-Trotter roadbook at the front desk. This very complete package of travelling literature includes: the relevant road maps, a copy of your detailed itinerary, some useful travelling tips, the vouchers, the relevant travelling guides, a 24h/7d toll free emergency number as well as a few surprises !

Day 1 - Vancouver
Pick up your rental car and drive to your hotel in Vancouver.

Day 2 - Vancouver / Victoria (65 km+ferry)
Today you take the ferry to Victoria, the charming capital of British Columbia.

Day 3 - Victoria / Parksville (146 km)
During your stay on Vancouver Island, there are several amazing add-ons that could be easily included in your package:

-THE CANADIAN PRINCESS RESORT ESCAPE : This is the ideal place for an unforgettable guided fishing adventure in open waters!

-THE GULF ISLANDS KAYAKING: The splendor and charm of the Canadian Gulf Islands is surely to seduce the kayaking adventurer in you!

-KNIGHT INLET ESCAPE: 80 km north of Campbell River lies a wild and magnificent region which is characterized by British Columbia’s longest coastal fjord (Knight Inlet) as well as by the astonishing fauna and flora of the rainforest. This is the spectacular setting of the Knight Inlet Lodge, a picturesque assortment of floating houses which was originally used as logging camp.

-GREAT BEAR LODGE ESCAPE : Here’s a fantastic viewing excursion in the central coast of British Columbia, known as the Great Bear Rainforest. This area is indeed one of the best places in the world to observe grizzly bears and other wildlife such as wolves, black bears, otters, bald eagles, wild salmons, etc. You will stay in a remotely located charming floating lodge whose stays are limited to a maximum of 10 guests to ensure a personalized experience. Your hosts will prepare wildernessgourmet meals using the best local seafood.

-PAINTER’S LODGE : It offers the best of two worlds: An amazing salmon fishing experience in a spectacular setting and a wild territory which is perfect for adventures and wildlife watching.

SONORA RESORT : A place where pure wilderness and perfect luxury meet Five-star accommodations, an extraordinary level of attention and service, and breathtaking outdoor adventure without compromise.

-LONG BEACH LODGE RESORT: Experience the natural beauty and the exceptional amenities at the luxurious Tofino beach front resort on Vancouver Island's rugged West Coast. The Lodge offers spectacular ocean views and easy access to the surrounding rainforest.

VANCOUVER, VICTORIA & WHISTLER CITY ESCAPES. Please feel free to contact our agents for additional possiblilities.


Day 4 - Parksville / Port Hardy (353 km)
Drop off your car in Port Hardy.

Days 5 and 6 - Port Hardy / Bella Coola (Discovery Coast Passage)

Today your adventure begin when you will board the ferry. You will travel the famous “Discovery Coast Passage” from Port Hardy to Bella Coola. During the 13-hour-trip, there are good opportunities to watch wildlife: bald eagles, dolphins, sea otters and whales.

Day 7 - Bella Coola / Vancouver (flight)
A 1h40 flight will bring you back to beautiful Vancouver.

Day 8 - Vancouver
Return flight.

 

You can use the scroll-down menu in order to select in wich currency the prices will be featured in the table below.
Departures dates
June 7, 14, 21, 28
July 5, 12, 19, 26
August 2, 9, 16, 23, 30
Price per person:
Occupancy Standard accommodation
double
1162 $ CAD- Tx. Incl.
single
1781 $ CAD- Tx. Incl.
triple
992 $ CAD- Tx. Incl.
quadruple
903 $ CAD- Tx. Incl.
child (under 12)
476 $ CAD- Tx. Incl.

Your accommodation (Standard):
Day 1 Days Inn Vancouver Downtown, Vancouver Day 4 Airport Inn, Port Hardy
Day 2 Quality Inn Downtown, Victoria Days 5 and 6 Bella Coola Valley Inn, Bella Coola
Day 3 Tigh-Na-Mara Resort, Parksville
(Chambre Jedediah)
Day 7 Days Inn Vancouver Downtown, Vancouver

 



As you probably have been in position to appreciate, this package features standard accommodation. However, please note that, upon request, we can also offer most of our itineraries with economic, superior, high-end, B&B and chalet accommodation. Please feel free to contact us if you want to change the type of accommodation.

 



The cost includes:
The cost does not include:
· The personalized roadbook of the perfect Globe-Trotter:road map, detailed itinerary, useful infos, touristic guides, etc.

· The assistance of your travel adviser in Canada who can be reached with a toll-free emergency number

· Access to the Discovery Coast Passage ferry from Port Hardy to Bella Coola

· Flight from Bella Coola to Vancouver

· 7 nights accommodation

· The applicable taxes and the contribution to the compensation Fund

· Air travel (available for this program, please see the quote request form or purchase your airline tickets our website)

· Car rental ( you can easily add a car rental to your package using the table below)

· The travel insurance

· Personal expenses

· Drinks (excluding coffee and tea with meals included)

· Park entrance fees

· Ferry to Vancouver Island


Car rental - Airport pick-up!
TIP: Please note that these prices include a pick up directly at the airport. Considering how expensive taxi transfer can be and the fact that you'll only have to park your vehicle in downtown (city centre) the first night, we truly belive that it's the easiest way to proceed. If for whatever reason you would like to proceed otherwise by rather piking-up the car in a downtown location on day 2, we'd be more than happy to quote it for you.
By clicking on the links, you’ll obtain the profile of each vehicle.
Rental car type / Duration
Low Season
from 04-01 to 30-06 and
from 28-08 to 19-12
High Season
from 01-07 to 27-08 and
from 20-12 to 03-01
327 $ CAD- Tx. Incl.
382 $ CAD- Tx. Incl.
342 $ CAD- Tx. Incl.
402 $ CAD- Tx. Incl.
396 $ CAD- Tx. Incl.
435 $ CAD- Tx. Incl.
412 $ CAD- Tx. Incl.
466 $ CAD- Tx. Incl.
633 $ CAD- Tx. Incl.
687 $ CAD- Tx. Incl.
522 $ CAD- Tx. Incl.
576 $ CAD- Tx. Incl.
462 $ CAD- Tx. Incl.
510 $ CAD- Tx. Incl.
589 $ CAD- Tx. Incl.
645 $ CAD- Tx. Incl.
Your car rental with Globe-Trotter includes: Unlimited mileage in Canada and the USA, excluding the Whitehorse (200 km per day) and Jasper (100 km per day) locations, LDW insurance for the 25 years old and more (between 21 and 24, some fees apply), 1 million$ third party liability insurance, 24h/7d emergency service, a wide network of locations throughout Canada, several opportunities to return the vehicle in a different location than the one where it was picked up, airport pick up or drop off fees and taxes, car registration and the applicable taxes

 



The table below features a selection of optional activities you can add to your basic package. The featured prices (adult and children) include all the activities. By choosing this option, all the activities featured in the table will be added to your package.

The GTT's favorite excursions
Whale Discovery by Zodiac - Butchart gardens - Discover Vancouver (coach)

Adult: 209 $ CAD- Tx. Incl.

Children: 153 $ CAD- Tx. Incl.


Please note that this table only features a slight portion of the excursions that are actually available. We invite you to check the complete list of our British-Columbia and Alberta “à la carte” excursions. You’ll also find a complete description for each activity.

 

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