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Vancouver Island
Vancouver Island is home to both remote wilderness and cosmopolitan cities. This collection of islands off the west of Canada is known as the “final frontier” where adventure meets natural beauty. Journey into rainforests, go scuba diving in sparkling waters and visit cultural attractions dedicated to the people of the First Nations.
Start in Victoria, the capital of British Columbia on the southern tip of Vancouver Island. Enjoy the daffodils and tulips in Butchart Gardens and take the children to the Victoria Butterfly Gardens to marvel at thousands of tropical butterflies. Climb up the steps at the Craigdarroch Castle Historic House Museum for stunning views across the city.
Drive along the Pacific Marine Circle Route to see dense wilderness and rural villages such as Metchosin. Play in the tidal pools at Port Renfrew and enjoy farm-fresh cuisine in Sooke. Cyclists will enjoy touring the diverse landscape of the Gulf Islands. Be prepared for uphill climbs and rolling country roads.
The remote north of Vancouver Island is far wilder and is home to the grizzly bear-filled Great Bear Rainforest. Go on a whale-watching tour with a qualified guide and look for orcas and humpback whales. Water lovers can scuba dive in Quatsino Narrows, while kayakers can visit Echo Bay off Gilford Island for a peaceful day watching seals.
First Nations peoples have lived in Vancouver Island for thousands of years and still have a huge influence on local culture. Visit the Alberni Valley Museum to see First Nations artifacts, take a guided First Nation canoe trip down the Campbell River and learn traditional ceremonial dances.
Fly into Victoria International Airport to reach the island or take a chartered seaplane to more remote destinations. Ferries are also a popular way to get around. Roads on the island are fully paved and designated scenic routes such as the Oceanside Route or North Island Route will take you through some of the area’s most beautiful scenery.
Winter trips to Vancouver Island deliver all manner of cold-weather fun, from skiing to hikes in snowy forests.
*Savings based on all vacation package bookings with Flight + Hotel on Expedia.ca from January through December 2017, as compared to price of the same components booked separately. Savings will vary based on origin/destination, length of trip, stay dates and selected travel supplier(s). Savings not available on all packages.
Guide to Exploring Vancouver Island
Top Hotel Deals
Hotel Grand Pacific
463 Belleville St, Victoria, BCFacing the Inner Harbour and adjacent to the Parliament Buildings, Hotel Grand Pacific is 2 blocks from the shops along Government Street and 5 blocks from Fisherman's Wharf.
Chateau Victoria Hotel and Suites
740 Burdett Ave, Victoria, BCSituated on a rise overlooking the city and harbor, this hotel is 3 blocks from Government Street, 3 blocks from the Royal BC Museum, and 4 blocks from Beacon Hill Park.
Delta Hotels by Marriott Victoria Ocean Pointe Resort
100 Harbour Road, Victoria, BCLocated on the inner waterfront overlooking downtown Victoria, this resort hotel is 2 blocks from shops and restaurants along Market Square; Chinatown is 3 blocks away.
Hotel Rialto
653 Pandora Ave., Victoria, BCThis family-friendly Victoria hotel is located in the entertainment district, within a 10-minute walk of Lower Johnson Street and Save-On-Foods Memorial Centre. Victoria Harbour and Royal BC Museum are also within 1 mi (2 km).
Ramada by Wyndham Victoria
123 Gorge Rd E, Victoria, BCSituated in Victoria, this hotel is 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Government Street and within 3 mi (5 km) of Victoria Harbour and Save-On-Foods Memorial Centre. Royal BC Museum and Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal are also within 3 mi (5 km).
The Fairmont Empress
721 Government St, Victoria, BCThis hotel overlooks the Inner Harbour, within steps of shop-lined Government Street and the copper-domed Parliament Buildings, and three blocks from the Maritime Museum.
Brentwood Bay Resort & Spa
849 Verdier Ave, Brentwood Bay, BCThis waterfront hotel overlooking Brentwood Bay is 2 km (1 mile) from Butchart Gardens, 15 km (9 miles) from the Swartz Bay ferry terminal, and 22 km (14 miles) from downtown Victoria.
Travelodge by Wyndham Courtenay
2605 Cliffe Avenue, Courtenay, BCLocated in Comox-Strathcona A, this motel is within 3 mi (5 km) of Courtenay and District Museum and Paleontology Centre, Courtenay and District Memorial Outdoor Pool, and I-Hos Gallery. St. Joseph General Hospital and Crown Isle Resort and Golf Community are also within 6 mi (10 km).
Top Flight + Hotel Deals
Quality Inn Downtown Inner Harbour
3.0 out of 5.0Tue., 11 Jun. - Tue., 18 Jun.
Pearson Intl. - Vancouver Intl.
C$1,277
The price now is C$1,079 per person
Chateau Victoria Hotel and Suites
3.5 out of 5.0Tue., 11 Jun. - Tue., 18 Jun.
Pearson Intl. - Vancouver Intl.
C$1,742
The price now is C$1,495 per person
Delta Hotels by Marriott Victoria Ocean Pointe Resort
4.0 out of 5.0Tue., 11 Jun. - Tue., 18 Jun.
Pearson Intl. - Vancouver Intl.
C$2,053
The price now is C$1,774 per person
Sooke Harbour House
4.0 out of 5.0Tue., 11 Jun. - Tue., 18 Jun.
Pearson Intl. - Vancouver Intl.
C$1,778
The price now is C$1,556 per personTop Deals on Flights
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