Vancouver to Nanaimo, Ucluelet, Tofino 2 Days Harbour City Tour Private

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Depart Vancouver and head west for the short drive to BC Ferries Horseshoe Bay terminal. If time allows, stroll the scenic village of Horseshoe Bay. After boarding the ferry in Horseshoe Bay, enjoy the 1.5-hour trip to Nanaimo. Enjoy breakfast onboard, or head to the upper deck to take in the fresh air and scenery. Keep an eye out for whales, eagles and other wildlife – the Salish Sea is a rich marine environment.

Duration: 2 hours

Nanaimo

Known as the “Harbour City” due to its lovely, island-sheltered harbour right in the middle of the city, this urban oasis offers the best of both worlds with a wealth of recreation from hiking, kayaking, boating and world class snorkeling and scuba diving to great dining, shopping, museums and festivals.

Duration: 45 minutes

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Depart the ferry and follow the signs to drive north. After passing through Nanaimo you will quickly find yourself in the quiet district of Coombs/Errington, home of the famous Coombs Country Market, known for its resident roof-top goats. Take an hour or two to peruse the market and adjoining stores – it’s a feast of sights, sounds and smells. Food, baked goods, candy, specialty crafts and ice cream – 55 flavours – are just some of the unique and tasty things to explore. And don’t forget to look for the goats

Duration: 45 minutes

MacMillan Provincial Park

MacMillan Provincial Park (also known as Cathedral Grove), one of the iconic west coast. The park provides awe-inspiring views of one of the most accessible stands of old-growth rainforest on Vancouver Island. The meandering trails at this popular stop allows visitors an up-close look at the trees that make up BC’s iconic rainforest – massive Douglas fir and Western red cedar trees that are more than 800 years old and up to 9m/30ft in circumference.

Port Alberni

Port Alberni is the half-way point of the drive to Tofino and Ucluelet. This sprawling oceanside town has deep roots in the forest and fishing industries and it proudly showcases this connection through sites like McLean Mill National Historic Site and the Maritime Discovery Centre. From downtown, board a 1929 ex-logging locomotive for a trip through downtown and the surrounding forest to the historic McLean Mill.

Ucluelet

Welcome to the Pacific Rim! The short drive down the Ucluth peninsula takes you to the small town of Ucluelet, where outdoor adventure is the order of the day. Looking to hook the big one? Fishing charters abound. Hungry? Head to Norwoods for an unforgettable meal, or enjoy the spectacular views from Black Rock Resort. Several surf schools offer rentals and lessons, or try a guided kayak tour the harbour or the Broken Group Islands.

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Drive through Pacific Rim National Park and then check into your hotel and enjoy free time to spend as you like. Dinner (not included) will be followed by a campfire on the beach with roasted marshmallows and s'mores for dessert (weather and fire restrictions)

Duration: 1 minute

Pacific Rim National Park Reserve

Pacific Rim National Park Reserve is a 511 km² park located in British Columbia, Canada, which comprises three separate regions: Long Beach, the Broken Group Islands, and the West Coast Trail. It represents the Pacific Coast Mountains landscape which is characterized by rugged coasts and temperate rainforests

Duration: 2 hours

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Catch a wave – Tofino was named North America’s best surf town – at one of the many local beaches. Surfing is a year-round sport; popular spots include Chesterman Beach, Cox Bay and Long Beach. Whale watching, wildlife viewing and bear watching(your own expense )opportunities abound, and no trip to Tofino is complete without a trip (and dip) in scenic Hot Springs Cove.

Duration: 3 hours

Ucluelet Aquarium

Visit the Ucluelet Aquarium and experience the amazing marine life that inhabits the waters of Barkley and Clayoquot Sounds.

Duration: 20 minutes

Wild Pacific Trail

Destination for scenic tree-topped hikes overlooking rugged coastline & breaking waves.The Wild Pacific Trail begins near the mouth of Ucluelet Inlet, at Amphitrite Point Lighthouse,

Duration: 45 minutes

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activities and attractions. Only 193-km (120-mi) from the provincial capital, the city boasts a magnificent, deep-sea port at the head of the Alberni Inlet opening into Barkley Sound and the Pacific Ocean. The city, and surrounding valley, enjoys a moderate climate and is well-known for it's breathtaking scenery. Surrounded by mountains, freshwater lakes and streams, the area is wildly popular for its salmon sport-fishing, scuba diving, kayaking, windsurfing, boating, waterskiing/wakeboarding, hiking, mountain biking, ATV'ing, golfing and wildlife viewing.

Nanaimo

Nanaimo is a city and ferry port on the east coast of Vancouver Island, in British Columbia, Canada. At its heart, the Nanaimo Museum displays exhibits on the city’s industries and indigenous peoples. Near the Harbourfront Walkway, the Bastion is an 1853 wooden tower with cannon firings in summer. Shops and cafes fill the Old City Quarter. Offshore, on Newcastle Island, trails lead to beaches and First Nations sites.

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will come to the Nanaimo City Center where we could visit the Nanaimo Fish Market and Urban Art. In the afternoon we will take a ferry back to Vancouver.

Duration: 20 minutes