Gulf Islands, Biking
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- Victoria and Vancouver Island are a cyclist's paradise with lots of options for moderate and more challenging rides
- Ride loop out to Ten Mile Point, visiting historical sites along the way
- Cycle north along a cycle path to Swartz Bay before crossing by ferry to Salt Spring Island
- We’ll ride a route that gives us outstanding views of Trincomali Channel with the snow-capped Coast Range mountains as a back-drop
- A water taxi to Galiano Island, and a visit to Montague Park
- A walk up to the top of Mt. Galiano, where views are outstanding
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- Services of one or more experienced Great Explorations guides and support vehicle
- 6 nights lodging
- All breakfasts, 2 lunches, and all dinners but 1
- Entrance fees for selected historical sites and museums
- Detailed map and route instructions
- All baggage transportation
- All transportation from initial meeting point to final drop-off including sea-plane flight to Vancouver at end of trip (see arrive/depart cities)
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Your hotel is included on arrival day and we will meet at 2:00 pm for bike fit and a short warm-up ride. Victoria and Vancouver Island are a cyclist's paradise with lots of options for moderate and more challenging rides. The second day we’ll ride loop out to Ten Mile...
Today we cycle north along a cycle path to Swartz Bay before crossing by ferry to Salt Spring Island. There is lots to see and do in Ganges, full of artisan shops and galleries. The second day we’ll ride a route that gives us outstanding views of Trincomali Channel wi...
We begin the day with a water taxi to Galiano Island, and a visit to Montague Park. For hikers, we’ll lead a walk up to the top of Mt. Galiano, where views are outstanding (see photo in slideshow above). On the second day, start your day with a yoga session or swim fo...
For those departing, we decided the best way to end a trip like this was to offer a scenic flight by sea-plane back to Vancouver.
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Great Explorations is a boutique tour operator specializing in providing active vacations in North America, Europe and around the world. We are a private company with a simple philosophy: to create and deliver exceptional, one-of-a-kind trips for spirited individuals and groups who prefer active travel as a way to see the world and to do it in the company of fun, interesting people. Bicycling and walking/hiking are our preferred means of travel as we believe these to be the most rewarding ways to explore a place and to interact with its people.
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- International Flights
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Note:
Final itinerary is subject to revision; any changes made are done so in an attempt to provide the best possible trip given route conditions and available services. Due to the nature of our business and exchange rates, prices are subject to change. All prices quoted are U.S. dollars but we gladly accept payment in Canadian dollars also. Due to cancellations and waiting lists, trip availability fluctuates daily. If you have any questions or would like to confirm space on this trip before making your reservation
Activity Level:
Moderate
30-50+ km; (20-30+ miles) daily
Van supported
Terrain:
Gently rolling with some short steep hills.
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