Vancouver Island’s mild climate will welcome you with warm sun and balmy breezes, perfect conditions for the first spin of the season. From elegant Victoria with its unique combination of city-like sophistication and country charm through the more rugged terrain of the Sunshine Coast, this intermediate six-day springtime spree is the ideal way to gear up for summer. Traveling 49-76 km/30-47 miles per day, this ocean to alpine experience will have your senses awhirl as you pedal along the pristine beaches of the salty shore through lush leafy landscapes and brilliant bursting blooms and the stimulating altitudes of inspiring mountain peaks. With bikes and riders alike enjoying several refreshing ferry rides, this adventure culminates on the Sunshine Coast of British Columbia’s mainland, an appropriate ending to this special summer start-up.
FOR THE INTERMEDIATE CYCLIST
This tour is located entirely within the Province of British Columbia and participants fly into and out of Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.
SATURDAY
Day before tour start
Arrive Vancouver International Airport and proceed to the Richmond Travelodge Inn, Airport.
SUNDAY
Meet in the lobby or outside at 0730 (time to be confirmed) checked out and ready to load and go. The restaurant in the Hotel opens at 0600 and Canusa will arrive for loading by 0715. After loading we will drive to the Tsawassen Ferry for the ride to Schwartz Bay. From Schwartz Bay a short drive to bike set-up and bike start.
Destination --is Goldstream Provincial Park then a 12 mile drive to the Executive House Hotel located immediately behind the Empress Hotel for dinner and a very short walk to the Harbor Front.
Distance --Biking distance is approximately 49 k/30 miles.
Terrain —Mostly easy with a few very short steep hills.
Meals --Breakfast is your responsibility—can be enjoyed at the Hotel or on the ferry--Lunch along the way by Canusa and dinner is at the Executive House Hotel.
Sightseeing --The Victoria Harbor front is probably one of the most striking ports in North America with much of the west coast's early history within a few blocks of the waterfront.
MONDAY
Destination -- is Chemainus and Fuller Lake Motel or Country Maples Campground.
Distance --Biking distance is approximately 70 k/43 m.
Terrain —A short steep climb out of the Campground then a 12 k/8 m easy to moderate climb with a few breaks up the Malahat Pass to the turn off for Shawnagan Lake, followed by lots of downhill and easy to moderate rolling grades.
Meals --Breakfast is at the Executive House Hotel, Lunch along the way by Canusa and dinner is at the Harbor Front Cafe.
Sightseeing —The Malahat Pass climb offers many scenic views of the ocean. Bike through the quaint fishing village of Cowichan Bay, built on the waters edge, the site of the first landing of early pioneers and visited by Poet Robert Service, Bard of the Yukon in 1903. After dinner, enjoy a stroll around Chemainus to view the many murals.
TUESDAY
Destination --is Parksville, Madrona Beach Resort or Rathtrevor Provincial Park.
Distance --Biking distance is approximately 75 k/47 m.
Terrain —Mostly easy but uphill through Nanaimo and 3 or 4 rolling hills from Nanaimo to the Resort.
Sightseeing —A drive (45 minutes) and short hike through Cathedral Grove—a stand of 300 to 900 year old trees—or—vegetate and enjoy the sandy beach and ocean views from your very nice accommodation.
Meals --Breakfast at a convenient restaurant, Lunch at Little Lake in Nanaimo by Canusa and dinner at Kavalas Steak and Seafood.
WEDNESDAY
Destination --is the Coast Westerly Hotel for all.
Distance --Biking distance is approximately 73 k/45 m
Terrain --A very easy and scenic biking day—mostly along the seashore.
Sightseeing --A very pleasant bike along the seashore, much of which is taken up by oyster farming.
Meals --Breakfast at a convenient restaurant, Lunch along the way by Canusa and dinner at the everyone's favorite local restaurant.
THURSDAY
Destination --is Ruby’s Lake Resort and Campground.
Destination --Biking distance is approximately 54 k/34 m.
Terrain --From the Resort to the Powell River Ferry is mostly easy with a moderate one mile climb near the beginning then all downhill to the ferry, then mostly easy to the Lunch location at Lang Creek Fish Hatchery followed by long rolling hills after lunch to the Saltery Bay Ferry. After the ferry another mile or so of twisting and very scenic uphill followed by another long downhill to the Resort.
Sightseeing —Two very scenic ferry rides, miles of oceanfront cycling, and topped off with a walk around the grounds of the Resort with its many waterfowl, Bald Eagle and pet beaver.
Meals --Breakfast is at the Coast Westerly Hotel, Lunch is at the Lang Creek Fish Hatchery and dinner is at Ruby’s Lake Resort.
FRIDAY —Last Day of biking.
Destination --is Langdale Ferry by bike then Richmond Travelodge Inn by Van.
Distance --Biking distance is approximately 74 k/46 m.
Terrain —We start and finish at sea level but lots of up and down in-between—all have the option to ride in the vehicle(s) when tired but with an early start there is ample time to bike it all for those who wish.
Sightseeing --Again, many miles of seashore cycling but this time viewed from water level to hundreds of feet above the water.
Meals --Breakfast is at Ruby’s Lake Resort by Canusa, Lunch is “Subs” in Sechelt and dinner is on you.
SATURDAY
Depart Vancouver
Notes:
Airfare is not included in the tour price.
Cost above is for 7 nights Hotel and 0 night camping with the camping night having an option of Hotel. we also offer all camping or a combination of Hotels and camping. A single supplement "may" apply.
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