Tours from Vancouver Island

January 13 - 20, 2025 - SOLD OUT - waiting list only

Unearth Kauai, the hidden jewel of Hawaii and the northernmost, greenest, oldest and only unconquered island in the Hawaiian chain. Marvel at geological wonders like the national monument Waimea Canyon dubbed "The Grand Canyon of the Pacific" and the lava rock Fern Grotto.  Ride a restored authentic sugar plantation steam train. See the double-tiered Wailua Falls featured in many movies.  Enjoy a traditional luau(Hawaiian feast). Cruise the largest and longest river in Kauai, Wailua river. The white sandy beaches, magical sunsets and sunrises, mai tais and macadamia nuts are just a bonus on this lush tropical island. 

January 30 - February 16, 2025 - $100 Early Booking Discounts 

 In the "Land of the long white cloud" known as Aotearoa or New Zealand, there's magic to explore. From Auckland's towering structures to Rotorua's bubbling earth and vibrant Māori culture, the journey unfolds. Wellington beckons as the capital, while southward, Marlborough's famous wines await. Tongariro Park's beauty and Christchurch's history enchant. Sheep-shearing, vintage steamer cruises, and delicious local treats like award-winning wines and tender lamb add to the adventure. Finally, Queenstown's golden history sets the stage for an unforgettable Kiwi experience.

March 10-13, 2025 - $25 Early Booking Discounts 

 World renowned Harrison Hot Springs is a landmark British Columbia resort on the picturesque shores of Harrison Lake in the Fraser Valley. Enjoy a soak in the hot mineral waters said to be a “healing place” by the local Sts'ailes First Nations. Watch for wildlife as you sail the serene Harrison Lake to Rainbow falls. Visit the Sasquatch Museum and try to uncover the mystery of “Bigfoot” and step back in time at the Agassiz-Harrison Museum and historic Yale.

April 17 - 29, 2025 - $100 Early Booking Discounts  

From canal-ringed Amsterdam to Belgian beer and chocolates, and the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Luxembourg, the Benelux countries offer a wealth of vibrant experiences. Admire colorful tulips at Keukenhof Gardens, visit the renowned Van Gogh Museum, and tour a Delft pottery factory. Marvel at the Erasmus Bridge in Rotterdam, savor Gouda cheese, and explore the picturesque streets of Bruges, the "Venice of the North." Enjoy Luxembourg’s sparkling wines, cruise on the Meuse River, and see Utrecht’s unique inner-city canal with wharfs. These historically rich and compact countries prove that small can be incredibly beautiful.

April 23 - 28, 2025 - $25 Early Booking Discounts 

Experience 5 Gulf Islands!

Sail across the strait to serene Galiano, diminutive Saturna and to the major Southern Gulf islands Mayne, Pender and Salt Spring Island. See the most photographed landmark of the Gulf Islands, the Fog Alarm Building in Saturna. Discover a hidden gem in Mayne, the beautiful memorial Japanese Garden. Tour the studio of a local artist.  Treasure hunt at the famous Saturday market in Salt Spring Island. The stunning scenery is a given, the mile markers are artists, wineries, cheese, chocolate and all things Southern Gulf!  

May 12 - 21, 2025 - $250 Early Booking Discounts 

  It’s a Road Trip! From the pocket desert town of Osoyoos take the open road to the Queen City of the Kootenays and uncover the historic heart of Nelson. Ride a piece of history, Streetcar #23. Experience one of the rarest inland temperate rain forests in the world. Relax and rejuvenate in the soothing mineral rich hot springs at the unique Ainsworth Hot Springs and take a scenic ferry across Kootenay Lake to an open valley between the Rocky Mountains and the Purcell Mountains. History, Heritage, and Hot Springs describes this tour to the Kootenay region. 

May 23 - June 7, 2025 - $100 Early Booking Discounts

August 15 - 30, 2025 - $250 Early Booking Discounts

The ultimate cross Canada journey travels the rails from Vancouver to Halifax. But you won’t just be seeing the passing scenery from your window, this trip includes stopovers along the way where you’ll experience firsthand the culture and heritage of Canada’s vast and diverse regions, from coast to coast. Traverse the majestic Rocky Mountains, watch the sun set over the wide-open landscape of the Prairies. Experience vibrant culture in Manitoba, strolling the busy city streets of Toronto, be awed by the power of Niagara Falls, live the joie de vivre in Quebec and witnessing the waves crash along Nova Scotia’s rocky Atlantic Coast. 

May 23 - June 27, 2025 - $300 Early Booking Discounts

August 15 -Sept 19, 2025 - $750 Early Booking Discounts

The ultimate Canadian experience awaits when you travels the rails from Vancouver to Halifax with stopovers in Manitoba, Ontario and Quebec.  But the fun doesn't end there when you combine your tour with the Complete Atlantic or Magical Maritimes for an unforgettable journey through Atlantic Canada! Experience all this great land has to offer when you visit all ten provinces on this once in a lifetime trip!     

June 7 -27, 2025 - $200 Early Booking Discounts

August 30 - September 19, 2025 - $500 Early Booking Discounts

Combine our Magical Maritimes and Discover Newfoundland tours for an unforgettable journey through Atlantic Canada! Experience the rugged beauty of Peggy’s Cove, the serene waters of New Brunswick's Shediac Bay, and the charming landscapes of Prince Edward Island. Travel the breathtaking Cabot Trail in Cape Breton, and immerse yourself in the vibrant culture of St. John’s.  Along the way, cruise the waters in search of whales, puffins, and icebergs. Explore the Viking Trail to the historic Norse settlement at L'Anse aux Meadows, cross the straits of Belle Isle, and spend a night in Labrador. Discover the stunning geology of Gros Morne National Park, and so much more!

June 7 -16, 2025 - $100 Early Booking Discounts

August 30 - September 8, 2025 - $250 Early Booking Discounts

Experience true maritime charm as you journey across Canada’s three smallest provinces. Explore the rocky shores of Peggy’s Cove. Walk on the ocean floor along the Bay of Fundy. Savour lobster the Acadian way as you cruise the calm waters of Shediac Bay. Cross the massive Confederation Bridge to Prince Edward Island and explore the charming countryside that inspired Anne of Green Gables. Spend a day touring Cape Breton’s spectacular Cabot Trail. All this and so much more!

June 16 - 27, 2025 - $100 Early Booking Discounts

July 14 - 25, 2025 - $250 Early Booking Discounts

September 8 -19, 2025 -$250 Early Booking Discounts

Starting from the vibrant port city of St. John’s, travel west across the entire province. Along the way cruise the waters in search of whales, puffins, and icebergs. Explore the Viking Trail enroute to the Norse settlement at L'Anse aux Meadows. Cross the straits of Belle Isle and spend a night in Labrador. Discover the geology of the incomparable Gros Morne National Park. With an almost unimaginable landscape, a culture deeply steeped in history and a people truly like no other, Newfoundland and Labrador is a land that has long begged to be discovered.  

June 21- 28, 2025 - $100 Early Booking Discounts 

From the Pacific Coast to the Rocky Mountains an adventure unfolds as you board VIA Rail’s vintage train “The Skeena” for a spectacular rail journey from Prince Rupert to Jasper along Canada’s second longest river, the Skeena. Visit the naturally beautiful Kitselal Canyon, a National Historic Site in Terrace.  Tour the Nisga’a Valley and see the vast lava beds caused by Canada’s youngest volcanic eruption. Take an adventurous boat ride to the only Grizzly bear sanctuary in Canada, the Khutzeymateen Grizzly Bear Sanctuary. Walk on an ancient glacier at the iconic Columbia Icefields. Be whisked up a mountain on the longest aerial tramway in the Canadian Rockies.