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Black Bear | Credit: Destination Canada / Brian Caissie
Credit: Sonora Resort
Little Qualicum Falls | Credit: Tourism Vancouver Island / Jordan Dyck
Coastline of Pacific Rim National Park | Credit: Destination BC / Yuri Choufour
Credit: Sonora Resort
Whale | Victoria Credit: Eagle Wing Tours
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Rainforests, Wildlife & Sonora Self-Drive (Tour code: 15438)

Starts and Ends
Victoria to
Vancouver
Travel Periods
01 May 26 - 10 Oct 26
Travel Style
Independent Holiday Packages
From whale watching in Victoria to bear spotting in Tofino, with indulgent stays at Sonora Resort and vibrant Vancouver, this seamless journey blends nature, culture, and comfort in one unforgettable escape.

Highlights

Embrace luxury in the heart of British Columbia's wilderness at Sonora Resort, where pristine landscapes meet unparalleled comfort and adventure

Set out on a Zodiac cruise with a certified marine biologist and spot orcas, minke, and grey whales in their natural habitat, for an unforgettable wildlife encounter

Explore the Pacific Rim National Park & Tofino Coastline, from ancient rainforests to rugged beaches

Travel Vancouver Island’s highways, stopping at waterfalls, Indigenous rock carvings, and charming coastal towns

Explore Victoria Harbour & Gardens, strolling the waterfront, gardens, and vibrant city streets

9 days
From
AUD 7,482
per person, twin share
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Overview

This West Coast adventure takes you from the vibrant city life of Victoria to the untamed wilderness of Vancouver Island and beyond. Begin in Victoria, exploring harbours, gardens, and charming streets, then set out on a thrilling whale-watching cruise with a marine biologist. Travel across the island to Tofino and Ucluelet, where Pacific Rim National Park reveals ancient rainforests, rugged coastlines, and the chance to spot bears foraging along the shore. Continue to Sonora Resort, a luxurious wilderness retreat offering hiking, swimming, and Zodiac eco-adventures, before crossing the Strait of Georgia to Vancouver. Here, discover a cosmopolitan city of boutique shopping, Stanley Park’s forest trails, First Nations art, and waterfront vistas, concluding a journey that seamlessly blends wildlife, nature, and urban exploration.

Peace of mind booking plan
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  2. ENTIRE AUD Prices
  3. ENTIRE Change of Mind
  4. ENTIRE Industry Accredited
  5. ENTIRE On Ground Support
  6. ENTIRE Australian Owned

Inclusions

2 nights in Victoria at Inn at Laurel Point (or similar)
2 nights in Ucluelet/Tofino at Black Rock Oceanfront Resort (or similar)
2 nights in Vancouver at Sheraton Vancouver Wall Centre
2 nights at Sonora Resort
Return water taxi between Campbell River and Sonora Resort
Use of resort facilities at Sonora Resort
Full board at Sonora Resort
1-hour Eco-Adventure Tour at Sonora Resort
3-hour whale watching by Zodiac
2.5-hour bear watching by boat
BC Ferries crossing from Nanaimo to Horseshoe Bay (car and passengers)

Day 1 Victoria

Arrive in Victoria and check in to your downtown hotel. Spend the rest of the day creating your own West Coast island adventure amid the portlands, parks, restaurants, and gardens of British Columbia’s capital city.

Overnight in Victoria at Inn at Laurel Point (or similar)

Victoria
Victoria | Credit: Destination BC / Tanya Goehring

Day 2 Victoria

Embark on a fascinating wildlife-viewing adventure aboard a fast-moving Zodiac rigid inflatable boat. A certified marine biologist will provide insights into the environment and behaviour of orca, minke, and grey whales, as well as other marine wildlife. Return to your hotel afterwards for an evening at leisure.

Overnight in Victoria at Inn at Laurel Point (or similar)

Victoria
Humpback Whale | Credit: Destination BC

Day 3 Victoria Ucluelet/Tofino

Be sure to have your camera ready – a panorama of scenic beauty is about to unfold before you. Your journey takes you across Vancouver Island to the Pacific Coast, winding through ancient rainforests and provincial parks. You’re venturing into true wildlife territory, highlighted by Pacific Rim National Park — a marvel of ecological and geographical diversity.

Overnight in Ucluelet/Tofino at Black Rock Oceanfront Resort (or similar)

Victoria → Ucluelet/Tofino
Pacific Rim National Park | Credit: Destination BC / Yuri Choufour

Day 4 Ucluelet/Tofino

Today, board a Zodiac boat for a captivating bear-watching excursion and cruise along the lush coastline to the bears’ feeding grounds. As the tide recedes, the bears emerge from the forest to forage along the shore for rock crabs, offering the perfect opportunity to see these remarkable creatures in their natural habitat. Back on dry land, spend some time exploring the rugged coastline along scenic hiking trails or stroll the shoreline in search of shells and driftwood. You may also wish to visit the Himwitsa Art Gallery and admire its collection of authentic works from the Tofino region.

Overnight in Ucluelet/Tofino at Black Rock Oceanfront Resort (or similar)

Ucluelet/Tofino
Tofino | Credit: Destination BC / Johan Lolos

Day 5 Ucluelet/Tofino Sonora Resort

This morning, travel along the spectacular winding road back to the eastern coast of Vancouver Island. Along the way, you may wish to stop at some of the region’s hidden gems, such as the Indigenous rock carvings at Sproat Lake or the picturesque cascades of Little Qualicum Falls Provincial Park. Upon arrival in Campbell River, board a water taxi for a short ride to the stunning Sonora Resort. Settle in for the night at this quintessential west coast retreat and prepare for a day of adventure and discovery tomorrow. Dinner is included.

Overnight at Sonora Resort

Dinner
Ucluelet/Tofino → Sonora Resort
Credit: Sonora Resort

Day 6 Sonora Resort

Enjoy a full day at this luxurious wilderness resort. Outdoor enthusiasts can take advantage of unlimited hiking, swimming, and tennis throughout the day. Experience a thrilling 1-hour Eco-Adventure Tour aboard an 8.53 m Zodiac boat, guided by a knowledgeable wilderness expert. In the evening, savour a gourmet dinner, enjoy a fine wine on the terrace, or relax and mingle with other guests in the lounges or games room. Breakfast, lunch and dinner are included.

Overnight at Sonora Resort

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Sonora Resort
Credit: Sonora Resort

Day 7 Sonora Resort Vancouver/Whistler*

Board the water taxi for your return trip to Campbell River before continuing south along the eastern shores of Vancouver Island. Small seaside towns such as Comox offer charming spots to stop for some shopping and pick up reminders of your West Coast experience. Arriving in Nanaimo, board a BC Ferries vessel and sail across the Strait of Georgia to Vancouver, where the remainder of the day is at leisure. You may wish to dine at one of Vancouver’s many excellent restaurants, offering everything from Canadian–European fusion to authentic Far East Asian cuisine. Overnight in Vancouver. Breakfast and lunch are included.

Overnight in Vancouver at Sheraton Vancouver Wall Centre

Breakfast, Lunch
Sonora Resort → Vancouver/Whistler*
Vancouver | Credit: Destination Vancouver / Albert Normandin

Day 8 Vancouver/Whistler*

Explore this vibrant, cosmopolitan city at your own pace. Boutique shops line Robson Street, offering everything from high fashion to Aboriginal artwork. Consider visiting Khot-La-Cha Art Gallery and Gift Shop, which features masks, prints, gold and silver jewellery, wood carvings, textiles, and clothing created by First Nations artists. Stanley Park is interwoven with paved forest trails and includes an engaging zoo at its centre and the fascinating Klahowya Village. The boardwalks along the seawall offer sweeping views of the water and the rising mountains of the mainland. Discover the charms and sights of this truly magnificent city on the water.

Overnight in Vancouver at Sheraton Vancouver Wall Centre

Vancouver/Whistler*
Totem Poles in Stanley Park | Credit: Destination Vancouver / Kazutoshi Yoshimuri

Day 9 Vancouver

Check out today and make your way to Vancouver International Airport in time for your departure flight.

Accommodation

Inn at Laurel Point

Victoria
Overlooking Laurel Point Park, this waterfront hotel is a 5-minute walk from the Black Ball Ferry Line and a 10-minute walk from the Royal BC Museum. Featuring private balconies with water views, the airy rooms include flat-screen TVs and free Wi-Fi, plus mini-fridges, and tea- and coffee-making equipment. There's a heated indoor pool, an exercise room, and a Japanese garden, plus a Pacific Rim-inspired restaurant with a patio and harbour views.

Black Rock Oceanfront Resort

Ucluelet
A 6-minute stroll from the Wild Pacific Trail, this chic oceanfront hotel built from granite and glass is also a 14-minute walk from downtown Ucluelet. Amenities include an ultrahip bar and restaurant with floor-to-ceiling windows and a seasonal patio overlooking the Pacific Ocean. There's also a serene spa with 2 hot tubs, a lounge and a seasonal plunge pool.

Sonora Resort

Sonora Resort
Tucked away in British Columbia’s remote Discovery Islands and accessible only by water or a scenic 50-minute flight from Vancouver, Sonora Resort is a luxurious Relais & Châteaux wilderness retreat where untamed nature meets refined comfort. Surrounded by rainforest and ocean, the lodge’s elegant cedar-and-stone design invites the outdoors in, while oceanview rooms, rooftop hot tubs, and mineral pools provide ultimate relaxation. Guests can unwind at the Island Currents Spa, savour gourmet cuisine showcasing local ingredients, and enjoy world-class amenities including a heated outdoor pool, movie theatre, fly-fishing ponds, and more. Whether you seek adventure or tranquillity, Sonora delivers an unforgettable escape in one of Canada’s most pristine coastal settings.

Sheraton Vancouver Wall Centre

Vancouver
The Sheraton Wall Centre Downtown Vancouver Hotel is the perfect location for strolling scenic Robson Street and Yaletown or making connections in the nearby business and financial districts. Whatever your plans are, you'll find a feeling of welcome unlike any other at one of the best Vancouver hotels.

Additional information

Official language
French & English
Local currency
Canadian Dollars
  • Departures from 18 May to 5 July will include overnight stays in Whistler on days 7 and 8 as opposed to Vancouver due to restricted inventory in Vancouver over these dates.

  • Please note that the package price is inclusive of the one-way car rental fee between Victoria and Vancouver. The one-way car rental fee will be a local payment paid direct to the car rental provider upon return of the vehicle. The one-way fee between Victoria and Vancouver is approximately CA$200 plus local taxes (subject to change).

Excluded

  • International airfares and taxes
  • Domestic airfares and taxes, unless otherwise specified in our holiday package
  • Visa expenses, processing and issuance fees
  • Meals other than as specified in our holiday package
  • Travel Insurance or expenses of a personal nature (mini-bar, phone call, laundry, etc.)
  • Tips or gratuities to guides, drivers, porters, hotel, restaurant or boat staff, etc.
  • Or any other travel expense that has not been included in our holiday package
  • Car rental rates exclude optional coverage such as Personal Accident Insurance Plus (PAI Plus) and Personal Effects Protection (PEP)
  • GPS rental is not included and can be requested (at an additional supplement paid locally) if required

FAQs

Who are Entire Travel Group?

Welcome to Entire Travel Group. We offer exceptional travel experiences across our extensive range of Entire Holiday Packages, Entire Group Journeys, Entire Rail Journeys, and Entire Cruise Journeys. With our industry-leading Peace of Mind Booking Plan, you can Book Now with flexibility and confidence.

Entire Travel Group is celebrating over 50 years of passionately delivering unique and memorable travel experiences. We are an Australian, family-owned, award-winning business with a friendly team ready to match your expectations to the perfect holiday experience.

Entire Travel Group used to be known by the individual brands shown in the footer of the website. The company has not changed, but we have amalgamated under one brand - Entire Travel Group.

For more details please visit - About Us | Entire Travel Group

Is Entire Travel Group Australian owned and operated?

Entire Travel Group is proudly Australian family owned and operated and as it stands today represents 50 years of experience, progress, and evolution. We proudly support the community with our long-term commitment to many important charity organisations. We were awarded the best operator in our class at the most recent National Travel Industry Awards.

Is Entire Travel Group industry accredited?

Entire Travel Group is both ATAS and CATO Accredited. ATAS is actively administered by the Australian Travel Industry Association (ATIA). The Council of Australian Tour Operators (CATO) is the trade association representing the land supply sector of the Australian Travel Industry.

Does Entire Travel Group have industry awards?

Entire Travel Group was honoured at the 2023 National Travel Industry Awards with Most Oustanding Wholesaler - Product / Service.

As our team works tirelessly to deliver exceptional holiday experiences, it was exciting to have this acknowledged with the highest recognition. The award is also a testament to the quality of our partners around the globe, and we take this opportunity to thank them for their tremendous support of our customers.

Are the Entire Travel Group holiday packages exclusive?

In some cases, we are the sole representative in Australia for the overseas travel operator. In other circumstances the product developed has been exclusively built for Entire Travel Group and can’t be found elsewhere.

What’s unique about Entire Travel Group Holiday Packages?

  • They are not group tours with set departures - they are pre-designed, purpose built, independent holiday packages full of unique and memorable experiences.
  • Our holiday packages have been exclusively built for us in collaboration with our handpicked suppliers, who also offer full on-ground support for the clients.
  • We are offering unique travel experiences which cannot be found elsewhere.
  • Many packages include our “Freedom of Choice” options which allow you to tailor the holiday experience. Like a sommelier matching wine to a meal, we have used our experience to carefully select and offer the right experiences in each location.
  • They include our Peace of Mind Booking Plan.
  • A wide selection of our packages are compliant with the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) Covid Safe Travels.

Our motto for Independent Holiday Packages is start your holiday when and with who you want!

Our Independent Holiday Packages are NOT group tours with set departure dates. Group Tours have specific set departure dates, and of course, you are travelling with unknown passengers in a coach. These tours are great for certain travellers and there are many reputable tour operators providing a wide range of options around the world.

At Entire Travel Group, our focus is Independent Holiday Packages. Available daily, they are pre-designed, purpose built, packaged itineraries full of memorable experiences delivered by our hand-picked local partners.

Our holidays suit every demographic, from couples to singles, to retirees to families and everyone else in between.

Why travel with Entire Travel Group?

Of Entire Travel Group's attributes, we have settled on "When Experience Matters" as the quality we believe adds the most value to our customers. We have the experience to ensure your itinerary makes the dream holiday possible. Our continually enhanced technology allows our team to provide a quality customer service experience, and our partnerships with outstanding operators ensure we are confident of the on-ground experience for our customers.

For more details please visit - About Us | Entire Travel Group

How does the Peace of Mind Booking Plan work?

Our Peace of Mind Booking Plan allows you to book with confidence in the new international travel environment. With low deposits, a cooling off period and a flexibility period where you can cancel and rebook later, we really do have you covered.

For more details please visit - Peace of Mind Booking Plan | Entire Travel Group

Is there a cooling-off period?

Look for packages with our Peace of Mind Booking Plan logo on the website.

  • We understand that occasionally plans may change, so we give you the confidence to proceed with a cooling off period.
  • You may cancel for any reason within 7 days, where you will receive a 100% refund of your $100 per person deposit.

For more details please visit - Peace of Mind Booking Plan | Entire Travel Group

What is Freedom of Choice?

At Entire Travel Group we understand that our customers have their own personal tastes and interests - so throughout our packages look for “Freedom of Choice” which gives you the ability to tailor your holiday from the various experiences offered on selected days. Like a sommelier matching wine to a meal, we have used our experience to carefully select and offer the right experiences in each location.

The Freedom of Choice options are included in the package price, and the price remains the same regardless of the choice you make on each day.

Our Freedom of Choice program offers flexibility, by allowing you to choose from different options on pre-selected days in the itinerary.

  • Our per person price includes one tour on each Freedom of Choice day in the itinerary.
  • The price of the package remains the same regardless of the choice you make on each day.

For more details please visit - Freedom of Choice | Entire Travel Group

What is Book Now?

Book Now offers you the ability to make a reservation on our website for Holiday Packages that include our Peace of Mind Booking Plan. But it’s not just a static offer – you have complete flexibility from travel dates, passenger numbers, single supplements, room upgrades, optional extras, flexible booking terms and more.

  • Our team will contact our overseas suppliers and confirm all arrangements.
  • A Confirmation from our reservation system will be sent in the coming days.
  • The Booking Number on this confirmation supersedes the website reference.

How secure is the Entire Travel Group's on-line payment portal?

  • Entire Travel Group have partnered with TravelPay to ensure secure on-line credit card payments.
  • TravelPay is a level 1 PCI DSS compliant, which gives you peace of mind that your payment card data is in safe hands.
  • Entire Travel Group does not store any credit card information.

For more details please visit - Security and Compliance - TravelPay

What forms of payment can be used at Entire Travel Group?

  • To confirm a booking using our on-line Book Now process, a credit card must be used to pay the refundable deposit.
  • For additional payments on the booking, Entire Travel Group supports bank transfer, credit card, TravelPay B2B, PaymentGate.
  • For further details please visit our Payments page.

Can you book my international airfares?

On some Islands Holiday Packages (e.g. Fiji), it is practical to include flights, so where we have done this it is indicated by the plane icon.

However, on the majority of our Holiday Packages, we do not include international flights.

We found that many customers may prefer to:

  • Travel on a specific airline of their choice
  • Have the flexibility to book flights with Frequent Flyer points
  • Select flight dates that may be different to our Holiday Package start/end dates
  • Use a Travel Credit already held with the airline
  • Use their travel agent for this service

We are able to assist with flights on any Holiday Package, so please just notify us during the Book Now process or contact our team.

Should I take travel insurance?

Travel insurance is strongly recommended. During the Book Now process please confirm you require assistance, and our team will be in contact with you.

What should I do before travelling?

Before you travel it is your responsibility to ensure you have the appropriate documentation including visas. If you are travelling on a passport other than Australian or New Zealand, you will require a permit to re-enter Australia. It is your responsibility as the traveller and/or travel booker to meet all government entry requirements.

For more information please visit - Before you travel | Entire Travel Group

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Please visit the Entire Travel Group's Agent Portal. We are here to support our industry partners with a range of informative updates, marketing collateral for campaigns and a reward & recognition program.

How do I start a Booking?

  • On any page that has Book Now simply follow the booking process.
  • You must select the Travel Agent tick box and provide correct details.
  • To confirm a booking only the refundable deposit is required.
  • An agency credit card must be used for this initial payment.

How do I contact Entire Travel Group?

For more information please visit - Contact us | Entire Travel Group

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