The “Best of Both” tour is a combination of highlights from “Wild Canada West” and “The Totem Tour” of Vancouver Island. Five days into the Interior of B.C. and four and a half days on The Island. This is a perfect way to enjoy the many different landscapes that B.C. has to offer.
*Starting rate does not include motorcycle rental.
$4000.00 CAD*
2500 km
(1555 mi)
11 days
(10 nights)
300 km
(4-5 hours)
British Columbia is home to the most stunning and diverse landscapes in the world. In your tour itinerary we have outlined the highlights for each day so you will always be prepared for the adventure that lies ahead. Here are just a few of the main highlights you will see on your tour.
The starting point for all of our tours is Vancouver. If arriving early enough, bikes are collected and then back to the hotel. Alternatively, bikes can be collected the next morning.
Leaving Vancouver heading east, once you get out of the city limits and pass Hope, you start an exciting ascent into the Cascades Mountains. After a few stops for photos you quietly drop down sweeping corners into the Okanagan Valley, land of lakes and orchards.
As you leave Kelowna the surrounding landscape is fairly flat and arid, a sharp contrast to the towering peaks and green forest you will soon be riding through. You will soon enter the heart of the Kootenay's mountain region. This area is famous for a large number of ski resorts, many breweries, and fertile land for growing fruit.
Heading north on a fifty mile stretch with about a hundred corners. This is one of our favourite roads with a great view of the Monashee Glacier. After the Glacier you continue north to Nakusp, a great place to stop for lunch. Continue south to a relaxing ferry crossing making your way to our stop at Vernon. Another spectacular day.
Our day starts off riding through cattle lands and gently rising hills to reach the charming town of Falkland. After leaving Falkland you make your way to Lillooet where the real drama begins, get ready for the endless twisties of the Duffy Lake pass. After Duffy Lake you descend down into the Pemberton Valley and make your way to the world class resort town of Whistler.
Leaving Whistler southwards on the Sea to Sky Highway, you stop at the BC Ferries terminal at Horseshoe Bay to catch a sailing to Nanaimo. Motorcycles are first to load and unload, very civilized. From Nanaimo you head north riding through the Comox Valley, ending at the town of Campbell River.
Campbell River is the last major town before continuing up the island. When you journey out of town you will be greeted by wide open wilderness. The Northern region of Vancouver Island is a special place, due to the abundant wild and marine life that thrives along the coast. The area is home to orca whales, as well as humpback, grey and minke whales, seals, sea lions, Pacific white-sided dolphins, sea otters, porpoises, salmon, eagles, black bear, Roosevelt elk, deer and cougars inhabit the region. Tours are available to mainland inlets to see grizzly bears.
So far you have toured around the Northern part of Vancouver Island, time to head west to experience one of our favourite places on Earth, Tofino. Today you will drive from Port Alberni to Tofino on the Pacific Rim Highway which has breathtaking views and awe-inspiring landscapes. This stretch of highway is one of best motorcycle roads on the island. The highway can become narrow at points, be careful about passing and watch out for camper vans.
Well we hoped you enjoyed your time in Tofino. Unfortunately, there is only one way back. The good thing is that the ride always seems different going in the opposite direction. Today you will be travelling back across and then head south. The vast majority of Vancouver Island's population lives on the South end of the island. You will notice the city centers grow as you work your way south.
Welcome to Victoria! This little city has a lot of charm. Today you will be traveling to a BC ferry terminal and taking the boat back to Vancouver. Remember that motorcycles load first, so don't worry if the terminal looks busy, you will make your boat. The trip over to the mainland is one and a half hours.
More Info
Getting on a motorcycle and riding off for days at a time has a minimum set of requirements. Please review our quick checklist and refer to our Rental Policies for a detailed list of rental requirements.
A valid driver's license in either English or French with motorcycle endorsement (must be present at the time of pick up). An international driver's permit may be required depending on your country of origin.
More than one year of riding experience on a similar sized bike to which you would like to take out.
A coverage deductible ranging from $2000.00-3000.00 depending on your choice of bike for the duration of the rental by means of credit card authorization only.
21 years of age or older.
At Cycle BC our job is easy, Canada has already provided us with one of the most breathtaking backdrops in the world to stage our tours. All we had to do was provide the finest bikes the industry has to offer, combined with our unmatched service and you have the recipe for the trip of a lifetime.
On your tour you can expect to travel through Canada’s rugged wilderness on seemingly endless twisties finishing each day in a hand-picked, high quality accommodations with variety of options for great food. Along the way you will see unforgettable sights and experience some of the best roads Canada has to offer. From the first time we get in touch to when you are on your way home we look forward to having the opportunity to exceed your expectations every step of the way.
Currency Conversion
All rates found on our website are in Canadian Dollars. XE currency conversion is an easy to use website that can be used to convert our rates to your local currency.
Tourism BC
British Columbia is one of the most beautiful places on earth with endless spectacles to see and adventures to be had. Make sure you don’t miss any of it and use Tourism BCs website to help plan your trip.
Tourism Vancouver
Vancouver is routinely voted one of the best cities to live in the world. You are going to start your trip and end your trip here, use Tourism Vancouver’s website to make the most out of your time here.
Weather
Weather in British Columbia can be unpredictable at best. Environment Canada is a great resource for current weather and historical averages so you can better plan your trip.