Cultures of the North Island




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- • All accommodation for 7 nights• 4 breakfasts, 2 lunches, and 1 dinner• U'Mista Cultural Centre private tour• Cultural dance performance• Cedar weaving workshop• Indigenous-led wildlife tour
Itinerary
Your journey begins in Campbell River, a small town on the central east coast of Vancouver Island known as the Salmon Capital of the World. Spend the afternoon exploring the expansive waterfront trails or immerse in the history at the Campbell River Museum. E...
Start the day with breakfast overlooking the ocean before setting off for the scenic drive "up-island" (~2.5 hours). The first stop is Telegraph Cove, a quaint fishing village that was established in 1912 as a one-room telegraph station. Over the years, a sal...
Alert Bay is a global centre for Indigenous culture, with highlights including the 1200 person Big House for traditional gatherings, the World's Tallest Totem Pole, and the renowned U'Mista Cultural Centre which holds one of the most complete and important collection...
Join local Indigenous guides - experts in the area's wildlife and history - on a well-equipped vessel for a day on the water. As you head deep into the channels and many islands of the Broughton Archipelago, you may witness humpback whales, orcas, dolphins, e...
Enjoy a leisurely morning in Alert Bay, with time to stroll the waterfront and watch for wildlife from the B&B's expansive oceanfront deck. Take part in an Indigenous craft workshop to learn the importance of cedar and the intricacies of weaving.
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After a hearty breakfast at the hotel, the morning's itinerary is up to you - with time to explore the waterfront and town of Port Hardy, including unique shops, history museum, and Carrot Park. You'll then start our journey south, stopping for a rest and lunch along the way to end in Campbell River.
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- • Additional meals not listed• Flights to/from B.C. and Campbell River• Vehicle rental/usage and fuel• Travel insurance• Optional activities in each town• Gratuities for third-party tour providers and housekeeping services (to be given at your discretion)• Personal expenses such as alcoholic beverages, medications, snacks, and souvenirs
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