Begin in British Columbia’s historic Garden City and ferry to Salt Spring Island, "the coolest island in Canada" according to the Washington Post • Lunch at a local cheese company and taste their fantastic chèvre cheeses • Hike through lovely Ruckle Park and admire the tranquil views • Enjoy an undulating and scenic ride past island cottages, pristine beaches and lush farmland • Set a leisurely pace, stopping along the way at small boutique cideries, artisan studios and roadside produce stands • Explore unique art galleries and whimsical shops in the town of Ganges • Our Relais & Châteaux home welcomes you to 22 acres of beautiful land and colorful gardens. 

Ferry to Vancouver Island for a fantastic ride through Cowichan Valley • Soak up inspiring views of the Salish Sea on the way • A hike to the top of Jocelyn Hill yields lovely views of Brentwood Bay and the forests of Gowlland Tod Park Provincial Park • Unwind in an outdoor mineral pool with breathtaking oceanfront views at our seaside resort • Cruise what's known as Vancouver Island's Most Beautiful Shortcut aboard the Mill Bay ferry • Bike rolling country roads in bucolic Cowichan Valley • The mild microclimate here yields more sunny days than anywhere else in Canada • Visit the famous Butchart Gardens and explore its amazing floral wonderland, which has more than 900 varieties of plants • Enjoy the rich architectural heritage of Victoria • Look for whales during a private Zodiac cruise.