Private Trip

Vancouver Island Family Adventure

British Columbia
Luxury Family Trip

Type
Private

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Scheduled
The right number of like-minded travellers to make new friends.
Private
Your dates. Your group. Our expertly-designed itinerary.
Custom
Tailored to your interests, a bespoke travel experience.
Support
Daytime Guided

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Self-Guided
Combines the hallmarks of any B&R itinerary (excellent hotels and beautiful routes) with the freedom of pacing each day exactly the way you like.
Daytime Guided
Throughout the day, a knowledgeable local guide provides insider access and expert tips. At night, you can explore and dine on your own.
24/7 Guided
Our B&R guides are with you throughout, anticipating needs, translating languages, providing advice and—above all—facilitating fun.
Hotels
Signature

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Signature
We use premium hotels that are unique expressions of the region. Often they’ve had a previous life as a monastery or a castle, but in every case they offer an exceptionally comfortable stay.
Bistro
These are stylish 4-star properties that offer a casual and comfortable stay. Often without a 24-hour concierge or room service, they tend to be smaller family-run hotels that are perfect for the region.
Level
Enthusiast

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Occasional
“I can’t say I really ‘work out,’ but I’m in good shape and am relatively active.”
Recreational
“I enjoy a good walk or ride, and feel comfortable while on the move.”
Enthusiast
“I get moving at least once a week, and don’t mind a little sweat.”
Avid
“I get moving a few times per week and enjoy some exertion.”
Expert
“I want to feel invigorated each day and going hard is how I like to do that.”
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Rugged nature & inspiring culture

Mother nature doesn’t have a permanent address, but her finest summer home is here—and thankfully, she welcomes visitors. Explore BC’s capital city of Victoria, the artisan town of Sooke, the wild west coast of Port Renfrew and the Cowichan Valley, by bike and on foot. There aren’t many people, but your kids won’t be starved for playmates; in Sooke, you’ll hit the surf on a kayaking journey in search of dolphins, sea lions and orcas. Get ready for spectacular views, superb hikes, ocean explorations, and some of Canada’s most incredible wilderness (alongside some of its most temperate weather conditions!).

Trip designed by Travel Expert Marianne Abraham

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Vancouver Island Family Adventure

Ready-to-Book private tours are designed to be enjoyed off-the-rack, but there is room for minor adjustments to fit the trip to your needs. If the gap is too great, then we’d be happy to tailor-make you a Bespoke trip from scratch. Simply tell us a few details about your group and select your preferred date. One of our Trip Designers will spring into action, confirming the details or exploring alternatives, over the next 48 hours.

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Day by Day

Arrive in Victoria and warm up with a scenic stroll through the world-famous Butchart Gardens. Meet your guide for dinner this evening to go over the activities ahead.

Take the ferry to Mill Bay and follow the Cowichan River Trail to Lake Cowichan for a gourmet picnic. Spend the afternoon exploring the teeming tidal pools in Port Renfrew.

Set out on a guided kayaking tour with a local expert—sea lions and orcas are common sights! Then explore an old-growth forest called Avatar Grove, where you'll stand in awe of the west coast conifer giants.

Cruise along the Pacific Rim West Coast Trail on a whale and seal watching adventure—your captain will share stories of shipwrecks and other tales along the way.

Hang at the beach, then meet some local artisan food producers in town. This evening, enjoy dinner on your own—perhaps a 4-course meal in the fine dining room while we keep the kids entertained!

Explore Sooke Pothole Provincial Park by bike, winding your way along the coastline toward Victoria. Spend the evening browsing the city's boutique shops and museums, then sit down for a farewell seafood dinner.

Following breakfast at the hotel, you’ll check out and be driven back to Victoria International Airport in time for your flight home.

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Hotels

Brentwood Bay Resort, Brentwood Bay

Overlooking peaceful Brentwood Bay, this luxurious resort offers a full-service spa and gorgeous views with the Butchart Gardens just across the bay. Each room boasts a private terrace so you can enjoy your morning eggs benedict with a view (Brentwood makes the best in town!). View hotel website »

Wild Renfrew Seaside Cottages, Port Renfrew

Enjoy all the comforts of home, without sacrificing your wild side. At Wild Renfrew, plush log cabins line the waterfront, offering stunning views from your own private deck. The remote location makes for an unplugged and authentic-feeling stay, and the food at the resort’s friendly pub is impressive. View hotel website »

Sooke Harbour House, Sooke

A unique hotel on Vancouver Island, the Sooke Harbour House is a charming oasis on Whiffen Spit. You’ll be greeted with a glass of blackberry port and set free to explore the artwork and local antiques that occupy the living areas. The views of the Juan de Fuca Strait and the Washington State Olympic Mountains from the hotel are unbeatable! View hotel website »

Inn at Laurel Point, Victoria

The Inn at Laurel Point is a quiet oceanside retreat in BC’s capital city. Enjoy the harbour view from your private patio and listen to the quiet song of distant geese and sailboat rigs clinking in the breeze. Be sure to grab a bite from the hotel’s Aura restaurant—it’s a delight! View hotel website »

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We can't stop talking about the biking, eating, beer, kayaking, fishing & wine. We'll definitely be exploring more Butterfield & Robinson trips in the future as well. We consider this trip just the beginning of a series of fabulous future vacations!

— Alison & Chase Curtin

We never wanted to be the biggest travel company in the world, just the best.
— George Butterfield

Consistently voted one of the World's Best Tour Operators in Travel + Leisure magazine's annual reader survey.

Activity Level What’s Included Gear Extend Your Trip

Enthusiast

The activities are varied and all bike routes are on off road, paved and groomed gravel bike paths, and suitable for kids of all ages!

The Traveller

“I am an active person and don’t mind a little sweat. I like to walk or bike once a week at home.”

The Terrain

Rolling terrain on a variety of surfaces. Most days, one or two steeper climbs to spectacular viewpoints or places of interest.

What’s included? Everything you need. Plus everything you’d
want. Plus a few things you never knew you wanted ‘til you got them.

In a word: everything. In ninety words? Signature B&R guides; local experts; unique, unforgettable biking and walking routes; private tours; authentic local cuisine; lessons and demonstrations; local artisanal wines; wine tastings; all victuals and libations; all the endorphins you can handle; new insight; interesting, fun and like-minded travel companions; a feeling of total freedom. In short: an extraordinary, hassle-free journey of discovery.

All hotel accommodation
Meals as indicated with wine (selected by B&R)
Services of guide(s) and support vehicle
Use of all equipment required for activities
Detailed maps, route suggestions and water bottle
All transportation from rendezvous to drop-off
All baggage transportation
All gratuities for baggage, porters and hotel service

The Bikes

You can’t enjoy a great biking trip without a really great bike. On this trip, we’ll use well-tuned, high-quality, local bikes that provide a good fit to your size and weight.

Local Bikes

trip pool Sometimes your B&R trip simply isn’t long enough! Extend your stay for the best vacation possible. If you wish to spend a few days in region either before or after your official B&R trip, and need assistance making those plans, your B&R Travel Advisor can help.

Call us to create an independent travel experience that fits your needs—we can also arrange for a local guide.

We craft extraordinary experiences, tailor made to meet
your every need, with every stitch of every day crafted
just the way you want it. Learn more about Bespoke