Coastline Motorcycle Adventure Tours.

Tour Details

Day 1 - Arrive in Vancouver:
Each tour arrives in Vancouver the day before. If arriving early enough, bikes are collected and then back to hotel. Or, bikes can be collected the next morning.

Day 2 - Vancouver to Kamloops:
Early morning departure from Vancouver and following the "Gold rush trail" of the late 1800's. Through the famous Fraser River Canyon from Hope to Cache Creek with stops at "Hell's Gate Canyon", Spencers Bridge and Cache Creek before heading east on the Trans Canada Highway and the night in Kamloops.

Day 3 - Kamloops to Mt. Robson:
Today you travel north following the Thompson River and the Canadian National Railway line. Wild, wild country and gently sweeping highways. Plenty of wildlife and spectacular scenery. The evening is spent at Mountain River Bed & Breakfast, right at the foot of Mt. Robson, the largest peak in the Canadian Rockies.

Day 4 - Mt. Robson to Banff Alberta:
First stop, Jasper Alberta! Heading south on the Banff- Jasper Parkway, planned stops will be at Athabasca Falls, The Columbia Ice Fields and Saskatchewan River Crossing. At the Icefields, you can take advantage of a tour on the glacier. This is where the headwaters of the Bow, Columbia, Athabasca and Saskatchewan Rivers are formed and flow in four directions. At the end of the day, you spend the night in our favourite hotel in Banff.

Day 5 - Second day in Banff:
This day can be for exploring the National Park, visiting some of the glacier lakes, Calgary (only 80 miles East) or simply relaxing.

Day 6 - Banff to Revelstoke:
Westward! After you leave Banff and stop in at world famous Lake Louise, the road takes you through the Kicking Horse Pass and over the Purcell mountain range. A short detour off the highway will take us to Takkakaw Falls, the second highest waterfall in North America. Once again, this part of the country affords the viewing of such wildlife as bear, moose, elk, mountain goats and Rocky Mountain big horned sheep. Continuing west to Golden and over the Rogers Pass, we'll arrive in the railway town of Revelstoke for the evening.

Day 7 - Revelstoke to Ainsworth Hot Springs:
Today is Lake Day! Wonderful roads and a scenic ferry crossing. In the evening stop off at Ainsworth Hot Springs. This is one of our favourite spots on the tour and the evening can be spent relaxing in the natural hot springs, enjoy a wonderful meal and fantastic views across Kootenay Lake.

Day 8 - Nelson to Kelowna:
From the Kootenays to the Okanagan. Leaving Nelson, you follow the spillways of the Kootenay River as it flows south and west through several dams and power generation plants until joining the Columbia River at Castlegar. Over the Monashee mountain range after Castlegar and into Border country at Grand Forks. At this point, you are parallel to the U.S. border and eventually head north west on one of the most incredible motorcycling roads imaginable. In Kelowna, the heart of British Columbia's fruit growing region, you'll stay at another lakeside resort.

Day 9 - Kelowna to Whistler:
So, you say you wanted to ride? On our last full day of riding, we cover the longest distance. Over three more mountain ranges and valleys. From the Okanagan to the coast and world-class resort, Whistler B.C. During this time of year, even though skiing isn't on, there is plenty to see and do in Whistler. On the way, you'll experience thrills of riding you could not have imagined on roads that have recently been paved. In Whistler, you stay in the heart of the village.

Day 10 - Whistler to Vancouver:
Since all good things must come to an end, we'll take you on the Sea to Sky Highway into the city of Vancouver with some interesting side trips along the way. On all tours, we can arrange extra nights in Vancouver on either end of your tour, if desired.

Tour Details

Day 1 - Arrive in Vancouver:
Each tour arrives in Vancouver the day before. If arriving early enough, bikes are collected and then back to hotel. Or, bikes can be collected the next morning.

Day 2 - Vancouver to Victoria:
Travel to Victoria from Vancouver via BC Ferries, through the beautiful, scenic Gulf Islands. Spend a night on the town, in BC's Capitol City.

Day 3 - Victoria to Campbell River:
From here your trip really starts, after enjoying breakfast it’s time to hit the road north. Along the way you can visit the Cowichan Native Heritage centre, in Duncan. Here, you'll often see totem poles actually being carved in the traditional way and an opportunity to visit the museum. Continuing on our way, you'll drive through many quaint villages with lots of chances for photo ops. Next stop will be lunch in one of our favourite seaside cafes. Then, into the Comox Valley. After a brief stop in Courtenay, a bit further north, you'll arrive at the seaside Austrian Chalet Lodge in Campbell River, the salmon fishing capitol of the world.

Day 4 - Campbell River to Telegraph Cove:
After breakfast it’s time to ride again. On the way, you'll ride through scenic valleys where bald eagles soar and black bear roam. Once you arrive in Telegraph Cove you have the chance of a lifetime to enjoy a whale watching cruise, the perfect west coast experience. On your whale watching cruise you will see the mighty Orca where they are often seen rubbing themselves on the beach. Pods of dolphins and other marine life abound.  This evening you'll stay at the seaside Telegraph Cove Resort.

Day 5 - Telegraph Cove to Campbell River.
From Telegraph Cove you travel north to explore scenic roads at the north end of the Island to returning back to Campbell River in the evening.

Day 6 - Campbell River to Courtenay:
An early morning ride, west to Gold River in time for brunch. After returning, you head south and ride up to Mount Washington Alpine resort for stunning views. We recommend the chair lift ride. It goes slower in the summer.

Day 7 - Courtenay to Tofino:
Skirting the ocean front, you head west at Qualicum Beach to the far west coast of the Island. Passing through Cathedral Grove, one of the last stands of old growth forest...some of the trees are 400-600 years old. From here you make your way through the mountains to Long Beach (next stop, Japan!). Breathtaking views of the Pacific Ocean. In the evening, a romantic stroll on the beach or visit one of the art galleries in Tofino.

Day 8 - Tofino to Vancouver via Nanaimo:
Since all good things must come to an end, but not before another scenic BC Ferries crossing to return the bikes in Vancouver. On all tours, we can arrange extra nights in Vancouver on either end of your tour, if desired.

Tour Details

Day 1 - Arrive in Vancouver:
Each tour arrives in Vancouver the day before. If arriving early enough, bikes are collected and then back to hotel. Or, bikes can be collected the next morning. 

Day 2 - Vancouver to Kelowna:
Leaving Vancouver heading east, once you get out of the city limits and pass Hope we start quite a wonderful 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.

Day 3 - Kelowna to Ainsworth Hot Springs:
This is a great stretch for biking. Lots of twisties and two lane blacktop. Make sure to stop for coffee at Beaverdell. You will be traveling through a variety of hills and valleys and lakes. Spectacular scenery! Ainsworth Hot Springs will be the highlight of the day. Fabulous views and relaxing natural hot springs.

Day 4 - Ainsworth to Vernon:
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, in time for lunch. Continue south to a relaxing ferry crossing making your way to our stop at Vernon. Another spectacular day.

Day 5 - Vernon to Whistler:
Our day starts off riding through cattle lands and gently rising hills reaching the charming town of Falkland. After leaving Falkland you make your way to Lillooet where the real drama begins, get ready for endless twisties riding alpine pass along the Duffy Lake Road. After Duffy Lake you descend down into the Pemberton Valley and making your way to the world class resort town of Whistler.

Day 6 - Whistler to Campbell River:
Leaving Whistler south on Sea to Sky Highway you stop at the BC Ferries terminal at Horseshoe Bay to make the sailing to Nanaimo. Motorcycles are first to load and unload, very civilized. From Nanaimo you head north riding through the Comox Valley, Ending at Campbell River.

Day 7 - Campbell River to Telegraph Cove:
We recommend riding north to visit Port Hardy and Port McNeill at the far northern reaches. Then, spend the night at Telegraph Cove and do the early morning whale watching cruise. After the cruise, continue south for another night in Campbell River.

Day 8 - Campbell River to Tofino:
All the way to the west coast of the Island. On the way, visit Cathedral Grove, one of the last stand of centuries old trees. Walk the beach, enjoy the best seafood ever!

Day 9 - Tofino to Victoria:
Leaving Tofino you pass back through Port Alberni stopping at the picturesque Coombs, a great spot for lunch. South through Nanaimo and connect with Highway 1. Further south through Duncan and over The Malahat Drive and down into Victoria. Your hotel is one block from the scenic inner harbour and within walking distance of all the local attractions

Day 10 - Victoria to Vancouver:
All good things must come to an end but not before another day of eye candy. This time, the BC Ferry crossing is from Swartz Bay to Tsawwassen, south of Vancouver. The ferry is a leisurely 1 1/2 hour ride through the southern Gulf Islands and back into Vancouver to return the bikes and spend the last night.