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Thanksgiving on Salt Spring Island | October 12 - 15 | Activity Level 3

Thanksgiving on Salt Spring Island | October 12 - 15 | Activity Level 3

Regular price $2,469.00 CAD
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Prices are per person and include taxes

Ageless Peace of Mind plan (price per person): $175

October 12 - 15, 2026 

Activity Level 3: Uneven ground on portions of this tour.

3 nights | 4 days | 8 meals

Highlights: BC's Southern Gulf Islands • Salt Spring Island • Ganges • Harbour House Hotel • Thanksgiving Dinner • Cetacea • Salt Spring Wild Cidery • Salt Spring Island Cheese Company • Chemainus • Chemainus Theatre • The Raptor's Centre • Ladysmith

Tour includes:
Three nights accommodation
Three breakfasts
Two lunches
Three dinners
Meal gratuities
Chemainus Theatre performance
Ferry tolls

Accommodation:
Salt Spring Island  -  Harbour House Hotel
Chemainus  -  Best Western Plus

Tour Overview

Celebrate Thanksgiving with a relaxed and scenic escape to British Columbia’s Southern Gulf Islands, where island charm, coastal beauty, and local flavours set the tone for a memorable holiday experience. Travelling by ferry through picturesque waterways, this thoughtfully paced getaway offers time to unwind while discovering the unique character of Salt Spring Island and Vancouver Island’s historic theatre town of Chemainus.

Enjoy a two night stay at the oceanfront Harbour House Hotel, ideally located steps from the village of Ganges, and gather for a traditional Thanksgiving dinner in a warm and welcoming setting. A guided exploration of Salt Spring Island introduces you to its creative spirit and agricultural roots, with highlights including local artisan visits, tastings at a cidery and cheese company, and a special Hawaiian interpretation celebrating the island’s cultural connections.

The journey continues to Chemainus for time to explore its charming downtown and a special evening at the renowned Chemainus Theatre, followed by a return to the Lower Mainland via ferry. With its blend of island scenery, festive dining, cultural discovery, and relaxed pacing, this Thanksgiving escape offers a rewarding and enjoyable way to celebrate the season.

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Trip Itinerary

Sail with BC Ferries from Tsawwassen to Salt Spring Island through the beautiful Southern Gulf Islands. Arrive in Long Harbour and enjoy some free time exploring the village of Ganges with its eclectic shops, restaurants, and galleries. Check in to your ocean view room in the Harbour House Hotel for a two night stay. Known for its relaxed and refined style the hotel is only steps from the village. Tonight join the group for a traditional Thanksgiving dinner at the hotel.

Today is an opportunity to really get to know Salt Spring Island. Smaller vans will take the group on an in depth tour with a local guide. Visit Cetacea, a family run business known for creating innovative marine mammal skeleton exhibits, followed by lunch and a tasting at Salt Spring Wild Cidery. After lunch enjoy a unique experience with a Hawaiian Interpretation celebrating Salt Spring’s Hawaiian links. Finally make a stop at Salt Spring Island Cheese Company for cheese sampling. Tonight, the group will savour dinner at one of Salt Spring’s many local restaurants.

Spend the morning relaxing or exploring. An early lunch will be served at the hotel before taking the ferry from Vesuvius Bay on Salt Spring to Crofton on Vancouver Island. Enjoy time in quaint downtown Chemainus before checking in to the Best Western Plus Chemainus Inn for a one night stay. Tonight will be a special treat with a visit to the Chemainus Theatre for a buffet dinner and their evening performance.

This morning will include a visit to The Raptor's Centre giving you a chance to get close to and learn about birds of prey. Then travel to Ladysmith, a charming small town with a vibrant downtown and picturesque waterfront, for some free time and lunch on your own. The journey back to the Lower Mainland will be on BC Ferries from Departure Bay in Nanaimo to Horseshoe Bay.

Day 1
Vancouver - Salt Spring Island
Day 2
Salt Spring Island
Day 3
Salt Spring Island - Chemainus
Day 4
Chemainus - Vancouver

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