Self Drive British Columbia

Explore coastal mountains and lush rainforests

Set off on an unforgettable self exploration as you journey through cosmopolitan cities, lush rainforests, remote beaches and towering mountains in British Columbia - one of Canada' most picturesque provinces.

Take in the glass buildings and shimmering coastline of Vancouver, head up to Whistler for incredible adventure, take a ferry over to Vancouver Island to discover its rainforests, wildlife and sweping beaches or head towards the Okanagan Valley to explore British Columbia's world-famous wine region. You can even venture further north and spend time on a real working cowboy ranch or perhaps cross the provincial border into Alberta for more incredible sights, endless adventure and unique wildlife – the choice is yours.

Self drive holidays allow you the freedom and flexibility to really explore indenpendantly, choose your own pace and to take control of your own epic adventure. British Columbia is perfect for self-exploration, with the mountain roads being easily drivable, as well as breath taking, whether you decide to travel by car, motorhome or even motorbike.

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Here’s a selection of popular itinerary suggestions to give you an idea of what’s available. Call us now and we’ll create an amazing holiday just for you.

9 days

Vancouver Island Suggested Motorhome Itinerary

Explore the rugged coastline of Vancouver Island with your Cruise Canada motorhome on this 8 day suggested itinerary. Starting in Vancouver, enjoy the scenery by taking a leisurely stroll from Vancouver Harbour along the sea wall to Stanley Park, head...

Family holidays

16 days

Unlimited Adventures

Guide Price £4,499 pp

Take an epic adventure across the great Canadian Rockies. Journey from Calgary through the Canadian Rocky Mountains to the breath taking coastlines of Vancouver and the Pacific Ocean. Experience the wilderness of Banff National Park, the magnificence of Lake Louise...

Wildlife holidays

9 days

Whales, Bears and Vancouver Island

Guide Price £3,799 pp

Experience vibrant, cosmopolitan cities, incredible wildlife and the unrivalled beauty of Vancouver Island's scenery. Arriving first in the provincial capital of Victoria, where you'll hit the water for a world-class whale watching journey in the Strait of Georgia. Then, travel...

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Self Drive British Columbia

Explore coastal mountains and lush rainforests

Emerald Lake

Inner Harbour, Victoria

Stanley Park Totem Pole

Cycling along the Seawall and Stanley Park, Vancouver

High Note Trail

Breaching Humpback with GPA

Coal Harbour, Vancouver

Okanagan Wine Region

Sea Otter

Historic Gastown Quarter

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