The San Juan Islands, Victoria & Olympic National Park Walking & Hiking Tour
- Ferry between the United States and Canada in the idyllic San Juan archipelago
- Mount Constitution, with 360-degree mountain and island views
- Discover Victoria's colonial harbor-side charm
- Explore the incredible assortment of flowers at Butchart Gardens
- Olympic National Park, where temperate rain forest, alpine lakes and waterfalls meet
A Classic Taste of the Pacific Northwest
Each moment seems better than the last. Seeing a nesting bald eagle from the deck of your ferry. Soaking up the montage of cultures - from First Nations to British - in vibrant Victoria. Following Canyon Creek through an Eden of sword ferns, mosses and old-growth Douglas fir. Then arriving at magnificent Sol Duc Falls. Hiking mile-high Hurricane Ridge and seeing Mount Olympus in one direction, Mount Rainier and Seattle in another. Most vacations have that one defining moment you remember forever. This trip has those incredible moments daily.
Itinerary
Days
1-2 The spectacular panorama from the summit of Mount Constitution, Orcas Island's apex: shimmering water, evergreen-clad isles and snowcapped Mount Baker on the horizon 
Explore Moran State Park, a nature-lover's paradise On San Juan Island, discover pedestrian-friendly Friday Harbor.
Day
3 Ferry between islands - and countries - in the idyllic San Juan archipelago A hike on Mount Work offers striking 360-degree views of Vancouver Island, the Olympic Mountains and the surrounding Gulf Islands Settle into the luxury of the Brentwood Bay Resort with a full-service spa, waterfront suites and an elegant dining room.
Day
4 World-renowned Butchart Gardens,
a Canadian National Historic site with 55 acres of exquisite flowers and plants The enchanting city of Victoria on Vancouver Island is our setting for a historical walk before our ferry ride across the Straight of Juan de Fuca and hike to Marymere Falls.
Day
5 Olympic National Park, where temperate rain forest, alpine lakes and waterfalls meet Meander through an old-growth forest of Sitka spruce, hemlock and Douglas fir to awe-inspiring Sol Duc Falls.
Day
6 Hike stunning Hurricane Ridge, winding through flower-filled meadows that look onto Mount Olympus, the Bailey Range and the San Juan Islands Views of the Seattle skyline and Mount Rainier cap off the trip.
Premiere & Casual Inns*
Outlook Inn
Orcas Island (1 night) It's a short walk to the private beach and the shops and galleries of downtown from this retreat at the water's edge.
Friday Harbor House
San Juan Island (1 night) Described by Andrew Harper as an "appealing contemporary island lodge affording exceptional views of the San Juan Channel."
Brentwood Bay Resort
Vancouver Island (1 night) Perched on a forested hillside with spectacular bay vistas, this chic resort hotel features a blend of West Coast and Asian styles. (pool, spa)
Lake Crescent Lodge
Olympic National Park (2 nights) Set on the shore of deep-blue Lake Crescent, this lodge treats us to an enormous stone fireplace and a front porch ideal for watching sunsets.
Guest Reviews About This Trip
Explore some of the best of the Northwest. From the island beauty of the San Juans to the cultural and historic significance of Victoria, finishing with the lush temperate rain forests of Olympic National Park. An exploration in its finest sense.- Regional Manager, Pacific Northwest
Trip Dates & Prices
Please click on a date below for specific pricing and possible itinerary variations.
2015 CLASSIC DATES
June 2015
- 6/21 - 6/26 ( $3198 per person, double occ., +$710 for single occ.
July 2015
- 7/12 - 7/17 ( $3298 per person, double occ., +$710 for single occ.
- 7/26 - 7/31 ( $2998 per person, double occ., +$710 for single occ.
August 2015
- 8/2 - 8/7 ( $3198 per person, double occ., +$710 for single occ.
- 8/23 - 8/28 ( $2998 per person, double occ., +$710 for single occ.
September 2015
- 9/6 - 9/11 ( $2998 per person, double occ., +$710 for single occ.
- 9/20 - 9/25 ( $2998 per person, double occ., +$710 for single occ.
Don't see your ideal travel date? Call us at 800-462-2848 for Private Trip date availability.
This Trip Is Rated Level 1-3
Routes For All Abilities
Every Backroads trip is designed to appeal to a wide variety of
interests and fitness levels. We know your pace may vary from one
day to the next-and your traveling companion's may differ somewhat
from yours. So we present a range of mileage options, and each
day you decide exactly what and how much you want to do.
| Daily Route Options | ||||||||||
| Day | EASYGOING | ACTIVE | AVID | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Level 1 | Level 2 | Level 3 | Level 4 | Level 5 | ||||||
| miles | feet gain | miles | feet gain | miles | feet gain | miles | feet gain | miles | feet gain | |
| 1 | 4* | 100 | 7 | 200 | ||||||
| 2 | 5* | 2100 | 8 | 2100 | ||||||
| 3 | 5* | 1100 | ||||||||
| 4 | 2 | 100 | ||||||||
| Buchart Gardens Walk (2 Hours) | ||||||||||
| 5 | 4 | 100 | 7* | 1700 | 10 | 1800 | ||||
| 6 | 3 | 800 | ||||||||
The terrain on this trip includes alpine trails, coastal and lowland forest paths and garden walks.
* Includes a shuttle
Private Trips Options & Pricing
Gather your favorite people to share a Backroads adventure on a ready-to-book Private Trip - featuring all the legendary Backroads hallmarks from expert leaders to unforgettable activities.
You can pick from a large selection of dates for your group of 8 or more. Call us for date availability.
If your party has fewer than 8 guests, or if your preferred date is not available, we'll create a departure just for you.
Pricing for Private Trips (prices may vary based on departure date)
2015
| 2 - 3 guests from $5,698 pp dbl. occ. | 8 - 9 guests from $3,898 pp dbl. occ. |
| 4 - 5 guests from $4,698 pp dbl. occ. | 10 - 11 guests from $3,298 pp dbl. occ. |
| 6 - 7 guests from $4,198 pp dbl. occ. | 12 or more guests from $2,998 pp dbl. occ. |
All Private Singles-Solos trips require a minimum of 16 guests.
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