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Two distinct, round-trip 3-Day Adventures along the west coast of Vancouver Island from Gold River to Victoria, British Columbia’s capital. SCHEDULE Gold River to Victoria: Victoria to Gold River: ITINERARIES WEST COAST ADVENTURE ~
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| Leave Victoria | Fri - May 7 | 8:00 AM |
| Arrive Courtenay | Fri - May 7 | 12:45 PM |
| Leave Courtenay | Fri - May 7 | 1:45 PM |
| Arrive Gold River | Fri - May 7 | 5:00 PM |
| Leave Gold River | Sat - May 8 | 5:30 AM |
| Arrive Bamfield | Sat - May 8 | 4:00 PM |
| Leave Bamfield | Sun - May 9 | 8:00 AM |
| Arrive Victoria | Sun - May 9 | 6:00 PM |
Arrival times are subject to change
FARES
Double: $700.00 Single: $425.00
Included in your Fare:
• Accommodation, dinner & breakfast in Bamfield
• Accommodation at the Ridgeview Motor Inn in Gold River.
• Bus, train and the two-day voyage onboard the MV Uchuck III
• All applicable taxes
FRIDAY - May 7, 2010
Your three day adventure starts by train with VIA RAIL from Victoria to Courtenay.
Departure time is 8:00 am from the VIA RAIL Terminal @ 450 Pandora Avenue. Please be at the station in ample time to board the train.
Meals are not provided while on the train, so taking light snack may be a good idea. A staff member will be onboard to answer any questions you may have.
Arrival time in Courtenay is 12:45 pm. A charter coach will be providing the transportation from Courtenay to Gold River. The bus will be making a 1 hour stop in Courtenay which will give you enough time to stretch your legs, have lunch or shop.
Arrival time in Gold River is approximately 5:00 pm. Passengers will be staying at the Ridgeview Motor Inn . Your hosts are expecting you and have rooms booked in your name.
Once you have settled into your accommodation, you are on your own to do as you please and perhaps take in the sights of the community. You are "on foot" so you may wish to consider the restaurants next to your hotel for dinner.
SATURDAY - May 8, 2010
A shuttle service BEGINNING at 5:30 am will bring you from your hotel parking lot to the MV UCHUCK III. Departure time from Gold River is 6:00 am for the first leg of your journey to Bamfield.
Arrival time in Bamfield is approximately 4:00 pm. Your B&B hosts will meet the Uchuck and escort you to your respective B&B's. They are expecting you and have rooms booked in your name. For those of you who like to explore, Bamfield has some wonderful beaches. Brady's Beach, located close to your B&B, is a must see.
SUNDAY - May 9, 2010
Departure time from Bamfield is 8:00 am for the final leg of your voyage to Victoria.
Arrival time in Victoria at Point Hope Maritime Shipyard @ 345 Harbour Road is approximately 6:00 pm.
WEST COAST ADVENTURE ~
VICTORIA to GOLD RIVER
Saturday, May 22 - Monday, May 24, 2010
(Click here to download PDF version of the schedule)
SCHEDULE
| Leave Victoria | Sat - May 22 | 8:00 AM |
| Arrive Bamfield | Sat - May 22 | 5:00 PM |
| Leave Bamfield | Sun - May 23 | 8:00 AM |
| Arrive Gold River | Sun - May 23 | 6:00 PM |
| Leave Gold River | Mon - May 24 | 9:30 AM |
| Leave Courtenay | Mon - May 24 | 1:15 PM |
| Arrive Victoria | Mon - May 24 | 6:00 PM |
Arrival times are subject to change
FARES
Double Fare $700.00
Single Fare $425.00
Included in your Fare:
• Accommodation, dinner & breakfast in Bamfield
• Accommodation at the Gold River Chalet
• Bus, train & the 2-day voyage onboard the Uchuck III
• All applicable taxes
SATURDAY - May 22, 2010
The MV Uchuck III will be departing from Victoria for the first leg of the voyage to Bamfield. Our vessel's departure time is 8:00 am from Point Hope Maritime Shipyard at 345 Harbour Road. A crew member will be at the gate at 7:30 am to escort you to the Uchuck III.
Arrival time in Bamfield is approximately 5:00 pm. Your B&B hosts will meet the Uchuck and escort you to your respective B&B's. They are expecting you and have rooms booked in your name. For those of you who like to explore, Bamfield has some wonderful beaches. Brady's Beach, located close to your B&B, is a must see.
SUNDAY - May 23, 2010
Departure time from Bamfield is at 8:00 am for the final leg of your voyage to Gold River.
Arrival time in Gold River is approximately 6:00 pm. Upon arrival, a shuttle service to your hotel will be provided. Passengers will be staying at the Gold River Chalet. Again, your hosts are expecting you and have rooms booked in your name.
Once you have settled into your accommodation, you are on your own to do as you please and perhaps take in the sights of the community. As all of you are "on foot," you may wish to consider the restaurants next to your hotel for dinner.
MONDAY - May 24, 2010
Departure time from your hotel parking lot is 9:30 am. A charter coach will be providing the transportation from Gold River to Courtenay. The bus will be making a 1-hour stop in Courtenay which will give you enough time to stretch your legs, have lunch or shop.
After lunch the bus will be taking you to the VIA RAIL Terminal in Courtenay for the remaining trip into Victoria. Departure time for the train is 1:15 pm and the train is expected to arrive at its terminal in Victoria at 450 Pandora Avenue for 6:00 pm.
WHAT TO BRING
CASH FOR THE COFFEE SHOP ~ All other meals not included in your fare may be purchased from our galley. Our cook prepares fresh soup and sandwiches daily. If you wish to pack your own snacks and/or meals, please do not hesitate to do so.
MOTION SICKNESS REMEDIES ~ You are traveling the West Coast of Vancouver Island and the weather can be unpredictable. Talk to your pharmacist about remedies that will work best for you.
BINOCULARS AND CAMERA ~ We will be traveling the West Coast during the tail end of the Gray Whale migration so KEEP YOUR EYES PEELED! Sea Otters, other marine mammals and sea birds should also be seen during your voyage.
WARM CLOTHING ~ It is always cool on the water so bring warm clothing, wind breakers, etc.
ON ALL TRIPS — Stops will be made (as required) at logging camps and settlements in the area to deliver supplies, passengers or to drop off kayakers along our route.
Note: Reservations required on all cruises.
Schedules & Fares subject to change without notice.
Prices include all aplicable taxes.
PAYMENT — If you wish to make a reservation, full payment in advance, (payable by Visa or Mastercard) is required. You may provide your credit card and expiry date by telephone at 1 877-UCHUCK3 (824-8253).
CONFIRMATION — A booking confirmation will be emailed to you. This itinerary also includes a list of Gold River accommodations and/or camping info, parking info, payment info ~ essentially everything you need to know about your voyage and the details leading up to your voyage.
CANCELLATION POLICY — LIFE HAPPENS! In the event that you need to cancel, here are your options:
OPTION 1:
6 weeks or more: FULL Refund
5 to 6 weeks: 75% Refund
4 to 5 weeks: 50% Refund
1 to 4 weeks: 25% Refund
Less than 1 week: NO Refund
OPTION 2: Receive your canceled trip in the form of a Gift certificate, valid for one year.
FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Telephone: 1 (250) 283-2515
Toll Free in North America:
1-877-UCHUCK3 (1-877-824-8253)
email: info@mvuchuck.com
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