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Salt Spring Island & the Gulf Islands

Southern Gulf Islands · Ferry Day Trip

Highlights

  • Salt Spring Saturday Market in Ganges village (seasonal)
  • Local artisan studios and farm-gate stands
  • A scenic Southern Gulf Islands ferry crossing
  • A quieter, small-island pace close to Vancouver

Itinerary

7:00 AM

Pickup & ferry crossing

Early pickup in Vancouver for the direct ferry crossing to Salt Spring Island.

10:00 AM

Ganges village

Free time in Ganges village, including the Saturday Market when running.

1:00 PM

Artisan studios & farm stands

A relaxed drive past local artisan studios and farm-gate stands, lunch on your own.

3:30 PM

Return ferry

Departure back to the mainland.

7:00 PM

Arrive back in Vancouver

Drop-off back in Vancouver in the evening.

Route & Distances

  1. VancouverSalt Spring Islandferry crossing, ≈ 3 hr
  2. Salt Spring IslandVancouverreturn ferry, ≈ 3 hr

Distances are approximate driving distances, for reference only — actual route and mileage on the day may vary.

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Regular departures run Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday. Booking is by request, not instant confirmation — contact us to confirm the exact date and seat availability.

What's Included

Includes

  • Round-trip transport and ferry crossings
  • English-speaking guide (Vietnamese on request, subject to availability)

Excludes

  • Meals and personal purchases
  • Gratuities for your guide

Cancellation Policy

CancelledRefund
21+ days before departureFull refund
7–20 days before departure50% refund
Less than 7 days before departureNo refund

Good to Know

  • Valid government-issued photo ID is required for every traveler on all departures.
  • Pickup and drop-off times are approximate and may shift by 15–30 minutes depending on traffic and road conditions.
  • Itinerary order and stops may change due to weather, road closures, or park conditions — safety comes first.
  • Comfortable walking shoes are recommended; stops involve short, easy walks rather than technical hiking.
  • Let us know about mobility needs, dietary restrictions, or large group sizes at the time of booking so we can plan accordingly.
  • Multi-day tours are priced based on double-occupancy hotel rooms; single-traveler and triple-occupancy rates are available on request.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Saturday Market only on Saturdays?

Yes, it runs seasonally on Saturdays — let us know if you'd like a weekday departure instead for a quieter island visit without the market.

How long is the ferry crossing?

The direct Southern Gulf Islands routing runs about 3 hours each way.

Is this a relaxed day?

Yes — it's one of our easiest-paced day trips, built around browsing rather than sightseeing on a schedule.

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From $175 CADper person, CAD
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