Motorcycle Tours

B.C. Blast

7 Days Total, 5 Riding Days

Trip Overview

Formerly known as the 'Coast to Kootenays' tour our B.C. Blast trip is designed for the motorcyclist who wants to see a lot of country in a short time.

After arriving in Vancouver you'll spend your first night just outside the city centre. The next morning we set-off to tackle the Coastal Mountain Range and the Thompson/Okanagan Valley region before finishing in the world class resort town of Whistler, B.C. The landscape and scenery will range from mountainous alpine terrain to arid desert climate in just 5 amazing days of riding! We average over 375 km per day and in short time are able to see much of what makes British Columbia so special.

What to Expect

Our seven-day holiday cuts through the Coast Mountains towards the famous Fraser River. From there we travel to the northeast through Marble Canyon towards Cache Creek. Our first night’s rest is back in the mountains at the Sun Peaks Delta Resort. Bear sightings are common and either a hike or a hot tub after the ride is a popular way to unwind.

The second day’s riding winds through the farming communities of the north Okanagan Valley before hooking up with the Salmon River Road, rated by the locals as “motorcycling’s best kept secret.”

As we continue east, the peaks once again become jagged and we head for the Selkirk Mountains. Our stay in the historic town of Revelstoke features fantastic vistas and a great chance to mingle with the locals.

From Revelstoke, the road turns south and skirts the banks of Upper Arrow Lake. A short ferry ride over the emerald waters of Lower Arrow Lake offers plenty of photographic opportunities before the twisties of the Monashee Mountain Range.

The next morning we stay on Highway 3 winding our way into the Okanagan valley, as we encounter Canada’s only desert for our second to last stop in Osoyoos.

That evening we spend lakeside back in the beautiful Okanagan Valley, with a stopover at the brand new Spirit Ridge Resort. Plenty of options are available to fill the rest day. Besides riding though the vineyards of the Okanagan, there are many lakeside activities, wine tours, golf, or places to simply enjoy some quality time by the pool or the lake.

Our final day takes us back to Vancouver where our adventure began! Following highway 3 west through Princeton, Manning Park and Hope where we connect with the Trans Canada Highway. The last leg of our journey winds it’s way down through the Fraser Valley and into Vancouver for our final dinner.

Want a longer trip?

Check out our Coast to Kootenays tour which is similar to the B.C. Blast but also includes 2 nights in Nelson, B.C.

Note: If you choose to combine these tours Rocky Mountain Motorcycle Holidays will cover the cost of the 1 “off day” hotel night in Whistler.

Trip Highlights

The Duffey Lake Road, Lillooet and Kamloops
Salmon Arm and Sicamous
The Mushroom Addition Restaurant and Vernon
Day off in Osoyoos to explore the Okanagan
Princeton, Manning Park and Hope

Route

All routes are subject to change due to unforseen events.

Day 1
Arrive in Vancouver for Tour Orientation and Meet & Greet Dinner

Day 2
Vancouver to Sun Peaks via the Duffey Lake Road

Day 3
Sun Peaks to Revelstoke via the Salmon River Road

Day 4
Revelstoke to Osoyoos

Day 5
Day off in Osoyoos

Day 6
Osoyoos to Whistler

Day 7
Travel Day (shuttle back to Vancouver provided)

Included in Your Holiday

Our tours feature; all up-scale accommodation, gourmet meals, motorcycle rental & insurance, chase vehicle for luggage / passengers / spare motorcycles, guide service, maps, fees for parks / ferries / activities, and transfers to/from Whistler, B.C.

INCLUDED in the price of the holiday:

All upscale accommodation, including first & last nights stay.
All high quality breakfasts & dinners (except off-days), NEVER a set menu, order what you want!
Motorcycle rental and insurance, bikes are washed & maintained routinely, guests are welcome to trade bikes around.
Chase vehicle for luggage, spare bikes and weary passengers.
Top notch and experienced guided service.
Transfers to/from Whistler, B.C.
Holiday handbooks complete with maps and activity information.
Entrance fees to National Parks.
Fares for ferries and scheduled activities.
Snacks & refreshments at scheduled stops.
Rain-suits (just to keep the sun shining)

NOT included in the price of the holiday:

Fuel not included for your motorcycle (approx. $15-$20/day CAD).
Alcoholic beverages not included with meals.
Most lunches, and all meals on optional riding days.
Airfare is not included in the tour price.
Non-scheduled activities on off-days
Personal Travel/Medical Insurance

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Coast to Kootenays

A new format for the Coast to Kootenays tour provides a little taste of everything beautiful B.C. has to offer. Beginning from the world class ski resort village of Whistler you'll ride over the Coastal Mountain Range and kiss the Rockies before swinging south for 2 nights to the motorcycle mecca of Western Canada, Nelson, B.C.

Located in the heart of the Kootenay region, Nelson easily delivers the most entertaining off-day ride you can find in this province. We'll cap off your trip with a visit to the Okanagan Valley for some well deserved rest and relaxation. The town of Osoyoos always delivers warm temperatures, great food, wine and plenty of new roads to explore. Of course if you don't feel like riding you can just relax by the pool all day or sample some of B.C.'s local wines with a tour of the vineyards.

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Key Information

7 Days Total, 5 Riding Days

Destination

British Columbia

Dates

August 28-September 3, 2011

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Rates

2011

Single Rider (own room): $5,495

Single Rider (shared room—double): $4,250

Rider & Passenger (shared room—double): $7,150

Bring Your Own Bike: subtract -$1,000 from tour price.

Meals Included:
4 Breakfasts
1 Lunch
5 Dinners

Deposit: $500

For a longer trip:
Combine with Pacific Rim Adventure.

All prices are in Canadian dollars and INCLUDE Sales Tax (where applicable).

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