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June - October 2016 BROCHURE

SAN FRANCISCO / LAS VEGAS CRUISE AND STAY OCTOBER 4 - 12, 2016

529 Wentworth St. Nanaimo BC V9R 3E3 (250)753-3752 (877)752-3752 [email protected]

Travel with Rick and Wendy... MS Nieuw Amsterdam October 4 - 12, 2016

ANGEL OF THE WINDS - June 7-9, 2016 Join us at “The World’s Friendliest Casino” in Arlington, WA for 3 days of fun! Includes: Bus, Ferry, Accommodation, 2 x $10 Breakfast Voucher, 2 x $10 Lunch or Dinner Voucher, $10 Free Play, $5 Match Play, Free Keno ticket, 2 x personal happy hour, all applicable taxes.

• $399 p.p. based on double occupancy Single Supp. $125 Under 65 Add $17

BARKLAY SOUND (AKA) THE LADY ROSE - June 13, 2016 This annual tour starts with a beautiful drive over Sutton Pass and past Kennedy Lake arriving in Ulcuelet for lunch at the Blue Room Bistro. You will board the Frances Barkley in Ucluelet a cruise through the Broken Island Group back to Port Alberni. A light dinner can be purchased on board the boat. We return home after the cruise. Sells out every year so BOOK EARLY!! WE HAVE OTHER DATES RESERVED FOR PRIVATE GROUPS – Call the office for details.

• $139 p.p. - Includes bus, lunch, boat cruise and taxes Join Rick and Wendy on a Cruise and Stay package to San Francisco and Las Vegas. 8 nights total, with 3 nights onboard the ship, 2 nights in San Francisco, and 3 nights in Las Vegas. Package Includes: Door to Door Pickup (Courtenay, Comox, Parksville, Qualicum, Nanaimo, Cowichan), Ferries, Cruise, Meals on Ship, All Flights, Accommodations, Transfers, Taxes

Bonus Extras

Bonus Extras

48 Hour Hop on Hop Off Bus 3 Walking Tours (Chinatown, North Beach, Barbary Coast) Pass (San Fran) San Fran Night Tour One ride on the 7D Experience Sausalito Tour

Prices

Outside Cabin - $2165 p.p. (DBL) $2865 p.p. (SNGL) Verandah - $2235 p.p. (DBL)

$3095 p.p. (SNGL)

Deposit of $250 p.p. at time of booking. Balance due July 4, 2016

Travel with Rick and Wendy... Phone: 250.753.3752 Toll Free: 1.877.752.3752 E- mail: [email protected]

529 Wentworth Street Nanaimo, BC V9R3E3

FRASER VALLEY TOUR - June 21 & 22, 2016 A great get-a-way. On our first day we drive the scenic #7 highway through the Fraser Valley and stop for a visit and tour with the Monks at “Westminster Abbey”, in Mission. We then travel to Stave Lake for a walk back through time at the Power House built in 1912. Our overnight stay is at the Best Western Rainbow Country Inn in Chilliwack featuring dinner (included) in the atrium. After breakfast (included) we continue to historic Kilby Store for a tour and lunch (included) before heading back to Horseshoe Bay and home. A minimum of 20 passengers is required for this tour.

• $329 p.p. based on double/twin

Includes: bus, ferries, hotel, 1 breakfast, 1 lunch, 1 dinner, all admissions and taxes Single Supp. Add $68 Under 65 Add $17

BUFFALO BOB’S AND RAPTORS - July 8, 2016 Our first stop is at Morning Star Bison Ranch for a tour through the herd where you learn about the Bison and have a chance to feed them. After the tour you are treated to a BBQ lunch (included). After lunch we will head to Duncan to view the Raptors included flight demonstrations of these magnificent birds before heading home. GREAT TOUR!!

• $119 p.p. - Includes: bus, admissions, lunch and taxes

SILVER REEF CASINO, RESORT AND SPA - July 11-13, 2016 Join us at “The World’s Friendliest Casino” in Arlington, WA for 3 days of fun! Includes: Bus, Ferry, Accommodation, 2 x $10 Breakfast Voucher, 2 x $10 Lunch or Dinner Voucher, $10 Free Play, $5 Match Play, Free Keno ticket, 2 x personal happy hour, all applicable taxes.

• $399 p.p. based on double occupancy Single Supp. $125 Under 65 Add $17

PORT RENFREW - July 14, 2016 We will be travelling to Port Renfrew via Sooke and return on the “Pacific Rim Circle Route” to Lake Cowichan. Lunch (included) is on the water at Port Renfrew Resort. We will stop on the way to view some of Canada’s largest tress still standing, including the Harris Creek Sitka Spruce.

• $99 p.p. - Includes bus, lunch and taxes

VICTORIA BUSKERS - July 19, 2016 We will be travelling to Victoria to partake in the excitement and family-fun that Victoria’s Annual Buskers Festival is sure to present! With entertainers coming from the world over, we will be sure to see performances that will amaze and leave you wanting next year’s festival to come sooner!

• $59 p.p. - Includes bus, and taxes FOOTLOOSE THE MUSICAL (Chemainus Theatre) (2 PM MATINEE) - July 24, 2016 We will head south to quaint and charming Chemainus and The Chemainus Theatre to re-live the high-energy and open-minded fun of this hit 1984 film. Featuring a score of flashy dance tunes and a rock combo band, this Tony nominated show is undeniably entertaining. Before the show we will sit down in the Playbill Dining Lounge and enjoy a lovely buffet lunch and deserts.

• $129 p.p. - Includes: Bus, Show Ticket, Lunch, all taxes

TULALIP RESORT CASINO - August 2-4, 2016 Come along to the Pacific Northwest’s Premier 5-star Hotel and Casino experience! Includes: Bus, Ferry, Accommodation, 2 Breakfasts, $30 Slot Play for $20, all applicable taxes.

• $399 p.p. based on double occupancy Single Supp. $140 Under 65 Add $17

BUFFALO BOB’S AND RAPTORS - August 5, 2016 Our first stop is at Morning Star Bison Ranch for a tour through the herd where you learn about the Bison and have a chance to feed them. After the tour you are treated to aBBQ lunch (included). After lunch we will head to Duncan to view the Raptors included flight demonstrations of these magnificent birds before heading home. GREAT TOUR!!

• $119 - Includes: bus, admissions, lunch and taxes

HATLEY CASTLE & PRIVATE GARDEN - Aug. 10, 2016 We take you to the Hatley Castle at Royal Roads University for a guided tour of the Castle and gardens. Next we travel to Metchosin for a tour of a private garden for lunch. This garden caters to weddings and this may be the only chance you get to see them.

• $99 – Includes bus, lunch, admission/tour and taxes

VANCOUVER CASINOS - August 17-18, 2016 Exchange rate got you down? Tired of arranging extended medical coverage? Join us as we stay north of the border and enjoy the gaming and entertainment options in the lower mainland. We will visit the Hard Rock, Elements and River Rock Casinos, while we stay in Langley at the Cascades Casino and Coast Hotel. Four Casino stops over the two day trip! Bring your lucky penny!

• $229 p.p. - Includes: Bus, Hotel, Ferry, $5 daily Food/Bev Voucher, $5 Casino Play, and Taxes - Single Supp add: $60 Under 65 add $17

BARKLAY SOUND (AKA) THE LADY ROSE - August 26, 2016

This annual event attracts thousands of people every year. We will get you there early enough to find a good spot and to partake in the pre-show events. This is a very popular event so book early! Don’t forget to bring a lawn chair.

This annual tour starts with a beautiful drive over Sutton Pass and past Kennedy Lake arriving in Ulcuelet for lunch at the Blue Room Bistro. You will board the Frances Barkley in Ucluelet a cruise through the Broken Island Group back to Port Alberni. A light dinner can be purchased on board the boat. We return home after the cruise. Sells out every year so BOOK EARLY!! WE HAVE OTHER DATES RESERVED FOR PRIVATE GROUPS – Call the office for details

• $59 – Includes bus, and taxes

• $139 p.p. - Includes bus, lunch, boat cruise and taxes

SYMPHONY SPLASH - July 31, 2016

BUTCHART GARDENS FIREWORKS – Aug. 27, 2016

BLACK FRIDAY – Nov. 24 to 26, 2016

This is our annual tour to these world famous gardens. We arrive early for you to set up your lawn chairs in a good viewing spot. Dinner is on your own at one of the restaurants or you can bring a picnic. The fireworks display is a must see!

We are off to Washington State for the Black Friday sales this year. We will stop at Bellis Fair on the way and our 2 night stay is at the Holiday Inn in Marysville. There will be shuttles to the Seattle Premier Outlets. On day 2 we take you bright and early to the Alderwood shopping centre (one of the largest malls in the Northwest). We will let you know closer to the date about the midnight madness sales. Triple and Quad rooms are available at a lesser rate per person.

• $99 p.p. - Includes bus, admission and taxes (don’t forget your lawn chair)

VANCOUVER ISLAND WEST COAST TOUR – Aug. 29 to 31, 2016 We are attending the 28th annual Cultural Heritage Festival. This year’s theme is “Emily Carr’s West Coast”. Our two night stay is at the Tin Wis Resort on McKenzie Beach. Stops include Amphitrite Point, Ucluelet, the Bog, Wickaninnish Beach and Botanical Gardens. Book early – limited seating.

• $749 p.p. based on double/twin – Includes bus, hotel, 2 breakfasts, 1 dinner ARTISANS FESTIVAL AT KITTY COLEMAN GARDENS – Sept. 3, 2016 We will travel to Courtenay via the old highway to the gardens. This annual event is held each year on the Labour Day weekend and is focused on presenting quality original works. Pottery, fine art, ceramics, carvings, furniture, weaving, jewelry and glass are just a few of the many works available. There are lots of concessions for lunch.

• $59 - Includes bus, admission and taxes

BUFFALO BOB’S AND RAPTORS – September 9, 2016 Our first stop is at Morning Star Bison Ranch for a tour through the herd where you learn about the Bison and have a chance to feed them. After the tour you are treated to a BBQ lunch (included). After lunch we will head to Duncan to view the Raptors included flight demonstrations of these magnificent birds before heading home. GREAT TOUR!!

• $119p.p. - Includes: bus, admissions, lunch and taxes

Hilda’s Yard (2 PM Matinee) (Chemainus Theatre) - Oct. 23, 2016 It’s 1956, and happy empty-nesters Sam and Hilda are finally enjoying life on their own. But their peaceful home turns chaotic when their unemployed son and newly-single daughter return for an unexpected stay. Can these traditional parents and far-out children bridge the generational divide? Before the show we will be seated in the Playbill Dining Lounge for a buffet style lunch and desserts. • $119 per person - Includes: Bus, Show Ticket, Lunch, all Applicable taxes

• $479 p.p. based on double/twin – Includes bus, ferries, hotel, 2 breakfasts and taxes Single Supp. $235 Under 65 add $17

7 DAY WINTER MOUNTAIN TRAIN-December 1-7, 2016 We are riding the rails through the snow-capped Rocky Mountains to start December in a Wintery way! We will start in Vancouver, riding “The Canadian” in VIA Rail’s Sleeper Plus Cabins through to Jasper for a 2 night stay at the Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge, and then finally to Edmonton for a night and 2 days before flying back to Vancouver. Door to Door pickup will get you from your home to the Airport in Vancouver and back.

• $2999 p.p. Land & Air Includes: Bus, Ferry, Airfare, Hotels, Rail Pass, all breakfasts, 4 dinners, all applicable taxes Single Supp. $450

UPCOMING TOURS! SUNSHINE COAST MARINE TOUR-September 2016 This tour is sure to be filled with sights and experiences like no other! We will head to the Sunshine Coast via Vancouver’s Horseshoe Bay Terminal, and check into our hotel before heading to meet the boat and head into Skookumchuck Narrows to experience the fastest tidal current in the world! The next day will be an incredible tour up Princess Louisa Inlet, eventually witnessing the power and majesty of Chatterbox Falls. After this boat tour we will head back to our hotel, where you will have the evening to yourself to relax and reflect on the sights of the 2 boat tours. A truly unique experience and the tide projections suggest it should be a great time to experience the power of nature.

• $679 p.p. Will Include: Bus, Ferries, Hotel, Boat Tour Fares, All Applicable Taxes - Single Supp $140 Under 65 add $17

$769 p.p. Single Supp. $225 Call for Details!

It’s getting closer! The Jays are coming back to Seattle in September this year, and we will be there again to enjoy it! We have secured seats on the Blue Jays side of the field this year, and are closer to the infield-no more foul poles! The trip has been booking quickly, but rooms are still available at the Holiday Inn in Marysville, WA. We have roughly one bus worth of seats remaining as of printing, so call us quickly to get yourself a spot on the trip!

Blue Jays vs. Mariners September 19-22, 2016!

ETA Bus Tours Ltd. 529 Wentworth St. Nanaimo, B.C. V9R 3E3 Local (250) 753-3752 Toll Free 1-877-752-3752 BPCPA #30072

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