Cowichan valley in 3 Days

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Fuel For The Sole

What you’ll do

Discover the charm of the Cowichan Valley on a three-day adventure through Vancouver Island’s southern gem.

Famous for its world-class wineries, this fertile valley offers wine lovers a taste of some of British Columbia’s finest. The beauty of these wineries is responsible for us moving to the valley 😊

Stroll through charming seaside towns like Cowichan Bay and Chemainus, known for their artsy vibes and colorful murals.

Explore large freshwater lakes perfect for paddling or cooling off after a day of mountain biking on the region’s scenic trails.

Immerse yourself in local culture by visiting bustling markets and indulging in farm-to-table dining at amazing local restaurants.

Cowichan Valley is the ultimate blend of relaxation, adventure, and culinary delights!

Disclaimer: Our Vancouver Island travel guide offers packed, detailed itineraries designed to help you make the most of your time exploring this beautiful and diverse region. Vancouver Island is vast, with countless sights to see and experiences to enjoy, so there is plenty of ground to cover. While our itineraries provide a full and exciting schedule, we encourage you to tailor your trip to fit your preferences.

Please keep in mind that driving distances between destinations can vary significantly. We recommend doing some research to understand the travel times between locations and planning your route accordingly. Our itineraries are meant to inspire your journey, allowing you the flexibility to make your trip as short, long, busy, or relaxed as you like.

Happy exploring!

The Cowichan Valley is one of our favourite regions on Vancouver Island. We made it our home, after all :)

Staying in Cowichan Bay is a great choice as it is a central location to explore the whole valley from.

And the town itself is absolutely adorable with great bakeries, restaurants and shops. And keep your eyes open for the migratory sea lions!

True Grain - Cowichan Bay

Cozy artisan bakery with premium treats

Category

Bakery

Est. Price

Direction

798 m (0.5 mi)

1 min

Cowichan Bay

Charming waterfront community on Vancouver Island

Category

Sightseeing

Direction

25.2 km (15.7 mi)

29 min

Stoney Hill Regional Park

Scenic nature walk with amazing views!

Category

Park

Direction

30 km (18.6 mi)

34 min

Cowichan Valley is a truly incredible area and has so much to offer. But perhaps what makes it most famous is it's wineries. The Cowichan Valley is becoming more and more well known for being an excellent wine region and it's wineries are impressive! A trip to the valley is not complete without a winery tour (even if you don't like wine!).

We have listed some of our favourites here. We would suggest planning to tour two or three of them for a great experience.

*Notes:

Rocky Creek and Zanatta have no food options. Blue Grouse, Enrico and Averill Creek serve small appetizers and charcuterie boards. Cherry Point is the only winery within our recommendations that has a full restaurant (bistro open Thursday - Sunday, 11:30am - 3pm - Reservations Recommended) so plan your tour accordingly.
Many wineries are only open seasonally and have limited hours (most commonly open 11 am to 5/6 pm).