The most delicious & easiest Way to Explore Salt Spring Island!
Hop on our small-group shuttle and sip, savour, and explore the island’s most loved artisan stops at your own pace. No driving, no stress, just great food, drink, and scenery.
Full day Artisan Trail Tour from just $55 per adult, $35 per child!
SALT SPRING’S #1 ARTISAN TRAIL EXPERIENCE – ONLY 20 SPOTS PER DEPARTURE!
Our small-group Hop on Hop off "Artisan Trail" Tour is the perfect way to explore, sip and savour your way through some of the best local artisans & attractions on the Island!
Hundreds of 5 star reviews!
Visit 6 iconic Artisan stops in one scenic loop — no car needed!
Starting in the heart of Ganges Village, we head out of town and off the beaten path on a spectacularly scenic 28km loop trail that winds its way through forested roads and seaside scenery, with epic stops at:
- Salt Spring Island Cheese & Goat Farm
- Sacred Mountain Lavender Farm
- Salt Spring Brewing Co.
- Garry Oaks Estate Winery
- Ciderworks & Salt Spring Apple Co.
- Ganges Village & Public Market
April - September
Friday - Saturday - Sunday
Departure Times: 10:00am, 11:00am, 12:00pm
**Limited to just 20 spots per departure**
Adult (13+ yrs) Starting at: $55.00 CDN
Child (2-12 yrs): $35.00 CDN
"Along the trail expect to discover delicious locally made food & libations such as fresh pastries, charcuterie, goat cheese, pizza, chutneys & spreads, gelato, craft beer, organic cider and estate wines!"
• This is a "must-do" experience for anyone visiting Salt Spring Island! •
CHECK OUT OUR STOPS
Tour Departs from Salt Spring Visitor Info Centre
START HERE
Ganges Village Visitor Info Centre
121 Lower Ganges Rd, BC, Canada
Easily accessible in the heart of Ganges Village,
right by the harbour, shops, cafés, and the Public Market.
Salt Spring Island Cheese
Goat Cheese • Gelato • Baby Goats • Artisan Pizza • Cheese Cake
Salt Spring Island Cheese is a must-stop on the Artisan Trail and a true taste of what makes the island special.
- Sample a wide range of handcrafted artisan cheeses with house-made jams, chutneys, and preserves
- Explore the farm on a self-guided walk and visit the goat barn
- Watch the cheese-making and packaging process through viewing windows
- Enjoy the courtyard café with artisan pizza, fresh salads, and cheesecake made with their own cheese
- Cool off with gelato made from the same goat milk used in their cheeses
Come hungry, take your time, and savour one of Salt Spring Island’s most iconic food experiences.
Sacred Mountain Lavender Farm*
60 Lavender Varieties • Essential Oil Distillation • Lavender Tea
Sacred Mountain Lavender is a seasonal highlight on the Artisan Trail, offering a peaceful, sensory-rich experience set against the slopes of Mount Tuam.
- Over 60 varieties of organically grown lavender
- 2.5 acres of lavender fields blooming *late June through early September
- Self-guided farm walk through demonstration and harvest areas
- Behind-the-scenes look at propagation, drying, and essential oil distillation
- Farm shop featuring plants, spa products, and culinary treats
- Cool off with a lavender fruitsicle or tea
Take a deep breath, slow your pace, and soak in one of Salt Spring Island’s most calming and colourful stops.
Salt Spring Brewing Co.
• Small-Batch • Spring Water Brewed • Forest Patio
Tucked into a forested hillside, Salt Spring Brewing Co. is a relaxed, nature-forward stop where great beer meets West Coast scenery.
- Small-batch craft beer brewed with mountain spring water
- Fresh, unpasteurized beer with no preservatives
- Locally sourced ingredients whenever possible
- Rotating taps including fan favourites and seasonal releases
- Forest-side patio perfect for unwinding between tastings
Sip slowly, breathe in the forest air, and enjoy one of the island’s most iconic craft beer experiences.
Garry Oaks Estate Winery
Estate Grown Grapes • Vineyard Valley View • Heritage Farm
Overlooking the Burgoyne Valley, Garry Oaks Estate Winery blends beautiful scenery with estate-grown, award-winning wines.
- Wines grown and bottled entirely on-site
- Sustainably farmed seven-acre estate vineyard
- Historic farm setting with pond, mini labyrinth, and Garry oak trees
- Charming tasting room showcasing awards and oak barrels
- Scenic property walks and comfortable Adirondack seating
Whether you’re strolling the grounds or relaxing with a glass, this stop invites you to linger and savour the view.
Ciderworks &
Salt Spring Apple Co.
Heritage Apples • Orchard-To-Glass • No Added Sugar • Apple Fritters
Ciderworks is a must-visit stop where orchard views, rare apples, and thoughtfully crafted cider come together.
- Organic orchard home to over 425 heritage and connoisseur apple varieties
- Small-batch cider made with minimal intervention and no added sugar
- Ciderworks building overlooking a sloping hillside orchard
- Focus on apples traditionally used for cider-making
- Ocean views, cider tastings, and seasonal treats like apple fritters
From orchard to glass, this stop offers a true taste of Salt Spring’s apple-growing legacy.
Ganges Village & Market
The heart of island life.
Ganges Village is the perfect place to begin and end your Artisan Trail tour, offering harbour views, local shops, and a lively community atmosphere.
- Waterfront strolls along Ganges Harbour
- Saturday Public Market from April to October in Centennial Park
- Local artists, makers, and handcrafted goods
- Fresh produce, baked goods, and island-made foods
- Cafés, galleries, and easy access to shops and services
Take your time, explore at your own pace, and enjoy the creative spirit that makes Ganges the heart of Salt Spring Island.
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We respectfully acknowledge that our place of work is within the ancestral, unsurrendered, and unceded lands of the Coast Salish First Nations Peoples. These include the Quw’utsun Tribes (Cowichan), Spune’luxutth (Penelakut), BOḰEĆEN (Paquachin), MÁLEXEȽ (Malahat), SȾÁUTW̱ (Tsawout), W̱JOȽEȽP (Tsartlip) and W̱SIḴEM (Tseycum) nations.
We here at Salt Spring Hop On Hop Off are grateful to the ancestral land keepers of this beautiful island we are fortunate enough to call home. We acknowledge and respect the historical relationships of First Nations People to the land, culture, and spirit of this island that is still thriving here today.
