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Butchart Gardens and Victoria Sightseeing Tour from Vancouver
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Mobile ticket
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Offered in: English
What to Expect
Stop at: Canada Place
Please meet us at Canada Place for a fun-filled daytrip to Victoria. Your bus and tour guide will be waiting for you.
Stop at: Tsawwassen
A 45 minute drive from downtown Vancouver to the Tsawwassen Ferry Terminal. While we are waiting to get on the ferry, enjoy the little ferry terminal market.
Stop at: Gulf Islands National Park Reserve of Canada
Enjoy a 90-minute "cruise" to Vancouver Island. After about 40 minutes, the ferry enters Active Pass and you will cruise through the Southern Gulf Islands, a popular vacation spot for locals.
Stop at: Inner Harbour
As you arrive in Victoria’s Inner Harbour, you will visit the top sighting locations. Starting at Mile O, Ogden Point, Empress Hotel and Historic Chinatown, including the famous Fan Tan Alley and shops. Later, enjoy free time to explore on your own or book one of our optional activities. Whatever your purpose for exploring Victoria today, our guide is ready to assist you with suggestions on the best restaurants, top breweries, shops and hidden gems.
Pass by: Empress Hotel National Historic Site of Canada
During your free time, visit the beautiful Empress Hotel.
Pass by: Fisherman's Wharf
Visit Fisherman's Wharf and enjoy some Fish & Chips
Pass by: Legislative Assembly Of British Columbia
While visiting Victoria, you can not miss out on the opportunity to take a photo of the famous Legislative Assembly of British Columbia
Pass by: Government Street
Visit Victoria's most famous street and shop some souvenirs in one of the many gift stores.
Pass by: Victoria’s Chinatown National Historic Site
Visit Canada's oldest Chinatown which is characterized by narrow, winding streets and lots of little shops and restaurants.
Pass by: Fan Tan Alley
While in Chinatown, visit Fan Tan Alley. The Alley is known for being the narrowest commercial street in North America.
Pass by: Royal BC Museum
Meet your guide at the bus after your free time and we continue to the famous Butchart Gardens
Stop at: The Butchart Gardens
Visit Butchart Gardens: a National Historic Site covering 55 acres and showcasing over 900 species of plants.
Stop at: Swartz Bay BC Ferry Terminal
Relax as we cruise back to the Mainland this evening, explore the outside decks and views.
Stop at: Canada Place
Once we arrive at Tsawwassen Ferry terminal, our coach drives off the ferry and we head back into Vancouver. Arrive back in Vancouver at approx. 9:30 pm
What's Included
- Roundtrip Ferry aboard BC Ferries
- All Fees and Taxes
- Onboard entertainment & commentary throughout
- Admission to the Butchart Gardens
- Mini-coach transportation (Max 24 passengers)
- Experienced, friendly, and fun Driver-Guide
- Food and drinks
- Gratuity
- Hotel Pick up and Drop off
Meeting And Pickup
Meeting Point
Where you'll meet your guide
Please meet us at the covered benches, in front of the Vancouver Convention Centre, next to the Flyover Canada Ticket Booth, 15 minutes before departure and meet your Discover Canada Tours guide (wearing bright green). Your guide will be guiding you to the correct bus.
End Point
Where the tour ends
This experience ends at the starting point.
Start time:
7:00 AM
Additional Info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Guests 16-18 years of age may travel on the trip without a parent or guardian but MUST have one present on the departure day to sign the waiver forms held by the tour guide.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
Customer Reviews
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