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  • Vancouver, Canada

Butchart Gardens and Victoria Tour from Vancouver

  • 14 hours (approx.)

  • Mobile ticket

  • Offered in: English

Victoria, the capital of British Columbia, is located on gorgeous Vancouver Island and is considered one of the world’s most beautiful cities. It is famous for the historic Empress Hotel, the Parliament buildings and beautiful Butchart Gardens. Upon leaving Vancouver, you will take a scenic ferry ride from the Vancouver mainland through the Gulf Islands to Swartz Bay on Vancouver Island. From here, you will have a driving tour to Victoria, and of Victoria’s downtown area featuring the Fisherman’s Wharf, the Inner Harbour, The Fairmont Empress Hotel, Mile 0 and the historic Chinatown. There will be free time to explore downtown Victoria at your own pace. Then on to the internationally renowned Butchart Gardens. Today the garden showcases 55 acres of themed garden displays, including a Japanese Garden, Italian Garden and Rose Garden. Wind down your day with the scenic return sailing aboard BC Ferries and then back to where your tour began.

What to Expect

Shared tour (max 24)
7 stops
14 hrs duration

Stop at: Canada Place

15 min

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 Ferry Terminal

45 min Admission included

We depart Vancouver and drive south through the city and passed farmlands before we arrive at Tsawwassen Ferry Terminal where you will board the BC Ferries.

Stop at: Gulf Islands National Park Reserve of Canada

90 min Admission included

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: Victoria

120 min

As you arrive in Victoria’s Inner Harbour, you will visit the top sighting locations. Starting at Mile O, Ogden Point, Fisherman’s Wharf, 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.

Stop at: Butchart Gardens

90 min Admission included

Visit Butchart Gardens: a National Historic Site covering 55 acres and showcasing over 900 species of plants

Stop at: Swartz Bay BC Ferry Terminal

90 min

Relax as we cruise back to the Mainland this evening, explore the outside decks and views. If you are lucky, you might even see whales from the outside deck of the ferry.

Stop at: Canada Place

60 min

Once we arrive at Tsawwassen Ferry terminal, our coach drives off the ferry and we head back into Vancouver. Arrive in Vancouver at aprox. 9:30 pm

What's Included

INCLUDED
  • Roundtrip Ferry aboard BC Ferries
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Deluxe coach transportation
  • Admission to the Butchart Gardens
  • Experienced, friendly, and fun Driver-Guide
NOT INCLUDED
  • Personal Expenses
  • Gratuity
  • Hotel Pick-up

Meeting And Pickup

Start time:

8:00 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
  • Anyone 16 or younger must have a parent or guardian travel on the trip with them.

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the start time, the amount paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience's local time.
This experience requires good weather. If canceled due to poor weather, you'll be offered a different date or a full refund.
This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If canceled because the minimum isn't met, you'll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

Customer Reviews

Source: Viator and Tripadvisor

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76 total reviews

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Starting from

CA$328.00

per person

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