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  • Vancouver, Canada

From Vancouver: Victoria, Butchart Gardens, & Gulf Islands Cruise

  • 13 hours (approx.)

  • Mobile ticket

  • Offered in: English

Discover Victoria and Butchart Gardens from Vancouver on an easy full-day tour with round-trip transportation, BC Ferries tickets, Butchart Gardens admission, and a professional guide included. Start with pickup from select downtown Vancouver hotels, then travel to Tsawwassen Ferry Terminal for a scenic 90-minute BC Ferries sailing through the Gulf Islands. Enjoy coastal views from the deck and watch for marine wildlife along the way. On Vancouver Island, visit the world-famous Butchart Gardens, a National Historic Site of Canada with 55 acres of themed gardens, including the Sunken Garden, Japanese Garden, Rose Garden, and Italian Garden. Continue to Victoria, British Columbia’s capital, for free time to explore the Inner Harbour, Government Street, Chinatown, the Parliament Buildings, and the Fairmont Empress Hotel. An included downloadable Inner Harbour walking tour helps you make the most of your visit before returning by ferry and coach to Vancouver.

What to Expect

Shared tour (max 75)
4 stops
6 places
13 hrs duration

Pass by: Vancouver Downtown

Departure from downtown Vancouver to Tsawwassen Ferry Terminal to board BC Ferries. Included is all transportation by coach.

Stop at: BC Ferries

90 min Admission included

Enjoy a 90-minute ferry ride between Vancouver and Victoria. Sail through the serene beauty of the Gulf Islands. Marine wildlife sightings from the outdoor ship decks are common, especially eagles, sea lions and whales.

Stop at: The Butchart Gardens

120 min Admission included

Arrive at Swartz Bay terminal on Vancouver Island and continue to the enchanting botanical paradise of Butchart Gardens. Wander through a series of themed gardens, highlighted by the massive Sunken Garden and dancing fountain. The gardens have been designated a National Historic Site of Canada.

Stop at: Inner Harbour

120 min

Spend 2.5 hours in Victoria seeing the architectural wonders, including the iconic Parliament Buildings and the waterfront Fairmont Empress Hotel. Visit the unique shops and cafes of Government Street and Chinatown. Stroll along the Inner Harbour for prime ocean views and enjoy some free time to take in this culturally significant city. We allow ample free time in Victoria to explore.

Stop at: Victoria (Swartz Bay) Ferry Terminal

90 min Admission included

Later in the afternoon, return to Vancouver onboard BC Ferries once again.

Pass by: Vancouver Downtown

Return to downtown Vancouver (or surrounding area) this evening.

What's Included

INCLUDED
  • Admission to Butchart Gardens with free time
  • Vancouver's most trusted tour operator with 40+ years of experience
  • Guided sightseeing in Vancouver and Victoria
  • Roundtrip BC Ferries cruise
  • Select downtown Vancouver pickup and drop-off
  • Downloadable Inner Harbour walking tour
  • Roundtrip transportation from Vancouver
  • Free time in downtown Victoria
  • Professional driver and guide
NOT INCLUDED
  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities
  • Luggage transfer
  • Airport drop-off

Meeting And Pickup

Pickup Point

Select a pickup point

Hotel pick-up is available from most downtown Vancouver hotels. If your hotel is not listed, please select the closest available location. Please be ready at your selected pick-up point at least 30 minutes before the scheduled tour departure time. Late arrivals may not be allowed to join the tour and will not receive a refund Luggage transfer services and drop-offs at Vancouver International Airport are not included in this tour.

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End Point

Where the tour ends

This experience ends at the starting point.

Start time:

8:20 AM

Additional Info

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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

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3201 total reviews

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