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Vancouver, Canada
Private Victoria & Butchart Gardens Day Trip from Vancouver
12 hours (approx.)
Pickup offered
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English
Visit Victoria and the world-famous Butchart Gardens on a private day trip from Vancouver, just your group with a local guide. Ferry tickets, Butchart Gardens admission and hotel pickup are included.
Cruise through the Gulf Islands on the BC Ferries crossing, keeping an eye out for orcas, seals and eagles. Then spend time at Butchart Gardens, 55 acres of colourful gardens that change with every season.
Continue to downtown Victoria, British Columbia’s charming capital. See the Inner Harbour, the Parliament Buildings and the historic Fairmont Empress, with free time for lunch, shopping or a stroll along the waterfront. Your guide adapts the day to your group’s interests.
Travel in a comfortable private vehicle, with no driving, parking or ferry lineups to worry about.
What to Expect
Private tour
3stops
12 hrsduration
Stop at:
Tsawwassen Ferry Terminal
120 min Admission included
Start this private tour from any Vancouver Downtown hotel early in the morning. The driver will lead the way in a luxury SUV to the ferry terminal for priority boarding on the British Columbia Ferry service. This 90-minute-plus cruise across the Strait of Georgia travels through the breathtaking Gulf Islands. Be sure to keep an eye out for cottages, lighthouses, killer whales, dolphins, seals, and even more marine wildlife during your ferry rides to and from the terminal!
Stop at:
The Butchart Gardens
240 min Admission included
The first stop is Butchart Gardens to experience over 900 varieties of flowers and plants. On this private tour, explore Victoria at any pace desired. Take your time while wandering the gardens and grab a quick bite to eat at one of the many restaurants nearby.
Stop at:
Victoria
240 min
Next, head to downtown Victoria to see the British Columbia Parliament Buildings, the chateau-style Fairmont Empress Hotel, Beacon Hill Park, The Royal British Columbia Museum, Harbor, and more. Enjoy a leisurely lunch downtown at one of the restaurants facing the ocean, then stop for high tea at the Empress.
What's Included
INCLUDED
GST (Goods and Services Tax)
Bottled water
Guaranteed to skip the long lines
Live commentary on board
Local, professional and fun guide
NOT INCLUDED
Food and drinks
Airport pickup/drop off (additional charge for airport pickup/drop off)
Meeting And Pickup
Pickup Point
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Sheraton Vancouver Wall Centre1000 Burrard Street, Vancouver, Canada, V6Z 2R9
Century Plaza Hotel1015 Burrard St, Vancouver, Canada, V6Z 1Y5
Fairmont Hotel Vancouver900 West Georgia Street, Vancouver, Canada, V6C 2W6
Days Inn by Wyndham Vancouver Downtown921 West Pender Street, Vancouver, Canada, V6C 1M2
Pan Pacific Vancouver999 Canada Pl, #300, Vancouver, Canada, V6C 3B5
Port of Vancouver | Vancouver Fraser Port Authority999 Canada Place, Vancouver, BC, Canada, V6C 3T4
Hotel/Port pickup and drop-off in Vancouver
Start time:
9:00 AM
Additional Info
Specialized infant seats are available
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
A minimum of 4 people per booking is required
Must include hotel information at checkout
At time of booking, cruise ship passengers (if applicable), must provide the following information at time of booking: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time
Please allow 30 minutes for pickup (due to traffic)
A moderate amount of walking is involved, due to uneven surfaces comfortable footwear is advised
Each traveler is allowed a maximum of 1 suitcase and 1 carry-on bag. Oversized or excessive luggage (e.g. surfboards, golf clubs or bikes) may have certain restrictions, please inquire with the operator prior to travel to confirm if your excess luggage is acceptable
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Pickup and drop-off from Downtown Vancouver only
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