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  • Vancouver, Canada

Private Victoria & Butchart Gardens-Ferry Included, Hotel Pickup

  • 12 hours (approx.)

  • Pickup offered

  • Mobile ticket

  • Offered in: English

The ultimate Vancouver Island day trip — just your group, no strangers. Start with a scenic ocean ferry ride from Vancouver to Victoria, then spend 12 hours exploring British Columbia's most beautiful destinations in a private luxury vehicle. Visit the world-famous Butchart Gardens — 55 acres of breathtaking floral displays — with priority entrance so you skip the long lines. Explore the Royal BC Museum, the iconic Parliament Buildings, and Victoria's charming Inner Harbour waterfront. Stop for lunch in the heart of the city surrounded by water and live music. Includes hotel pickup and drop-off in Vancouver, ferry tickets, and a knowledgeable private guide throughout. Family and kid-friendly.

What to Expect

Private tour
3 stops
12 hrs duration

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

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

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 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

4.4

7 total reviews

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