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Vancouver, Canada

Victoria & Butchart Gardens Tour with Ferry from Vancouver

13 hours (approx.)
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

Explore the best of Victoria on this full-day guided tour from Vancouver! Travel in comfort through the city, then enjoy a scenic 90-minute BC Ferry ride across the Georgia Strait through the Southern Gulf Islands. Discover the stunning Butchart Gardens, a National Historic Site with over 50 acres of vibrant floral displays. Spend two hours exploring themed gardens like the Sunken and Rose Gardens at your leisure. Then head to downtown Victoria, passing through Canada’s oldest Chinatown and the picturesque Inner Harbour. Enjoy free time to explore historic landmarks like the Empress Hotel or Royal BC Museum, stroll the harbor, or relax at a café. This tour blends natural beauty, cultural sights, and relaxing travel, making it a perfect day trip for visitors to Vancouver.

What to Expect

Shared tour (max 50)

5 stops

13 hrs duration

Stop at: Vancouver Downtown

30 min

Departure from Downtown Vancouver with pick up at selected hotels.

Stop at: BC Ferries

90 min Admission included

Enjoy the beautiful scenery on a 90-minute ferry ride between Vancouver and Victoria as you sail through the Gulf Islands. Take in the breathtaking coastal views from the outdoor decks and keep an eye out for marine wildlife, including eagles, sea lions, and whales.

Stop at: The Butchart Gardens

120 min Admission included

Explore the world-renowned Butchart Gardens, a National Historic Site of Canada, with two hours of free time. Stroll through the beautifully themed Rose, Japanese, Italian, and Mediterranean Gardens, and marvel at the breathtaking Sunken Garden, the estate's iconic centerpiece.

Stop at: Inner Harbour

90 min

Discover the charm of Victoria with ample free time to explore as you wish. Admire iconic landmarks such as the Parliament Buildings and the Fairmont Empress Hotel, browse the unique boutiques and restaurants along Government Street and in historic Chinatown, or stroll the picturesque Inner Harbour for stunning ocean views.

Stop at: Victoria (Swartz Bay) Ferry Terminal

90 min Admission included

Finish your day with a scenic ferry ride back to Vancouver, where you can relax, enjoy the coastal views, and reflect on a wonderful day of exploring.

What's Included

INCLUDED

Free time to explore historic downtown Victoria
Professional driver-guide with live commentary
Air-conditioned executive motorcoach
Luggage storage
Admission to the world-famous Butchart Gardens
Convenient pickup and drop-off from select downtown Vancouver hotels
Scenic BC Ferries cruise through the Gulf Islands (round trip)
Executive motorcoach transportation with restroom

NOT INCLUDED

Meals

Meeting And Pickup

Meeting Point

Where you'll meet your guide

Holiday Inn & Suites Vancouver Downtown by IHG 1110 Howe St, Vancouver, BC V6Z 1R2, Canada Please wait outside the hotel at 9:10am for your pick up at the Holiday Inn (1110 Howe St, Vancouver, BC V6Z 1R2). Pick up is on Helmcken Street. The coach will not wait for passengers not ready on time at the pick up location.

Sandman Hotel Vancouver Downtown 180 West Georgia Street, Vancouver, BC, Canada, V6B 4P4 Please wait outside the hotel at 8:30am for your pick up at the Sandman Hotel (180 W Georgia St, Vancouver, BC V6B 4P4). The coach will not wait for passengers not ready on time at the pick up location.

Hyatt Regency Vancouver 655 Burrard St, Vancouver, BC V6C 2R7, Canada Please be outside the hotel at the Melville Street Entrance at 8:55am for your pick up at the Hyatt Regency Hotel (655 Burrard St, Vancouver, BC V6C 2R7 – pick up will be at the Melville Street Entrance ). The coach will not wait for passengers not ready on time at the pick up location.

Sutton Place Hotel Vancouver 845 Burrard Street, Vancouver, BC, Canada, V6Z 2K6 Please wait outside at 9:00am for your pick up at the Sutton Place Hotel (845 Burrard St, Vancouver, BC V6C 2R7). The coach will not wait for passengers not ready on time at the pick up location.

Fairmont Waterfront 900 Canada Place, Vancouver, BC, Canada, V6C 3L5 Please be ready at 8:40am for your pick up at the Fairmont Waterfront Hotel (900 Canada Pl, Vancouver, BC V6C 3L5). The pick up location will be on Cordova Street. The coach will not wait for passengers not ready on time at the pick up location.

One of these locations will be your meeting point. Your booking confirmation will have the details.

End Point

Where the tour ends

One of these locations will be where the tour ends. Your booking confirmation will have the details.

Start time:

9:15 AM

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
English only
Pets are not permitted on our tour buses
Foldable Wheelchairs permitted

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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614 total reviews

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Victoria & Butchart Gardens Tour with Ferry from Vancouver