Discover Victoria’s charm with a scenic ferry ride, historic landmarks, and the stunning Butchart Gardens. Explore at your own pace.
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Canada Place - Please meet us at Canada Place for a fun-filled daytrip to Victoria. Your bus and tour guide will be waiting for you.
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Tsawwassen Ferry Terminal - 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.
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Gulf Islands National Park Reserve of Canada - 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.
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Victoria - 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.
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Butchart Gardens - Visit Butchart Gardens: a National Historic Site covering 55 acres and showcasing over 900 species of plants
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Swartz Bay BC Ferry Terminal - 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.
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Canada Place - 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
- Roundtrip Ferry aboard BC Ferries
- Deluxe coach transportation
- All fees and/or taxes
- Admission to the Butchart Gardens
- Experienced, friendly, and fun Driver-Guide
- Personal Expenses
- Gratuity
- Hotel Pick-up
Victoria, British Columbia’s capital, is situated on the breathtaking Vancouver Island and is recognized as one of the most picturesque cities globally. It is renowned for its iconic Empress Hotel, Parliament buildings, and the mesmerizing Butchart Gardens. The journey from Vancouver involves a scenic ferry trip from the Vancouver mainland, traversing the Gulf Islands to Swartz Bay on Vancouver Island. From here, a guided road journey to Victoria and through the city center is arranged, including visits to the Fisherman’s Wharf, the Inner Harbour, The Fairmont Empress Hotel, Mile 0 and the historic Chinatown. Some leisure time to discover downtown Victoria independently is also provided. The trip then proceeds to the world-famous Butchart Gardens, exhibiting 55 acres of various garden themes, such as a Japanese Garden, Italian Garden, and Rose Garden. The day concludes with the picturesque return sail on BC Ferries, and finally, the return to your tour’s starting point.
- Anyone 16 or younger must have a parent or guardian travel on the trip with them.
- Guests 17-18 years of age may travel on the trip without a parent or guardian but MUST have one present on the departure day to sign the waiver forms held by the tour guide.
- No booster seats available
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
