- Join us at Canada Place for an exciting day trip to Victoria where a tour guide and bus await you.
- We leave Vancouver and head south traversing the city and rural farmlands before reaching the Tsawwassen Ferry Terminal, the proceeding point for the BC Ferries.
- Embark on a 90-minute sea journey to Vancouver Island. Around 40 minutes in, we enter the Active Pass and traverse the Southern Gulf Islands, a favorite holiday destination for locals.
- Upon reaching Victoria’s Inner Harbour, we start sightseeing. We’ll visit key locations starting from Mile O, followed by Ogden Point, Fisherman’s Wharf, the Empress Hotel and Historic Chinatown, which features the renowned Fan Tan Alley and shops. Afterwards, enjoy spare time to explore on your own or partake in any of our optional activities. Regardless of your reasons for visiting Victoria today, our guide stands ready to provide top restaurant, brewery, shop and hidden gem recommendations.
- Visit the Butchart Gardens - a National Historic Site sprawled over 55 acres and home to over 900 plant species.
- In the evening we journey back to the Mainland and you get to experience the splendid views from the outer decks of the ferry. If you’re fortunate, you could spot whales from the ferry’s outdoor deck.
- Upon reaching the Tsawwassen Ferry terminal, our coach disembarks from the ferry and we return to Vancouver, arriving around 9:30 pm.
- Roundtrip Ferry aboard BC Ferries
- Deluxe coach transportation
- All fees and/or taxes
- Onboard entertainment & commentary throughout
- Admission to the Butchart Gardens
- Experienced, friendly, and fun Driver-Guide
- Great discount on optional activities
- 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.