Butchart Gardens and Victoria Sightseeing Tour from Vancouver
Overview
Victoria, the capital of British Columbia, is located on gorgeous Vancouver Island and is considered one of the world’s most beautiful cities. It is famous for the historic Empress Hotel, the Parliament buildings and beautiful Butchart Gardens. Upon leaving Vancouver, you will take a scenic ferry ride from the Vancouver mainland through the Gulf Islands to Swartz Bay on Vancouver Island. From here, you will have a driving tour to Victoria, and of Victoria’s downtown area featuring the Inner Harbour, The Fairmont Empress Hotel, Mile 0 and the historic Chinatown. There will be free time to explore downtown Victoria at your own pace. Then on to the internationally renowned Butchart Gardens. Today the garden showcases 55 acres of themed garden displays, including a Japanese Garden, Italian Garden and Rose Garden. Wind down your day with the scenic return sailing aboard BC Ferries and then back to where your tour began.
What's Included
- Roundtrip Ferry aboard BC Ferries
- All Fees and Taxes
- Onboard entertainment & commentary throughout
- Admission to the Butchart Gardens
- Mini-coach transportation (Max 24 passengers)
- Experienced, friendly, and fun Driver-Guide
- Food and drinks
- Gratuity
- Hotel Pick up and Drop off
Meeting Location
999 Canada Place
Vancouver, BC V6C 3E1, Canada
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Canada Place
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Tsawwassen
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Gulf Islands National Park Reserve of Canada
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Inner Harbour
3 hours • Admission Ticket Free
Empress Hotel National Historic Site of Canada (pass by)
Legislative Assembly Of British Columbia (pass by)
Government Street (pass by)
Victoria’s Chinatown National Historic Site (pass by)
Fan Tan Alley (pass by)
Royal BC Museum (pass by)
The Butchart Gardens
1 hour 45 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Swartz Bay BC Ferry Terminal
3 hours • Admission Ticket Included
Canada Place
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Guests 16-18 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.
- Anyone 15 or younger must have a parent or guardian travel on the trip with them.
- No booster seats available.
- The tour still operates when it rains and no refunds will be given within the 24 cancellation policy.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 24 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions
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Activity code: C-5736P25
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