Discover Victoria & Butchart Gardens Tour - From Vancouver

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Vancouver, Canada

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13 to 14 hours (Approx.)
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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

  • Great discount on optional activities
  • Roundtrip Ferry aboard BC Ferries
  • Deluxe coach transportation
  • Gratuities (Optional)
  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuity
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Vancouver Cruise Pier, 999 Canada Pl, Vancouver, BC V6C 3E1, Canada

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Please meet us at the covered benches, in front of the Vancouver Convention Centre, next to the Flyover Canada Ticket Booth, 15 minutes before departure and meet your Discover Canada Tours guide (wearing bright green). Your guide will be guiding you to the correct bus.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What To Expect

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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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Tsawwassen

A 45 minute drive from downtown Vancouver to the Tsawwassen Ferry Terminal. While we are waiting to get on the ferry, enjoy the little ferry terminal market.
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1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

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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1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Inner Harbour

As you arrive in Victoria’s Inner Harbour, you will visit the top sighting locations. Starting at Mile O, Ogden Point, 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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3 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Victoria (Pass By)

Meet your guide at the bus after your free time and we continue to the famous Butchart Gardens
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The Butchart Gardens

Visit Butchart Gardens: a National Historic Site covering 55 acres and showcasing over 900 species of plants.
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1 hour 45 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Swartz Bay BC Ferry Terminal

Relax as we cruise back to the Mainland this evening, explore the outside decks and views.
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3 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Canada Place

Once we arrive at Tsawwassen Ferry terminal, our coach drives off the ferry and we head back into Vancouver. Arrive back in Vancouver at approx. 9:30 pm
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • 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.

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-5736P25

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