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.
Inclusions & Exclusions
✔ Great discount on optional activities
✔ 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
✖ Food and drinks
✖ Gratuity
Departure & Return
Departure:
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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.
Return: End right where it started.
Itinerary
1
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.
Duration: 15 minutes
2
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.
Duration: 1.5 hours
3
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.
Duration: 1.5 hours
4
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.
Duration: 3 hours
5
Victoria
Meet your guide at the bus after your free time and we continue to the famous Butchart Gardens
6
The Butchart Gardens
Visit Butchart Gardens: a National Historic Site covering 55 acres and showcasing over 900 species of plants.
Duration: 1.75 hours
7
Relax as we cruise back to the Mainland this evening, explore the outside decks and views.
Duration: 3 hours
8
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
Duration: 15 minutes
Additional info
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• 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.
