Victoria and Butchart Gardens Tour
Victoria and Butchart Gardens Tour
Explore British Columbia’s coast by land and sea on this Victoria and Butchart Gardens tour from Vancouver.
Tour overview
Victoria and Butchart Gardens tour from Vancouver, this tour allows you to explore British Columbia’s coastline by land and sea. Board your ferry and enjoy a scenic journey through the Gulf Islands. Watch the seas for whales and sea lions, and keep an eye out for eagles from the deck. The botanical Butchart Gardens have trickling fountains, themed flowerbeds, and underground gardens. Explore colorful areas of Victoria at your leisure, such as Chinatown and the Inner Harbour, and take up the city vibe.
- On a journey from Vancouver, go to Victoria, the capital of British Colombia.
- Cross the Gulf Islands via ferry to Vancouver Island.
- Butchart Gardens admission is included.
- Enjoy complimentary hotel or port pickup and drop-off in downtown Vancouver.
Tour itinerary
Vancouver Downtown (Pass By)
Depart from downtown Vancouver for the Tsawwassen Ferry Terminal, where you will board BC Ferries.
BC Ferries
Take a 90-minute boat voyage from Vancouver to Victoria. Sail around the Gulf Islands’ tranquil beauty. Marine wildlife sightings, particularly eagles, sea lions, and whales, are common from outdoor ship decks.
The Butchart Gardens
Arrive at Vancouver Island’s Swartz Bay dock and continue to the stunning floral sanctuary of Butchart Gardens. Explore a collection of themed gardens, including the huge Sunken Garden and dancing fountain. The gardens have been classified as a Canadian National Historic Site.
Inner Harbour
The majestic Parliament Buildings and the waterfront Fairmont Empress Hotel are just two of Victoria’s architectural marvels. Visit the one-of-a-kind stores and eateries on Government Street and Chinatown. Stroll around the Inner Harbour for spectacular ocean views, and spend some time exploring this culturally significant city.
Swartz Bay (Victoria) Terminal
Return to Vancouver on the BC Ferries later this afternoon.
Vancouver Downtown (Pass By)
This evening, return to downtown Vancouver (or the nearby region).
Includes:
- Driver/guide.
- On-board commentary is available in real-time.
- Hotel pickup and drop-off at most downtown Vancouver hotels.
Excludes:
- Gratuities
- Food and beverage
Testimonials
Tour highlights
- You must cancel at least 24 hours before the start time of the activity to get a complete refund.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the start time of the experience, you will not be reimbursed.
- Any modifications made less than 24 hours before the start time of the experience will not be allowed.
- The cut-off times are determined by the experience's local time.
- This experience is weather dependent. If it is canceled due to inclement weather, you will be given an alternate date or a full refund.
- This experience needs a minimum number of participants. If the minimum is not fulfilled, you will be offered a new date/experience or a full refund.
Important details
Point of convergence:
You can either walk to the meeting spot or seek a ride.
Canada Place is located at 999 Canada Pl, Vancouver, BC, V6C 3E1, Canada.
Before you go, be aware of the following:
- When you book, you will receive confirmation.
- Wheelchair access is not available.
- Close to public transit.
- Infants must sit on their parent's lap.
- The majority of passengers are able to participate.
- Gray Line Westcoast Sightseeing will ONLY take up passengers from 999 Canada Place Way (Welcome Kiosk) and the Sandman Hotel in Georgia in 2021.
- Gray Line Westcoast Sightseeing must be contacted by 5 p.m. the night before departure to confirm the pick-up location and time.
- There will be a maximum of 30 people on this tour/activity.