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Enjoy a full day discovering the best of Vancouver Island with a tour of the city of Victoria followed by a visit to the Butchart Gardens.

Highlights

• Enjoy a scenic round trip coastal ferry ride across the Strait of Georgia
• Take a sightseeing tour of downtown Victoria
• Enjoy some free time to explore downtown Victoria's shops, restaurants, and bars
• Explore the beautiful Butchart Gardens

Description

Discover Victoria, the capital of British Columbia on a guided tour from Vancouver. See the Empress Hotel, the Parliament buildings and beautiful Butchart Gardens. Upon leaving Vancouver, take a scenic ferry ride from the mainland through the Gulf Islands to Swartz Bay on Vancouver Island. From here, you will embark on a driving tour to Victoria. Upon arriving in downtown Victoria, join a driving tour and discover Victoria’s downtown area featuring the the Inner Harbour, The Fairmont Empress Hotel, Mile 0, and historic Chinatown. Enjoy some free time to explore downtown Victoria at your own pace. Next, visit the internationally renowned Butchart Gardens. This National Historic Site began with an exhausted limestone quarry that was transformed into the now picturesque Sunken Garden. Explore 55 acres of themed garden displays, including a Japanese Garden, Italian Garden and Rose Garden. Wind down your day with the scenic return sailing trip aboard BC Ferries, and then back to where your tour began.

Includes

Deluxe mini-coach transportation Roundtrip ferry transportation Experienced and friendly driver-guide Entrance to Butchart Gardens Onboard entertainment & commentary throughout Discount on optional activities All taxes and ferry fees

Important Information

• This tour will take place in rain or shine
• There is a contactless check-in process. Details of the exact check-in process will be given to you on the day of your departure
• Onboard entertainment and commentary is provided throughout the tour
• A discount is available for optional activities
• Taxes and ferry fees are included
• Food, drinks, and gratuities are not included
• Some dates we start at the Butchart Gardens and then make our way to Downtown Victoria

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund