Vancouver Trip 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 Fisherman’s Wharf, 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.
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Duration: 13 to 14 hours
Starts: Vancouver, Canada
Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Cultural Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
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 Fisherman’s Wharf, 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.
Itinerary
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Stop At: Canada Place Building 780-999 Canada Pl, Vancouver, British Columbia V6C 3C1 Canada
Please meet us at Canada Place for a fun-filled daytrip to Victoria.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Tsawwassen, 1 Ferry Causeway, Delta, BC V4M 4G6, Canada
Enjoy a scenic coastal ferry ride across the Strait of Georgia and through the Gulf Islands as we make our way to Vancouver Island.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Stop At: Gulf Islands National Park Reserve of Canada, 2220 Harbour Rd, Sidney, British Columbia V8L 2P6 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 hour 30 minutes
Stop At: Victoria, Victoria, Victoria Capital Regional District, Vancouver Island, British Columbia
As you arrive in Victoria’s Inner Harbour, you will visit the top sighting locations. Starting at Mile O, Ogden Point, Fisherman’s Wharf, 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: 2 hours
Stop At: The Butchart Gardens, 800 Benvenuto Ave Brentwood Bay, Central Saanich, British Columbia V8M 1J8 Canada
Visit Butchart Gardens: a National Historic Site covering 55 acres and showcasing over 900 species of plants.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Stop At: Swartz Bay Ferry Terminal, Swartz Bay, BC V8L 5J4, Canada
Relax as we cruise back to the Mainland this evening, explore the outside decks and views.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Stop At: Canada Place Building 780-999 Canada Pl, Vancouver, British Columbia V6C 3C1 Canada
Once we arrive at Tsawwassen Ferry terminal, our coach drives off the ferry and we head back into Vancouver.
Duration: 15 minutes
