Explore Victoria's highlights on this small-group day trip from Vancouver. Enjoy a 1.5-hour cruise to Vancouver Island and then take a sightseeing coach tour of downtown Victoria, followed by free time to explore at your own pace by foot. Your highlight will surely be world-famous Butchart Gardens, a stunning 55-acre (22-hectare) sprawl of floral gardens and a National Historic Site of Canada.
Highlights
- Day trip to Victoria from Vancouver
- Enjoy a scenic 1.5-hour cruise to Vancouver Island
- Take a sightseeing coach tour of downtown Victoria
- Enjoy free time to explore Victoria at your leisure
- Explore world-famous Butchart Gardens and capture photos of the impressive floral displays
- Hotel pickup and drop-off included
Recent Photos of this Tour
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IMG_6729The Butchart Gardens - one of the world wondersPhoto by: Yelena F06 2012 -
IMG_6706Victoria, the Empress HotelPhoto by: Yelena F06 2012 -
IMG_0268Victoria TownVictoria Town harboPhoto by: EVAAustralia, 07 2011 -
Vicctoria TownVictoria Town Vancouver islandPhoto by: EVAAustralia, 07 2011 -
Victoria HarbourVictoria HarbourPhoto by: Eileen TUSA, 10 2009 -
Butchart GardensBeautiful scenery . . . a must-see, even if you're not into horticulturePhoto by: Lester WTrinidad and Tobago, 06 2009 -
ButchartOur tour party at gardens.Photo by: Charles LNew Zealand, 10 2008 -
Butchart GardensButchart GardensPhoto by: Khang Thuan L05 2013 -
Butchart GardensApril 1 2013Photo by: Diana C04 2013 -
DSCN2614Floral display near the Rose GardenPhoto by: Larry FUSA, 09 2012 -
DSCN2581Ross Fountain in the Sunken GardenPhoto by: Larry FUSA, 09 2012 -
IMG_6756The Butchart GardensPhoto by: Yelena F06 2012 -
IMG_6694VictoriaPhoto by: Yelena F06 2012 -
Butchart GardensBig smiles before exploring the rest of Butchart Gardens!!!Photo by: Catherine G08 2011 -
IMG_0248 Victoria Town ...Street of Victoria TownPhoto by: EVAAustralia, 07 2011 -
Vancouver Island Ferry SunsetThis wonderful sunset was captured on the ferry from Vancouver Island back to the mainland. Is was an amazing sight.Photo by: Kym W09 2010 -
Sunset on the Vancouver FerryAn amazing sunset captured on the ferry ride back from Vancouver Island.Photo by: Kym W09 2010 -
Entrance to the Rose GardenThe fragrance is as enchanting as the scenery.Photo by: Kym W09 2010 -
The Sunken GardenFrom above, this magical garden makes you catch your breath. From ground level, the colors can't help but make you ...Photo by: Kym W09 2010 -
Heliotropium - Cherry Pie ...The Cherry Pie Plant - one of the many beautiful flowers at the Butchart GardensPhoto by: Kym W09 2010 -
Useful Information
Victoria Waterfront
Your tour begins with pickup from your Vancouver hotel for a scenic, relaxing 1.5-hour cruise to Vancouver Island. Upon arrival, take a scenic drive south by comfortable coach through exclusive residential areas and parks to downtown Victoria.
You'll be given a comprehensive overview of Victoria and will then have about 3 hours of free time to explore on your own by foot. Top landmarks include the Royal British Columbia Museum, Miniture World, the Bug Zoo and the IMAX Museum.
The highlight of your tour will surely be world-famous Butchart Gardens. A National Historic Site of Canada, this 55-acre (22-hectare) sprawl of floral gardens offers endless stunning views. During your 1.5 hours of free time, stroll down the winding walkways and capture photos of this impressive landscape.
You'll be taken back to your Vancouver hotel after your tour.
Vancouver City Snapshots Tour May 3 to Sept 29th (free with purchase of this day trip)
Your
guide will take you to Stanley Park for amazing panoramic views of
downtown Vancouver. Visit English Bay, Chinatown and Gastown, and choose
to enjoy a leisurely stroll on Granville Island. Please check
Additional Information for information on how to book.
Reviewed by Louis P, May 2013
This trip was definitely a success because our guide Sheryl was so great. She described places and many stories about the people behind the scenes. Sheryl looked out for us and we all enjoyed her company during the trip. Was helpful in telling us what time to meet and where and was there in plenty of time. Just a great guide. Because she had too many passengers on board to take all home, she lined up Lee? to relieve part of the crowd so we could get back to our hotels not so late. It was a rainy night. The day was cloudy but comfortable and just right for seeing the gardens. Sheryl was great.!!!!
Reviewed by Cathie N, March 2013
Had a lovely day visiting the beautiful Butchart gardens and Victoria with the ever obliging Brent (our driver) who gave us plenty of information and plenty of time time see everything. The ferry trip was also lovely. It helped that the weather was magnificent the whole day. I just wish I had been there a few weeks later ( perhaps April/May) when the blossom trees would have been out. As it was it was still beautiful with promise of colour to come
