Private Tour: Victoria and Butchart Gardens Day Trip
Take a scenic ocean ferry ride to discover the capital of British Columbia on this 12-hour private tour from Vancouver to Victoria. Explore the famous Butchart Gardens, a 55-acre of a vivid floral display, visit the Royal British Columbia Museum, explore the British Columbia Parliament Building in the downtown Victoria area, and so much more. Stop for lunch in the heart of the city, surrounded by water, a fantastic view, and live music. Receive priority entrance to the parks which allows you to skip the long lines. This tour is family and child-friendly.
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Victoria & Butchart Gardens
Enjoy the comfort of a luxury vehicle while you admire the wonderful views of Victoria and Butchart Garden.
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What's included in Private Tour: Victoria and Butchart Gardens Day Trip
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Start this private tour from any Vancouver Downtown hotel early in the morning. The driver will lead the way in a luxury SUV to the ferry terminal for priority boarding on the British Columbia Ferry service. This 90-minute-plus cruise across the Strait of Georgia travels through the breathtaking Gulf Islands. Be sure to keep an eye out for cottages, lighthouses, killer whales, dolphins, seals, and even more marine wildlife during your ferry rides to and from the terminal!
The Butchart Gardens
The first stop is Butchart Gardens to experience over 900 varieties of flowers and plants. On this private tour, explore Victoria at any pace desired. Take your time while wandering the gardens and grab a quick bite to eat at one of the many restaurants nearby.
Victoria
Next, head to downtown Victoria to see the British Columbia Parliament Buildings, the chateau-style Fairmont Empress Hotel, Beacon Hill Park, The Royal British Columbia Museum, Harbor, and more. Enjoy a leisurely lunch downtown at one of the restaurants facing the ocean, then stop for high tea at the Empress.
Inclusions
- GST (Goods and Services Tax)
- Bottled water
- Guaranteed to skip the long lines
- Live commentary on board
- Local, professional and fun guide
- Food and drinks
- Airport pickup/drop off (additional charge for airport pickup/drop off)
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- A minimum of 4 people per booking is required
- Must include hotel information at checkout
- At time of booking, cruise ship passengers (if applicable), must provide the following information at time of booking: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time
- Please allow 30 minutes for pickup (due to traffic)
- A moderate amount of walking is involved, due to uneven surfaces comfortable footwear is advised
- Each traveler is allowed a maximum of 1 suitcase and 1 carry-on bag. Oversized or excessive luggage (e.g. surfboards, golf clubs or bikes) may have certain restrictions, please inquire with the operator prior to travel to confirm if your excess luggage is acceptable
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Pickup and drop-off from Downtown Vancouver only
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Pickup and Dropoff
Choose to be picked up from a list of locations
Please arrive at the pick up point 30 minutes before departure time.
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Hotel/Port pickup and drop-off in Vancouver
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Hotel pickups commence approximately 30 - 60 minutes prior to this time, exact pickup time will be advised on reconfirmation.
