Butchart Gardens and Victoria Sightseeing Tour from Vancouver

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From CAD 275

4.80
385 reviews

Overview

Available languages

English

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 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.

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Guests 16-18 years of age may travel on the trip without a parent or guardian but MUST have one present on the departure day to sign the waiver forms held by the tour guide.

Anyone 15 or younger must have a parent or guardian travel on the trip with them.

No booster seats available.

The tour still operates when it rains and no refunds will be given within the 24 cancellation policy.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Great discount on optional activities

Roundtrip Ferry aboard BC Ferries

Deluxe coach transportation

All Fees and Taxes

Onboard entertainment & commentary throughout

Admission to the Butchart Gardens

Experienced, friendly, and fun Driver-Guide

Food and drinks

Gratuity

Options

Summer 2025

Reviews

4.80

385 reviews on TripAdvisor

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  • Very disappointing

    Linn G,

    Oct 12, 2024

    1.00

    First of all, I would give the driver 5 stars! He was wonderful. However, the first day we had the trip scheduled for, that driver never showed up. We stood around in the cold for quite awhile continually being told he was just down the street. Not true. He was ill and they had no driver. Since the 13 hour tour would now clearly be considerably shorter and was fouled up, we opted to take it the next day. We asked Viator to compensate us for our transportion costs to and from the pick up location and they refused. Viator, you should be ashamed of yourselves. We have booked through you numerous times in the past and had planned to again. Maybe not! Horrible customer service! The next day, we went on the 13 hour tour. The weather was not nearly as good and the tour was way to long for what you ultimately experienced. Just not worth it.

  • Perfect day in Victoria !

    emilia c,

    Oct 11, 2024

    5.00

    Wonderful perfectly organized tour ! Ian, our guide was absolutely knowledgeable, friendly and efficient ! Gardens are so beautiful 😍 and the city of Victoria too. We really recommend this tour !

  • Butchart Gardens & Victoria A Great Tour

    Michael T,

    Sep 22, 2024

    5.00

    While The Butchart Gardens were the favorite part of this tour, the whole experience was terrific. We were picked up as promised at Canada Place right on time. Our guide, Shiloh, was very knowledgeable about Vancouver, it's history, the present, and future. As we were driving through the city streets, Shiloh pointed out various building, explaining their importance to the city, etc. We had nice drive south to the Tsawwassen Ferry Terminal, where we took a 1 1/4 hour ride to Victoria Island, then to Victoria BC. We were surprised at how large Victoria was and enjoyed exploring the city. We found a cool place for lunch with adult beverages next to the info center. Butchart Gardens was the highlight - I was a little worried that the gardens might be done since it was the first day of fall, but they were beautiful. The day was long, but exciting. Shiloh kept us informed about every aspect of the trip, from the ferries, driving thru Victoria, and more. He was an excellent guide.

  • Beautiful sites

    Helen F,

    Sep 16, 2024

    5.00

    Our tour guide was funny, friendly and informative and Victoria and the gardens were beautiful, wonderful trip!

  • Good tour

    Peter K,

    Sep 11, 2024

    5.00

    We had a wonderful time.Butchard Gardens is the most beautiful garden we have ever visited and Victoria downtown is nice and interesting.