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Experience an exhilarating day tour in Victoria filled with captivating activities. Begin your day by boarding a luxury car to take you to the Tsawwassen ferry terminal. While on board the ferry, stroll around the deck and admire the stunning views of the ocean while keeping an eye out for orcas, seals, and other marine life.
The first stop on tour will be the Butchart Gardens, a 55-acre oasis of greenery and vibrant blooms that will leave you in awe. The garden boasts several attractions, including a sunken garden, a world-renowned rose garden, and a high tea restaurant.
Next, enjoy a scenic coastal drive towards the heart of Victoria, passing by notable landmarks such as the University of Victoria, Oak Bay, the Uplands, Beacon Hill Park, and Downtown Victoria. Get a glimpse of the BC Parliament Building, Empress Hotel, Chinatown, and Craigdarroch Castle {open only four days a week}. Take a break for lunch or a snack at your own pace.
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Specialized infant seats are available
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Private transportation
Bottled water
Air-conditioned vehicle
Ferry Admission Tickets
Snaps and Photo Stopped Allowed
All Personal Expense
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The terminal has several amenities for travellers, including a food court, gift shop, and a children's play area. There is also a large parking lot available for vehicles and bike racks for cyclists. The terminal is easily accessible by car or public transit, with frequent bus service connecting it to Vancouver and other nearby communities. BC Ferries operates several routes from Tsawwassen Ferry Terminal, including service to Victoria, Nanaimo, and the Southern Gulf Islands. The terminal is open year-round, with the schedule varying depending on the season and demand. If you are planning to travel from Tsawwassen Ferry Terminal, booking your ferry reservation in advance is recommended, especially during peak travel times.
The Butchart Gardens
The Butchart Gardens is a group of floral display gardens in Brentwood Bay, British Columbia, Canada, located near Victoria on Vancouver Island. Come enjoy the breathtaking 22 ha (55 acres) of gardens year around. In Spring, countless tulips, daffodils and hyacinths will give you a buffet of .colours..
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8 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Joye R,
Sep 5, 2025
- Viator
Private day tour to Victoria was amazing. Our tour guide Anthony was absolutely spectacular. He was super knowledgeable and a lot of fun. His instructions were very clear and we felt completely at ease all day. The ferry ride was fun. Butchart Gardens were beyond beautiful. Downtown Victoria was great for shopping with lots of time allotted. Cannot say enough great things about Anthony. He absolutely made the tour.
Tracy W,
Aug 28, 2025
- Viator
Our day trip to Victoria Island from downtown Vancouver was so fun and seamless! Stefan our driver was timely, pleasant, so well read and such a wonderful personality. We were able to see Victoria Island, Craigdarroch Castle, fishermans wharf, Butchart Gardens., plus multiple drive by spots. Logistics were planned and executed to ensure the most of the tour. It was a long day time wise but never felt like it. Highly recommend this tour worth the cost. Actually for all that we did on the tour a great value.
David S,
Oct 8, 2024
- Viator
We had a great day! Shannon was very knowledgeable and an excellent tour guide. She made the trip fun and was very flexible with the schedule of places to visit. We highly recommend this trip and Shannon.
EDMUND P,
Sep 27, 2024
- Viator
Our tour guide, Shannon, did an outstanding job on our private tour, starting with timely pickup to ensure we make the ferry on schedule, talking about the neighborhood of Vancouver since she was born and raised here, knowing the side streets to minimize traffic and how wonderful Vancouver and Victoria are. We really enjoyed the ferry ride and we able to see a couple of whales, then to Victoria where we truly enjoyed the Butchert Gardens and the Inner Harbor.
Howard L,
Aug 20, 2024
- Viator
Very nice trip to Vancouver Island and Victoria. The Butchsrt Gardens are amazing! Shanon was a driver and was great! Took everywhere we wanted to go.
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