Victoria & Butchart Gardens Tour with Gulf Islands Cruise Ferry
Overview
Available languages
13 hours
Mobile ticket
Explore the best of Victoria on this full-day guided tour from Vancouver!
Travel in comfort through the city, then enjoy a scenic 90-minute BC Ferry ride across the Georgia Strait through the Southern Gulf Islands. Discover the stunning Butchart Gardens, a National Historic Site with over 50 acres of vibrant floral displays. Spend two hours exploring themed gardens like the Sunken and Rose Gardens at your leisure.
Then head to downtown Victoria, passing through Canada’s oldest Chinatown and the picturesque Inner Harbour. Enjoy free time to explore historic landmarks like the Empress Hotel or Royal BC Museum, stroll the harbor, or relax at a café. This tour blends natural beauty, cultural sights, and relaxing travel, making it a perfect day trip for visitors to Vancouver.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
English only
Washroom onboard
Luggage storage on board
Pets are not permitted on our tour buses
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
All taxes, fees and handling charges
Driver/guide
Air-conditioned vehicle
Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only)
What To Expect
Vancouver Downtown
Pick up at selected hotels
BC Ferries
Enjoy the beautiful scenery
Options
Royal Victorian Excursion RV1
Full Day driver narrated sightseeing tour to Victoria including BC Ferries; the Butchart Gardens; Victoria orientation tour. A "must-see" while visiting Vancouver.
Reviews
487 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Excellent driver, Dan,...
Louise M,
Jul 19, 2025
- Viator
5.00Excellent driver, Dan, gave interesting remarks and great tips all along the way. Loved Butchart Gardens! Would have enjoyed a little more time in Victoria but still enjoyed our time there. Bus was very clean and comfortable. Enjoyed the Ferry ride as well!
Best yet!!
Patricia S,
Jul 16, 2025
- Viator
5.00This was by far our favorite excursion! Our guide/bus driver, Senen (Irish guide😃) was amazing and gave us so much information about the sites plus great tips! He also is a safe driver and gave clear concise instructions so we knew when to return to the bus! Highly recommend!!
Great trip, saw a lot if...
Bill M,
Jul 14, 2025
- Viator
5.00Great trip, saw a lot if different things, bus driver very good and knowledgeable about the area. I would greet the trip as a very good trip..
Butchart Gardens were...
Janet C,
Jul 14, 2025
- Viator
5.00Butchart Gardens were absolutely gorgeous ! The flowers grow so big and quite a variety! Definitely a must see! The ferry was cool! Victoria is a nice city too. I highly recommend this day long tour!!
Dan was a FANTASTIC tour...
Tracy W,
Jul 13, 2025
- Viator
5.00Dan was a FANTASTIC tour guide. He was very informative and knows how to maneuver that bus like an F1 driver. The price of this tour is WELL WORTH the money. The ferry ride over to Victoria Island was lovely and the Butchart Gardens are truly breathtaking and a must see.
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