From Vancouver: Victoria, Butchart Gardens, & Gulf Islands Cruise

4.6(3,213)13 hFree cancellationBy Big Bus Vancouver / Westcoast Sightseeing

About this activity

Discover Victoria and Butchart Gardens from Vancouver on an easy full-day tour with round-trip transportation, BC Ferries tickets, Butchart Gardens admission, and a professional guide included.

Start with pickup from select downtown Vancouver hotels, then travel to Tsawwassen Ferry Terminal for a scenic 90-minute BC Ferries sailing through the Gulf Islands. Enjoy coastal views from the deck and watch for marine wildlife along the way.

On Vancouver Island, visit the world-famous Butchart Gardens, a National Historic Site of Canada with 55 acres of themed gardens, including the Sunken Garden, Japanese Garden, Rose Garden, and Italian Garden.

Continue to Victoria, British Columbia’s capital, for free time to explore the Inner Harbour, Government Street, Chinatown, the Parliament Buildings, and the Fairmont Empress Hotel. An included downloadable Inner Harbour walking tour helps you make the most of your visit before returning by ferry and coach to Vancouver.

What's included

✓Admission to Butchart Gardens with free time
✓Vancouver's most trusted tour operator with 40+ years of experience
✓Guided sightseeing in Vancouver and Victoria
✓Roundtrip BC Ferries cruise
✓Select downtown Vancouver pickup and drop-off
✓Downloadable Inner Harbour walking tour
✓Roundtrip transportation from Vancouver
✓Free time in downtown Victoria
✓Professional driver and guide

Not included

✕Food and drinks
✕Gratuities
✕Luggage transfer
✕Airport drop-off

Meeting and pickup

Guests may redeem voucher at the Welcome Kiosk at Canada Place. Please arrive 30 minutes before departure time.

Good to know

Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Guests may activate ticket in Big Bus app or in person with Big Bus staff
With 40+ years of experience, Westcoast Sightseeing is Vancouver’s most trusted tour operator

Cancellation policy

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

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