"Twenty years from now, you will be more disappointed by the things you did not do than by the things you did do. So, throw off the bowlines. Sail away from the safe harbour. Catch the trade winds in your sails. Explore. Dream. Discover." - Mark Twain
Enjoy a scenic ferry ride through the picturesque Gulf Islands before exploring British Columbia’s Capital City and the world famous Butchart Gardens.
Experience Includes
Pick-up and drop-off from selected downtown Vancouver hotels
Pictureque cruise through the Gulf Islands
Guided tour of Victoria
Admission to Butchart Gardens
Free time to explore Victoria's Inner Harbour
Services of an expert tour guide
Overview
Your day starts with a 90-minute ferry ride through the scenic Gulf Islands as you head to Vancouver Island and the picturesque city of Victoria. Your guided tour will take you to the major sights and attractions including the University of Victoria, Royal Victoria Yacht Club, Beacon Hill Park, Victoria City Tour, Uplands and Oak Bay scenic residential areas and Scenic Beach Drive. And you will have ample time to explore the world-renowned Empress Hotel, British import shops, Parliament buildings, Provincial Museum and the attractions of Inner Harbour. The highlight of your trip is undoubtedly the visit to Butchart Gardens. Here you will discover over 50 acres of blossoms and fragrance linked by spacious lawns, streams and lily ponds.