Victoria and Butchart Gardens Day Trip from Vancouver

This full-day trip from Vancouver to Vancouver Island begins in the morning. Meet at a central departure point in Vancouver, or request hotel pickup. After seamlessly transferring by shuttle to the ferry port, you’ll hop aboard and set sail. Head onto the deck to soak up views of the Gulf Islands, look out for wildlife like eagles and whales, and otherwise immerse yourself in British Columbia’s spectacular scenery over the 90-minute journey. Upon arrival at Swartz Bay terminal, travel by comfortable vehicle with your guide to Butchart Gardens: One of the most popular attractions on the island. With included admission, you’ll skip any lines and head right into the National Historic Site. Have enough time to admire the scenery, and learn stories about the landmark that you wouldn’t encounter on your own. Next, transfer to Victoria: the capital of British Columbia. You’ll have two hours to stroll its Inner Harbour, see vibrant neighborhoods like Chinatown, stop for a bite, and more—the itinerary is up to you, so see what interests you most. Finally, embark on a late-afternoon ferry back to Vancouver, with transit back to your start point. There, the tour ends.