Butchart Gardens and Victoria Tour from Vancouver
Overview
Victoria, the capital of British Columbia, is located on gorgeous Vancouver Island and is considered one of the world’s most beautiful cities. It is famous for the historic Empress Hotel, the Parliament buildings and beautiful Butchart Gardens. Upon leaving Vancouver, you will take a scenic ferry ride from the Vancouver mainland through the Gulf Islands to Swartz Bay on Vancouver Island. From here, you will have a driving tour to Victoria, and of Victoria’s downtown area featuring the Fisherman’s Wharf, the Inner Harbour, The Fairmont Empress Hotel, Mile 0 and the historic Chinatown. There will be free time to explore downtown Victoria at your own pace. Then on to the internationally renowned Butchart Gardens. Today the garden showcases 55 acres of themed garden displays, including a Japanese Garden, Italian Garden and Rose Garden. Wind down your day with the scenic return sailing aboard BC Ferries and then back to where your tour began.
What's Included
- Roundtrip Ferry aboard BC Ferries
- All Fees and Taxes
- Deluxe coach transportation
- Admission to the Butchart Gardens
- Experienced, friendly, and fun Driver-Guide
- Personal Expenses
- Gratuity
- Hotel Pick-up
Meeting Location
999 Canada Place
Vancouver, BC V6C 3E1, Canada
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Canada Place
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Tsawwassen Ferry Terminal
45 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Gulf Islands National Park Reserve of Canada
1 hour 30 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Victoria
2 hours Admission Ticket Free
Butchart Gardens
1 hour 30 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Swartz Bay BC Ferry Terminal
1 hour 30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Canada Place
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Anyone 16 or younger must have a parent or guardian travel on the trip with them.
- Guests 17-18 years of age may travel on the trip without a parent or guardian but MUST have one present on the departure day to sign the waiver forms held by the tour guide.
- No booster seats available
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 24 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (9)
Q: Will I get seasick on Butchart Gardens and Victoria Tour from Vancouver?
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Frequently Asked Questions (9)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.
Feb 2023- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (MST).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Roundtrip Ferry aboard BC Ferries.
- All Fees and Taxes.
- Deluxe coach transportation.
- Admission to the Butchart Gardens.
- Experienced, friendly, and fun Driver-Guide.
- Personal Expenses.
- Gratuity.
- Hotel Pick-up.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Butchart Gardens and Victoria Tour from Vancouver is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Butchart Gardens and Victoria Tour from Vancouver will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Roundtrip Ferry aboard BC Ferries
- All Fees and Taxes
- Deluxe coach transportation
- Admission to the Butchart Gardens
- Experienced, friendly, and fun Driver-Guide
- Personal Expenses
- Gratuity
- Hotel Pick-up
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Anyone 16 or younger must have a parent or guardian travel on the trip with them.
- Guests 17-18 years of age may travel on the trip without a parent or guardian but MUST have one present on the departure day to sign the waiver forms held by the tour guide.
- No booster seats available
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 24 travelers
