Vancouver
This is my shortlist of day trips that pack Victoria and Butchart Gardens into one very long day. Plan on twelve to thirteen hours door to door, ferry crossings included. The sailing through the Gulf Islands is a highlight in its own right, so claim a deck seat.
Discover the beauty of Victoria and Butchart Gardens on this unforgettable tour from Vancouver. Don't miss out on this enchanting experience!
Most Popular★ 4.5“Leslie was an amazing guide. Lots of knowledge about the areas we travelled. Would definitely recommend this trip..”
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2,703 reviews13 hours (approx.)From $228.01by Big Bus Vancouver / Westcoast Sightseeing
Yearning for a day filled with enchanting blooms and captivating landmarks?
★ 4.5“It’s quite a long day, but worth it. Very well organised with an excellent driver who provided lots of information.”
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2,242 reviews13 hours (approx.)From $232.49by Landsea Tours Ltd
Savor the anticipation of a journey from Vancouver to Victoria and Butchart Gardens, where each step holds a promise of enchanting surprises waiting to be unveiled...
★ 4.7“Excellent trip, fantastic guide (maybe not his jokes haha…they weren’t that bad :)”
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1,165 reviews13 hoursFrom $208by Pacific Coach Travel Services LTD
Curious to explore the hidden gems and enchantment of Victoria and Butchart Gardens? Join the 'Discover Victoria & Butchart Gardens Tour - From Vancouver' and unlock the secrets of this captivating journey.
★ 5.0“Our tour guide, Bernie, was very informative and funny. The only bad thing about the trip was the van, I think it needed new shocks. The ride was very bumpy and the van rattled a lot.”
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564 reviews13 to 14 hours (approx.)From $234.78by Discover Canada Tours
Delve into a journey through Vancouver, Victoria, Gulf Islands, and Butchart Gardens, where each destination holds a captivating story waiting to unfold.
★ 4.6“Jessica was such a wonderful tour guide, she was calm and very friendly Told plenty stories throughout the whole trip am glad we got her as our tour guide everything went so smoothly Will definitely recommend booking this!!!!”
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493 reviewsFrom $210
Hear the whispers of hidden treasures and discover the secrets that lie along the Vancouver to Victoria seaplane and ferry route.
★ 4.5“It was quite a long day but thoroughly enjoyed it. Loved the seaplan ride with Harbour Air. They were all very friendly and helpful. Victoria is a beautiful place. Lots to see and do. Plenty of bars, cafes and restaurants. We enjoyed the hop on…”
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354 reviews9 to 11 hours (approx.)From $309.70by Harbour Air Seaplanes
Ferry across to Victoria for a day of enchanting beauty at Butchart Gardens - but that's just the beginning of this unforgettable tour!
★ 4.7“Great trip, Brent our guide was great, with a non stop flow of information. Whole day went well.”
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223 reviews13 hoursFrom $223
Embark on a captivating journey with the Seaplane Flight to Victoria With Ground Transport and Butchart Gardens Admission - where the extraordinary awaits, and the mystery deepens.
★ 4.5“Everything went as planned!! We enjoyed our flight and loved the gardens!! Highly recommend this tour!”
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200 reviews6 to 8 hours (approx.)From $525.47by Harbour Air Seaplanes
Experience the thrill of a Vancouver to Victoria seaplane flight, soaring over iconic landmarks and arriving at Victoria Harbour - but what awaits in the Inner Harbour?
★ 4.5“We did a one way to Victoria rather than taking the bus and ferry route from Vancouver. Saved us hours of time and it was a seamless and amazing experience. Very professional and efficient crew as well.”
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184 reviews35 minutes (approx.)From $292.93by Harbour Air Seaplanes
Uncover the unique charms of western British Columbia as you embark on a scenic Vancouver to Victoria Coach Bus Transfer, promising an unforgettable journey that goes beyond mere transportation.
★ 4.5“Good trip - very smooth with ferry and bus Was a little hard to understand some of what the driver was saying but understood well enough to be where we needed to be .. a very smooth trip”
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175 reviews4 hours (approx.)From $68.41by BC Ferries Connector
Marvel at the wonders of Butchart Gardens and Victoria on this tour, where each moment unfolds like a carefully crafted masterpiece, beckoning you to discover more.
★ 4.7“Fantastic! Recommend adding 1/2 hour to Butchart Gardens and reducing time in Victoria by 1/2 hour.”
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143 reviews14 hoursFrom $227
Climb aboard a seaplane and embark on a captivating journey to Victoria, where a thrilling whale-watching cruise awaits.
★ 4.5“Although it was a rainy day in Vancouver we took off on time and once on the boat the weather was dry. We did see humpback whales, which made our day. I even got to fly in the cockpit passenger seat on the return seaplane…”
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142 reviews7 to 8 hours (approx.)From $546.53by Harbour Air Seaplanes
Fulfill your sense of adventure with a Victoria Day Trip by Seaplane from Vancouver - an unforgettable experience waiting to unfold.
★ 4.7“We had a wonderful experience, the gardens are beautiful, the town buzzing and the most magnificent experience in the seaplane. This was our first time doing this and the views were stunning.”
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124 reviewsFrom $523
Immerse yourself in the beauty of Victoria from above, but what surprises await on the journey back?
★ 4.5“Everything was well organized, you received all the information in a timely manner: When do you need to be where exactly. So the trip went as smooth as we hoped for. Nice seaplane ride to Victoria, there we took Uber to Butcharts garden. You can…”
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117 reviewsFrom $296
Mesmerizing vistas, thrilling seaplane rides, and the chance to witness the majestic orcas of the Salish Sea await on this captivating day trip from Vancouver to Victoria.
★ 4.5“Knowledgeable and friendly guide, saw whales and the plane trip was great.”
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77 reviewsFrom $523
Mountains on one side, ocean on the other; I've never found a city that gets you into both faster.