Christmas guided tour of Victoria and the Butchart Gardens
Do this because
- Take in the British Columbia coastline with a ferry ride to the city of Victoria and watch out for the marine wildlife you may encounter on the way
- Get into the holiday mood with a Magic of Christmas experience at the Butchart Gardens
- View the light displays in downtown Victoria as you wander around and take photos of the Christmas adorned Victoria Parliament Building and the Fairmont Empress Hotel
What to expect
View the British Columbia coastline by land and ship, as the tour makes its way to Vancouver Island to visit the city of Victoria and Butchart Gardens. With a short ride to Tsawwassen terminal, take a 90-minute sail through the scenic beauty of the Gulf Islands. Get some fresh air and watch out for marine wildlife from the outdoor ship deck, just make sure to bundle up.
Once you arrive at Swartz Bay terminal on Vancouver Island, you'll continue through the countryside to Victoria, the provincial capital city of British Columbia. Here you will be given a short introduction to the area where you will have some free time to explore the unique shops and cafes of Government Street and Chinatown.
Stroll along the Inner Harbour for ocean views and take photos of the Victoria Parliament Building and the Fairmont Empress Hotel, both decorated for the Christmas season.
Travel to the enchanting botanical paradise of Butchart Gardens and the Magic of Christmas. Wander through a series of themed gardens, to view and experience the Christmas light displays, holiday wreaths, carolers, ice skating and more.
Important to know
- Service animals are allowed however their certified paperwork is required. No emotional support animals with no supporting paperwork will be accepted
- Only foldable wheelchairs are accepted. Scooters or motorized wheelchairs are not permitted as there are no lift buses
- There are no refunds for no shows, missed departures or unused services
- Duration of tours may vary due to weather, traffic, road maintenance, and size of the group. Sometimes our tours may run a little longer than displayed due to guest enjoyment
- Infants under three years old have free admission and require a ticket, please select their free ticket at checkout
- Please wear comfortable walking shoes and dress appropriately for the weather depending on the season. Check the weather prior to your arrival into Vancouver. Bring an umbrella or rain jacket just in case of inclement weather
What’s included
Guided tour
Pick up and drop off
Butchart Gardens admission fees
Ferry fees
What’s not included
Meals
Driver gratuities (optional)
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours before the experience begins.
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Pickup points
To see which pickup points are available, check under availability & prices.
Provider
Gray Line Westcoast Sightseeing
Need a hand?
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Opening hours: Our team is available from 10.00 to 18.00 CET
Phone number: +44 121 468 3145
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