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Ride a 90-minute ferry through the Southern Gulf Islands, explore two hours at Butchart Gardens, then spend free time in Victoria’s Inner Harbour and Chinatown. This full-day tour from Vancouver blends scenic travel with cultural and botanical highlights.
Ride a 90-minute ferry through the Southern Gulf Islands, explore two hours at Butchart Gardens, then spend free time in Victoria’s Inner Harbour and Chinatown. This full-day tour from Vancouver blends scenic travel with cultural and botanical highlights.
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Morning air off the Georgia Strait cools the bus as it moves west toward Departure Bay, then the ferry trims its wake through the Southern Gulf Islands — cedar-scented bluffs and rocky islets daring you to look up from the rail.
easy.
13 hours.
Suitable for most travelers with basic mobility; involves standing on a ferry and walking on paved/gravel paths for short periods.
No — the ferry and tour operate within Canada; a government-issued photo ID is recommended for hotel pickups and general travel.
The scheduled crossing is about 90 minutes and includes scenic passages through the Southern Gulf Islands.
Yes — the tour notes that infants and small children can use strollers, but expect some walking and ferry movement.
The operator may cancel for safety; check the cancellation policy for refunds if weather forces changes, and dress in layers for coastal conditions.
Butchart Gardens grew from a repurposed limestone quarry in the early 20th century and was later designated a National Historic Site for its landscape architecture.
Gardens and local operators emphasize water-wise planting and responsible visitor behavior; stick to paths to protect plantings and nesting birds.
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