Victoria BC Ferry Mile Zero 1 Day City Tour from Vancouver

From$188
12 hours
Vancouver, Canada

About this activity

Experience a full-day adventure from Vancouver to Victoria, including a scenic ferry ride, guided city tour, and free time to explore Victoria's attractions.

Highlights

  • Scenic ferry ride across the Strait of Georgia
  • Guided tour of Victoria's historic Inner Harbour
  • Visit to the Royal BC Museum
  • Stroll through Butchart Gardens
  • Explore the charming streets of Old Town Victoria

Full description

Set sail from Vancouver on a scenic ferry ride across the Strait of Georgia to Victoria, the capital city of British Columbia. Upon arrival, embark on a guided city tour showcasing Victoria's historic Inner Harbour, the Royal BC Museum, and the charming streets of Old Town. Enjoy free time to explore local shops, dine at waterfront restaurants, or visit Butchart Gardens, renowned for its stunning floral displays. This day trip offers a perfect blend of guided exploration and personal leisure, ensuring a memorable experience in Victoria.

Included / Excluded

  • Round-trip ferry transportation from Vancouver to Victoria
  • Guided city tour of Victoria's landmarks
  • Free time to explore Victoria's attractions
  • Meals and beverages

Meeting point

Start Location

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Important information

Know before you book

  • Confirm ferry departure times and tour schedule upon booking.
  • Be aware that the tour operates rain or shine; plan accordingly.
  • Note that meals and beverages are not included; plan to dine in Victoria.

Know before you go

  • Wear comfortable walking shoes for the city tour and optional garden visit.
  • Bring a camera to capture the picturesque landscapes and historic sites.
  • Check the weather forecast and dress accordingly for the ferry ride and outdoor activities.

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 1 days before the activity starts

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Accessibility

  • Stroller Accessible
  • Easy Public Transport
  • Infants Required On Laps

Good to know

  • Age and Safety: Customers under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Pregnant women may join if under 24 weeks by the trip's end.
  • Booking Details: Ensure all booking details (name, contact, flight info) are accurate. Errors will result in personal costs.
  • Tickets and Charges: City Passes and personal attraction tickets are not accepted. Attraction prices may change, and tickets are non-refundable.
  • Itinerary Changes:Tour operator reserves the right to adjust the itinerary for smooth operations.
  • Tour Adjustments:The tour guide may alter schedules based on weather, traffic, or other conditions.
  • Closed Attractions: If a scenic spot is closed, an alternative will be provided.
  • Booster Seats: For state law, Children under the age of 6 require a booster seat in order to participate in the tour group. Please understand that the violations and fines are borne by the guests themselves. There is no need for a booster seat for bus travel on the day of travel.
  • Health Requirements: Guests with disabilities must provide advance notice. Wheelchair-accessible buses are not guaranteed without prior approval.
  • Terms and Conditions: Terms and conditions may change—check the product website for updates.
  • Leaving the Group: If leaving the group early, inform the tour guide and sign a departure form. No refunds for unused portions.
  • Gifts and Refunds: Gifts provided during the tour may change due to unforeseen factors like weather. Fees will not be refunded for changes.
  • The price in the system is US dollars including tax. If you need to pay in CAD dollars, all CAD dollar prices do not include 5% GST.

Traveler reviews

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Nice visit to Victoria

Ryan was a good and knowledgeable tour guide. He made the day seem fun. The butchart gardens were magnificent

Paul_JSep 7, 2026VIATOR

Tour Conducted in Chinese Language! Not enough time to see sites

The tour was in Mandarin Chinese! I don't speak Chinese. No where in the website did I see that the tour was being conducted in Chinese. I booked the tour on an English language website. Luckily the tour guide was very nice and did his best to make my friend and I and the other English speaking couple understand what we were to see and where to meet back up to the bus. Obviously I would have preferred an English speaking tour. We only had 90 minutes to see the BC Parliament Building, Harbour and Empress Hotel and eat lunch. Really needed at least 2 hours. 2 1/2 hours would have been been better . Butchart Gardens We only had 90 minutes to see and again 2 hours should be the minimum. We had to really hustle to see all of it in the time allowed.

sallytT4647ARAug 21, 2026TRIPADVISOR

CHINESE ONLY NO ENGLISH

This guided tour was advertised as an English speaking tour. Everyone was Asian speaking. The tour was conducted in Chinese ONLY. Guide spoke a little broken English. We really were mislead!

J wJul 20, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Ryan was awesome!

Ryan did a fantastic job! Very knowledgeable and nice. 10/10 would recommend

D2438WBpatrickbMay 23, 2026TRIPADVISOR

I didn't get full color

It's nice the garden but I visited in early spring time it still looked like winter, there was a lot of color that maybe other species could adapt while the garden really is as seen in the photos

azaliaag909Apr 4, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Additional information

Age and Safety: Customers under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Pregnant women may join if under 24 weeks by the trip's end. Booking Details: Ensure all booking details (name, contact, flight info) are accurate. Errors will result in personal costs. Tickets and Charges: City Passes and personal attraction tickets are not accepted. Attraction prices may change, and tickets are non-refundable. Itinerary Changes:Tour operator reserves the right to adjust the itinerary for smooth operations. Tour Adjustments:The tour guide may alter schedules based on weather, traffic, or other conditions. Closed Attractions: If a scenic spot is closed, an alternative will be provided. COVID-19 may affect attraction hours and capacity. Booster Seats: For state law, Children under the age of 6 require a booster seat in order to participate in the tour group. Please understand that the violations and fines are borne by the guests themselves. There is no need for a booster seat for bus travel on the day of travel. Health Requirements: Guests with disabilities must provide advance notice. Wheelchair-accessible buses are not guaranteed without prior approval. Terms and Conditions: Terms and conditions may change—check the product website for updates. Leaving the Group: If leaving the group early, inform the tour guide and sign a departure form. No refunds for unused portions. Gifts and Refunds: Gifts provided during the tour may change due to unforeseen factors like weather. Fees will not be refunded for changes. The price in the system is US dollars including tax. If you need to pay in CAD dollars, all CAD dollar prices do not include 5% GST.