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Posted: Thursday, July 30, 2026

Busy weekend expected

BC Day long weekend is the busiest weekend of the year for ferry travel on the coast. Our major routes between the Lower Mainland and Vancouver Island are expected to be at or near capacity for vehicles during peak times.

Be prepared for sailing waits if a booking has not been made in advance of travel. Depending on when you arrive, there may be limited or no space available for drive-up vehicles. Check Current Conditions before leaving for the terminal for the latest sailing and capacity information, and check Service Notices for operational updates.

If your plans are flexible, consider taking transit and travel as a foot passenger. Walk-on bookings are available on our major routes at no additional cost and are recommended to help secure your preferred sailing. BC Day long weekend travel tips can be found here.

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Flowers blooming in the Butchart Gardens

ACTIVITY

Gray Line Sightseeing Victoria Tours Butchart Gardens Experience

Victoria, BC
Credit: Butchart Gardens

DETAILS

Discover the breathtaking beauty of The Butchart Gardens, a National Historic Site of Canada, with convenient round-trip transportation from downtown Victoria. Relax aboard a fully narrated Gray Line Sightseeing coach tour as you travel through scenic city and countryside landscapes on your way to this world-renowned attraction. 


Highlights:

  • Travel with ease on the most modern coaches on the island
  • Explore 55 acres of vibrant floral displays and beautifully landscaped grounds
  • Visit themed gardens, including the Sunken Garden, Rose Garden, and Japanese Garden
  • Experience the tranquil atmosphere that has captivated visitors for over a century

The Gray Line Victoria Sightseeing Tours Butchart Gardens Experience is available seasonally from May to October, operating seven days a week from May through September and Friday to Sunday in October.

Activity policies

Pickup Location: 721 Government Street, Victoria, BC (in front of the Fairmont Empress Hotel)

Guests should arrive 15-20 minutes prior to departure.

Admission to The Butchart Gardens Included in price. 

Same-day bookings are not available through BC Ferries. Tours must be booked a minimum 24 hours in advance.

AVAILABLE IN  Victoria, BC 

FROM October 1 - October 31

$99.00

+ taxes and fees, per adult

Tour Options

  • Date

Guests

 
 
Welcome sign at the Butchart Gardens in Victoria, BC
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Credit: Tourism Victoria
Flower arch walkway at the Butchart Gardens in the summer
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People walking along the Sunken Gardens during late summer and early autumn at the Butchart Gardens in Victoria British Columbia
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Credit: Courtesy of the Butchart Gardens Ltd
Japanese gardens at the Butchart Gardens in Autumn
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