Welcome to the Discover Garden Tour of Victoria, and Vancouver, British Columbia! Join us on a journey through some of the most breathtaking gardens in the world, where you can immerse yourself in the stunning beauty of nature and experience the unique cultural diversity that Vancouver has to offer. From serene botanical gardens to vibrant urban parks, this tour will captivate your senses and leave you with unforgettable memories. Get ready to explore Vancouver's iconic gardens and let us show you the true beauty of British Columbia!
A $1,000 deposit per person is required to hold your reservation. The deposit is due no later than August 11th, with final payment due no later than August 26, 2023.
This tour will require a minimum number of 15 tour participants to establish viability.
!Do not arrange airfare until you have been notified via email that the tour is fully viable!
Changes to the itinerary may be necessary due to weather, availability, or other factors beyond our control. Participants must be able to endure moderate physical activity (daily activities may include 2-4 hours of walking and 3-4 hours of bus rides) and should be in overall good health!
For more information on this, or any of our other tours, please leave a message for Ray at 816-842-7500 or send him an email at ray@discoverourtours.com
3 nights accommodations in Victoria, 2 nights in Vancouver - 4 Star+ hotels
Round trip porterage, 1 piece per guest
Private shuttle from and to Vancouver Airport (YVR). Full size motor coach for all sightseeing and transfers
Welcome Dinner the night of arrival
Return ferry from Vancouver and Victoria
Experienced, fun and friendly driver/guide
5 Breakfasts, 4 Lunches, 5 Dinners as indicated on The Itinerary
All visits and activities indicated on The Itinerary
Entrance fees stated in the itinerary
All Canadian taxes and fees
No airfare to or from destination city
Personal items, souvenirs, etc.
Alcoholic beverages, additional snacks and drinks
Tips for Guide and Activity providers
If applicable at time of tour
Tour Extensions are available. Please contact Discover Garden Tours directly for more details. contact@discoverourtours.com
Tuesday, September 12th
Meals Included - Welcome Dinner
Lodging - Fairmont Empress Hotel
Wednesday, September 13th
● Breakfast at the Fairmont Empress Hotel
● Meet at the hotel lobby to travel to the Butterfly Gardens.
● After lunch we will visit Butchart Gardens
● Enjoy the rest of the afternoon to explore the gardens.
● Dinner in Victoria
Meals Included - Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Lodging - Fairmont Empress Hotel
Thursday, September 14th
● Breakfast at the Fairmont Empress Hotel
● Enjoy a visit to the Abkhazi Gardens. Created by Prince and Princess Abkhazi
● Visit the Hatley Park Gardens
● Drive to Esquimalt lagoon for a walk along the spit
● Return to downtown Victoria and enjoy the evening exploring the local shops
Meals Included - Breakfast , Lunch, Dinner
Lodging - Fairmont Empress Hotel
Friday, September 15th
● Breakfast at Fairmont Empress Hotel
● Check out from Fairmont Empress Hotel
● Transfer to Swartz bay terminal to catch the 10 o'clock ferry back to Vancouver
● Drive to downtown Vancouver to explore Stanley Park
● Visit Dr. Sun Yat Sen classical Chinese Garden
● Check intoFairmont Waterfront Hotel and enjoy the evening exploring Vancouver.
Meals Included - Breakfast , Lunch, Dinner
Lodging - Fairmont Waterfront Hotel
Saturday, September 16th
● Breakfast at Fairmont Waterfront Hotel
● Start the day with a visit to the University of British Columbia Botanical
Gardens, and The Nitobe Gardens
● Visit The Bloedel Conservatory at Queen Elizabeth Park
● Visit The Van Dusen Gardens
● Farewell Dinner
● Enjoy the evening exploring downtown Vancouver
Meals Included - Breakfast , Lunch, Dinner
Lodging - Fairmont Waterfront Hotel
Sunday, September 17th
● Breakfast at Fairmont Waterfront Hotel
● Check out of Fairmont Waterfront Hotel
● Transfer to Vancouver International Airport (YVR) for your flight home
● Or begin your Optional Tour Extension - See Discover Garden Tours for details.
Meals Included - Breakfast
