Seattle to Victoria Day Trip With The Butchart Gardens Historical Tour

Seattle to Victoria Day Trip With The Butchart Gardens Historical Tour

FROM $583 per person including tax
Additional pricing info
Call to Book: 800-888-2535

Availability

Now - October 31, 2026

Trip duration

1 Day
What's included
Travel, Activity

Route

Seattle→ Victoria→ Seattle

Requirements

Passport/EDL Required

Travel from Seattle to Victoria for a deeper look at the history behind The Butchart Gardens. This special guided experience is currently only offered through FRS Clipper, combining round-trip Victoria Clipper ferry travel, transportation to the Gardens, admission, and a privately guided exploration of its remarkable past.

Highlights

  • Discover how Jennie Butchart transformed a former limestone quarry into one of the world’s most celebrated gardens.
  • Explore the garden spaces with an expert while learning about the vision, craftsmanship and imagination behind their creation.
  • This special guided experience is currently offered through FRS Clipper as part of this day trip package.
  • Includes round-trip Victoria Clipper fast ferry travel from Seattle, motorcoach transportation from the FRS Clipper Victoria terminal, admission to The Butchart Gardens and the Guided Historical Tour.
  • Returns you to downtown Victoria before your afternoon ferry back to Seattle.

About This Trip

Go beyond a traditional visit to The Butchart Gardens with a guided journey through its history. Begin with a scenic cruise from downtown Seattle aboard the Victoria Clipper, followed by motorcoach transportation directly from the FRS Clipper Victoria terminal to the world-renowned gardens.

Led by an expert, the Guided Historical Tour brings Jennie Butchart’s story to life, from her transformation of a mined-out limestone quarry to her tradition of welcoming guests into the gardens she created. Explore the distinctive garden spaces while gaining a deeper appreciation for the people, creativity and dedication that continue to shape this iconic destination.

Book Now

Complete the form below with your preferred travel dates and contact information, and an FRS Clipper travel expert will contact you to help confirm availability and book your trip.

Prefer to speak with someone now? Call 800-888-2535.

Submitting this form does not create or hold a reservation. An FRS Clipper travel expert will contact you to confirm availability, pricing, and booking details.

Have more time? SAVE on your Victoria Clipper fast ferry when booking our Seattle to Victoria Overnight with The Butchart Gardens!

Need some travel inspiration? Check out our Ultimate Guide to The Butchart Gardens.

Itinerary & Map

NOTE:  Times may vary by season. Below reflects a sample itinerary for the previous season.

8:00 AM Depart Pier 69 in Seattle – Climb aboard the Victoria Clipper fast ferry at Pier 69 for a quick and scenic  2-hour and 45-minute cruise through the Salish Sea to the heart of downtown Victoria.

11:50 AM Depart Victoria Terminal on Motorcoach – Hop on a motorcoach for a scenic narrated 45-minute drive to The Butchart Gardens.

12:25 PM Arrive at The Butchart Gardens – Explore the stunning 55-acre oasis of The Butchart Gardens, with its vibrant array of plants and flowers. While you’re here, consider reserving a spot for the Dining Room restaurant’s award-winning Afternoon Tea service, available as an additional experience.

2:30 PM Depart The Butchart Gardens (NOTE:  Jun 15 – Sep 15, this is a 3:00PM bus departure time) – Enjoy a motorcoach ride back to Victoria’s downtown core.

3:05 PM Arrive Back in Downtown Victoria – You’ll be dropped off back in front of The Fairmont Empress hotel on the Inner Harbour.

5:00 PM Depart Victoria – Hop back on the Victoria Clipper fast ferry for your scenic journey back to Seattle.

7:45 PM Arrive at Pier 69 in Seattle – Disembark the ferry and enjoy the rest of your evening on the Seattle waterfront!

Terms & Conditions

Prices vary by season. Prices listed are minimum prices per adult. All applicable taxes included.

• Includes all applicable taxes
• All prices shown in USD including tax
• Best available rates based on 7-day minimum advance purchase
• Rates may be higher per segment of travel for Saturday departures from Seattle and Sunday departures from Victoria
• A fuel surcharge, port and security fee may be added to all Victoria / Seattle fares
• Passport, Passport Card or EDL required when crossing an international border
• Restrictions apply, subject to change

Pricing starting from...

Now to Sep 8
$583
Sep 9 to Sep 30
$573
Oct 1 to Oct 30
$556

Trusted by Over 2,800 Happy Travelers on TripAdvisor

"We had an excellent time! We took the 7 am tour to Victoria and purchased the combo pack that took us to the Butchart Gardens… I highly recommend this tour!"

Daniela R. TripAdvisor

"The easy way to visit Butchart Gardens without driving!"

RealRoadWarrior, San Clemente, CA TripAdvisor

"We love gardens around the world. Butchart Gardens is one of our favorites, but getting there can be inconvenient by car. We take the Clipper to Victoria and avoid the hassle."

RealRoadWarrior, San Clemente, CA TripAdvisor