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Availability
March 2 - December 15, 2023
Trip duration
Min. 2 Days / 1 Night
What's included
Travel, Hotel, Activity
Route
Seattle Victoria Seattle
Modes of travel
Requirements
Passport/EDL Required
Highlights:
SAVE20% or more on round-trip Victoria Clipper fast ferry when booking 2-nights or more in Victoria. Kids 11 and under are half-price adult fare!
A rite of passage in Victoria, the Empress has been serving tea since 1908
Choose from 21 of the finest loose leaf teas available, including the Empress blend, created exclusively for Fairmont Empress by the Metropolitan Tea Company.
About this Trip:
Give yourself the royal treatment with tea at the Fairmont Empress on a Victoria, BC overnight getaway! Stay at one of our hand-picked hotels and cozy up in the Empress’ sophisticated Lobby Lounge and sip on one of 21 of the finest loose leaf teas paired with a three-tiered platter brimming with mouth-watering sandwiches and pastries. A quintessential Victorian tradition, this experience should be at the top of your to-do list!
In the morning, climb aboard our sleek, high-speed Victoria Clipper fast ferry at Pier 69 and enjoy a scenic cruise from downtown Seattle to downtown Victoria, BC. Upon arrival, check into your hotel and make the short stroll to the iconic Fairmont Empress and pop into elegant Lobby Lounge for afternoon tea.
Sip on a cup of delicious tea paired with a lineup of tasty treats. Use the rest of the day to pamper yourself at the hotel’s amazing Willow Stream Spa, explore the stunning Craigdarroch Castle or check out a few of these other gems around the city:
Enjoy a day to further explore the quaint city of Victoria before enjoying a relaxing cruise back to Seattle in the evening. Learn more about the history of Victoria at the Royal BC Museum, say “hello” to the harbor seals at the popular Fisherman’s Wharf or discover a few of our other favorite activities:
Prices vary by season. Prices listed are minimum prices per adult. All applicable taxes included.
• Dress code in effect: Please refrain from wearing hats (except fascinators or fancy tea hats), tank tops, beachwear, athleisure wear, flip flops or bare feet (except for elegant sandals), clothing with explicit or offensive wording or graphics. Guests who arrive in unsuitable attire may be politely declined. • Call 800-888-2535 if you have dietary restrictions. The Empress is happy to accommodate vegan, diabetic and gluten-free Afternoon Tea but any dietary restrictions must be noted at the time of booking. • Children pay 50% of adult fare when booked in conjunction with an overnight package • All prices shown in USD including tax • Gratuity already included • 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
Select one of these great Clipper hotel partners when booking your trip and SAVE on your Clipper ferry! Available hotels may vary while booking, based on travel dates.
"The visit in Victoria was one I’ll never in my life forget… The attractions were astonishing. If I could, I would live there in a heartbeat. Definitely planning on visiting again."
- Rachel June H. Facebook
"The visitor experience in Victoria is amazing, they really have embraced welcoming people. Lots of great restaurants and street performers to enjoy."
- marketcaptain TripAdvisor
"We have taken the Clipper to Victoria numerous times over the years. I love this service, always professional and friendly service."
SAVE20% or more on round-trip Victoria Clipper fast ferry when booking 2-nights or more in Victoria. Kids 11 and under are half-price adult fare!
A rite of passage in Victoria, the Empress has been serving tea since 1908
Choose from 21 of the finest loose leaf teas available, including the Empress blend, created exclusively for Fairmont Empress by the Metropolitan Tea Company.
About this Trip:
Give yourself the royal treatment with tea at the Fairmont Empress on a Victoria, BC overnight getaway! Stay at one of our hand-picked hotels and cozy up in the Empress’ sophisticated Lobby Lounge and sip on one of 21 of the finest loose leaf teas paired with a three-tiered platter brimming with mouth-watering sandwiches and pastries. A quintessential Victorian tradition, this experience should be at the top of your to-do list!
In the morning, climb aboard our sleek, high-speed Victoria Clipper fast ferry at Pier 69 and enjoy a scenic cruise from downtown Seattle to downtown Victoria, BC. Upon arrival, check into your hotel and make the short stroll to the iconic Fairmont Empress and pop into elegant Lobby Lounge for afternoon tea.
Sip on a cup of delicious tea paired with a lineup of tasty treats. Use the rest of the day to pamper yourself at the hotel’s amazing Willow Stream Spa, explore the stunning Craigdarroch Castle or check out a few of these other gems around the city:
Enjoy a day to further explore the quaint city of Victoria before enjoying a relaxing cruise back to Seattle in the evening. Learn more about the history of Victoria at the Royal BC Museum, say “hello” to the harbor seals at the popular Fisherman’s Wharf or discover a few of our other favorite activities:
Prices vary by season. Prices listed are minimum prices per adult. All applicable taxes included.
• Dress code in effect: Please refrain from wearing hats (except fascinators or fancy tea hats), tank tops, beachwear, athleisure wear, flip flops or bare feet (except for elegant sandals), clothing with explicit or offensive wording or graphics. Guests who arrive in unsuitable attire may be politely declined. • Call 800-888-2535 if you have dietary restrictions. The Empress is happy to accommodate vegan, diabetic and gluten-free Afternoon Tea but any dietary restrictions must be noted at the time of booking. • Children pay 50% of adult fare when booked in conjunction with an overnight package • All prices shown in USD including tax • Gratuity already included • 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
2023
Adult
Child (1-11 years)
Now to Jun 30
$ 341
$ 132
Jul 1 to Sep 12
$ 373
$ 137
Sep 13 to Sep 30
$ 324
$ 127
Oct 1 to Oct 31
$ 295
$ 116
Nov 1 to Dec 15
$ 262
$ 104
Clipper Victoria Hotel Partners
Select one of these great Clipper hotel partners when booking your trip and SAVE on your Clipper ferry! Available hotels may vary while booking, based on travel dates.
Clipper offers a variety of handpicked tours and activities to add to your package when booking your trip. List of available tours and activities vary based on travel dates.
"The visit in Victoria was one I’ll never in my life forget… The attractions were astonishing. If I could, I would live there in a heartbeat. Definitely planning on visiting again."
- Rachel June H. Facebook
"The visitor experience in Victoria is amazing, they really have embraced welcoming people. Lots of great restaurants and street performers to enjoy."
- marketcaptain TripAdvisor
"We have taken the Clipper to Victoria numerous times over the years. I love this service, always professional and friendly service."
Call us toll free1-800-888-25357am-7pm PT (Mon-Fri)
7am-12pm (Sat-Sun)
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For guests traveling internationally, please review our ID and Requirements carefully before booking travel.
Includes one-way or round trip travel via the Clipper ferry.
Routes available between Seattle and Victoria
Includes travel to any of our destinations with activities or hotel stay or both.
Enjoy the convenience of booking the entire trip all at once.
Need help planning your trip? Call our Clipper Pacific Northwest travel experts at 800-888-2535 between 7am-7pm PDT (Mon-Fri) | 7am-12pm (Sat-Sun).
Plan Your Trip
Need help planning your trip? Call our Clipper Pacific Northwest travel experts at 800-888-2535 between 7am-7pm PDT (Mon-Fri) | 7am-12pm (Sat-Sun).
Plan Your Trip
Need help planning your trip? Call our Clipper Pacific Northwest travel experts at 800-888-2535 between 7am-7pm PDT (Mon-Fri) | 7am-12pm (Sat-Sun).
Plan Your Trip
Need help planning your trip? Call our Clipper Pacific Northwest travel experts at 800-888-2535 between 7am-7pm PDT (Mon-Fri) | 7am-12pm (Sat-Sun).
Seattle to Victoria Overnight with Tea at the Fairmont Empress
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