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Daytrip from Seattle to Victoria BC on the Victoria Clipper

Daytrip from Seattle to Victoria BC on the Victoria Clipper

Activity duration is 11 hours and 45 minutes
9.0 out of 10 with 219 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $300 per adult
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Private & custom tours

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City centre Victoria’s Historical Heart: A Self-Guided Walking Tour

City centre Victoria’s Historical Heart: A Self-Guided Walking Tour

Activity duration is 2 hours
Price is CA $17 per adult
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Water activities

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Victoria, BC: 3-Hour Ultimate Whale & Marine Wildlife Tour

Victoria, BC: 3-Hour Ultimate Whale & Marine Wildlife Tour

Activity duration is 3 hours
9.6 out of 10 with 5 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $171 per adult
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Food, drink & nightlife

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Victoria, BC: 3-Hour Ultimate Whale & Marine Wildlife Tour

Victoria, BC: 3-Hour Ultimate Whale & Marine Wildlife Tour

Activity duration is 3 hours
9.6 out of 10 with 5 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $171 per adult
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Adventure & outdoor

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Victoria: 3-hour City Highlights Tour & Coastal Bike Ride

Victoria: 3-hour City Highlights Tour & Coastal Bike Ride

Activity duration is 3 hours
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $128 per adult
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Popular places to visit

Butchart Gardens which includes a river or creek

Butchart Gardens

Explore the great outdoors at Butchart Gardens, a lovely green space in Brentwood Bay. Wander the area's waterfront or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

Butchart Gardens
Chesterman Beach featuring rugged coastline and general coastal views

Chesterman Beach

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Chesterman Beach during your travels in Tofino? Stroll along the seaside or seek out the surfing spots.

Chesterman Beach
Royal BC Museum featuring interior views

Royal BC Museum

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Royal BC Museum in Victoria. Wander the area's waterfront or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

Royal BC Museum

Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal

Explore the waterfront in Victoria with a trip to Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal. Wander the area's picturesque gardens or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

Victoria Clipper Ferry Terminal

Duke Point Ferry Terminal

Explore the waterfront in Nanaimo with a trip to Duke Point Ferry Terminal. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.

Duke Point Ferry Terminal

University of Victoria

Enjoy the collegiate vibe at University of Victoria during your stay in Victoria. Stroll along the area's waterfront, or simply savor its top-notch restaurants.

University of Victoria

Vancouver Island sightseeing tours & attractions