Canadian Ferry Crossings: 8 to Book

1.Victoria & Butchart Gardens Tour with Ferry from Vancouver

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,703 reviews · 13 hours (approx.) · from $228Our pick

Travel from downtown Vancouver to Victoria by coach and BC Ferries, with a 90-minute sailing through the Gulf Islands, two hours at Butchart Gardens, and two hours to explore Victoria. Guides such as Anthony, Bobby, Leslie, and Alex provide local stories and clear timing. Hotel pickup, garden admission, and transport are included.

“It is a lengthy excursion, but necessary due to ferry and bus ride to the gardens. Might have liked another 1/2 hr in Victoria.”

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2.Vancouver to Victoria Seaplane Adventure & Return via Bus & Ferry

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 354 reviews · 9 to 11 hours (approx.) · from $309

Take a 35-minute Harbour Air seaplane from Canada Place to Victoria, then spend several hours exploring the Inner Harbour, Chinatown, shops, cafés, and nearby sights on your own. Return by BC Ferries Connector coach and ferry, arriving downtown Vancouver around 7:40 PM. Bring photo ID and pack light.

“Float plane - We had lovely weather & saw everything clearly as we flew across to the Island. A great Experience.”

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3.Victoria Bites and Sights Walking + Ferry (winter Sat, Sun)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 242 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $63Top rated

Spend about 2.5 hours with a local English-speaking guide such as Gary, Fish, Julie, Rebecca, Roberto, or Michael, walking through Victoria’s Chinatown, Bastion Square, Market Square, and the Inner Harbour. Expect small bites, drink samples, a short harbour water-taxi ride, and plenty of city history in a group capped at 11 people.

“We thoroughly enjoyed our Bites and Sites tour of Victoria, B.C. Our guide, Gary was very knowledgeable about the history of the area and he was so interesting and our tour was so fun-filled that it left us wanting more! So much so that my husband and I are already making plans to return to your beautiful city! We thoroughly enjoyed hearing about the history of Victoria and the delectable bites that we tasted during our tour! Thank you, Gary!”

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4.Victoria Seaplane Tour with Return Bus and Ferry

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 146 reviews · from $297

Fly 35 minutes from Vancouver Harbour to Victoria’s Inner Harbour, with views of Stanley Park, Lions Gate Bridge, Burrard Inlet, and the Gulf Islands. Spend several hours exploring Victoria independently, then return by coach and BC Ferries through Active Pass. The trip costs $297 and usually takes a full day.

“What a fantastic experience, definitely would recommend. Sea plane was wonderful! Long day coming back on the ferry but the two sorts of transportation gave different views and made the day. All ticketing etc very efficient.”

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5.Victoria Bites and Sights Tour with Food, Drinks and Ferry

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 114 reviews · 2h 30m · from $62

Start by the Empress with an English-speaking guide such as Gary, Fish, or Julie, then cross the harbour by ferry to Chinatown. Walk through old lanes, stop for a cocktail, craft beer, local bites, chocolate, and Canadian food, while hearing lively stories about Victoria’s past. Expect steady walking and a small-group feel.

“We loved this tour! Very informative and yet easy going. Met some awesome people😊”

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6.Granville Island Ferry Hop-On Hop-Off Day Pass

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 97 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $16Best value

Use a mobile day pass on False Creek Ferries to hop between nine Vancouver docks, including Granville Island, the Maritime Museum, Yaletown, Science World, and the Aquatic Centre. Boats arrive every five to 15 minutes, and operators often add local stories about the waterway. Admissions, food, and hotel transport are not included.

“There was little, if any wait time. The ride was smooth and the captains did a great job. We loved seeing the various buildings, boats, and sights in the area by boat.”

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7.One-Way High-Speed Passenger Ferry: Victoria, BC to Seattle, WA

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 76 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $136

Take the Victoria Clipper from Victoria’s Inner Harbour to Seattle’s Pier 69 in about three hours. Choose Economy or upgrade to Comfort or Vista Class, watch the Gulf Islands and Puget Sound pass by, and buy food, drinks, or duty-free goods onboard. Bring one small carry-on, and have the right border documents ready.

“Since my wife uses a walker, we were very happy with the pre boarding and predisembarkation that were provided. The staff was excellent.”

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8.North Vancouver Walking tour with Local Tastings and Ferry ride

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 58 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $108

You’ll cross by Seabus from downtown Vancouver, then walk North Vancouver’s Lonsdale Quay and Shipyards District with a local guide. Expect six food tastings, three alcoholic drinks, waterfront views, and stories about shipbuilding. Guides such as Rachel, Kelsey, Kate, and Anna have led past tours.

“Kelsey had a wealth of information about the various architectural and historical features during our walk. We highly recommend Kelsey!!!!!!!! Lots of delicious food!!!!!!!!!!”

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