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Please ask for the Mullen/Wilson block of rooms. Also, remember that the quoted rate will be in Canadian dollars.

Victoria, BC, Canada has its own airport that you can fly into. Most of you will need to have a connection between the two. A popular option is to fly into Seattle and then over to Victoria

Flying into Victoria

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View the spectacular British Columbia coastline by land and ship. The colorful and impeccably maintained Butchart Gardens is your first stop en route to the city of Victoria for leisure time.
Board a BC Ferries vessel for a 90-minute sail through the serene beauty of the Gulf Islands to Victoria. Marine wildlife sightings from the outdoor ship decks are common—especially eagles, sea lions, and even whales.
Arrive at Schwartz Bay Ferry Terminal on Vancouver Island and continue to the enchanting botanical paradise of Butchart Gardens. The gardens provide an array of colors for much of the year. During the summer, special lighting subtly illuminates them, often accompanied by musical entertainment on the Concert Lawn. Also, take time to enjoy the massive Sunken Garden, complete with its dancing fountain.
The city of Victoria boasts many impressive architectural wonders, including the iconic Parliament Buildings and the waterfront hotel, The Fairmont Empress. See these landmarks as you drive the scenic route into the city and arrive at the Inner Harbour, boasting prime ocean views. Your guide tells you about the city's history and attractions, such as the Royal BC Museum, before you disembark the bus for some free time. Visit the unique shops and artisan cafés of Government Street and Chinatown.
Relax with the wind in your hair and reflect on your exciting day in scenic Victoria on a ferry ride back to Vancouver.

Victoria City Tour & Butchart Gardens Visit

Discover killer whales, along with humpback, gray, and minke whales swimming in the waters surrounding Victoria. Get a close view of seals, sea lions, elephant seals, bald eagles, and other wildlife in their native habitats.
Your boat is custom designed for close marine mammal viewing with the safety of passengers and marine life the top priority. The hydrophone onboard gives you the opportunity to listen to the whales communicating in the water.
The naturalist on board your vessel has a special relationship with the magical landscape and marine life that call the area home. Eager to share their knowledge and love of Vancouver Island with you, feel free to ask questions at any point during the tour.
Be on the lookout for harbor seals, river otters, and sea lions as well as stunning bald eagles. You are cruising some of the world’s most breathtaking scenery, such as Haro Strait, Race Rocks Ecological Reserve, and the San Juan Islands. Everywhere you turn, there is a spectacular photo opportunity not to be missed.

Whale Watching Tour via Zodiac or Motor Yacht

Journey through the famous sites of Victoria and admire views of the famous Empress Hotel, the Inner Harbour, Beacon Hill Park, the Parliament Buildings, and the Royal London Wax Museum.
Begin your journey with breathtaking views of the majestic Empress Hotel, overlooking the Inner Harbour and its classic tall ships and sleek sailing vessels. As you enter Beacon Hill Park, fragrant flowers and delightful duck ponds surround you.
Continue on to the Dallas Road waterfront, passing Mile Zero of the Trans-Canada Highway, and take in the splendor of the Olympic Mountains and the Strait of Juan de Fuca. The rest of your carriage ride is through the oldest neighborhood in Victoria with an impressive variety of well-maintained historic homes and gardens.
Your tour finishes back in the Inner Harbour by the Parliament Buildings and the Royal London Wax Museum.

Royal Horse-Drawn Carriage Tour

Join a walking tour to sip craft beers at some of the best brewpubs in the city. With your charming guide, try local ales and sample delicious pub fare during a relaxed and informative stroll through downtown's historic neighborhoods with a maximum group of 12 people.
Your culinary adventure starts with a visit to Hawk &amp; Hen Restaurant. Watch the action along the historic Yates Street as you enjoy one flavorful, craft beer paired with a fresh tomato salad.
Next, make your way to the Drake Eatery. With over 25 rotating tap beers, get the chance to sample 2 beers accompanied by a scrumptious mushroom crostini. Following, take a stroll through Market Square, once the location of North America's largest opium manufacturer.
Then, stop into Swan's Hotel and Brewpub to taste a beer from their award-winning brew master. To top off your walking tour, stop at Canoe Brewpub and sip on their thirst quenching beer and savor a polenta-crusted cheese bite. Conclude your experience as you grab a seat to admire the gorgeous harbor views along the inner harbor.

Craft Beer & Culinary Tour

Get an introduction to the lands and people of Canada's Pacific coast at the Royal British Columbia Museum, one of the country's great cultural treasures. Explore the fascinating collection of exhibits within to learn about the natural and human history of the Northwest and beyond.
Founded in 1886, the museum has collected artifacts, documents, and specimens of British Columbia's natural and human history, safeguarding them for the future and sharing them with the world. Explore its exhibits to find a place of learning and play for visitors of all ages.
Among the museum's collections, you can take a look past a wall of ice into the life of a woolly mammoth, climb aboard a replica of the ship that Captain George Vancouver took on his expedition up the Pacific coast, see how the fur trade forever changed the lives of the region's first peoples, and revisit the days of the Gold Rush.
The museum also includes the full collection of the British Columbia Provincial Archives. Here, you can find a repository with more than 150 years' worth of letters, artwork, and records from the province's history, including the 19th-century Douglas Treaties between members of the area's First Nations people and the colony of Vancouver Island.

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