VANCOUVER ISLAND BUCKET LIST - Where to Next?
A map showing the travel route between Vancouver and Victoria, BC, highlighting both cities’ locations across the Salish Sea with nearby regions like Nanaimo and Seattle visible.

Vancouver To VictoriaDay trips, flights and adventures from Vancouver

Are you visiting Vancouver and want to explore Victoria on Vancouver Island? We’ve got you covered with all the tours and transportation information you need to make the trip from Vancouver to Victoria seamless.

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4×4 Overland Camper Rental on Vancouver Island

Our pick for overland camping on Vancouver Island: fully equipped 4...
CAD $225
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Vancouver 3-Day Tour With Victoria and Whistler (English, Hindi & Punjabi)

See Vancouver, Whistler, and Victoria in 3 days with a private tour offered in English, Hindi, an...
CAD $3399
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Vancouver to Victoria Seaplane & Whale Watching Tour

Go on a whale watching tour by taking a float plane from Vancouver Harbour to Victoria Harbour
CAD $757.63
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Victoria and Butchart Gardens Day Trip from Vancouver

From Vancouver, cross to Vancouver Island by ferry, tour Butchart Gardens, then enjoy time in Vic...
CAD $288.75
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Visit Vancouver Island | 2-Day Tour From Vancouver

Two-day guided tour from Vancouver with BC Ferries, 1-night Victoria hotel, and highlights like B...
CAD $649
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2-Day Vancouver Island Explorer Tour from Vancouver

Private 2-day tour from Vancouver to Vancouver Island Victoria, Nanaimo, Duncan, and Comox Valley...
CAD $2499
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Private Victoria and Butchart Gardens Day Trip from Vancouver

Private tour from Vancouver to Victoria on Vancouver Island
CAD $799
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Vancouver to Victoria: Ferry and Bus Transfer

Skip the planning and ride from Vancouver to downtown Victoria by coach and BC Ferries. Multiple ...
CAD $91
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Private Shuttle Vancouver to Victoria (One Way)

Skip the stress and ride private from Vancouver to Victoria in about 4 hours. Pickup offered, pas...
CAD $1400
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Downtown Victoria to Downtown Vancouver Coach Transfer

Skip the hassle and get from downtown Victoria to downtown Vancouver by coach and BC Ferries. 4-h...
CAD $91.09
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Vancouver to Victoria Seaplane and Ferry Day Trip

Fly to Victoria in 35 minutes, then return by coach and ferry through the Gulf Islands. You’ll ge...
CAD $427.33
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Vancouver to Victoria Seaplane Day Trip with Butchart Gardens

Fly Vancouver to Victoria by seaplane, then ride to Butchart Gardens with admission included. 6 t...
CAD $729.63
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Floatplane: Vancouver to Victoria One Way

One-way Harbour Air seaplane from Vancouver Coal Harbour to Victoria Inner Harbour in about 35 mi...
CAD $495.44
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Hotels:

VICTORIA:
Stay near Victoria’s Inner Harbour for walkable access to downtown sights, or choose quieter neighbourhoods like James Bay or Oak Bay for a more relaxed vibe. Best places to stay in Victoria

VANCOUVER:
Downtown Vancouver offers easy access to ferries, floatplanes, and transit, ideal for starting or ending your Vancouver Island trip. Accommodations for Vancouver.

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Flights:

Fly from Vancouver airport to Victoria airport. This is a great quick option, but the problem is that neither airport is located downtown.

For a unique and convenient way, why not fly right from Downtown Vancouver Harbour to Victoria Harbour on a float plane?

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Car Rentals:

Renting a car is an excellent option for getting to Vancouver Island. You can drive onto the BC ferry, spend a day or two soaking in the charm of Victoria, and then make your way back. For a scenic round-trip experience, drive up to Nanaimo and catch the ferry back to Vancouver, enjoying the journey both ways.

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A Wilson's Transportation tour bus parked near the British Columbia Parliament Buildings in Victoria, Canada. The bus features blue and white stripes, with a Canadian flag visible in the background. A vibrant green lawn and the historic architecture of the Parliament Buildings create a scenic backdrop.

Bus:

Hop on a bus and leave the planning to someone else! Many bus services include ferry transportation in the ticket price, so you can sit back, relax, and enjoy the journey without worrying about additional costs or logistics.

It’s a hassle-free way to travel from Vancouver to Victoria while soaking in the stunning coastal scenery along the way.

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There are other ways to get to Victoria and Vancouver Island. For more tips and tricks, check out the How to Get to Vancouver Island Guide and our How to Get to Victoria Guide

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