Justifiably renowned as Canada's 'City Of Gardens,' Victoria and its gardens burst into bloom year round. Today's outing will include an introduction to the historic downtown quarter and a visit to the famed Butchart Gardens. Departing Ogden Point your guide will point out Mile Zero, which is the western end of the Trans Canada Highway, Beacon Hill Park and Thunderbird Park. Later continue your drive to the Butchart Gardens, National Historic Site. Upon arrival your driver/guide will provide you with a look into how the Butchart Family transformed the gardens from a barren rock quarry to what is now one of the world's best-known horticultural attractions. Multi-language maps help you conduct your self-guided tour of the colorful gardens. At dusk, the gardens are transformed by hundreds of lights of varying intensity and color. This nightly transformation, known as Night Illuminations is as unique as it is breathtaking. Later rejoin your local driver/guide returning via Chinatown welcomed by the Gates of Harmonious Interest, and passing by Canada's narrowest street, Fan Tan Alley. Continue to the Inner Harbor framed by some of Canada's most recognizable landmarks, the majestic Parliament Buildings, the ivy-covered Empress Hotel prior to returning to the pier and your awaiting ship. Note: Walking time and distance is at each guest's discretion. The gardens are stunning in the evening when illuminated by thousands of hidden lights. Garden illuminations offered when daylight hours shorten.