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BUTCHART GARDENS TEA & CITY HIGHLIGHTS
Book NowReference #: VIC13/1Saturday, September 13, 20259:00AM – 1:00PM$294.00 USD Per PersonMax Guest Capacity: 82
Explore Victoria’s breathtaking landmarks, followed by a visit to the world-renowned Butchart Gardens where you’ll enjoy a traditional afternoon tea service. Begin your journey with a narrated drive past Victoria’s iconic landmarks. Pass through the downtown core where you’ll admire the city’s historic buildings. See Chinatown and the narrowest alleyway in North America. Pass the Empress Hotel, the Legislative Building, and Victoria’s famous Inner Harbor. Then, you’ll travel to Butchart Gardens where you’ll enjoy a delightful stroll through the garden’s meandering paths. Marvel at diverse floral and botanical species. Finally, sit down for an authentic afternoon tea service. Enjoy a selection of warm traditional delicacies, savory tea sandwiches, and desserts. Indulge in a long-standing Victoria tradition. This tour is provided by an operator that has been third-party certified to meet the Global Sustainable Tourism Council’s Criteria for Tour Operators.
- Discover Victoria’s iconic landmarks, including Chinatown, the narrowest alleyway in North America, the Empress Hotel, and the inner harbor.
- Enjoy an authentic afternoon tea, featuring a selection of warm traditional delicacies, savory tea sandwiches, and sweets.
- Stroll Butchart Gardens’ breathtaking meandering paths.
Guests in wheelchairs may require able-bodied guest to negotiate steep hills at Butchart Gardens.
Guests must notify Celebrity at least 72 hours prior to the tour of any special dietary restrictions.
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WHALE WATCHING & WILDLIFE TOUR
Book NowReference #: VIC13/2Saturday, September 13, 20258:30AM – 11:30AM$195.00 USD Per PersonMax Guest Capacity: 95
Experience a remarkably comfortable and captivating whale and wildlife cruise aboard Victoria’s premier whale watching vessel. Victoria’s waters are the best place in the world to spot mighty Killer Whales, with the Orca Spirit boasting a 95% sighting rate. A team of certified biologists travels on every voyage to provide in-depth details about marine mammals and other wildlife found along the way. Cruise through this remarkably pristine territory and have your camera at the ready, as you set sail with Victoria’s only whale and wildlife spotting fleet.
- Relax onboard the luxurious sightseeing vessel and enjoy a snack during your voyage.
- Cruise the waters off Victoria in search of Killer Whales, Humpback Whales, porpoises, elephant seals and other marine wildlife.
- Learn about whales and the marine ecosystem from a team of certified biologists.
Whale sightings are not guaranteed.
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CRAIGDARROCH CASTLE & BUTCHART GARDEN
Book NowReference #: VIC13/3Saturday, September 13, 20258:30AM – 12:45PM$208.00 USD Per PersonMax Guest Capacity: 162
Spend a captivating day immersed in the beauty and history of what are certainly two of the most inspired creations in Victoria. Begin on a narrated drive through Victoria, passing through historic Old City Quarter en route to Butchart Gardens. Stroll along footpaths that wind through extraordinary gardens and marvel at brilliantly flowering bulbs and exotic plants at every turn. Travel to Craigdarroch Castle and explore this National Historic Site accompanied by classical music. Admire stunning stained-glass fixtures, period furnishings and extraordinary woodwork. This tour is provided by a third-party certified operator to meet the Global Sustainable Tourism Council’s Criteria for Tour Operations.
- Stroll through the inspired beauty of Butchart Gardens, created by a family’s dream more than century ago.
- Walk uphill to reach Craigdarroch Castle, a 19th century build from the wealth of the Industrial Age.
- Visit the Sunken Garden, Rose Garden, Japanese Garden, Mediterranean Garden and many others.
Guests in wheelchairs/scooters may have difficulty accessing portions of this tour.
Guests who are pregnant or have knee, back or neck injuries should consult their doctor prior to selecting this tour.
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Victoria, B.C. Concert at McPherson Playhouse – Signature Jazz Cruises Presents The Warren Wolf Ensemble
Book NowReference #: VC13-CONSaturday, September 13, 202512:15PM – 4:00PM PT. Showtime: 1:30PM PT$60 – $90 USD (Price varies upon seat selection and includes Roundtrip Transportation)
*Refreshments will be available for purchase at the venue
Warren Wolf & the History of the Vibraphone
Vibraphonist Warren Wolf, who is no stranger to our guests, having sailed in the past on The Jazz Cruise as a member of the SFJAZZ Collective and Christian McBride’s Inside Straight, will present his “History of the Vibraphone “project that features music from many of his heroes on that instrument. Warren told us that he created the show because he wanted to inform more people about the uniqueness of the vibraphone. “Most people outside of jazz only know of two people who play the instrument and that’s Lionel Hampton and Roy Ayers,” Warren explained. “The entire project is to let listeners hear about some of my personal favorites who have performed on the instrument and hearing how the sounds of the instrument have changed over the years.”
Among the vibraphonists featured in the program, beyond Hampton and Ayers, are Terry Gibbs, Milt Jackson, Bobby Hutcherson, Cal Tjader, Gary Burton, Dave Samuels and Joe Locke. Warren chose players who had a profound impact on his career. “I’ve always been a fan of listening to multiple styles of music,” Warren said. “When choosing this material, I wanted to take listeners on a journey to hear how Terry Gibbs would swing and have people dancing, to the modern playing of Gary Burton, to hearing the R&B sounds of Roy Ayers. I wanted to give the listeners a true history lesson to hear the different sounds of each musician.”
Warren will perform with an all-star quintet.
Event Schedule
McPherson Playhouse doors open at 12:30PM PT and the show will begin at 1:30PM. Guests who elect to use Signature Jazz Cruises Transportation will return to the ship at approximately 4:00PM.
Guests are welcome to explore the facility once the doors open.
McPherson Playhouse will have refreshments available for purchase for all guests.McPherson Playhouse
Located in the heart of Old Town Victoria, the McPherson Playhouse has been the home of intimate theatre in Victoria since opening in 1914 as part of the Pantages chain of theatres found across North America. Evolving from its vaudevillian roots, the McPherson hosts a variety of professional, community and amateur events throughout the year. The 772-seat theatre continues to be one of the most impeccably maintained and finest examples of theatres from its era still standing in Canada today. The McPherson Playhouse was granted a heritage designation on October 25, 1995.
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VICTORIA: Culinary Tour with Michael Bauer
COMING SOON!
Reference #: VIC13-MBSaturday, September 13, 2025TBD$TBDMax Guest Capacity: TBD
Jazz Cruises, together with Legendary Former San Francisco Chronicle Food Critic, Michael Bauer, will present a culinary “tour” of Victoria. First, Michael will provide a list of recommended restaurants for brunch, lunch, and dinner. Prior to the cruise, you can join Michael for a webinar during which he will provide a culinary guide and history of the famous dining regions in and around the city.