Ferry, High Tea, Gardens, & Hike

The ferry from Vancouver to Victoria area was massive, like a parking garage that floats. Much bigger than the Alaskan ferry. Scenic journey with more spectacular weather.

Once across the strait, we went to the famous Butchart gardens for High Tea. What a treat! We spent several hours strolling the 125 year-old, 55 acre gardens. We are so spoiled - feeling very hot at 75 degrees and sunny!

Next up was a "easy" hike that Charlie, the Everready Bunny, claimed was short. Well, it started easy, and thankfully, it was mostly shaded through lush rainforests. After about a mile of fairly flat, easy walking, it descended. And descended. Then came a series of uneven, rocky steps. And more steps. Our turnaround point was the lovely bay on a rocky shoreline. The trek back up those steps was slow (for me), and Charlie waited patiently.

After a winding, hilly drive out of this wooded area, we drove into the town of Victoria where we are staying. And had amazing leftovers from lunch!!!!Read more