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Savour The History of Afternoon Tea

Book your flights + Afternoon Tea at Fairmont Empress

Fairmont Empress

Afternoon Tea - Crop

Departing from the downtown Vancouver Harbour Heliport catch the midday beauty of the Salish Sea, The Gulf and San Juan Islands on the 35 minute flight from Vancouver to Victoria Harbour.

Upon arrival, the Helijet courtesy shuttle can drop guests off at the historic Fairmont Empress located at 721 Government Street, on Victoria’s Inner Harbour. Make your way to the Lobby Lounge to find your reserved table for the renowned Afternoon Tea at Empress.

Fairmont Empress has been serving traditional English Afternoon Tea for well over a century. Guests are treated to a selection of finely brewed teas served in elegant Royal Empress china, served with finger sandwiches, freshly baked raisin scones with clotted cream and jam, and the most irresistible desserts. It will definitely be ‘your cup of tea’!

The Excursion: Suggested flight departures, after 10am from Vancouver Harbour Heliport.
Helijet’s Courtesy Shuttle will drop off at Fairmont Empress Hotel for your reservation for Afternoon Tea
Please allow 2 hours for your afternoon tea experience before booking a return flight from Victoria Harbour Heliport.

Staying Overnight? Helijet travellers showing their flight confirmation can ask about saving 15% on Fairmont Empress accommodation.

Flight Fare*: (paid at check-in at Helijet)
Helijet UltraSaver Fare; per person one-way including taxes and fees
$179.00 / 13+
$138.00 / Child up to 12 years accompanied by an adult

Afternoon Tea at Empress: (paid at Fairmont Empress)
$70 per child plus tax
$109 per adult plus tax (ask about upgrades to Royal Champagne Tea)
Ask about other Fairmont Empress dining options like; Champagne Tea, Sunset Sips, Q Bar & Veranda.

*one-way fares valid until September 1, 2025. Based on availability.
As space is limited, excursions bookings are suggested at least 48 hours in advance. 
Cancellations may be made up to 24 hours in advance, non-refundable within 24 hours.
Ask for Group Booking fees and cancellations

Email excursions[at]helijet.com for more information
Call Helijet Reservations, 1.800.665.4354, to book your Flights + Afternoon Tea 

Fairmont Empress Lobby Lounge