Victoria tour with Malahat Skywalk & Butchart Gardens

Two major gardens and a tower view, all before the afternoon ends

A small-group guided tour of Victoria that starts with pickup from your location, takes you to the Malahat Skywalk for elevated views and a 10-story spiral tower, crosses by ferry to Butchart Gardens for a walk through themed gardens, then returns via a scenic drive past Government House, Craigdarroch Castle, Beacon Hill Park, Fisherman's Wharf and the Breakwater Lighthouse. The tour runs 6.5 hours and includes an air-conditioned vehicle and a live English-speaking guide.

Step-by-step itinerary

Victoria tour with Malahat and gardens

• Pickup from designated location
• Drive to Malahat with narration
• Visit Malahat Skywalk and tower
• Drive to ferry terminal
• Ferry crossing to Butchart Gardens
• Explore Butchart Gardens
• Drive back to Victoria via city highlights

The experience

Pickup happens between 8:30 and 9:00 am from your designated location, and the drive to Malahat begins with the guide narrating facts and stories along the way. The first stop is the Malahat Skywalk itself: a series of elevated walkways and observation platforms that culminate in a 10-story spiral tower. You walk through the structure at your own pace, taking in views of the surrounding landscape before the group reconvenes for the next leg.

From there, the tour drives to a ferry terminal for a scenic crossing to Butchart Gardens. Once you arrive, you have time to walk the gardens on your own: moving through the themed sections, seeing the floral displays and the maintained landscapes. The operator describes it as a "feast for the senses," though what you actually encounter depends on the season and what is in bloom when you visit.

The return to Victoria takes a route designed to show the city's landmarks: Government House, Craigdarroch Castle, Beacon Hill Park, Fisherman's Wharf Park, and the Breakwater Lighthouse pass by as the guide points them out. The whole day wraps up back at your starting point, with the tour lasting 6.5 hours from pickup to drop-off.

What’s included

• Small-group guided tour with a live English-speaking guide.
• air-conditioned vehicle with pickup from your location.
• entry to the Malahat Skywalk and Butchart Gardens.
• ferry crossing to and from Butchart Gardens.
• scenic drive through Victoria's landmarks on the return route.

Before you book

Days and timesNext departure: 1 Apr 2027

Book up to4h before

AgesAdult (13 to 65 years) · Child (5 to 12 years) · Infant (under 5)

GroupUp to 7 · max 1 per booking

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup is optional; you can also go straight to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.You can choose from 27 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Prices and times updated 2 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortWheelchair accessibleAccessible transportStroller-friendlyInfant seats availablePublic transport nearby

Operated by See Sight Tours

Is this one for you?Book this if you want to visit both the Skywalk and Butchart Gardens in one trip with shared transport included, rather than coordinating two separate visits.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (5 to 12 years); Infant (under 5).

What is the Malahat Skywalk like when you get there?

The Malahat Skywalk is a series of elevated walkways and observation platforms that lead to a 10-story spiral tower. You walk through it at your own pace to take in views of the natural surroundings.

Does the tour include the ferry ride to Butchart Gardens?

Yes, the tour includes a scenic ferry crossing to reach Butchart Gardens and the return trip back to Victoria.

What happens on the drive back to Victoria?

The return route showcases Victoria's landmarks (Government House, Craigdarroch Castle, Beacon Hill Park, Fisherman's Wharf Park, and the Breakwater Lighthouse) with the guide narrating along the way.

Is this tour wheelchair accessible?

Yes, the tour is wheelchair accessible. The vehicle is air-conditioned and equipped for wheelchair access, and infants can travel in a pram or stroller with specialized infant seats available.

What time does pickup happen?

Pickup occurs between 8:30 and 9:00 am from your designated location, and the full tour lasts 6.5 hours.