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Victoria: Cowichan Valley Wine Tour & 3 Wineries with LunchYou leave Victoria in the morning, drive over the Malahat with views of three island groups, then spend the day tasting at three wineries with a local guide. Lunch and cheese tastings are included, and the whole day is paced so you can actually talk to the winemakers and enjoy the valley instead of checking off a list. Hotel pickup from downtown Victoria is part of it.Is it for me?Right for wine lovers who want to taste without arranging transport, tasting fees, or lunch logistics themselves. The six-hour pace means you're not rushing between stops — you have time to talk to the winemakers and sit with the views.
Victoria: Horse Carriage Beacon Hill Park & Dallas Rd TourYou’ll settle into a horse-drawn carriage and wind through Victoria’s Beacon Hill Park, past duck ponds and wild gardens before rolling along Dallas Road for mountain and ocean views at Mile 0. With local stories from your uniformed guide and glimpses of historic homes, it’s an hour that feels both relaxed and quietly special.
Pickle Pub Crawl Victoria: Harbour Ferries Between DrinksThe Pickle Pub Crawl is a three-hour guided tour through Victoria's Inner Harbour that swaps walking for harbour ferries, moving between four waterfront pubs and bars with a live guide. You start at a local favourite near the Parliament Building and Empress Hotel, then ferry to Fisherman's Wharf for beer and views of seaplanes and float homes, visit a 30-year-old pub with live music and local drafts, and finish at the second-oldest brewery in British Columbia—a full restaurant in a historic building overlooking the blue bridge. The guide leads the group, trivia and giveaways run throughout, and complimentary appetizers come with your stops; you purchase drinks at each venue. Minimum age is 19.Is it for me?The guide speaks English and leads the group at a leisurely pace, so this works for anyone comfortable in a pub setting who wants to see the Inner Harbour from the water instead of walking the same downtown streets. The ferries do the moving, which means the crawl stays social and the views stay part of the experience.
Victoria Bike Tour: Parliament, Craigdarroch Castle & Beacon HillYou ride through Victoria's main landmarks—Parliament, Craigdarroch Castle, Beacon Hill's totem pole, Chinatown, and the waterfront—on a guided 3-hour loop that includes hills and sustained effort. Your guide provides local history and cultural context at each stop, and you return to the shop with tips for the rest of your stay. Bring moderate fitness and be ready for climbs.Is it for me?Book this if you have moderate fitness and want to see Victoria's main landmarks—Parliament, the castle, the park, the harbor—in one morning or afternoon without arranging transport between stops. The guide handles the route and the history; you just need to be ready for hills and three hours of continuous riding.
Victoria donut tour: Four stops, pastries & ChinatownYou walk four donut stops across Victoria's downtown and Chinatown with a local guide who points out the Empress Hotel, Parliament Buildings, and the history of Fan Tan Alley along the way. The tour includes tastings at Empire Donuts, a local ma-and-pop shop, and Filipino treats at Friend and Family Bake, plus insider recommendations for where to eat and shop. The whole route is wheelchair accessible and takes about two to three hours.Is it for me?Book this if you want to taste Victoria's best donuts and pastries without planning four separate stops yourself—the guide handles the route, the history, and the recommendations, leaving you free to eat and pay attention to the city.
Malahat SkyWalk Tickets: 250m Tower & Spiral Slide near VictoriaYou walk 600 metres through the forest canopy, climb the 10-story spiral tower to views of the Salish Sea and distant mountains, then choose your descent: the ramp or the spiral slide. Parking is included, and the site is accessible for all ages and mobility levels. Plan for 1.5 to 3 hours depending on how many times you slide.Is it for me?A good fit if you want panoramic views of the Salish Sea and Vancouver Island without a long hike or drive from Victoria. The site is accessible for all ages and mobility levels, which is what makes it work for families, older travellers, and anyone who wants the view without the physical strain.
Victoria: Beacon Hill Park Horse Carriage Tour & WaterfrontYou ride in a horse-drawn carriage for 60 minutes through Beacon Hill Park, along the Salish Sea waterfront with views of the Olympic Mountains, and through the Victorian homes of James Bay. The guide shares local history and stories specific to what you're seeing. You get warm blankets, a small group (max 4 people), and the option of evening tours lit by carriage lanterns. Weather permitting, it's a straightforward, no-fuss way to see Victoria's main sights without driving yourself.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see Victoria's main landmarks—the park, the waterfront, the historic neighborhood—without arranging transport or walking long distances. The small group size and fixed 60-minute pace mean you get a complete route without the flexibility to linger, so it works best if you're visiting for a day or two and want the highlights in one ride.
Victoria BC City Highlights: 2-Hour Private TourA private 2-hour guided tour of Victoria, BC covering ten city highlights including the Parliament Buildings, Inner Harbour, Craigdarroch Castle, Beacon Hill Park and Fisherman's Wharf, with stops for photographs at each. The route is customizable—you can linger at any stop or skip one and add another. Private transportation, a live guide and bottled water are included; the vehicle is wheelchair accessible and seats up to 4, 6 or 19 passengers depending on your group size.Is it for me?Book this tour if you're arriving with a short window and want to see the main landmarks without spending time planning the route—the guide handles the driving and the sequence, so you move through ten stops in two hours and can adjust the pace if one location pulls you in longer.
Victoria Food Tour: Taste Canadian Classics at Fisherman's WharfThis 2.5-hour walking tour through Victoria combines food tastings with stops at the city's most recognizable sites—Fisherman's Wharf, Parliament Buildings, the Fairmont Empress Hotel and Government Street. A local guide leads the group through samples of poutine, Nanaimo bars, candied salmon, maple syrup treats and a Caesar cocktail while sharing stories of Indigenous food traditions and Canadian culinary history. The tour includes enough tastings to serve as a meal and operates in all weather.Is it for me?The tour moves at a walking pace through downtown Victoria over 2.5 hours, so it suits people who want to eat and explore without a full-day commitment. If you're new to Canada or Victoria and want to understand the food and the landmarks in one outing, the fixed route and guide take the planning out of it.
Victoria: Hot Tub Boat Ride & Gorge Waterway SwimYou arrive early to change and sign waivers, then spend 1.5 hours floating in a private hot tub boat through the Gorge Waterway with up to five friends. The boat includes waterproof speakers and dry bags; you can swim off the ladder if you want, or stay soaking the whole time. The onboard stove keeps the water hot, and you're back on shore with enough time to dry off before heading out.Is it for me?Right for groups of three to six who want to relax together on the water without arranging their own boat or managing the logistics — the hot tub, the music, the swimming option and the route are all set up and ready when you arrive.
Victoria Butterfly Gardens: Indoor Tropical Jungle & Rescued WildlifeYou’ll step into Victoria Butterfly Gardens’ lush indoor jungle, where thousands of butterflies fly freely and rescued animals greet you at every turn. Meet Mango the flamingo, spot iguanas overhead, and watch leaf-cutter ants at work in the Insectarium—all included with your admission ticket. Expect laughter, warmth, and moments that quietly stick with you long after.
Victoria & Butchart Gardens City Tour: 55-acre gardensYou’ll wander Victoria’s historic streets with a local guide, stroll through Butchart Gardens’ peaceful paths, snack on fresh seafood at Fisherman’s Wharf, and snap photos at castles and Parliament buildings. Expect small surprises—like peacocks or sweet salmon—and time to soak up real city life alongside classic sights.
Victoria to Vancouver Seaplane: Scenic Flight TransferYou’ll board a classic seaplane in Victoria’s Inner Harbour for a quick 35-minute flight to downtown Vancouver. Watch iconic landmarks shrink beneath you, spot islands in the Salish Sea, and land right by Canada Place — all with flexible departure times and baggage included. It’s fast, scenic travel that leaves you feeling a bit lighter than when you started.
30-Minute Horse-Drawn Carriage Tour Victoria: James Bay HeritageA 30-minute horse-drawn carriage tour of Victoria's James Bay neighborhood, guided by a professional who shares the area's history and horse insights while you ride in a convertible-roof carriage with up to five other passengers. The tour includes warm faux-fur blankets, carriage lanterns on evening rides, and a chance to meet and photograph the horses before or after. Maximum four adults per carriage is recommended for comfort; infants can ride on an adult's lap, and service animals are welcome.Is it for me?Book this tour if you want to move through Victoria's oldest neighborhood at the pace of the horses rather than on foot—the 30 minutes covers the key landmarks and Victorian homes without the walking, and the guide's stories bring the area's history into focus. The hands-on time with the horses before or after the ride sets this apart from a standard sightseeing carriage tour.
Victoria Wine Tour: 3 Cowichan Valley Wineries with TastingsA 5-hour wine tour from Victoria takes you to three Cowichan Valley wineries for tastings at each stop, a light lunch, and a behind-the-scenes look at one vineyard. A professional guide and driver handle the route and timing, and round-trip transport from downtown Victoria is included. Minimum age is 19; groups must have at least four people for public departures.Is it for me?The five-and-a-half-hour window means you can fit the tour into a half-day itinerary and still have the afternoon free, or pair it with an evening in Victoria without the day feeling rushed. If you need a full day of wine country or multiple regions, this single-valley focus keeps the drive time short and the tasting time long.
Victoria Rainforest Hike Private Tour: Old Growth ForestA private guided rainforest hike near Victoria takes you through old growth forest with a professional guide, hotel or cruise port pickup, and bottled water included. The hike suits all fitness levels with basic forest paths, or you can arrange a steeper mountain route with panoramic views instead. Children from age 5 are welcome, and proper hiking shoes are required; a minimum of 2 people per booking applies.Is it for me?Your morning stays on your schedule with hotel or port pickup—explore old growth rainforest and towering ancient trees just 30 minutes from Victoria without coordinating group timing or renting a car.
Victoria: Beacon Hill & Craigdarroch Castle 2-Hour TourYou're picked up at your hotel or a downtown terminal and driven through seven Victoria landmarks in two hours: Chinatown's Fan Tan Alley, Craigdarroch Castle's exterior, Beacon Hill Park with its peacocks and world's tallest totem pole, Mount Tolmie's panoramic views, the city's grand estates, and Oak Bay's harbor seals. The guide narrates throughout, stops are timed for photos, and you're back downtown by the end of the morning.Is it for me?Book this if you're on a tight schedule or arriving by cruise ship and want to see Victoria's main landmarks without arranging transport or timing yourself — the two-hour window and small group size mean you move steadily without feeling rushed.
Victoria Harbour 75 min Boat Tour: Fisgard Lighthouse & SealsA 75-minute sightseeing boat tour of Victoria's Inner Harbour and coastline, departing from the harbour itself and cruising past the British Columbia Parliament Buildings, active cruise ship terminal, and out to the historic Fisgard Lighthouse with live commentary from a local guide. The boat includes a bar, snacks and drinks, and a restroom on board. Children from age 3 are welcome, and the tour runs year-round with Transport Canada certified captains and crew.Is it for me?Book this tour if you have a free afternoon in Victoria and want to see the harbour, Parliament and the lighthouse without arranging your own boat or transport—the departure point is the Inner Harbour itself, and the guide handles the route and the stories. It suits families with children from age 3, and the 75-minute length fits between other activities without consuming a full day.
Victoria City Highlights Bike Tour for Cruise GuestsA 2.5-hour guided bike tour from Victoria's cruise port explores the city's most recognizable stops—Parliament Buildings, Craigdarroch Castle, Beacon Hill Park and Chinatown—on a route that winds through neighborhoods like Fernwood and along waterfront bike paths. The tour starts and ends at The Pedaler shop on Belleville Street; a local guide leads the ride in English and provides the bike, helmet and all equipment you need.Is it for me?Pick this if you're docking in Victoria and want to cover the main sights by bike in two hours—the guide times the pace so you can keep up while pedaling through neighborhoods, parks, and the Inner Harbour without needing to arrange separate transport back to your ship.
Victoria Castle Tour: 3 hours, 5 landmarksYou're picked up from your Victoria hotel and guided through the downtown core, Royal BC Museum, Fairmont Empress Hotel, and Canada's oldest Chinatown, then walk the exterior of Craigdarroch Castle — a 30-room Victorian mansion from 1890 with optional paid entry inside. The 3-hour tour includes narration throughout and returns you to your hotel, so you skip arranging transport and timing the stops yourself.Is it for me?Book this if you want Victoria's main historical landmarks and the castle exterior covered in one morning or afternoon without arranging your own transport or timing — the fixed 3-hour route and hotel pickup handle both.
