4h Butchart Gardens and Victoria City Private Tour

4.8 (40 reviews) 4 hours Free cancellation Private tour

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About this activity

Experience Victoria your way on a fully private tour designed exclusively for your group. No crowded buses, no strangers. Just personalized service, private transportation, and a dedicated local guide focused entirely on you.

This 4 hour private experience combines the world famous Butchart Gardens with Victoria’s most iconic sights. Explore the stunning floral displays and peaceful pathways of this National Historic Site before discovering the charm of downtown Victoria, the Inner Harbour, historic Chinatown, Fan Tan Alley, and colourful Fisherman’s Wharf.

Choose the perfect private vehicle for your group with options for up to 4 guests, 6 guests, or 19 passengers in our private minibus. Wheelchair accessible options available.

Enjoy live guided narration, local stories, flexible stops, and the comfort of private transportation throughout your tour. Perfect for families, couples, cruise guests, and small groups seeking a more personal Victoria experience.

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At a glance

Duration: 4 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: English
Operated by: Victoria Coastal Tours

Ages: Adults (0–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Private transportation
Included: Bottled water
Included: Opportunities to customize tour along the way
Included: Many photo stops along the way.
Included: Cruise Dock Pick Up Fees- Guide must have your cruise ships name prior to tour date

Not included

Not included: Meals
Not included: Personal Expenses
Not included: Gratuities
Not included: Souvenirs
Not included: Pre-purchased tickets to Butchart Garden's. You must purchase tickets at the gate of the gardens.

Itinerary

The Butchart Gardens

1 h 40 min Admission not included

The Butchart Gardens, a National Historic Site renowned for its stunning floral displays, themed gardens, and tranquil ambiance. This vibrant attraction is a must-see, offering endless photo opportunities and a serene escape.
Inner Harbour

30 min

Victoria’s Inner Harbour, an iconic symbol of the city and a must-visit location. The blend of natural beauty, historic architecture, and human activity creates a harmonious environment.
Victoria’s Chinatown National Historic Site

30 min

Drive though Victoria's historic Chinatown. It is the oldest Chinatown in Canada and the second oldest in North America after San Francisco.
Fan Tan Alley

20 min

While visiting historic Chinatown, step back in time and walk Fan Tan Alley. Fan Tan Alley is the narrowest commercial street in North America jam-packed with history and culture.
Fisherman's Wharf

one hour

Experience the charm of Fisherman's Wharf, where colourful floating homes and vibrant marine life create a picturesque waterfront. Stop for a bit to eat at one of the famous floating eateries.

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

Inner Harbour Airport
Coast Victoria Hotel & Marina by APA
Red Lion Inn & Suites Victoria
Oak Bay Beach Hotel
Inn at Laurel Point
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel & Suites Victoria
Quality Inn Downtown Inner Harbour
Chateau Victoria Hotel And Suites
Best Western Plus Inner Harbour
Hotel Zed Victoria
The Magnolia Hotel And Spa
James Bay Inn Hotel, Suites & Cottage

and 22 more pickup points

Important**

Cruise ship passengers must inform the tour provider of the cruise ship they will be arriving on at time of booking or within 7 days of the tour date, to ensure you are picked up at the correct dock in a smooth, timely manner. After booking you can send a message through Viator. We will message you through Viator, or WhatsApp if you have provided your out of country phone number, closer to your tour date.

Using your ticket

Please have your ticket ready at pick up. Every passenger must sign a waiver prior to the tour start.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

Good to know

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Child Seats, by BC law, children under 40lbs (18kg) are required to be buckled into a full forward-facing car seat. This can be provided for a fee with advance notice. - Children over 40lbs and under 4’9″ must use a booster seat. Two can be provided with advance notice at no charge.
Travelers must be able to get in and out of private transportation, contact us for full accessibility option
Travellers must be able to walk long distances in Butchart Gardens.
Wheelchairs are available at the Gardens with refundable deposit

Options

1-19 Passengers

Mercedes Sprinter: Mercedes Sprinter MiniBus (or availalbe passenger van)

Pickup included
1-4 Passengers

Tesla Model Y : (or availalbe sedan)

Pickup included
1-6 Passengers

Range Rover Discovery : (or availalbe 6 passenger vehicle)

Pickup included