Victoria City Highlights: Chinatown, Craigdarroch Castle (1-9pax)

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About this activity

Explore Victoria in style with our luxury tours, now offering a 3-hour adventure. Discover the beauty, history, and charm of Victoria on a private sightseeing experience created exclusively for your group. Travel comfortably with your own local guide and vehicle while enjoying a relaxed, personalized journey through some of the region's most celebrated attractions.

With comfortable pacing, engaging storytelling, and plenty of opportunities for photos, this tour is ideal for cruise visitors, couples, families, and small groups looking for a memorable and stress-free Victoria experience.

Admission fee not yet included.

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At a glance

Duration: 3 hours
Confirmation: Confirmed within 48 hours
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: English
Operated by: Victoria Zero Emission Tours

What is included

Included

Included: Multiple photo opportunities throughout the tour
Included: Bottled water
Included: Air-conditioned vehicle
Included: Cruise terminal pick-up and drop-off (cruise ship name required)
Included: Private vehicle and dedicated local guide
Included: Umbrella

Not included

Not included: All entries and Admissions
Not included: Gratuities
Not included: Food, Drinks, and Snacks

Itinerary

Ogden Point Terminal

5 min

Starting Point: Victoria Cruise Ship Terminal (Ogden Point Terminal)
Mile Zero

10 min

Drive from Victoria Cruise Ship Terminal – 5 minutes

Viewing time – 10 minutes

Visit the western end of the Trans-Canada Highway and the iconic Terry Fox Monument. Enjoy panoramic views of the Juan de Fuca Strait and the Olympic Mountains.
Beacon Hill Park

20 min

Drive to Beacon Hill Park – 3 minutes

Viewing time – 20 minutes

Explore Victoria's most beloved park, home to beautiful gardens, roaming peacocks, and the world's tallest freestanding totem pole.
Government House

10 min Admission not included

Drive to Government House – 8 minutes

Viewing time – 10 minutes

Discover the official residence of British Columbia's Lieutenant Governor, surrounded by beautifully maintained gardens and scenic walking paths.
Craigdarroch Castle

10 min Admission not included

Drive to Craigdarroch Castle – 5 minutes

Viewing time – 10 minutes

Admire this magnificent Victorian-era mansion from the outside while learning about one of Victoria's most famous historic landmarks.
Victoria’s Chinatown National Historic Site

20 min

Drive to Chinatown – 10 minutes

Viewing time – 20 minutes

Explore Canada's oldest Chinatown and stroll through Fan Tan Alley, the narrowest commercial street in North America, filled with history, unique shops, and vibrant culture.
Mount Tolmie Park

15 min

Drive to Mount Tolmie – 15 minutes

Viewing time – 15 minutes

Take in one of Victoria's best panoramic viewpoints overlooking downtown, the Gulf Islands, Mount Baker, and the Olympic Mountains.
Inner Harbour

10 min

Drive to Downtown Victoria – 10 minutes

Viewing time – 10 minutes

Visit Victoria's iconic Inner Harbour, featuring the historic Fairmont Empress Hotel and the impressive British Columbia Legislative Buildings.
Fisherman's Wharf

15 min

Drive to Fisherman's Wharf – 5 minutes

Viewing time – 15 minutes

Stroll along the colourful floating marina, admire the unique float homes, and enjoy picturesque waterfront views while watching for local seals.
Ogden Point Terminal

4 min

Return drive to Victoria Cruise Ship Terminal - 4 mins

Meeting point and pickup

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

Pickup points

Coast Victoria Hotel & Marina by APA
Red Lion Inn & Suites Victoria
Inn at Laurel Point
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel & Suites Victoria
Quality Inn Downtown Inner Harbour
Surf Motel
Robin Hood Inn And Suites
Chateau Victoria Hotel And Suites
Hotel Victoria
Best Western Plus Inner Harbour
Hotel Zed Victoria
The Magnolia Hotel And Spa

and 33 more pickup points

We offer convenient pick-up from the Victoria Cruise Ship Terminal. If you require pickup from a different location, please contact us. We'll do our best to accommodate your request.

Important Note for Cruise Ship Passengers: Please provide your cruise ship name at the time of booking (or at least 7 days before your tour) to ensure a smooth, timely pickup at the correct pier (Pier A or B).

Using your ticket

To skip the lineups, I can pre-reserve tickets for Butchart Gardens. The cost can be reimbursed to me in cash (CAD or USD accepted) upon your arrival at the time of the tour.

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%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
If not already provided, please inform the supplier as soon as possible of your ship's name, docking time, disembarkation time, and departure time to ensure proper arrangements can be made.
BC law requires children under 40 lbs (18 kg) to use a forward-facing car seat. Available upon request for an additional fee with advance notice.
Children over 40 lbs and under 4'9" must use a booster seat. Up to two booster seats are available at no charge with advance notice.
Just stay tuned in: Your guide will reach out closer to your tour date with exact meeting instructions and final details. We will contact you at the number you provided via Viator messages, text, or WhatsApp (if you provided an international number).

Options

1-9 pax

Ford transit 150 XLT med-roof

Pickup included
1-6 pax

KIA EV9 SUV: Accommodates 1–6 pax. Ideal for 1–3 guests seeking extra space and enhanced comfort, including room for mobility devices.

Pickup included
1-4pax

KIA Niro Subcompact Crossover: Accommodates 1–6 pax. Ideal for 1–3 guests seeking extra space and enhanced comfort, including room for mobility devices.

Pickup included