Two-Hour Luxury City Tour of Victoria

4.9 (41 reviews) 2 hours Free cancellation Private tour

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The Craigdarroch Castle — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

Canada's oldest Chinatown — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

This 2-hour tour is perfect for those visitors on a tight schedule. Visit some of Victoria's top attractions - including Fisherman's Wharf house boat community, the historical shopping district, Canada's oldest Chinatown, and Beacon Hill Park to view beautiful flowers, Peacocks, and the world's tallest Totem Pole. Journey through the Lieutenant Governor's Estate, then view the exterior of the Craigdarroch Castle. You will enjoy panoramic views from the highest viewing point in Victoria overlooking the San Juan Islands and Victoria itself. Pass though the larger estates to view some of Victoria finest homes as you make your way to Oak Bay Marina to visit the local harbor seals. Enjoy a nice seaside drive back into downtown.

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At a glance

Duration: 2 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: Surfside Adventure Tours Ltd.

What is included

Included

Included: Plenty of stops for photo opportunities
Included: Hotel pickup and drop-off
Included: Free pick-up at downtown locations, such as local hotels, harbor seaplanes, the Victoria Clipper, and the Coho Ferry
Included: One bottle of water for each passenger
Included: Umbrellas supplied
Included: Fully narrated tour

Not included

Not included: Entrance fees (No attractions require admissions on this tour, we only stop to view the Craigdarrochs Castle's exterior only)
Not included: Gratuities

Itinerary

Victoria’s Chinatown National Historic Site

5 min

We drive through Chinatown and learn about its history and visit Fan Tan Alley.
Carr House National Historic Site

3 min

We just stop by to view the exterior and grounds and learn about the history of Emily Carr
Craigdarroch Castle

5 min

We just stop by to view the exterior and grounds and talk about the history of the Dunsmuir family.
Government House

10 min

We just stop by and walk the beautiful grounds and gardens and talk about its history.
Beacon Hill Park

10 min

We drive through the whole park, and stop for photos and walk the beautiful gardens and encounter peacocks and other free roaming wildlife. They also have a petting zoo, and we also stop at the Worlds Tallest Totem Pole.
Mount Tolmie Park

5 min

We stop here for photos and learn about the surroundings.
Empress Hotel National Historic Site of Canada

5 min

We atop by for photos and learn of its history, some guests request to walk through it 8f permitted.

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
Worldmark Victoria
Oak Bay Beach Hotel
Inn at Laurel Point
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel & Suites Victoria
Quality Inn Downtown Inner Harbour
Robin Hood Inn And Suites
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 23 more pickup points

Your Guide will greet you outside of the arrivals doors, at the port holding a greeting sign with your name on it.

Using your ticket

Valid from the time you exchange your voucher, for the consecutive days selected.

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

Specialized infant seats are available
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
A maximum of 8 people per booking
At time of booking, cruise ship passengers must provide the following information: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time

Options

SUV (Up to 5 Guests)

SUV (Up to 5 Guests): This is for the group of 1-5 passengers.

Pickup included
VAN for 6-14 Passengers

VAN (Evening Cruises &Regular): This is for the group of 6-14 passengers:

*April 1st to October 31st-Evening Cruises

*November 1 to March 31-Regular

Pickup included