Private tour in Victoria Elizabeth V

Back Country Roads to Butchart Gardens Tour

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Elizabeth V.

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These are the things I enjoy most and want to share with you on your visit to Victoria, British Columbia: Exploring new and fascinating places, discovering gardens and heritage buildings, tasting a local dish by the sea, exploring the maze of streets on Antique Row and China Town, and sharing good stories. You will be enchanted by the city of Victoria, situated at the southern tip of Vancouver Island, British Columbia, a place rich in ecological splendour, with history kept alive in its many heritage buildings and harbours. Victoria is the unique place I chose as my home because I love and appreciate a place keen on protecting nature and animals, and a place that promotes culture and the art as well as the acknowledgement of its First Nation people. This region of the world is spectacular. The climate is the mildest in Canada. Our summers are never too hot and winters temperatures rarely freeze. The magical beauty of Salt Spring Island, my favourite summer tour, is only a short ferry ride from Victoria. It is a fantastic place to explore, especially with me, your local guide who knows the scenic routes and very special places in this beautiful part of the world. I love my work and I invested in a beautiful van, comfortable and with big windows. I have excellent driving skills and have a license that would let me drive a bus. Both vehicles are passenger licensed. My aim is to make you the visitor, have a wonderful experience doing and seeing things that interest you and that will give you wonderful memories of your trip to Victoria and Vancouver Island. The parks, beaches, gardens, the spectacular landscape and quaint colourful communities inspire my tour plans that I set out to create especially with you in mind. I take time to create a tour that is personalized just for you and your people so that you see and do what you like and at your pace. Take a look at my garden, Island, and city tours and feel free to choose the places that most attract you. I will take you there by the most scenic routes in and around Victoria, BC, Vancouver Island, and on Salt Spring Island. I can conduct tours in fluent Spanish too. I am a full time tour guide in beautiful Victoria, BC. I own a comfortable mini van that is Passenger Licensed (PT#72124) I customize your tour to suit your schedule, interests, and pace. Places you want to visit, can be included and planned for your tour. For example, you may choose to go to Butchart Gardens and visit Vineyards as well. You may wish to go for a hike and take in historical waterways. I have been a tour guide for over 11 years and have conducted hundreds of customized tours for visitors that come from all over the world. I am also able to provide the tour in Spanish and in Hebrew.

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Overview of your Victoria tour

Experience the beauty of Vancouver Island on a private tour to Butchart Gardens and beyond. We'll start our journey with a scenic drive along charming backcountry roads, taking in wonderful scenery of local farms and vineyards. Along the way, we can make stops for photos or to visit points of interest. Your destination is Butchart Gardens, a world-renowned 55-acre garden established in 1906 and still owned by the original family. With each season, the gardens transform with new and vibrant flowers, towering trees, and beautifully designed landscapes. Take a leisurely stroll through the various gardens. Afterwards, as time allows and at your pace, we explore Victoria's hidden gems, such as a drive along the seaside communities along Juan de Fuca strait, a stroll through historic Rockland neighbourhood to see Craigdarroch Castle, and a visit to the Oldest Chinatown in Canada and Victoria's Inner Harbour.

Recent Reviews

Michele P.Australia
September 2023

Elizabeth Vago was a fantastic guide. She was good fun, informative, a careful driver, her car was spotlessly clean, and we had a wonderful 5 hours with her. She took us to Butchart Gardens (amazing place) and various scenic drives and places on the way back to Victoria. I have no hesitation in recommending her. Michele

Mary B.United States
July 2023

Wonderful tour with Elizabeth. We highly recommend her.

Robert S.United States
June 2023

You haven't seen gardens until you've seen Buchart Gardens. Wow. Elizabeth's tour took us there along with a road tour around the island, including lunch in a lovely seaside restaurant. We had less time than our ship's departure time suggested, so her road trip was perhaps a bit truncated, but lovely nonetheless.

Lorna A.Canada
April 2023

Elizabeth provided us with an amazing tour and most importantly tailored it exactly to our abilities and wish list. She is a beautiful, knowledgeable, friendly soul who really made our outing special. We visited many areas including the stunning Butchart Gardens, Farmers Market and Victoria Harbour Areas. All along the way Elizabeth provided entertaining and interesting information.

Andy R.United States
September 2022

Spent the day with Elizabeth in her new van. Started in Sydney harbor, Buchart Gardens and Victoria harbor followed by a lovely drive along the coadt back to Sydney. Very nice way to spend the day getting to know the area.

Roshan D.United States
July 2019

We had an amazing day with Elizabeth in Victoria. She was very kind and knowledgeable. She gave us recommendations on things to see, but was also flexible with our requests. We were able to really maximize our time with her. Butchart gardens were amazing. We went through some back roads, went to a great winery, toured through unique neighborhoods, went to the peak of Mount Douglas for 360 views of the island and eagle watching, and then through the city. I highly recommend her.

Your Victoria tour itinerary

* Beautiful backcountry scenic drive - To get to the Gardens, we go into the Saanich Peninsula, faster and nicer by the countryside than by the highway * Butchart Gardens - people spend an average of 90 minutes at the gardens. It is up to you and how long your tour is. * Lunch (if you wish) - you may grab something quick at the Gardens' coffee shop, or I'll suggest some very nice restaurants in the area. *Highlights of Victoria as time permits

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Transport details
Type: Private Transportation / Category: Minivan

My comfortable van sits 5 passengers besides myself, the driver (we can add one child for a total of 6 people). I can organize a vehicle a for larger group. Ask me for a quote.

What's included
Other: A customized tour plan specifically for you Picking you up and returning you anywhere near or around Victoria. My professionally guided tour in a comfortable vehicle. Lots of fun! And if you enjoy: some interesting stories about the places you are seeing.
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What's not included
Other: Personal expenses. Admission fees, food. The gardens cost about $45 CAD per person You can pre-order your tickets on their website. Or you can buy at the gates. If needed, car seats for children are available and the rental per child seat is $30.00 for the tour. Please specify age and weight of the child. http://www.bcaa.com/road-safety/child-passenger-safety/overview/bc-child-passenger-law The gardens offers free push-wheelchairs. I can rent a motorized wheelchair for you and have it delivered to the Gardens for a fee. Just ask me.
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Victoria, British Columbia, Canada

Choose where we are meeting in and around Victoria: Hotel (name - address), Cruise ship, HarbourAir or HeliJet Terminal.

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Tour categories
City Highlights
Architecture
Art And Culture
History
Tour reference number
42964
Languages
English
Spanish
Activity level
Light
Accessibility
Kid Friendly
Wheelchair Accessible

Traveller reviews

5.0

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Who is this private tour in Victoria best suited for?

This private tour in Victoria is perfect for travellers who want to explore the scenic beauty of Vancouver Island and visit the renowned Butchart Gardens. It's ideal for those who appreciate leisurely drives through charming backcountry roads, enjoy exploring gardens, and wish to discover hidden gems in Victoria. The tour is also suitable for families, including kids, seniors, and travellers with mobility concerns, as it is wheelchair accessible and kid-friendly.

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