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Private tour in Victoria Linda A

Butchart Gardens & City Highlights Express Tour

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Linda A.

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Hello! I moved to Victoria 20 years ago with my family and have been in love with this beautiful city ever since! I love to show off Victoria's gorgeous scenery, hidden gems, beautiful vistas, unique neighbourhoods, and historical buildings! I started my career as a tour guide in 2006 leading private small bike tours along beautiful flat trails from Victoria to the quaint town of Sidney. I enjoyed this immensely and in 2012 decided to get my class 4 driver's license so I could do small group passenger tours as well! I drive a very comfortable, large Ford Transit Van with large windows for sightseeing. I can accommodate up to 10 passengers comfortably. I pick up right at the Cruise Ship Terminal, Seattle/Victoria Clipper and Coho Ferry Terminal, Harbour Air Seaplane and all hotels in Victoria and Oak Bay. In my spare time I love to ride my bike along our beautiful trails with my good friend and fellow tour guide Melanie, as well as paddle-board in the calm waters of Tod Inlet by the Butchart Gardens. I have a passion for travelling and have seen many countries in different parts of the world. I love to see the world from the eyes of a local and bring this to my private tours. I would love to provide you a personable, private tour of Victoria and surrounding areas. My tours are flexible and may be accommodated to the interests of your small group! Certificate of Excellence - TripAdvisor Class 4 driver’s license unrestricted - required to do private tours for 10+ passengers in British Columbia. Passenger Transportation License #70865. NSC#2014145

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Overview of your Victoria tour

Join me for a remarkable tour of stunning Victoria in my spacious comfortable van! We will see the most notable and engaging landmarks including the iconic Empress Hotel, Parliament buildings and Craighdarroch Castle. Drive through charming historic neighborhoods, take in the eclectic collection of floating homes and food kiosks at Fisherman's Wharf. Relax while I take you on a scenic country road to the world famous Butchart Gardens (40 minute drive). Enjoy a self guided tour through 55 acres of stunning display gardens. Wander the windy paths to the Sunken Garden, Rose Garden (in season), Japanese Gardens, Italian and Mediterranean Gardens. On the way back to Victoria we will travel through Canada's Oldest Chinatown, Old Town Victoria and Mile Zero. *Note admission to Butchart Gardens is not included in tour price

Your Victoria tour itinerary

* Drive through charming James Bay neighbourhood to Fisherman's Wharf (10 min) * Inner Harbour, Empress Hotel and parliament buildings * Beacon Hill Park * Craigdarroch Castle (view from the outside) * Scenic country roads to Butchart Gardens (40 min drive) *Explore Butchart Gardens (1.5 hrs) * Return to Victoria passing through Chinatown, Old Town Victoria, Mile Zero

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Transport details
Type: Private Transportation / Category: Van

12 passenger Ford Transit van with high roof. Seats 10 passengers comfortably. This van can accommodate a fold-up wheelchair as long as the passenger is able to get in and out of the van with assistance.

What's included
Private Guide
Private Transportation
What's not included
Tickets: Butchart Gardens tickets Adults $41+ (depending on date)
Food Drinks Snacks
Meeting location

Victoria, BC, Canada

Victoria Hotels and Ogden Point Cruise Ship terminal.

  • You can request a different meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout process.
Other details
Tour categories
City Highlights
Architecture
Nature Wildlife And Safaris
Day Trip
History
Tour reference number
1447342
Languages
English
Activity level
Moderate
Accessibility
Wheelchair Accessible
Kid Friendly

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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 experience the highlights of the city and the stunning Butchart Gardens in a short amount of time. It's ideal for those who appreciate a mix of city landmarks and beautiful gardens, and it suits families, seniors, and individuals with mobility concerns due to its wheelchair accessibility. Cruise ship passengers will also find this tour convenient as a shore excursion.

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