Private tour in Victoria Linda A
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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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Join me for a fun day starting with a quick visit to the charming Fisherman's Wharf, an eclectic collection of colourful floating homes and restaurants! Stop by the vibrant inner harbour with the grand historic BC Legislative buildings and exquisite Empress Hotel. Pass through Old Town Victoria and the Canada's oldest Chinatown. Take in the scenery en route to the famous Butchart Gardens (40 min drive). Enjoy a self guided walk through paths surrounded by beautiful gardens, shrubs and stunning floral displays. Listen to the waterfall. Stop and smell the roses (in season). Enjoy the serene waters and stepping stones of Japanese Gardens. Stroll by the beautiful colors of the Italian Garden. Relax on a bench and soak in the natural beauty of Butchart Gardens. Enjoy views of the historic Craigdarroch Castle from the outside then take a scenic drive through the grounds of Government House, Beacon Hill Park.
Linda was fabulous! She picked us up at our hotel and took us to Butchart Gardens first to avoid the expected cruise lines’ crowds. We enjoyed a leisurely walk thru the gardens. We ended our day with a fun and knowledgeable driving tour with some insider tips of things to see in our remaining time. Wonderful tour from start to finish! Thanks Linda💖
Working with Linda was a great experience. She was quick to respond and made smart suggestions that really improved the tour for our entire group. I would not hesitate to recommend her.
We had a great time, Linda was so personable and fun, we enjoyed seeing Victoria, the harbor, and town. The gardens were stunning. Lots of great info and giggles with our group too! Highly recommend if you want a great trip and a comfortable ride in a great city, with a super guide!
Linda was great to work with. She was on time, professional, knowledgeable, and fun. She even got us back to the ship exactly when we wanted to be there. Drove through Victoria, got to Butchart Gardens, and back through Chinatown. Thanks, Linda
Linda did a great job. Very knowledgeable, punctual, and flexible. Very much enjoyed our visit and tour.
Linda was fantastic! Family of 7 coming to enjoy Victoria and we couldn’t have had a friendlier, gracious, generous, and informative host. Linda makes you feel like an old friend while simultaneously blending in all sorts of very local tidbits, and chauffeuring you to the hidden gems around Victoria and its surroundings. Also, our time at Butchart was maximized because of her info. She will get you the most out of your excursion to this beautiful and interesting part of the world. Highly recommend!
I will meet you at your preferred meeting point, then take you for a quick visit to Fisherman's Wharf. We will stop at the beautiful inner harbour to take pictures. Enjoy the drive through Old Town Victoria and Canada's oldest Chinatown; perhaps take a walk down Fan Tan Alley. We will take a scenic route to the Butchart Gardens (40 min drive). Take your time and enjoy the gardens at a leisurely pace on your own. Grab a bite to eat and/or visit the gift shop. Afterwards we will take a scenic route to Victoria and visit lovely historic Rockland neighborhood and admire Craigdarroch Castle, a Scottish Baronial Mansion and visit the grounds of Government House where the Royal family stays (time permitting). We will pass through charming neighborhoods and gorgeous Beacon Hill Park on the way back to your drop off location.
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A large deluxe 2016 Ford Transit van with high roof. I have a class IV license which is a requirement in British Columbia to take people on tours. Van is inspected before each tour and inspected/serviced by a professional on a regular basis.
185 Dallas Road, Victoria, British Columbia, V8V 1A1, Canada
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