Private tour in Victoria Michele D

Victoria Full day Tour

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Hours icon 7 hours 30 minutes
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Michele D.

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Hi there! "Get off the bus"!! Book your Customized Private Tour with me! I Love Victoria and I know you will fall in love with it too! NOTE: If you are looking for a tour during the winter months - please message me directly! Victoria, BC is a unique and charming city chock full of little hidden gems. It is my home and I enthusiastically share its treasures with all of my guests. I have strong enthusiasm for supporting Local Artists and Small Locally owned shops. When I travel, I Love to bring home treasures that are unique to my experiences there. So, I have developed some special Tours with a mix of Traditional Sightseeing with Local shopping. As Victoria's MBassador (yes, MBassador) for one of Canada's top luxury destination clubs I have provided Concierge services and assisted in trip planning for its members for the last 13 years. So, it was a natural fit for me to expand into Tourism and help YOU plan your Travel time. I've lived in several cities across Canada and North America and have been incredibly fortunate to have traveled to over 20 countries. Isn't Travelling great? Of course, you know it is that's why you're here - reading this!! When I travel, the best information comes from the people who live there and so hiring a Private guide is always something I do at least once each trip. In my free time, I like to EAT - a lot!! But I do spend a lot of time on my e-Bike, so I justify that. I am active in the community, am a member of several organizations like Tourism Victoria and the Chamber, and Love to network - is that nerdy? Other things I like…. TV, Movies, Live theatre, My daughter's adorable puppy, my amazing girlfriends, and oh yes, my partner too, puzzles - another nerdy thing. But I think mostly, aside from my peeps, I LOVE to shop, and I am a strong advocator for SHOP LOCAL. Oh yes, and I volunteer a fair bit, especially kid's charities. OK - enough about me maybe? YES! BACK TO YOU NOW! Take a look at my Tour options and just remember - It's a CUSTOM, Private Tour. Everything is flexible for groups of up to 6 people. Fully insured and licensed with the Transportation Board of BC Transportation is a Lincoln Navigator, with excellent Viewing windows and comfortable seating. I provide Bottled Water, Re-usable Shopping Bags, Shopping discounts, Umbrella, Cell phone charging, and sometimes Candy! Licensed Commercial operator (PT #72403) and fully insured Authorized operator to provide shore Excursions to Cruise ship passengers arriving in Victoria, bc 15 years experience as Concierge for Luxury Destination Club 8 years as a professional tour guide Member of Destination Victoria, Aboriginal Tourism of BC, Victoria Chamber of Commerce

Have a question or want to customize this tour? Message Michele D.

Overview of your Victoria tour

Your 7-8-hour private tour is fully narrated and combines viewing the most popular city attractions, experiencing the surrounding natural beauty, and, of course, a visit to the world-renowned Butchart Gardens. The Butchart Gardens are not just for garden enthusiasts. They are a masterpiece of flora and fauna. You will learn how, over 100 years ago, Jennie Butchart transformed an unsightly lime quarry into a Magical Garden. Lunch will be either casual fare at a unique setting along the way or Afternoon tea in the former home of Jennie and Robert Butchart. Reservations are required as far in advance as possible. Layers of "Local Living Experience" are mixed into your day with an ocean-view drive through one of Victoria's oldest and most influential neighborhoods. By the day's end, you will know our city's history, have seen the best architecture and gardens, and know some of the most influential characters who shaped our community. This is your private tour, and I can customize it to suit your wishes

Your Victoria tour itinerary

Depending on the pick-up location, the order will vary, and there is a mix of driving and walking. Inner Harbour, BC, Legislative Building & Empress Hotel Thunderbird Park (Indigenous story poles & history) Historic Chinatown & Fan Tan Alley Fisherman's Wharf - quirky /colourful float homes Craigdarroch Castle (exterior)- a baronial castle built by legendary Coal Baron Robert Dunsmuir Government House - the official residence/office of the Lt. Governor of BC (representative of the Crown) Beacon Hill Park, the world's tallest totem pole, and Mile Zero with a tribute to Canadian legend Terry Fox. Butchart Gardens -NOTE: If you have mobility issues, I recommend pre-renting a scooter for a better experience. Cost is about $100 cad. Garden visit is self-guided We will travel through some prestigious neighborhoods abundant with historic and modern mansions. Enjoy the natural beauty of old-growth forests with glimpses of the Ocean, a stop to view the entire city, and the San Juan Isla

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Transport details
Type: Private Transportation / Category: Van

2025 Honda Odyssey Touring Van for 7 passengers Easy in/out access, comfortable seating, and excellent viewing windows. Air-conditioned and mobile device charging outlets. The vehicle is equipped with an Audio system so the Tour Guides' dialogue can be heard throughout. Passenger Transportation Certified Tour Operator Licensed and Insured

What's included
Other: Water provided in a re-useable container, snacks, umbrella's if required
Private Guide
Private Transportation
What's not included
Other: Entrance Fees to Attractions Lunch Personal Expenses
Meeting location

Victoria, British Columbia, Canada

Harbour Air, Clipper and Black Ball ferry terminal, Cruiseship port, Hotels and private residences in the great Victoria area. Note: Pick up at Swartz Bay ferry terminal and the Int. Airport will include the travel time in the tour duration time.

  • You can request a different meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout process.
Other details
Tour categories
City Highlights
Tour reference number
766209
Languages
English
Activity level
Light
Accessibility
Wheelchair Accessible
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This private tour in Victoria is perfect for travellers who want a comprehensive experience of the city, including its highlights, natural beauty, and local living. It's ideal for those who appreciate gardens, history, and architecture, as well as anyone looking to connect with a local guide like Michele D. for deeper insights into the community.

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Hours icon 7 hours 30 minutes
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Hours icon 7 hours 30 minutes
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Private tour for 1-6 people
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